Hello I found this video really useful I recently cleaned my singer 15k using wd40 then 3in1 oil! I noticed the action was rather heavy! After watching your advice I purchased some sewing machine oil and the machine now runs well!
I'm glad your machine is running smoothly now. You'll find your 15 is a workhorse. Mine will sew whatever I ask him to. Especially if I keep him dosed up on Sewing machine oil!. Thanks for watching 😀
A willing husband trying to ease his wife’s sewing machine frustration, I thank you for saving me from ruining her machine with 3-in-1 oil as I was moments away from doing. I see it will be worth a couple days’ wait for the proper oil to arrive.
Whale oil - that's cool! You must have one of the earliest sewing machines? This oil was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries for fine machinery including clocks and sewing machines. It lost popularity towards the end of the 1800s when mineral oils were developed. What machine do you have?
@@SimplyStitchy A Singer Model 27, Cereal No. H547968. I think it's from 1906. An original manual was not provided, but the restoration person I got it from provided a copy of the manual, written a bit earlier, in 1891.
Thank you very much for your excellent video. I really enjoy watching every minute of it. I enjoy your sarcasm and also the application of why certain oils are not a applicable for sewing machines.
Reckitt and Colman were a diverse company but had lem sip and cornstarch in their repertoire. So 3 in 1 oil , I believe, is ( or contains)castor oil not light mineral oil Castor oil clings but being vegetable based goes gummy. Terrible for a sewing machine or a grandfather clock. Good vid. Thanks
The Sewing Machine Repair Guy :used to use Tri-Flow now he only uses it on seized up parts because of the P.T.F.E. (Teflon) act's as a penetrate to free them up but for Normal use he recommends Mineral Oil Based Sewing Machine Oil for the same reasons stated in this video.
I bought a 1960s typewriter a few years ago, and when I joined a typewriter collecting group I quickly learned that wd-40 was no bueno for oiling. Before that, when I worked as a caregiver for an elderly lady, the glider rocking chair in the living room squeaked so badly. I used wd-40 on it several times, and wondered why it never worked for more than a day. I eventually gave up. I just purchased a Singer 99k and I'm eagerly awaiting it in the mail. I've already bought some sewing machine oil.
The rocking chair sounds like a job for 3-in-1 😉 Glad to hear you have your sewing machine oil ready and waiting for your new 99. You won't be disappointed - as a smaller version of the 66, the 99 is a workhorse. Thanks for watching! 😀
Years and years ago my mom had gotten me a sewing machine from the second hand store, and it worked really good. Now, fast forward, when it came to my son's dad using or trying to fix something of mine, I never give a second thought. But, when it came to my sewing machine I specifically told him, if something stops working on it leave it,I will fix it don't touch it if it stops working like it should. It was the one and only thing I ever had told him not to mess with. At one point, he asked why I hadn't been using it and I told him that I needed to get sewing machine oil. He just said okay, and left it at that. One day I wake up from a nap, I've seen that my sewing machine was moved slightly. Out of curiosity, I took the plastic cover off just to take a quick look, went to cover back up and I seen that tiny smudge of red. I opened it up to see more smudges of red on the parts. The only thing I can think of that was red, was brake grease. I was so mad, and I don't remember this, but my son's dad and his cousin both remember me coming outside and yelling, that was the one thing I told him not to mess with. After that, no matter what I did I could not get that sewing machine to work again. Because of my mom, I always knew that you could only use specific oil for sewing machines, but I could never explain really good, why. This video does exactly what I couldn't really explain, and even though it's been years, I'm going to send this video link to my son's dad. I'm still bitter about it at times.
