Maintenance

Sewing machines are an integral part of the world of sewing and textiles. They help precisely and efficiently create intricate patterns, embroideries, and designs. However, it is not just the sewing machine that makes the magic happen; it is also the small but essential parts that make up the machine. One such part is the sewing machine bobbin case. In this blog,…

KENMORE SEWING MACHINES – A HISTORY Kenmore was once a leader in the sewing machine industry, having dominated the market before ceasing production 100 years after building their 1st sewing machine in 1913. Owned by the Sears Company, Kenmore was known for manufacturing reliable and innovative appliances- growing with Americans as we entered the new age of technology. Though Kenmore no longer…

WHY DID MY MACHINE COME WITH TWO BOBBIN CASES? Did your machine come with two bobbin cases? Do you need clarification on what the purpose of each case is? Well, here’s some helpful information (inspired by Tricia’s recent Tik Tok) for you. See, although most machines only come with a single case, certain manufacturers include an additional case for free-motion quilting and embroidery. Why did…

SHOW YOUR MACHINE SOME LOVE It’s that time of year again, and as the leaves turn brown and cover our yards, we know it’s time to break out our sewing machines and start working on Christmas gifts. But wait! At Sewing Parts Online, we advocate for regular sewing machine maintenance; therefore, we must urge you to show your machine some love before…

You’re in the mood to sew. You want to get that cute project done that you have been trying to do for some time. You scooch up to your sewing machine, prepped and ready to knock out your project. Next thing you know, you’re having all sorts of issues. Your thread keeps nesting or it just snaps. Don’t worry, you can fix…

You found a beautiful vintage sewing machine at a yard sale or, maybe, your Grandma passed it on to you. You want so badly to use it, but the bobbin winder isn’t working. Don’t worry! In this video, I will show you how to disassemble the vintage bobbin winder, as well as put it back together. You’ll be sewing on your beautiful…

SEWING MACHINE MAINTENANCE: TIPS & TRICKS Want to make sure you get the most out of your sewing machine over the years? Keeping it regularly maintained and cleaned is critically important. Most sewing machines are delicate and complex. As long as you treat your sewing machine with respect and some TLC, you should be able to enjoy many years with it in…