Beginners will start out all excited about making something and then before they get very far their machine starts to have issues.

The best way to tackle this is to understand how your machine works. All machines are different, but they all have the same basic functions.

Here is a really good explanation how a sewing machine works, with animated pictures:

How Stuff Works – Sewing Machines

It is also a good idea to read through your owner’s manual before to start sewing and always keep it with your machine in case you run into problems.

And if you are looking for a way to build your family economy, sewing machine repair would be a great home business for someone. Every person that I have taken my machine to for repair or cleaning has been a man, perhaps because men are so much more mechanically inclined?

All machines are different, but they all have the same basic functions.

how a machine works

I love this lady’s tutorials!!! I have learned a lot about maintenance that I did not know. These are a must watch for anyone that uses a sewing machine. There are 5 segments, but it’s worth the time!

Part 1

Part 2

Part 3

Part 4

Part 5

Compare sewing machine prices (some even with free shipping).