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Arla's Sewing Room
"From Modern to Antique—We Know Sewing Machines"
About Us
Arla’s Sewing Room, founded in 2022 and located in Lansing, IA, serves the greater surrounding area as a specialized quilt shop. We are an authorized Elna sewing machine dealer, and we offer quality fabrics, notions, and homemade items. Our experienced team also provides expert sewing machine and antique sewing machine repairs, making us your trusted source for all your sewing needs in the area. Discover creative inspiration and premium sewing products at Arla’s Sewing Room.
Areas Served
Lansing, IA | Waukon, IA | Onalaska, WI | La Crosse, WI | Caledonia, MN | Decorah, IA | Marquette, IA | McGregor, IA | Prairie du Chien, WI | Spring Grove, MN
Our Certifications
- Authorized Elna Repair Technician for Domestic Sewing Machines
- Authorized Janome Repair Technician for Domestic Sewing Machines
What We Offer
Our Specialties include:
- Elna Dealer
- Fabrics
- Notions
- Sewing Machine Repair - Call Ahead
Our Services include:
- Elna Sewing Machine Sales and Service: We offer expert sales and professional service for Elna sewing machines. Whether you’re looking to purchase a new Elna machine or keep your current one running smoothly, you’ll receive knowledgeable guidance, quality workmanship, and personalized support.
- Sewing Machine Repairs – Call Ahead: We provide reliable sewing machine repair services for many makes and models. Please call ahead to discuss your machine’s issue and schedule service, ensuring we’re fully prepared to give your machine the attention it needs.
- Antique Sewing Machine Repairs: Special care is taken when repairing antique and vintage sewing machines. Arla’s Sewing Room has the experience and patience required to service older machines while respecting their craftsmanship, history, and mechanical integrity.
Our Brands include:
- Coats & Clark
- Creative Grids
- Maxi-Lock
Our Products include:
- Elna Sewing Machines and Accessories
- Fleece Fabrics
- Flannel Fabrics
- Cotton Fabrics
- Creative Grids
- Quilt Batting
- Quilting Rulers
- Quilting Books
- Quilting Patterns
- Cutting Mats
- Sewing Machine Thread
- Sewing Machine Needles
- Other Sewing Notions
Testimonials
On 1/30/2026
Alexandria Glass
had this to say:
Wonderful experience here getting a sewing machine looked at! It is an older model of my late grandmas from the 70s. I am quite the novice and could not figure out why it wasn't working the way it was supposed to. I brought it into Arla's to have it looked at. She was beyond helpful and also gave me tips on how to thread my machine (again, novice here so she could tell the tricks were going to be useful for me)! Not only was the service above and beyond, as she ended up finding the reason it wasn't working properly and fixing it, she also was extremely kind and pleasant to work with. I will certainly be returning here for all of my sewing needs! I can't recommend this place highly enough 😊
On 8/24/2023
Colleen Johnson
had this to say:
Fabulous customer service. And such KNOWLEDGE!!! What a great find!!
On 8/8/2023
Diane Nolting
had this to say:
Friendly Accommodating Explains everything.
On 2/3/2023
Esther Moore
had this to say:
First visit to this cozy, cute quilt and sewing machine shop. Arla's fabrics are nicely organized and her machines are displayed attractively. She gets new fabric in frequently, so you'll have to drop in to see what she's got :)
Lots of blenders and novelty fabrics in a WIDE price range. Something for everyone!
Many patterns for sale to help you make the perfect project. Her quilt samples provide great inspiration.
Display cases full of buttons and other goodies and notions.
She sells Elna machines and sergers and embroidery machines! She will help you learn all about your new machine and is a great educator.
She's a happy, honest, cheerful, friendly shop owner - you have to meet her!
Good lighting. Parking right out front in this charming Iowa town. Easy access.
If you live in Iowa, drive over the steel bridge (!!!!) to Wisconsin, over the Mississippi River, for the unique experience and to see the National wetlands. Take your time and appreciate the beauty. Don't do it in a blizzard, however, like I did...
Highly recommended, tell your friends!
Well worth the trip!
Contact Us
Arla's Sewing Room
253 Main St Lansing, IA 52151
Phone: (563) 568-1761
Email: arlas
Serving the Tri-State Area
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Our Hours
Wednesday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
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