Business Details
Learn Sewing with Expert Instructors in Tucson
Founded by Shauna, a lifelong seamstress with 35 years of industry experience, NAK Sewing provides hands-on sewing education for all skill levels. Our workshops focus on building confidence through practical machine operation, apparel design, and creative techniques. Students learn to create garments from patterns, customize designs, and master both traditional and modern sewing methods. We offer structured courses like Stitch x Stitch for beginners and advanced Sew by Design projects for clothing construction.With personalized instruction and a guarantee of sewing confidence, our mission is to empower individuals through textile arts. Private sessions address specific needs, from machine repair to bra-making, while community-focused labs explore mending, upcycling, and visible stitching. Located in Tucson, Arizona, we combine expert mentorship with flexible learning formats to nurture creativity and technical proficiency.
Services
Sewing Workshops
Apparel Design Courses
Private Instruction
Fabric Labs
Machine Repair Sessions
Highlights and features
- 35 years of professional sewing and design experience
- Personalized instruction for all skill levels
- Confidence-building guarantee for beginners
- Diverse curriculum from basics to advanced techniques
- Expertise in garment construction and pattern customization
Services
Sewing Workshops
Structured group sessions for beginners and experienced sewists. Learn machine operation, garment construction, and design techniques. Projects include pajama sets, aprons, and custom apparel. All skill levels welcome with equipment provided.
Private Instruction
Customized 20-minute to hourly sessions addressing specific needs. Available for machine repair, serger training, or advanced projects like bra-making. Tailored guidance ensures mastery of specialized techniques at your pace.
Fabric Labs
Hands-on labs exploring fabric selection, mending, and upcycling. Learn visible mending techniques, sashiko stitching, and sustainable practices. Includes access to specialized tools and materials for creative textile projects.
Apparel Design Courses
Step-by-step instruction for creating custom clothing from patterns. Focus on pull-over tops, pants, and dresses. Teaches fitting adjustments, fabric selection, and professional finishing techniques for wearable garments.
Machine Repair Sessions
20-minute refresh sessions for sewing machine maintenance. Covers threading, tension adjustments, and basic troubleshooting. Ensures optimal machine performance for home sewing projects.
People
Shauna
Founder & Lead Instructor
35-year sewing industry veteran and founder of First Samples sewing lounge. Expert in pattern making, soft goods development, and apparel design. Teaches foundational and advanced techniques with personalized mentorship.
Questions
Do I need my own sewing machine for classes?
No, we provide machines for all students. Bringing your own machine is optional but recommended for familiarity.
What skill levels do you teach?
We accommodate all levels from absolute beginners to experienced sewists seeking advanced techniques and customization.
What types of projects will I complete?
Projects include garments (shirts, pants, dresses), aprons, loungewear sets, and personalized textile creations using industry-standard patterns.
Are private sessions available?
Yes, 20-minute to hourly private consultations address specific needs like machine repair, serger use, or complex projects.
What is your cancellation policy?
Details available on our website. Generally requires 24-hour notice for workshop cancellations and rescheduling.
Do you offer gift certificates?
Yes, gift certificates available for workshops, private sessions, and material purchases through our online store.
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Reviews (4)
Molly Johnson
Jan 29, 2021
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Needles and Knots is a wonderful shop with folks who sew up masks for covid-19. The owner let me try on two different sizes of the masks to make sure I had a proper fit. She has many fabrics to choose from and she showed me all of what is available. After I chose the fabrics I liked they sewed up the masks for me while I was there. They did an excellent andl very professional job. I'm totally delighted with the whole experience. I highly recommend this shop!! You can also shop at their website.
Stephanie Lee
Dec 19, 2020
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Ive taken both the Speed Sewing Techniques and Pattern Making Primer so far at NAK and cannot recommend them enough! After each class, I left the studio (which is bright and airy and filled with snacks, by the way) feeling incredibly inspired. Some of the techniques I learned made me think, Why was I doing it that other way for so long?! During the Pattern Making Primer, we learned how to use all of these tools that I had never heard of before and re-created a pattern for our favorite pair of undies. Im really excited to build on those skills so that I can start sewing my own designs
Kathleen Dostalik
Sep 21, 2020
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Shauna is a very patient and knowledgeable teacher. Our class had students with no experience to me, who has sewn a lot over the years. She gave each student appropriate support. Despite having some knowledge of sewing, I learned a lot in the first class and am looking forward to the next class in the series. I highly suggest NAK to all levels of learners. It is a supportive environment, and oh yah she has snacks.
Oz Nova
Aug 11, 2020
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Best fitting mask ever! Get some to have on hand, always have clean ones ready. Shawna is an amazing person!
