About Us

At The Sewing Depot, we’re not just a sewing shop - we’re a hub of creativity, craftsmanship, and community. 

Guided by our mission to stitch our way to a circular economy, we’re passionate about bringing sewing back into daily life - extending the life of garments and textiles and embracing a time when repairs and quality materials were simply part of everyday living.

Located in the heart of Petone, we’ve evolved from a traditional haberdashery and sewing machine store into a purpose-built sewing showroom, classroom, and service centre - designed to support you at every stage of your creative journey.

We supply high-quality sewing, quilting, and embroidery machines, craft cutters, vinyl plotters and heat presses. We’re proud to be official resellers of leading brands including Brother, Singer, Pfaff, Husqvarna, Siser, Juki, Siruba, Typical, and more.

Our tools are carefully selected - not just for what they can do, but for how they help you create, repair, and express yourself with confidence. We also stock trusted brands such as DMC, Gutermann, Coats Industrial, Clover, Olfa, Mundial, Sewline, YKK, Aleene’s, and many more.

What sets us apart? Our people.

Our small team is passionate, knowledgeable, and genuinely invested in helping you get the most from your sewing experience. Whether you’re choosing your first machine or learning to master an embroidery setup, we’re here with expert advice, tailored training, and ongoing support.

Learn With Us

We offer a dynamic and evolving range of classes and workshops for all ages and experience levels. Our core classes include: Beginners Bootcamp, Dressmaking Essentials, and Mastering Your Machine.

We also run school holiday and term classes for kids and teens, aligned with the New Zealand curriculum and NCEA pathways. We are proud to be official Duke of Edinburgh Award assessors and offer support for students working toward their certification.

In addition, we provide teacher training, in-school demonstrations, and customised training packages for schools, makerspaces, and organisations looking to upskill their teams.

Repairs & Servicing

We believe in keeping machines - and the skills to use them - alive.

Our in-house service team handles everything from routine maintenance to complex repairs, including:

  • All brands of sewing machines.

  • We're official servicing agents for Brother, Singer, Husqvarna Viking, Pfaff, and Siser machinery

  • An on-site qualified electrician for electrical repairs

  • Specialists in both vintage and modern machines, with deep industry knowledge and access to high-quality parts

  • Call-outs available for industrial equipment

We typically run at about a 1-week turnaround. Drop offs available 7 days a week at 247 Jackson Street.

Let’s Sew Something Great Together

Whether you’re starting from scratch, returning after a break, or building a business - we’re here to help you Learn, Make, Wear, and Repair with confidence.

Get in touch to book a visit, join our class waitlist, or ask for advice on your next project or machine.

Our showroom is open by appointment this winter, with extended hours coming into summer.