What's my investment?


Included with this program:
  • One-time payment, NOT a recurring fee!
  • Access to all modules and information FOR LIFE!
  • All upgrades, improvements, and expansions included!
  • Discounted consultation options for diagnosis and repair!
  • Private Facebook group for support and collaboration with others!

The Basic Hook Timing program requires enrollment in either the Remove Your Covers or Vintage Sewing Machine Mastery before you can enroll.  If you are not yet ready for Basic Hook Timing, you can add the program later after you are in Remove Your Covers.

Whether you want to learn to care for your own machines or build a small business, we'll teach you the exact procedures used in our professional shop to help you meet your goals.

How it works

Login in and work through the on-demand library modules & lessons

The on-demand library will teach you overall concepts of removing the covers on any modern sewing machine for routine service.

Each brand of machine also has its own section to teach you about known issues with machines, how to resolve them, and instructions on how to safely remove the appropriate covers for your specific machine.

What you will learn on your machine:

  • Setting up your work space, proper chemicals, proper lubricants, tools you'll need
  • Cleaning and lubricating inside the machine
  • Cleaning computer boards and sensors (when applicable)
  • Seized machines - how to get them moving again
  • Balancing tension and correct sewing issues
  • And much more!
Email the instructor when you are stuck, feel overwhelmed, or just need some support

 The absolute most valuable component of RYC is that you always have the support of two professional experts to help you when you are stuck or need help.  We help you via email and questions in our private group, and one-on-one Zoom calls are available as needed.

This takes away guesswork and failed attempts - no more scouring YouTube looking for answers!

Upon request, we will provide custom instruction sheets for your specific machines - print and keep for future reference!

Offer your services to your community through side business or retirement income, or volunteering to use your services in your community

Offering your services to your community doesn't mean you need to open a service shop!  We'll give you the tools to start a small business in your home, to go mobile or make house calls, and work as much or as little as you want.

Pssst... it does't cost you anything more to use our programs to build a business!  Our program is designed to teach you about as many modern machines as possible - and to have expert, professional help to guide you.

What is considered a "modern" machine?

  • Any machine with plastic covers that must be pried apart to access the inside will be included in this program.  It can be mechanical or computerized.

  • Any machine with a computer or electronics (auto thread cutter, speed control, needle up/down) will be included in this program.

  • All metal machines will be included in the Vintage Sewing Machine Mastery program.

Important to note about this program:

  • This is a maintenance program, NOT a repair program.  This program will will not repair a truly broken machine, and does not address any issues with computer systems, boards, sensors, pulse motors, or any other electronics.

  • This program only includes home domestic sewing machines - it does not include commercial, industrial, serger, overlock, or specialty machines.

  • This program excludes the Viking EPIC series machines (all other Viking models are included.

  • This program excludes most modern Bernina machines, any model with a "B" in the name (i.e. Bernina B880, B330, etc.)

Below is the program outline

If you don't see your brand/model of machine listed in the program outline below, this does NOT mean your machine is not included.  

Remove Your Covers

  1. Getting Started

    13 lessons

    1. Introduction

      1. Welcome to Remove Your Covers
      2. Important - please bookmark
      3. About Sewing Doc
      4. What is machine service and maintenance?
      5. Machines included in this program
      6. How often to perform maintenance
      7. Intro Survey
      8. Program Guidelines

    2. Before you begin

      1. How to use this program
      2. Warnings & Disclaimers
      3. Private Facebook Group Access
      4. If you have issues or need help
      5. Agreements before startiing this program

  2. Tools & Materials

    11 lessons
    1. Tools & Materials Checklist
    2. Do I NEED an air compressor?
    3. Workspace
    4. You need good light
    5. Cleaning Chemicals
    6. Cleaning Materials
    7. Lubricants

    1. Tools

      1. Basic Tools
      2. Tool Brands
      3. Drivers vs. Keys
      4. How to earth ground yourself

  3. The professional service process

    7 lessons
    1. The Service Process
    2. Intake Form
    3. Machine Inspection
    4. Power test
    5. Test sew & Troubleshooting
    6. Basic Maintenance Record Form
    7. Do I need to know how to sew?

  4. Removing the covers

    4 lesson
    1. If you're not sure...

