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Trouble & Tune

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Heidi Sapere

Sewing Machine:

Maintenance

Troubleshooting

Problem solving

Education

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Sewing Machine Maintenance

& Troubleshooting Napa Valley

Beginner-friendly service focused on preventative care, transparent pricing, and helping you understand your machine.

 

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s you or your machine, you’re not alone. 

 

As a sewing educator and mechanic-in-training, I combine hands-on service with practical teaching, so you leave with a working machine and the confidence to use it.

Book My Service
Schedule a 30-Minute Consultation

Napa - Yountville - St. Helena - Sanoma - American Canyon
Napa Valley surrounding communities

What I do!

Preventative Maintenance That Builds Confidence

I specialize in routine sewing machine maintenance and beginner-friendly troubleshooting for home sewists in Napa Valley.

 

Services may include:

• Cleaning lint and debris buildup
• Tension inspection and adjustment
• Timing check
• Stitch testing
• Internal inspection and lubrication (when selected)
• Guided troubleshooting and prevention education

 

Regular maintenance helps prevent costly repairs and unexpected machine failure.

My goal isn’t just to service your machine, it’s to help you understand it.

Napa - Yountville - St. Helena - Sanoma - American Canyon
Napa Valley surrounding communities
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My services are a great fit if you:

• If you are a beginner or hobby sewist
• Want to understand how your machine works
• Feel unsure when problems come up
• Own a home sewing machine under $500
• Prefer clear explanations and transparent pricing
• Want to prevent issues before they become expensive

 

You don’t have to feel intimidated by your machine.

Who May Need a Full-Service Repair Shop

For complex mechanical repairs, electronic board replacement, commercial machines, or warranty-covered work, a certified full-service repair center is often the best choice.

If your machine requires advanced repair beyond my current training, I will let you know up front and refer you to the appropriate provider. Transparency matters.

Napa - Yountville - St. Helena - Sanoma - American Canyon
Napa Valley surrounding communities

Choose Your Service Level

Select a consultation, basic maintenance, troubleshooting, or under-the-hood service based on your needs.

Bring Your Machine

I assess the issue (if there are any) and perform the selected service, communicating clearly to you throughout.

Leave With Confidence

You’ll understand what was done, why it mattered, and how to prevent future issues.

I promise: No surprises. No pressure. Just clear service.

I teach while I service — you gain understanding, not just a repair


• Transparent, tiered pricing
• Preventive focus to reduce future breakdowns
• Honest about my apprenticeship
• Designed specifically for home sewists

Imagine sitting down to sew without frustration, confident in how your machine works and how to care for it.

Ready to feel confident at your sewing machine again? 

Choose the service level that best fits your needs and book your appointment today.​

Appointments are limited each week to allow focused, hands-on service.

Napa - Yountville - St. Helena - Sanoma - American Canyon
Napa Valley surrounding communities
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