As sewists it can feel like there is never a good time to be without our machines. Whether for routine service or repairs it can be easy to put off getting some professional help. Regular cleaning of lint and debris is the best way to keep your machine running smoothly but routine professional maintenance can also avoid potentially expensive repairs later on.
Read MoreWhat do you do when your machine acts up? Answer: “Have you tried turning it off and on again?” Unfortunately, turning it off and on again won’t do much except give the lightbulb a break (unless you have a computerized machine; then…maybe, it depends). When machines start acting up we have our go-to chain of solutions and we teach these troubleshooting steps in our Hello, Machine class and Kids Sewing Series. We believe in teaching our students to solve their own machine problems by helping them identify what’s going wrong and giving them strategies to fix it. When you come to a class our goal is to always set you up for success so you can feel confident sitting in front of your machine at home.
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