Welcome to Island House
YOUR GO-TO LOCAL NEEDLEPOINT FINISHER &
STITCHING STUDIO (LFS) IN S. NORWALK, CT
Island House Needlepoint is your friendly neighborhood finishing studio and stitching sanctuary in the heart of coastal South Norwalk, CT. Take the train in from New York or make a day out of visiting our vibrant neighborhood.
We’re a full-service operation—offering expert finishing for stitchers and shops alike (LNS + DTC)—but we’re also a light-filled, creative makerspace. Think: stitching classes, weekend workshops, visiting artists, private retreats, and more.
This is your Island House. Come on in, and let’s make something beautiful together.
Island house Has
engineered a paradigm shift in needlepoint finishing
Finishing that honors your work
Your needlepoint deserves a finish as beautiful and lasting as the stitches themselves. At Island House, we hand-sew every piece with care and apply techniques that protect your work from common issues like warping and moisture damage.
Thanks to our patent-pending acrylic method, many of our finishing styles are designed to stay crisp and vibrant through every season. Whether you’re facing a humid summer or storing your work long-term, our unique materials help preserve its original shape and integrity.
Explore our growing collection of finishing styles, learn about our process, and find tips for preparing your canvas for submission.
Located in the New York or New England region? Visit our light-filled studio in South Norwalk, CT. Bring your canvas, and let’s collaborate on a finish that’s just right for you.
One Canvas,
Many Possibilities
From grommeted pieces to needlepoint frames, we take great pride in offering a wide range of finishing options.
We are now releasing bi-monthly finishing slots to ensure a smoother finishing process. Slots must be reserved with a deposit paid for before submitting forms and shipping your projects to us.
Island House finishing slots are scheduled to open at 12:00pm EST on the 1st and 15th of each month. If no slots remain available in the current date range be sure to check back when the next slots open.
We look forward to seeing you!
Be sure to review our studio hours to plan your visit for open stitching sessions, to explore our visiting artists, and to know when to drop off your needlepoint projects for finishing.
In our project bag
Island House’s very own laying tool is a stash-must have!
As a passionate needlepointer with an engineering background, I’ve crafted the ultimate laying tool designed for stitchers who adore precision and comfort—inspired by carefully considering our favorite laying tool elements.
Click the button below to learn more.
Exclusives
Our collection of colorful, modern needlepoint canvases and kits will add a joyful pop of color at home or on the go! Our canvases are meticulously stitch-printed on Zweigart by seasoned printmakers in Colorado for a smooth stitching process. Designed for Island House finishing, these projects offer a range of size options for your creative projects. Explore our needlepoint exclusives for a full-service stitching experience. Options include 13 and 18 mesh.
Studio finishing Updates:
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