Know Your Machine: Featherweight Edition!
We will cover the basic functions of your machine and quickly dive a little deeper into how your machine works and how to maintain it. Participants will gain the knowledge needed to oil their machine, trouble shoot common issues, replace motor belt and get the belt tension correct, lubricate the motor, adjust the hook timing and set their upper and lower tension.
This class is specific to The Singer 221 (Featherweight)
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
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| Requirements: | Required Tools: Various Sized Flat Head Screwdrivers including a large one to adjust motor belt tension and thin small one to adjust bobbin tension. Sewing Machine Oil (available at the shop) Scraps of fabric for testing stitches on Cotton rag for wiping oily hands and machine parts on. |
| Instructor: | Tyler Stanley |
| Instructor Bio: | Tyler is the owner of The Sewing Machine Exchange. He started repairing sewing machines at his mom's store, Sew Portland fifteen years ago. His teaching experience stems from music. He spent a decade teaching private piano lessons and ensembles at 317 Main St. in Yarmouth and with The Maine Academy of Modern Music. |
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This class cannot be purchased online. Please contact the store for more information.