Thursday, 28 June 2012

Help from the workroom! - Remember to look after your machine!



·        Always ensure that you have the correct needle for the fabric and thread you are using.

·        Change your needle after every project, a blunt needle can put extra pressure on your machine if using heavy fabrics and will push lint in to your machine with every stitch.

·        Before packing your machine away, or once a week if your machine has a lot of use. Remove the bobbin case and remove any fluff and lint with a small brush or a cotton bud and use a vacuum nozzle to suck up the fluff or a can of air to blow fluff away.

·        Oil your machine if required. Not all new machines need oiling. Take a look at your maintenance guide and remember to place a piece of cloth under the pressure foot to mop up any excess oil while it is not in use.

·        Cover your machine when not in use. They are dust magnets!

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