Thank you for sharing this. I'm sending you virtual hugs. Please try to forgive him. If not for him, then to ease the pain you still feel. I know he was wrong to go against your wishes, but, I'm sure he meant well. He cared enough to notice you were not sewing and tried to fix it. A misguided action yes, with disastrous consequences, but his heart was in the right place. Love and hugs to you both x
Great video. Thanks for doing all this research. I bought some Singer lubricant recently as I have a Singer 201 and I thought the gears needed grease rather than oil. However, I am not sure if I should use it as it is a white, sticky substance. This is a Singer product and it was quite expensive for a small tube but I'm thinking that I wasted my money on this. Do you know anything about this product or what it could be used for? Thanks
You're welcome! Singer Lubricant is designed to go in areas where oil would just run straight off. It's supposed to be a lot thicker and a bit sticky. It usually goes on the grease wicks in potted motors. It melts as the machine works and seeps into the wick and then is slowly released into the bits it needs to get to. Just don't use it in your oil ports! I'm not sure if this product is actually made by Singer, but I'm pretty sure they wouldn't put their name to something unsuitable for a sewing machine. Thanks for watching! 🙂
Triflow is one of those products that gets recommended by all sorts of places for all sorts of uses... probably because it's a good product... it just wasn't designed to be used for all of the things it gets used for. Sewing machine oil is definitely the safer choice! Thanks for watching 🙂
3in1 oil has a peafin base. And this wax gums up the precision parts on sewing machines. If this is used on sewing machine, you have to burn it out of each area it was used on. Very expensive repair!
Hello Dear Madame, I am interested in knowing if I can use a Sewing Machine oil with silicon in the moving parts of my Vintage Sewing Machine or just the common Sewing Machine oil? The Machine in fact is exposed to high temperatures and high humidity relative with salinity due to the near location to the coast in the Caribbean. Thanking you in advance for your kind and invaluable comments. Best Regards.
Standard Sewing Machine Oil is best for vintage sewing machines. Particularly if they have a shellac finish and decals. With any other oil you stand a good chance of staining your fabric or worse. Damaging the decals on your machine. Although I believe Sailrite does a sewing machine oil that contains PTFE, it's not meant for regular use. It's more for when a machine is going to be stored long-term. My advice would be to stick with the standard Sewing Machine Oil and just oil your machine more often. Thanks for watching. 🙂
you need oil to stop friction,caused by two metal part, which will heat up and in most cases bind a sewing machine up, specially a high running speed industrial machine Yes oil will collect dust so will grease so does dry metal , Best to have a coating of oil with dust than dust with no oil, as dust between two moving parts over years become a abrasive between the two metals objects,without having oil to move the dust along or help brake it down,is a no no, But this is why you do a service on your sewing machine every year, Use a recommended grease on the cogs and oil on every moving part where two metals are in contact with each other,to stop binding, I have a 90 year old industrial machine it was a work horse well maintained with correct oil, it has no wear , works as good as the day it was built, proof is in the pudding,
@@boomboom2673 Nope. I said if your Singer is a Roadster, Bantam, or a Number 9, you could use car oil... Because they are cars. As it's a sewing machine you need sewing machine oil. Try this stuff: amzn.to/3S0JS0b It's an Amazon link because I'm an affiliate. Doesn't cost any extra to use the link but using it will get you the right oil.
Let's say, hypothetically, the supply chain was completely destroyed and we could no longer obtain sewing machine oil; and also, hypothetically, we didn't have bigger problems to worry about. What could we use instead?