    1. General Concepts

      1. Before you start
      2. Mechanical Machine
      3. Computerized Machines

  5. Cleaning the machine

    14 lessons

    1. Remove lint & debris

      1. Before you start
      2. Mechanical machines - remove lint
      3. Computerized machines - remove lint

    2. Clean needle bar & upper area

      1. Before you start
      2. Mechanical machine needle bar & upper area
      3. Computerized machines needle bar & upper area

    3. Clean bobbin, hook, & feed area

      1. Before you start
      2. Mechanical machines - hook, feed area
      3. Computerized machines - hook, feed area

    4. Cleaning computer boards

      1. Cleaning computer boards

    5. For all machines

      1. Cleaning & inspecting check spring, take-up lever, and tension discs
      2. Inspecting bobbin case for burrs, rust, and threads or lint
      3. Check for caught threads

    6. Brand (or model)-specific notations

      1. Stuck Feed - Kenmore, Janome

  6. Lubricate the machine

    6 lesson
    1. What to do if the machine is seized or will not turn easily

    1. Lubrication information

      1. Overview of Lubricant
      2. General lubrication concepts
      3. Mechanical machines - lubrication
      4. Computerized machines - lubrication
      5. General oiling points

  7. Miscellaneous

    4 lessons

    1. Check the timing

      1. Checking the timing
      2. Drop-in Hook Timing
      3. Vertical (front or side-loading) Hook Timing

    2. Pulse Motors (computerized machines with feed issues)

      1. Pulse Motors

  8. Covers back on

    3 lessons

    1. General Concepts

      1. General Concepts
      2. Mechanical machines - covers back on
      3. Computerized machines - covers back on

  9. Test Sew

    1 lesson
    1. Proper Test Sew & Balancing Tension

  10. Bernina, Bernette, & EverSewn Sewing Machines

    21 lessons
    1. General Info & Instructions
    2. Machines with Modules
    3. EverSewn Sparrow
    4. Bernette 56 - Remove Covers only
    5. Bernette 340 & Similar - Remove covers only
    6. Bernette b77
    7. Bernette 715 - Remove covers only
    8. Bernette 50 - Remove covers only
    9. Bernina Aurora
    10. Bernina 1630 & Similar
    11. Bernina 930 & Similar
    12. Bernette 46 (Seville 4)

    1. Bernina Activa

      1. Bernina Activa Information
      2. Bernina Activa - covers off
      3. Bernina Activa - Cleaning
      4. Bernina Activa - Lubricating

    2. Bernina Artista 640

      1. Bernina Artista 640 Information
      2. Bernina 640 COVERS OFF
      3. Bernina 640 CLEAN
      4. Bernina 640 LUBRICATE
      5. Bernina 640 COVERS ON

  11. Brother & Babylock Sewing Machines

    62 lessons
    1. NEVER remove this screw
    2. General Info & instructions
    3. Brother low-end computerized machines
    4. Machines with Modules
    5. Babylock Pro Line BL3000
    6. Babylock Lyric - Remove covers only
    7. Babylock Chorus - BLCH
    8. Babylock Destiny BLDY & Similar - Remove covers only
    9. Babylock Solaris BLSA/Brother Luminiere & Similar - Remove covers only
    10. Babylock Ellisimo BLSO & Similar - Remove covers only
    11. Babylock Symphony & Similar-
    12. Babylock Elizabeth
    13. Babylock Meridian & Brother Stellair
    14. Babylock Anna - Remove covers only
    15. Babylock Design Pro BL22 - Remove covers only
    16. Babylock Jazz & Jazz II
    17. Babylock Jubilant & Brother NS-80 - Remove covers only
    18. Babylock Esante2 & Brother PC8500
    19. Brother SE270-D - Remove covers only
    20. Brother XL2022 & Similar
    21. Brother LB7000 & Similar - Remover covers only
    22. Brother VX-810 - Remove covers only
    23. Brother LX3817 & Similar - Remove covers only
    24. Brother SE1900 & Similar
    25. Brother Pacesetter 2500 - Remove covers only
    26. Brother CS7000x & Similar
    27. Brother LS2350, LS2125, and similar
    28. Brother XM2701
    29. Brother XL-3022 & Similar - Remove covers only
    30. Brother Innovis F420 - Remove covers only

    1. Babylock BL6200

      1. Babylock BL6200
      2. Babylock BL6200 INTRO
      3. Babylock BL6200 TOOLS
      4. Babylock BL6200 COVERS OFF
      5. Babylock BL6200 CLEAN
      6. Babylock BL6200 LUBRICATE
      7. Babylock BL6200 COVERS ON

