Featherweight Spa Day - April 6 - In Studio Class

Sunday, April 6, 2024 - 10:30 am-3:30 pm

Taught by Carolyn

Treat your beloved Featherweight to a little TLC and connect with other Featherweight Enthusiasts!

In this hands on class you will learn how to service your featherweight machine yourself by how to properly clean, oil and grease your machine to keep it running smoothly & to identify issues that require maintenance from a credible sewing machine service technician.

All participants must have their own vintage Singer 221 or 222 model sewing machine in working order.

A Tune Up Kit is recommended to purchase for this class as it included several of the items that are used to clean or parts that are typically replaced on vintage Featherweights (i.e. drip pad replacement; foot bed cushions; LED light bulb etc). All of these items will be available to purchase during the class.

What we'll cover

• Parts of the machine – overview
• Proper handling & operation of machine
• Disassembling to view/clean interior parts/areas
• Cleaning (safe cleaners & ones NOT to use)
• Oiling
• Greasing motor & interior gears
• Adjusting the belt
• Servicing the foot controller
• Adjusting tensions & test sew out
• Troubleshooting tips

Supply List

• Your vintage Singer 221 or 222 model sewing machine (no clones or replicas) with foot controller/power cord
• Manual (if you have one)
• Small flashlight
• Old bath towel to work on
• Wear old clothes or bring an apron that can get soiled – there may be old grease/oil that we will be handling
• Magnetic bowl or equivalent to hold small parts
• Lint cleaning brush
• Tooth brush – this is handy to use when scrubbing old grease/oil on interior parts of machine
• 2 spools of quality cotton thread of 2 different colours (we prefer Aurifil and Mettler)
• Fabric swatches 8” x 4” for test stitch outs
• Small scissors
• Screwdrivers
• Tweezers
• Hemostats (optional)
• Sewing machine oil in EZ Oiler

Waiver: By signing up for this class, you agree that Out of Hand Quilting, nor Carolyn, are held liable or responsible for any damages, issues, or malfunctions that may occur with your machine during or after the class. The Featherweight Spa Day is intended to provide guidance on basic maintenance techniques; however, you assume full responsibility for the condition and upkeep of your machine.

If you have any concerns about your machine, we recommend seeking professional servicing prior to the class.

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CLASS POLICY

Thank you for choosing Out of Hand Quilting & Fabrics for your creative endeavors! We're excited to have you join our classes and learn new skills. To ensure a smooth and enjoyable experience for everyone, we have established the following store policy regarding class enrollment:

1. Registration: By registering for a class, either online or in-store, you are entering into a contract for participation in that class. We kindly ask that you carefully consider your schedule and availability before enrolling.

2. Refunds and In-Store Credits: Please note that once you have enrolled in a class, we are unable to offer refunds or in-store credits in the event that you are unable to attend. We understand that unexpected circumstances may arise, but we are unable to accommodate individual refund requests.

3. Waitlist Exception: However, there is one exception to our refund policy. If there is an existing waitlist for the class you enrolled in and we are able to fill your spot with someone from the waitlist, we will gladly provide you with an in-store credit for future use.

4. Transferability: Class registrations are non-transferable. If you are unable to attend you cannot transfer your enrollement to another person. 

5. Minimum Class Requirements: Please note that classes have a minimum requirement of participants to cover instructor and staff costs and ensure an enriching learning environment. We will make every effort to meet these requirements and run the class as scheduled. In the event that the minimum class requirement is not met, participants will be notified 1-2 weeks in advance. Only in this instance, a full refund will be issued to those who have already enrolled. We understand that this may be disappointing, but it is necessary to maintain the quality and viability of our classes.

We understand that life can be unpredictable, and we genuinely want to support your passion for creative exploration. We encourage you to reach out to us as soon as possible if you find yourself unable to attend a class you have registered for. This will allow us to explore the possibility of filling your spot from the waitlist and providing you with an in-store credit.

We appreciate your understanding and cooperation in adhering to our class enrollment policy. Our goal is to create a warm and inviting community of crafters, and your commitment to our classes contributes to the vibrant and creative atmosphere we strive to maintain.

If you have any questions or need further clarification, please don't hesitate to reach out to our friendly staff. We are here to help and are excited to embark on this creative journey with you!