Saturday, November 16, 10 am – 3 pm
Steve Pauling
The Singer Featherweight model 221 (and its big sister model 301) is one of the most cherished sewing machines of all time. It’s simple design makes it ideal for self-maintenance and as an introduction to more advanced mechanical adjustments and calibrations. This class will provide you with the knowledge and first-hand experience to perform common, more advanced calibrations and repairs. Learn how to trouble-shoot and remove the hook assembly; disassemble it for cleaning and inspection; clear thread jams; re-install the hook; calibrate hook clearance; calibrate drop loop distance; calibrate hook/needle bar timing; verify and adjust feed dogs including timing, position, stroke and height. Verify the condition of the motor carbon brushes and properly adjust motor belt tension. If time permits, participants will also remove, disassemble, clean and calibrate the upper tension assembly including the calibration of the check-spring position, stroke and tension.
NOTE: This is an advanced repair class. Students MUST be familiar with basic sewing machine maintenance of a Singer Featherweight model 221 (or model 301) including removing all covers, cleaning and lubrication of all mechanical components, and basic tension balance adjustments. If you are not confident in these skills or knowledge, you must first take the Vintage Sewing Machine Maintenance class or contact the instructor for permission. This class is for Singer Featherweight model 221 (and model 301) machines ONLY.
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Instructor Bio:
Steve Pauling has had a life-long interest and passion for collecting, fixing, refurbishing, and using sewing machines. He began servicing and repairing machines about 15 years ago. His technical knowledge of sewing machines and mastery of tailoring skills have provided him with a unique understanding and perspective for teaching others. Pauling has taught classes in machine use and maintenance, as well as in the fine art of tailoring across the Twin Cities and at Textile Center. bobbinhousestudio.com
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Withdrawal Policy
If you need to withdraw from a class, please email Cristin McKnight Sethi, Director of Education, at cmcknightsethi@textilecentermn.org.
If your withdrawal request is received at least 10 business days before the start of your class, you are eligible to (pick one):
1) Receive a tuition refund (minus a $25 processing fee). 2) Transfer your full tuition to another currently listed class (i.e. a class that is listed on the website at the time of your withdrawal request). 3) Convert your full tuition into a tax-deductible donation to Textile Center. We will be happy to provide you with a receipt for your donation if you request one.
If your withdrawal request is received less than 10 business days before the start of your class, you are eligible to (pick one):
1) Transfer your class spot to another person (i.e. gift your class registration to a friend, neighbor, or family member). You must communicate any transferring of class registration to Cristin McKnight Sethi (cmcknightsethi@textilecentermn.org). Please let Cristin know the name and email address of the person who will be taking your spot in class. 2) Convert your full tuition into a tax-deductible donation to Textile Center. We will be happy to provide you with a receipt for your donation if you request one.
We are unable to provide a refund or make a tuition transfer if your notice of withdrawal is received less than 10 business days before the start of your class. This includes in cases of COVID-19, other illnesses, or medical emergencies.
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