Well, that's a tricky one. Sewing machines need a specific viscosity so, theoretically, any oil with a similar thickness and flow should get you out of trouble. However, while a one-off treatment with some other product is less likely to do lasting damage - you are taking a risk by using it. Even a teeny-tiny bit of the wrong product can cause major issues for your machine. Sewing machines are finely tuned and have a particular need from an oil. Originally, sewing machines would have been lubricated with whale oil. You're unlikely to find any though as it's been banned for years. I've heard some people have used gun oil or even clock oil - but not long term. Guns and clocks work differently and while their oils are free-flowing, they may not have the cooling properties that sewing machines need. I'm not even sure if either of those oils are safe on plastic. Sewing machines really do need their proper oil. Best thing to do, bide your time and wait until the supply chain frees up a bit. You've got some sewing machine oil already so you're good to go. A small bottle will last a long time as you only need a couple of drops here and there. Besides, if the supply chain is that screwed up, you won't be able to get your hands on any type of oil... not even the dreaded baby oil. Thanks for watching! 😀
My sewing machine (Janome novum circa 1960’s) is making a whirring noise from the motor/belt area. It’s creating beautiful stitches, everything working but the whirring is concerning. Any ideas of what it might need? The rest of the machine is clean and oiled so no problems there. I’ve just got it so I don’t know if it’s normal or not
It could be a couple of things. The belt could be slipping meaning it needs to be tightened or you need a new belt. Or... it could be the motor. It might need a new one. Having said that, it could be a normal working noise for that motor. The only way to know for sure is to have the motor serviced.
I am confused however over my machines age I looked up the serial number on the Singer chart, it told me I had a 15k 1948. I have just seen the exact machine on UA-cam same style decals everthing listed as a 15k 1923? Any ideas?
Hi Kevin, dating sewing machines isn't an exact science. Especially not with Singers. The company had a tendency to use leftover decals from previous years on their later models. My Singer 15K80, Roger Willco, has decals from the 1940s but is a 1950s machine. Decals didn't really change that much over time either so it's quite possible your 1948 model could have the same type as one from 1923. Particularly, as the Kilbowie plant switched over to making ammunition for WW2 during the 1940s. They weren't making sewing machines during those years so would have used what they had to hand when the war ended. The 1923 model could also be refurbished. I have a SInger 27 handcrank with paperclip decals and a 1950s style case... her serial number is from 1900! You can meet her here: ua-cam.com/video/DIfQuiLo4mo/v-deo.html . Hope that helps and thanks for watching! 🙂
Yes. You should use Sewing Machine Oil on industrial machines. You'll just need to buy it in larger quantities. Try this one: amzn.to/3OrBaY0 or you can also try Juki Defrix Oil. amzn.to/3YrajQI Thanks for watching. 🙂
WD40 is a Mix of mostly Aceton and a litle bit of thin oil. The aceton thins this oilfilm so it reaches inbetween rost and screws and such to loosen it up. but after a while the aceton devours and breaks the oilfilm down. So AT FIRST is is loosening everything up. Thats what its supposed to do. But it is NOT a replace for oiling the Machine Propperly! and the spraying does not help to provide a clean machin either! To clean use Isopropanol and/or Petroleum for cleaning purpose. (Not that for oil lamps!!) Aftefr that use Sewing machine oil. and clean the machin of afterwards of the spilled resedue! Your machine should be dry and clean inside to not collect dust,- and only oiled where it should be! Not once a year but every vew weeks or so. Read the manual WHERE !! Do not gestimate. and overdue or spray WD40 ! The Lady in this Video is absolutely right! Use the right stuff for the right job, like you would in your car or lawn mower! PS. A heat gun helps as well to loosen up gunky varnished Parts!!!
Food grade mineral oil is for lubricating Swedish Fish and chopping boards.I believe it also has laxative properties. Sewing machines don't tend to suffer from constipation, so a food grade mineral oil isn't what they need. Now, you could use whale oil like they did in the old days, but that's been banned for years. Alternatively, at a push, there's gun oil. But that's only for emergencies rather than a regular lubricant. It's meant for guns after all. That's the thing with oil. Each type is formulated for a specific use. There's really only one substance you should use to keep your Kenmore sewing machine going - It's called sewing machine oil. It's inexpensive and readily available, why would you use anything else?
