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Old 06-06-2011, 10:45 PM
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I use a small paint brush and sometimes a Q-tip. I don't blow air in or
out because I don't know what it can do to the machine.
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Old 06-07-2011, 12:58 AM
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First, I clean all the dust bunnies out with QTips and then very carefully I use a vacuum cleaner with the micro-mini attachments for computers to finish cleaning it out. Never, Never, Never use canned air with your sewing machines. It can do damage by forcing dirt/debris back into your machine and could also blow dirt/debris into your eyes.
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Old 06-07-2011, 01:02 AM
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Small cheapo paint brush, or any good brush for cleaning a sewing machine. Drop buy a hrdware store too, I have used and love those metal handle brush used in workshops.

NO BLOWING PLEASE! NOt with canned air, or from your own mouth either. BAGD GIRL IF YOU DO :shock:

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Old 06-07-2011, 02:47 AM
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I got a bag of brand new, clean, never been used Mary Kay mascara brushes - those work real good for getting lint out. I keep one with each machine - there went the bag. See your MK dealer today.....
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I use make - up brushes - the blusher sort.Also have a small attachment for my vacuum cleaner,which fits into the machine.
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Old 06-07-2011, 03:26 AM
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cotton swabs do a good job. Just twirl in every area they fit. I used a small brush for my longarm; it's more open. Never canned air. Vacuum occasionally.
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You can use a clean eyeshadow brush, a thin one works well. The little brushes that come with the electric shavers work really well, too.
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You can use a clean eyeshadow brush, a thin one works well. The little brushes that come with the electric shavers work really well, too.
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Eyelash brush, fine paint brush. Improvise, don't buy.
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I like long paint brushes and qtips. :)
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