Our Story
A Family Passion for Quality Sewing Supplies — Over 51 Years in the Making
Lye Nai Shiong began as a humble haberdashery in the heart of Singapore, built on a simple belief: every sewer deserves access to genuinely authentic, professional-grade supplies. What started as a family passion has grown into one of Singapore's most trusted sources for premium sewing notions, threads, and accessories.
Our Heritage
Since 1975, we have served Singapore's sewing community from our home at Blk 32 New Market Road — a neighbourhood with deep roots in Singapore's textile and craft tradition. We've watched generations of customers grow from beginners to accomplished sewers, and we've been proud to supply the quality tools that made their projects possible.
We remain a family-owned and operated business to this day. Our reputation is personal — it's our name above the door, and we stand behind every product we sell.
Authorized Dealers of the World's Best Brands
We are proud authorized dealers of the brands serious sewers trust most:
- YKK — the world's leading zipper manufacturer
- DMC — the gold standard in embroidery floss since 1746
- PRYM — precision sewing notions made in Germany
- Gutermann — premium sewing and embroidery threads
- Coats — trusted threads for over 250 years
Our direct relationships with authorized distributors mean you can shop with complete confidence. Every product we sell is 100% genuine — no grey market stock, no counterfeits, ever. In a market where fake YKK zippers and imitation DMC floss are increasingly common, our 51-year reputation is your guarantee.
Our Commitment to Quality
We know that your projects matter. A zipper that fails mid-seam, a thread that bleeds colour, a notion that doesn't meet spec — these aren't just inconveniences, they ruin work you've invested time and care into. That's why we inspect every product and source only from verified, authorized supply chains.
When you buy from us, you're not just buying a product. You're buying 51 years of expertise, relationships, and accountability.
Visit Us in Person
We welcome you to visit our physical store at Blk 32 New Market Road, Singapore. See our products in person, speak with our team, and experience the difference that genuine quality makes. We're here because we love sewing — and we love helping you create.