    2. Brother CS6000i

      1. Brother CS6000i Information
      2. Brother CS600i - remove covers
      3. Brother CS600i cleaning
      4. Brother CS6000i - lubricating
      5. Brother CS6000i - seized machine
      6. Brother CS6000i - covers back on

    3. Brother Innov-is QC-1000 & Similar (also Babylock)

      1. Brother Innov-is QC-1000 & Similar (also Babylock)
      2. Brother QC-1000 Covers off
      3. Brother QC 1000 clean machine
      4. BrotherQC-1000 lubricating
      5. Oil & grease points
      6. Brother QC 1000 covers on

    4. Brother PE770 Embroidery & Similar

      1. Brother PE770 Embroidery & Similar

    5. Brother PE540D Embroidery

      1. Brother PE540D Embroidery & Similar
      2. Brother PE540D TOOLS
      3. BrotherPE540D COVERS
      4. Brother PE540D CLEAN
      5. Brother PE540D LUBRICATE
      6. Brother PE540D COVERS ON

    6. Brother XL2600i

      1. Brother XL2600i
      2. Brother CS600i - remove covers
      3. Brother CS600i cleaning
      4. Brother CS6000i - lubricating
      5. Brother CS6000i - seized machine
      6. Brother CS6000i - covers back on

  12. Elna Sewing Machines

    7 lessons
    1. General info & Instructions
    2. Machines with modules
    3. Elna eXcellence 680 & Similar
    4. Elna 900 & Similar - Remove covers only
    5. Similar to Janome Memory Craft Horizon (several models)
    6. Elna 3210 - Remove covers only
    7. Elna e9600

  13. Janome Sewing Machines

    43 lessons
    1. General info & Instructions
    2. Machines with Modules
    3. Janome 3160 QDC & Similar
    4. Janome HD3000 & Similar - Remove covers only
    5. Janome 6600
    6. Janome DC2012 & Similar - Remove covers only
    7. Janome Memory Craft 350e & Similar - Remove covers only
    8. Janome Skyline Series
    9. Janome HD9 - Remove covers only
    10. Janome 8080/Janome DC3050 & Similar
    11. Janome DC2007le - Remove covers only
    12. Janome 9000 - Remove covers only
    13. Janome HT2008LE - Remove Covers Only
    14. Janome MyStyle100 (508A) & Similar - Remove covers only
    15. Janome Sewist 709 - Remove covers only
    16. Janome 6700p - Remove covers only
    17. Janome 7330 Magnolia - Remove covers only
    18. Janome SUV 1122
    19. Janome M7
    20. Janome Memory Craft Horizon (several models)
    21. Janome Magnolia 7360 - Remove covers only
    22. Janome HD1000 & Similar - Remove covers only
    23. Janome Jem 760 - Remove cover only
    24. Janome Memory Craft 11000
    25. Janome Jem Lite 639 - Remove covers only
    26. Janome 5124 - Remove Covers
    27. Janome Jem 639
    28. Janome 3125 & similar - Remove Covers only
    29. Similar to Kenmore 385
    30. Janome Excel 4023
    31. Janome Jem Gold

    1. Janome 234

      1. Janome 234 Info
      2. Janome 234 intro, covers off
      3. Janome 234 - clean machine
      4. Janome 234 - lubricating
      5. Janome 234 - covers back

    2. Similar to Kenmore 385 - Full series plus feed issue

      1. About this module
      2. Kenmore 385 - Intro
      3. Kenmore 385 - Remove Covers
      4. Kenmore 385 - Cleaning interior
      5. Kenmore 385 - forward_reverse issue
      6. Kenmore 385 Lubricating
      7. Kenmore 385 - Covers back on

  14. Juki Sewing Machines

    3 lessons
    1. Machines with Modules
    2. Juki TL98 & Similar Models
    3. Juki HZL-G series & Similar

  15. Kenmore Sewing Machines

    15 lessons
    1. Kenmore Mini Ultra - Remove covers only
    2. Kenmore Ergo3 & Similar
    3. Kenmore 385 Type 2 Body Style
    4. Kenmore 385.15218400
    5. Kenmore 385
    6. Kenmore 385 Type 1 Body Style
    7. Kenmore 385 Type 3 Body Style
    8. General info & Instructions

    1. Kenmore 385 - Full series plus feed issue

      1. Kenmore 385 - Full series plus feed issue
      2. Kenmore 385 - Intro
      3. Kenmore 385 - Remove Covers
      4. Kenmore 385 - Cleaning interior
      5. Kenmore 385 - forward_reverse issue
      6. Kenmore 385 Lubricating
      7. Kenmore 385 - Covers back on

