Originally Posted by
katier825
From the automotive section in Sears, I got an adjustable small mirror that comes in very handy when replacing the needle in my sewing machine. Now I can see that I am aligning it correctly. There were a few other items in the package as well. I think one was a long handle with magnet on the end. I haven't had a need to use that one yet. But The mirror gets used frequently.
I love the mirror for replacing needles idea - that long-handled magnet might work to pick pins up off the floor.
I use a long-handled narrow stiff-bristled paint brush to clean the bobbin compartment, makes it easy to get the linty stuff out.