An image of a sewing machine with a list of supplies needed for sewing machine care.

If you love to sew and want to keep up with the maintenance of your sewing machine, we have tips for cleaning and maintaining it. With just a few supplies, you can keep your sewing machine clean and well-tuned for regular use. 


Gather your supplies:

  • Sewing machine oil 
  • A small machine brush 
  • A lint brush or small paint brush 
  • A screwdriver 
  • A soft cloth 


Follow the instructions in the images below to:

  1. Prepare your sewing machine for cleaning
  2. Clean your sewing machine 
  3. Oil your sewing machine 
  4. Put your sewing machine back together 
  5. Wipe down your sewing machine 
  6. Test your sewing machine
  7. Helpful tips for sewing machine care
  8. When to seek professional sewing machine servicing 
An image of a pressure foot on a sewing machine with instructions for cleaning it.
An image of machine oil in a container, with instructions for oiling a sewing machine for maintenance.
An image of a needle and pressure foot on a sewing machine, with directions on how to reassemble parts after maintenance.
An image of a hand pressing a button on a white sewing machine, with instructions for cleaning and testing the machine.
An image of a needle and pressure foot on a sewing machine with instructions for standard sewing machine maintenance tips.