  16. Necchi Sewing Machines

    2 lessons
    1. Necchi 3577 - Covers Off only
    2. Necchi EX30 - Remove covers only

  17. Pfaff Sewing Machines

    22 lessons
    1. Pfaff Hobby 301
    2. Pfaff Expression, Creative Vision, & Performance
    3. Pfaff Tiptronic 6150 - Remove covers only
    4. General info & Instructions
    5. Pfaff Quilt Ambition 630
    6. Pfaff Ambition 2.0 - Remove covers only
    7. Pfaff Creative Sensation Pro - Remove covers only
    8. Pfaff 1200 Grand Quilter
    9. Pfaff Passport 3.0 & 2.0 - Remove covers only

    1. Pfaff Tiptronic & Similar

      1. Pfaff Tiptronic & Similar
      2. Pfaff Tiptronic - Covers off
      3. Pfaff Tiptronic 2030 Covers Off
      4. Pfaff Tiptronic - clean upper area
      5. Pfaff - frozen presser foot
      6. Pfaff expression bottom cover off
      7. Pfaff Tiptronic - clean lower area
      8. Pfaff Tiptronic - lubricate the bottom
      9. Pfaff Tiptronic - hook finger issue
      10. Pfaff Tiptronic 2030 - bottom covers back
      11. Pfaff Tiptronic - lubricate upper area
      12. Pfaff Tiptronic - top cover back on
      13. Pfaff 2030 - top cover back on newer machine

  18. Singer Sewing Machines

    27 lessons
    1. General info & Instructions
    2. Singer QuantumStylist 9985

    1. Singer Brilliance & Similar

      1. Singer 6180 & similar - Remove covers only

    2. Singer 117 (Featherweight II)

      1. Singer 117 - Remove covers only

    3. Singer Futura CG-250

      1. Singer Futura CG-250

    4. Singer Heavy Duty

      1. Singer Heavy Duty

    5. Singer Inspiration - 4205, 4206, 4210, 4212, 4218, 4220, 4228

      1. Singer Inspiration

    6. Singer Legacy 350 & Similar

      1. Singer Legacy 350 & Similar

    7. Singer 2662

      1. Singer 2662 - Remove covers only

    8. Singer Merritt-style Machines

      1. Singer Merritt-style Machines
      2. Merrit style - Intro
      3. Merrit style - known issues
      4. Merrit style - cleaning
      5. Merritt style - lubricating

    9. Singer 6412 Millenium

      1. Singer 6412 - Remove covers only

    10. Singer Patchwork 7285Q

      1. Singer Patchwork 7285Q - includes Confidence models
      2. Singer Patchwork - Covers
      3. Singer Patchwork Clean Machine
      4. Singer Patchwork - lubricating
      5. Singer Patchwork - Covers back on

    11. Singer 7422, 7424, 7426, 7428, 7430, 7436, 7442, 7444, 7446, 7448, 7462, 7464, 7466, 7468 and others

      1. Singer 7422 - Remove covers only

    12. Singer Curvy 8763

      1. Singer Curvy 8763 - Remove covers only

    13. Singer Promise II

      1. Singer Promise II - Remove covers only

    14. Singer Quantum Stylist

      1. Singer Quantum Stylist

    15. Singer Simple

      1. Singer Simple 3116

    16. Singer 7322 Quantum Decor

      1. Singer 7322 & Similar - Remove covers only

    17. Singer Quantum XL-1

      1. Singer Quantum XL-1 - Remove covers only

  19. Viking Sewing Machines

    25 lesson
    1. General Info & Instructions

    1. Viking Brilliance 75Q

      1. Viking Brilliance 75Q - Remove covers only

    2. Viking E20

      1. Viking E20

    3. Viking Emerald 118

      1. Viking Emerald 118

    4. Viking H Class 100Q

      1. Viking H Class 100Q

    5. Viking HuskyStar 219

      1. Viking HuskyStar 219

    6. Viking Jade 20

      1. Viking Jade 20

    7. Viking Lily

      1. Viking Lily - also Freesia, Rose, Iris, Desinger 1, Designer 1+, Designer II
      2. Viking Lily - remove covers
      3. Viking Lily - cleaning
      4. Viking Lily - lubricating
      5. Viking Lily - back cover back on

