Please call ahead before stopping in due to inconsistent Winter hours. Thank you! The Nautical Needle is a local, family-owned and operated canvas and upholstery shop. We've been in business since 2005, specializing in the design and fabrication of custom canvas boat covers. Proudly serving the entire Lake Michigan shoreline from Chicago to Traverse City, we are passionate about our work and take pride in the end product. For quality in both service and products, trust The Nautical Needle! Contact us today for more information.
We needed to have an emergency repair done on our bike cover.
We stopped in, the owner checked it out, popped it on her machine and fixed the tear (also stitched the whole seam so it’s really reinforced now!)
Highly recommend!!!
August 2025
I just picked up my 2002 Mastercraft X-Star. It is beautiful! They replaced a rear seat cushion and several sections of vinyl! The boat looks brand new! Thank you!
November 2018
Excellent staff. Lady at front desk was so helpful with my questions and easily gave me an estimate for a bass boat interior. I needed to replace several seats. End result was great and she offered to alter anything I may not have liked after completion, free of charge. I'd recommend to anyone.