@@SimplyStitchy thankyou for the response. I still don't see why mineral won't do the trick as even on the bottle it says lubricant and I have seen ppl use it for oiling other things, but if I were to get a proper sewing machine oil which should I get? Your links bring me to large amounts of oil and I anly need a small bottle. Any brand recommendations? Thanks again for helping me figure this out
Try this one: amzn.to/3vT6rKU It's an Amazon link as I'm an Amazon affiliate. You don't have to use the link and it doesn't cost you any extra if you do. I get a small referral fee though so it supports my channel. Brand names to watch for include Dritz, Singer, Nifty Notions, AlbaChem, Juki. Go for a zoom spout bottle as it will be easier to use. Sewing machine oil is lily white and therefore stainless. So it doesn't damage the machine or the fabric you are sewing. Lubricants designed for other items aren't necessarily safe for use on fabric. Nor are they guaranteed to reduce the heat a sewing machine creates.
@@SimplyStitchy you don't happen to know of a good grease for a vintage metal geared sewing machine right? No problem if you don't. I had one in mind but can't find it anywhere with fast shipping and it isn't sold locally
Hello I found this video really useful I recently cleaned my singer 15k using wd40 then 3in1 oil! I noticed the action was rather heavy! After watching your advice I purchased some sewing machine oil and the machine now runs well!
I'm glad your machine is running smoothly now. You'll find your 15 is a workhorse. Mine will sew whatever I ask him to. Especially if I keep him dosed up on Sewing machine oil!. Thanks for watching 😀
A willing husband trying to ease his wife’s sewing machine frustration, I thank you for saving me from ruining her machine with 3-in-1 oil as I was moments away from doing. I see it will be worth a couple days’ wait for the proper oil to arrive.
You're welcome 😉
Given that my manual specifies the use of whale oil, I appreciate this video
Whale oil - that's cool! You must have one of the earliest sewing machines? This oil was popular in the 18th and 19th centuries for fine machinery including clocks and sewing machines. It lost popularity towards the end of the 1800s when mineral oils were developed. What machine do you have?
@@SimplyStitchy A Singer Model 27, Cereal No. H547968. I think it's from 1906. An original manual was not provided, but the restoration person I got it from provided a copy of the manual, written a bit earlier, in 1891.
Thank you very much for your excellent video. I really enjoy watching every minute of it. I enjoy your sarcasm and also the application of why certain oils are not a applicable for sewing machines.
Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching! 🙂
Reckitt and Colman were a diverse company but had lem sip and cornstarch in their repertoire. So 3 in 1 oil , I believe, is ( or contains)castor oil not light mineral oil
Castor oil clings but being vegetable based goes gummy. Terrible for a sewing machine or a grandfather clock. Good vid. Thanks
The Sewing Machine Repair Guy :used to use Tri-Flow now he only uses it on seized up parts because of the P.T.F.E. (Teflon) act's as a penetrate to free them up but for Normal use he recommends Mineral Oil Based Sewing Machine Oil for the same reasons stated in this video.
I bought a 1960s typewriter a few years ago, and when I joined a typewriter collecting group I quickly learned that wd-40 was no bueno for oiling.
Before that, when I worked as a caregiver for an elderly lady, the glider rocking chair in the living room squeaked so badly. I used wd-40 on it several times, and wondered why it never worked for more than a day. I eventually gave up.
I just purchased a Singer 99k and I'm eagerly awaiting it in the mail. I've already bought some sewing machine oil.
The rocking chair sounds like a job for 3-in-1 😉 Glad to hear you have your sewing machine oil ready and waiting for your new 99. You won't be disappointed - as a smaller version of the 66, the 99 is a workhorse. Thanks for watching! 😀
Years and years ago my mom had gotten me a sewing machine from the second hand store, and it worked really good.
Now, fast forward, when it came to my son's dad using or trying to fix something of mine, I never give a second thought. But, when it came to my sewing machine I specifically told him, if something stops working on it leave it,I will fix it don't touch it if it stops working like it should. It was the one and only thing I ever had told him not to mess with. At one point, he asked why I hadn't been using it and I told him that I needed to get sewing machine oil. He just said okay, and left it at that.