    8. Viking Platinum 950

      1. Viking Platinum 950
      2. Viking Platinum 950 COVERS OFF
      3. Viking Platinum 950 CLEAN
      4. Viking Platinum 950 LUBRICATE
      5. Viking Platinum 950 COVERS ON

    9. Viking Prisma 940 & 990

      1. Viking Prisma 940 & 990

    10. Viking Sapphire

      1. Viking Sapphire
      2. Viking Sapphire - Intro & Tools
      3. viking sapphire -Remove Covers
      4. Viking Sapphire - Overview inside machine
      5. Viking Sapphire - Clean Machine
      6. Viking Sapphire - Lubrication

    11. Viking Sew Easy 320

      1. Viking Sew Easy, Daisy, and Similar

  20. Other Brands

    2 lesson
    1. White 935 - Remove Covers only

    1. White 2999

      1. White 2999 - Remove covers only

The industry hates me for this.

But this is something that weighs on me constantly.  From the bottom of my heart, I truly believe in empowering people to do things they are capable of, with the right guidance, I KNOW this is something you can do as well.

The Remove Your Covers program... this is for everyone.

This series is meant to teach home sewists how to clean and lubricate their modern machines to keep them running, extend their life, and stay armed with the right knowledge to avoid spending time and money unnecessarily.

I'm not implying that dealers are trying to pull one over on you, per se, I'm saying that this industry has been working one way for an eternity, and not at all designed in your favor.  The less knowledge you have, the more power they keep.  Let's work on shifting this paradigm together.

Questions?

Let's talk.

You have Questions, We have Answers....

Q:  Do I have to pay a fee every month?

A:  At the launch of this program, the entry fee is a one-time-only fee so you have access to the modules for life.

 

Q:  When does the workshop end?

A:  This is the best:  it doesn't!  It lasts forever… or as long as you need it to!  There is no end or timeline for this course, so you jump in any time and come back to it any time you need to. 

 

Q:  Who is this course for?  Can just anyone take it?

A:  Yes!  This course is for anyone interested in learning to clean, lubricate, and care for sewing machines.  Young, old, retired, people that work full-time, people that are just curious, hobbyists, people with lots of machines, people that only have one machine, people wanting side/retirement/full-time income.  Everyone is welcome!

 

Q:  I'm not good with tools, will I be okay taking this class?

A:  YES!  If you don't feel confident using tools, I promise, you're going to be okay in this course.  I wouldn't have considered myself "mechanically inclined" when I first started working with machines, either.  Many of us are, and we just don't know it yet.  There is actually very little done with tools in the class.  This workshop will be a source of empowerment and confidence for you, I can promise you that!  In my in-person classes (before Covid), I had ladies insist that they bring their husband because they were too afraid of the tools, but I encourage EVERYONE to give it a try because I promise you, you can do it.

 

Q:  What machines are covered in this course?

A:  This workshop covers almost all "modern" home domestic sewing machines, including those with computers.  It does NOT cover any commercial/industrial machines, sergers, embroidery-specific components or embroidery-only machines, chain stitch or specialty machines.  There are a few machines we will not handle in this workshop such as the Viking Epic series, and the newest models of Bernina, such as the 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9 series (and a few others).  Those machines require specific tools and program codes for service and are beyond the scope of this workshop.  Please check with us first if you are unsure about your machine.

 

Q:  If I have an issue with a machine, can I contact you for help?

A:  Yes, the instructor is available during regular hours.  During the testing/BETA phase of the program, you will have plenty of additional help available.  After the program officially launches, you will still have guided help, and there is an option for paid consultation for issues outside of the scope of this program.

 

Q:  Do I need any special programs or equipment to participate in any part of the workshop?

A:  The short answer is no.  All you really need is a cell phone, tablet, or computer to view the on-demand classes and work your way through the workshop.  

 

Q:  Will this course teach me to service other people's machines?

A:  YES!  You will build skills that allow you to offer your services to your local community.  We prefer not to use the term ' full service' as this implies timing and other adjustments have been made, which are not taught in this workshop.  But the first 6-7 years of my service business used the skills in this workshop, VSMM program, and Troubleshooting program - I didn't adjust the timing or make complex repairs until later on in my business. 
 

Q:  I don't live in the United States, can I sign up for this course?

A:  We do have folks from Canada and the UK in other workshops, and we welcome other countries.  However, we are limited in this capacity at this time, as sewing machines, cleaners, and lubricants available in other countries are often very different than the US, and I cannot promise that we'll be able to assist you with these things we are not familiar with.