It's recently been brought to my attention that there are many people out there that are unaware of the possible hazards when it comes to using and owning a sewing machine. I cannot tell you the amount of client machines I've had come in with tiny cracks or chew marks or loose wiring and they had no idea. And so it brings me here today to bring to your awareness that possible safety concerns can come up with not only vintage sewing machines but modern machines as well.

Essential Tools for Maintaining Your Sewing Machine

I'm going to talk a little bit about tension, I've had quite a few clients ask about it. So what is Tension on a sewing machine, what does it do and how can we keep it perfect? The simplest way I can explain what tension is, it's the added pressure your machine puts on the two threads. As your machine sews, the moving parts will pull the threads, the top thread is pulled through the top thread guides and bottom thread is pulled around the bobbin case, and as the needle pokes

The Importance of Cleaning Out the Feed Dogs of Lint After Every Sewing Project

There is a lot of people that have opinions on this topic, and it can be quite controversial... these are my own personal preferences. I...

Sewing machines are the unsung heroes of the crafting world, helping us bring our creative visions to life with every stitch. To ensure your trusty machine continues to perform at its best, proper maintenance is key. In this guide, we'll walk you through the essential steps of sewing machine maintenance, from cleaning to lubrication, so you can keep your machine in top condition.

What to use and what not to use on a sewing machine.

A clean machine is a happy machine! I've created this guide to help aid our maintenance workshops. It should be used as a general guide to help you keep your machine in good running order.