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Sewing Machine Service & Repair — Colour and Cloth
Expert machine care · Portadown, NI

Sewing Machine Service & Repair

All makes, models and ages of domestic and semi-industrial sewing machines and overlockers — serviced and repaired by an expert with 30+ years of hands-on experience.

24
Hour turnaround
Subject to parts availability from mainland UK suppliers
Your machine in expert hands
180+ five-star Google reviews
All makes & models
3-month warranty on all work
Mon–Sat 09:00–18:00
Domestic & semi-industrial
Ready to book your machine in?
Our online booking form selects your machine type, symptoms and drop-off time — with live pricing as you go.
Check machine status Book online →

Machines we service

From hand-cranked vintage Singers to computerised embroidery machines — all makes, models and ages welcome.

Domestic
Service from £50
Repair from £75 + parts
Everyday home sewing machines of all ages. Quick to service and reliable when well maintained.
Vintage
Service from £50
Repair from £75 + parts
Hand cranked to 50s retro — Singer, Jones, Alfa, Sherwood and all heritage machines restored to working order.
Overlocker & Coverstitch
Service from £85
Repair from £120 + parts
Best results come from a well-maintained overlocker. Full service ensures perfect tension and threading.
Computerised
Service from £85
Repair from £150 + parts
Circuit boards, sensors and electronic testing. Recalibration, software updates and full function test.
Embroidery
Service from £95
Repair from £150 + parts
Embroidery arm calibration, electronic testing and software updates for perfect pattern stitching every time.
Quilting
Service from £95
Repair from £150 + parts
Precision quilting depends on a precision machine. Full service ensures consistent stitch quality across all patterns.
Brands we service
Singer Janome Brother Pfaff Bernina Husqvarna Viking Elna Juki Toyota Butterfly Necchi Jones Alfa Silvercrest Frister Rossmann Kenmore New Home + all other makes

What's included in every service

Every machine receives the same thorough attention — regardless of age, make or model.

Pre-inspection & test stitch — every machine assessed before work begins, covers removed, full examination of all moving parts
Deep clean — old oil and grease removed before it becomes a hardened sticky paste that causes long-term damage
Tension, needle & bobbin alignment adjusted and calibrated for perfect, consistent stitching every time
Electric & electronic repairs — including foot pedal electrics, circuit boards, sensors and wiring checks
Software update to the latest manufacturer version where applicable
Thorough stitch test across multiple stitch types and settings before the machine is returned
Hygienically cleaned external covers, handles and all accessible surfaces before return to you
3-month warranty on all service and repair labour carried out by Colour and Cloth
3-month warranty on all service & repair work

Every machine we work on comes with a 3-month warranty on our labour. Parts are guaranteed separately by the manufacturer. Already dropped your machine off? Check its service status online →

Common questions

Everything you need to know before booking.

Service — routine maintenance to keep your machine in excellent working order. Cleaning, oiling, tension checks, needle inspection and a full health check. Done regularly to prevent future problems and extend your machine's life.

Repair — fixing a specific fault. Diagnosing and resolving issues such as broken parts, needle arm misalignment, bobbin problems, seized mechanisms, jammed threads or electronic component failure.

You can book a service, a repair, or both — the online form will guide you through.

Not all sewing machines are built the same — and neither are their service needs:

  • Vintage and domestic machines are mostly mechanical. They're quicker to strip down, clean, oil and reassemble.
  • Computerised and embroidery machines contain circuit boards, sensors and complex electronic components. They may require electronic testing, recalibration, software updating and considerably more time.

Think of it like cars — servicing a classic Mini isn't the same as servicing a modern hybrid. Both get the care they deserve, but one takes more time, tools and expertise.

Please bring the following when you drop your machine off:

  • The machine itself (in its carry case if you have one)
  • Original bobbin and accessories kit
  • Foot pedal and power cable
  • Machine manual (if you have it)

Our studio is at 1 Hillside Crescent, Portadown, BT63 5JB — there is parking alongside. Drop-off hours are Monday to Saturday, 09:00–18:00.