One day I wake up from a nap, I've seen that my sewing machine was moved slightly. Out of curiosity, I took the plastic cover off just to take a quick look, went to cover back up and I seen that tiny smudge of red. I opened it up to see more smudges of red on the parts. The only thing I can think of that was red, was brake grease. I was so mad, and I don't remember this, but my son's dad and his cousin both remember me coming outside and yelling, that was the one thing I told him not to mess with. After that, no matter what I did I could not get that sewing machine to work again. Because of my mom, I always knew that you could only use specific oil for sewing machines, but I could never explain really good, why. This video does exactly what I couldn't really explain, and even though it's been years, I'm going to send this video link to my son's dad. I'm still bitter about it at times.
Thank you for sharing this. I'm sending you virtual hugs. Please try to forgive him. If not for him, then to ease the pain you still feel. I know he was wrong to go against your wishes, but, I'm sure he meant well. He cared enough to notice you were not sewing and tried to fix it. A misguided action yes, with disastrous consequences, but his heart was in the right place. Love and hugs to you both x
sounds like rubber grease not oil!.
Great video. Thanks for doing all this research. I bought some Singer lubricant recently as I have a Singer 201 and I thought the gears needed grease rather than oil. However, I am not sure if I should use it as it is a white, sticky substance. This is a Singer product and it was quite expensive for a small tube but I'm thinking that I wasted my money on this. Do you know anything about this product or what it could be used for? Thanks
You're welcome! Singer Lubricant is designed to go in areas where oil would just run straight off. It's supposed to be a lot thicker and a bit sticky. It usually goes on the grease wicks in potted motors. It melts as the machine works and seeps into the wick and then is slowly released into the bits it needs to get to. Just don't use it in your oil ports! I'm not sure if this product is actually made by Singer, but I'm pretty sure they wouldn't put their name to something unsuitable for a sewing machine. Thanks for watching! 🙂
A sewing machine retailer told me triflow was good for sewing machines.
I used it for a bit but recently purchased a gallon of SMO.
Triflow is one of those products that gets recommended by all sorts of places for all sorts of uses... probably because it's a good product... it just wasn't designed to be used for all of the things it gets used for. Sewing machine oil is definitely the safer choice! Thanks for watching 🙂
3in1 oil has a peafin base. And this wax gums up the precision parts on sewing machines. If this is used on sewing machine, you have to burn it out of each area it was used on. Very expensive repair!
Hello Dear Madame, I am interested in knowing if I can use a Sewing Machine oil with silicon in the moving parts of my Vintage Sewing Machine or just the common Sewing Machine oil?
The Machine in fact is exposed to high temperatures and high humidity relative with salinity due to the near location to the coast in the Caribbean.
Thanking you in advance for your kind and invaluable comments.
Best Regards.
Standard Sewing Machine Oil is best for vintage sewing machines. Particularly if they have a shellac finish and decals. With any other oil you stand a good chance of staining your fabric or worse. Damaging the decals on your machine. Although I believe Sailrite does a sewing machine oil that contains PTFE, it's not meant for regular use. It's more for when a machine is going to be stored long-term. My advice would be to stick with the standard Sewing Machine Oil and just oil your machine more often. Thanks for watching. 🙂
The PTFE oil is good for sewing machine. It`s not oil based and after solvent evaporates it`s dry. Oils collect dust and evaporates or get sticky.
you need oil to stop friction,caused by two metal part, which will heat up and in most cases bind a sewing machine up, specially a high running speed industrial machine
Yes oil will collect dust so will grease so does dry metal ,
Best to have a coating of oil with dust than dust with no oil, as dust between two moving parts over years become a abrasive between the two metals objects,without having oil to move the dust along or help brake it down,is a no no,
But this is why you do a service on your sewing machine every year,
Use a recommended grease on the cogs and oil on every moving part where two metals are in contact with each other,to stop binding,
I have a 90 year old industrial machine it was a work horse well maintained with correct oil, it has no wear , works as good as the day it was built, proof is in the pudding,
You are awesome!! Thank you for the great info and research
You're welcome! Thanks for watching 😀
Great video, thank you. What should we use on the motor?
