Very nifty idea! :-)

When my mascara runs out, I clean that brush thoroughly, and I use it instead of a pipe cleaner. I used to use pipe cleaners, but the mascara brush is better.

I've used pipe cleaners for several years but thanks, Joanne, I give the recycled mascara brush a try.

That's a great tip.

Great idea.

Thanks BellaBoo, I'm gonna make myself one. That looks really neat. Every tip helps save our old machines and our new ones.

terrific idea. thanks Mary

Cleaned both of mine the other day. It is amazing how much fuss builds up. Always clean after every sewing project. I like the ideal of after every bobbin. This is why your bobbin empty alert doesn't alway work.