No — the service and repair prices cover our labour only. Any additional parts required (needles, belts, circuit boards, bobbin mechanisms etc.) are charged separately at cost. We will always let you know if parts are needed and their cost before proceeding.

Note: delays in delivery of specific parts from mainland UK suppliers can sometimes impact our turnaround time — we will keep you updated throughout.

You can check your machine's current service status online at any time — no need to call or visit. You'll need your booking reference number from your confirmation email.

Once you've been notified that your machine is ready, please collect it within 48 hours unless otherwise agreed. Payment is made upon collection.

If you need to arrange a different collection time, just give us a call or drop us an email as soon as possible.

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Cameron Fulton
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Christine is a dream. She’s a world of knowledge and skills with the best possible personality and passion for teaching the beautiful art of sewing. I have completed her beginners class and learned so much! Couldn’t recommend highly enough! Welcoming, warm and a joy to be part of her lessons. I made 4 stunning kimono’s. All taught from tracking my pattern, hemming, sizing! EVERYTHING! Thank you. I will be back to complete my intermediate course next. ❤️🪡🧵
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Barbara Bradby
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Delighted to have both my sewing machines expertly repaired and working. Brian explained everything very clearly and knows these machines inside and out. A real pleasure meeting this lovely couple doing amazing work both!
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Catherine Mackle
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I was having a bit of trouble with my sewing machine and realising that I've had it for a number of years and it hadn't been serviced I set about looking for someone that could remedy this. I was surprised and delighted to find Colour and Cloth a five minute drive from me. I was able to book a service online at a time that was convenient to me. Brian was very professional and explained about differences in bobbins etc. Best of all I had my machine back same day looking like new and running smoothly. Thank you Brian
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Jacqueline O'Rourke
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I brought two machines to Colour and Cloth for servicing. Brian and Christine are so knowledgeable and helpful. You can see their passion for their crafts and their business. Great service and I would not hesitate to recommend for servicing of machines and for sewing tuition.
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Lois S
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I recently attended a sewing day at Christine’s fantastic studio. It was a fantastic quality day of sewing, learning lots of new skills, tips and wonderful techniques. The day flew!, Christine was so patient with her guidance on my pattern and welcomed all and my many questions. Having her expertise and encouragement has really inspired me in my sewing learning and I would highly recommend attending her classes. I think I’ll drop Santa a hint!! 😃 thank you so much.
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Ann Gillespie
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I had my Janome sewing machine serviced by Brian. He did an amazing job, within 24 hrs, and my machine is now like new. Brian and Christine are such a lovely couple, friendly and welcoming, very knowledgeable and professional. I found them inspirational. Christine demonstrated stitches and types of needles and at the end a little gift which means so much to me. I would recommend them very highly. Ann
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Georgia McStravick
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I cannot thank Christine and Brian at Colour and Cloth enough! They recently repaired my Granny Teresa’s vintage Singer sewing machine, which holds so much sentimental value for our family. I felt in such capable, knowledgeable hands from first speaking with them. They explained every detail clearly and made sure to show me the machine working perfectly before I left. A huge bonus was their amazing website—being able to check live updates on the progress of the repair was brilliant and kept me informed every step of the way. Outstanding service, I couldn’t recommend Colour and Cloth more!
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Danni
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I've just completed a 6 week beginners course with Christine in Colour and Cloth. I had never used a sewing machine before booking the course and was nervous going into it but Christine put me at ease from the very beginning. The course was really enjoyable and the 6 weeks flew in, I learned so much during my time and made a lovely skirt for myself. I would definitely recommend Colour and Cloth to anyone interested in sewing. Christine's knowledge was invaluable and I will definitely be booking another course.
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Jackie O'Hara
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Excellent service … very fast turn around .. great reception.. Brian cares about sewing machines.
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Janet McNamee
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Left two sewing machines in with Brian for repair/servicing. His knowledge and attention to detail was very reassuring. Both machines are now working perfectly. I would thoroughly recommend.
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