Singer Lubricant like this one: amzn.to/3ECEnQ8 Thanks for watching 🙂
@@SimplyStitchy thank you
what if I use 5w20 car oil in my singer 381-3 it took about 600L to fill it up
Roadster or Bantam? Or is it the Number 9... or the Le Mans Special? I'm sure all of them will do nicely on 5w20. 😆
@@SimplyStitchysinger 381-3 INDUSTRIAL, O YEAH I MADE A MISTAKE IT'S 5W30 THATS THE THINNEST I COULD FIND, BUT YOU SAY IT WILL BE FINE USING THAT OIL.
@@boomboom2673 Nope. I said if your Singer is a Roadster, Bantam, or a Number 9, you could use car oil... Because they are cars. As it's a sewing machine you need sewing machine oil. Try this stuff: amzn.to/3S0JS0b It's an Amazon link because I'm an affiliate. Doesn't cost any extra to use the link but using it will get you the right oil.
Let's say, hypothetically, the supply chain was completely destroyed and we could no longer obtain sewing machine oil; and also, hypothetically, we didn't have bigger problems to worry about. What could we use instead?
Well, that's a tricky one. Sewing machines need a specific viscosity so, theoretically, any oil with a similar thickness and flow should get you out of trouble. However, while a one-off treatment with some other product is less likely to do lasting damage - you are taking a risk by using it. Even a teeny-tiny bit of the wrong product can cause major issues for your machine. Sewing machines are finely tuned and have a particular need from an oil. Originally, sewing machines would have been lubricated with whale oil. You're unlikely to find any though as it's been banned for years. I've heard some people have used gun oil or even clock oil - but not long term. Guns and clocks work differently and while their oils are free-flowing, they may not have the cooling properties that sewing machines need. I'm not even sure if either of those oils are safe on plastic. Sewing machines really do need their proper oil. Best thing to do, bide your time and wait until the supply chain frees up a bit. You've got some sewing machine oil already so you're good to go. A small bottle will last a long time as you only need a couple of drops here and there. Besides, if the supply chain is that screwed up, you won't be able to get your hands on any type of oil... not even the dreaded baby oil. Thanks for watching! 😀
My sewing machine (Janome novum circa 1960’s) is making a whirring noise from the motor/belt area. It’s creating beautiful stitches, everything working but the whirring is concerning. Any ideas of what it might need? The rest of the machine is clean and oiled so no problems there. I’ve just got it so I don’t know if it’s normal or not
It could be a couple of things. The belt could be slipping meaning it needs to be tightened or you need a new belt. Or... it could be the motor. It might need a new one. Having said that, it could be a normal working noise for that motor. The only way to know for sure is to have the motor serviced.
ive always used 1/40 fully synthetic car engine oil dispensed from a vape liquid bottle,never any issues so far!.
I am confused however over my machines age I looked up the serial number on the Singer chart, it told me I had a 15k 1948. I have just seen the exact machine on UA-cam same style decals everthing listed as a 15k 1923? Any ideas?
Hi Kevin, dating sewing machines isn't an exact science. Especially not with Singers. The company had a tendency to use leftover decals from previous years on their later models. My Singer 15K80, Roger Willco, has decals from the 1940s but is a 1950s machine. Decals didn't really change that much over time either so it's quite possible your 1948 model could have the same type as one from 1923. Particularly, as the Kilbowie plant switched over to making ammunition for WW2 during the 1940s. They weren't making sewing machines during those years so would have used what they had to hand when the war ended. The 1923 model could also be refurbished. I have a SInger 27 handcrank with paperclip decals and a 1950s style case... her serial number is from 1900! You can meet her here: ua-cam.com/video/DIfQuiLo4mo/v-deo.html . Hope that helps and thanks for watching! 🙂
Is this same for industrial machines ,have singer and durkopp
Yes. You should use Sewing Machine Oil on industrial machines. You'll just need to buy it in larger quantities. Try this one: amzn.to/3OrBaY0 or you can also try Juki Defrix Oil. amzn.to/3YrajQI Thanks for watching. 🙂
@@SimplyStitchy I have a biggish bottle of sewing machine oil
WD40 is a Mix of mostly Aceton and a litle bit of thin oil. The aceton thins this oilfilm so it reaches inbetween rost and screws and such to loosen it up. but after a while the aceton devours and breaks the oilfilm down. So AT FIRST is is loosening everything up. Thats what its supposed to do. But it is NOT a replace for oiling the Machine Propperly! and the spraying does not help to provide a clean machin either! To clean use Isopropanol and/or Petroleum for cleaning purpose. (Not that for oil lamps!!)
Aftefr that use Sewing machine oil. and clean the machin of afterwards of the spilled resedue! Your machine should be dry and clean inside to not collect dust,- and only oiled where it should be!
Not once a year but every vew weeks or so. Read the manual WHERE !! Do not gestimate. and overdue or spray WD40 !
The Lady in this Video is absolutely right! Use the right stuff for the right job, like you would in your car or lawn mower!
PS. A heat gun helps as well to loosen up gunky varnished Parts!!!
magkano oil sewing machine 1 gallon
Depends on brand and where you are. This one is affordable : amzn.to/3VRy04G It's an Amazon link.I earn through qualified sales made using the link.
the Sewing machine reaper guy did a vidio on that topic you mite wont to see it
I've always preferred gummy bears. Thanks for watching. 🙂
@@SimplyStitchy me to but what he sead about the oils is what got me
Hi, I am trying to lubricate an old Kenmore sewing machine and am wondering if I can use food grade mineral oil to oil up the machine.
Food grade mineral oil is for lubricating Swedish Fish and chopping boards.I believe it also has laxative properties. Sewing machines don't tend to suffer from constipation, so a food grade mineral oil isn't what they need. Now, you could use whale oil like they did in the old days, but that's been banned for years. Alternatively, at a push, there's gun oil. But that's only for emergencies rather than a regular lubricant. It's meant for guns after all. That's the thing with oil. Each type is formulated for a specific use. There's really only one substance you should use to keep your Kenmore sewing machine going - It's called sewing machine oil. It's inexpensive and readily available, why would you use anything else?
@@SimplyStitchy thankyou for the response. I still don't see why mineral won't do the trick as even on the bottle it says lubricant and I have seen ppl use it for oiling other things, but if I were to get a proper sewing machine oil which should I get? Your links bring me to large amounts of oil and I anly need a small bottle. Any brand recommendations? Thanks again for helping me figure this out
Try this one: amzn.to/3vT6rKU It's an Amazon link as I'm an Amazon affiliate. You don't have to use the link and it doesn't cost you any extra if you do. I get a small referral fee though so it supports my channel. Brand names to watch for include Dritz, Singer, Nifty Notions, AlbaChem, Juki. Go for a zoom spout bottle as it will be easier to use. Sewing machine oil is lily white and therefore stainless. So it doesn't damage the machine or the fabric you are sewing. Lubricants designed for other items aren't necessarily safe for use on fabric. Nor are they guaranteed to reduce the heat a sewing machine creates.
@@SimplyStitchy thankyou!
@@SimplyStitchy you don't happen to know of a good grease for a vintage metal geared sewing machine right? No problem if you don't. I had one in mind but can't find it anywhere with fast shipping and it isn't sold locally
Thank you for saving my Pfaff from 1905!!!!! ❤
You're welcome! Glad I could help 😀 Thanks for watching!
Oh dear......I've been using 3 and 1 for years....oops! And a I can't believe it's not WD40 knock off called Aquanol....the shame! :)
Oopsy! Lol 😉 3-in-1 might not be great for sewing machines but it's definitely better than baby oil. 😀
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I was really tickled at your horrified facial expressions when discussing baby oil 😆
Lol 😆
Not out of skin, ha,ha!