Sewing Doc Academy - learn machine service & repair

Sewing Doc Academy - learn machine service & repair We teach the art and skill of sewing machine service, repair, and restoration. However, I service 90% of all machine brands and models, both vintage and modern.

Andi Settlemoir Barney is a certified sewing machine technician, specializing in vintage and antique machines. We are NOT a dealer of modern machines, so you will never feel pressure from us to buy a new machine. We are the only local service shop that offers free appointments for routine service, so you are only without your machine for 7 days in most cases. You may also drop off your machine at

your convenience, and we do offer Rush service if you need your machine sooner. Each full service includes a 49 point check, cleaning, and lubrication. It is our goal to return your machine as close to new as possible. Additional charge for a full chemical cleaning may be necessary on neglected or old machines. We offer a 90-day labor warranty on all service. If you are interested in maintaining your machine yourself, or learning the art and skill of sewing machine repair, we are in the process of building the Sewing Doc Academy. All classes, workshops, and certifications will be online, both in streaming and live sessions.

This week, we welcomed 15 new Apprentice Technicians who are working toward their certification!  This brings our curren...
08/21/2026

This week, we welcomed 15 new Apprentice Technicians who are working toward their certification! This brings our current total to 441 apprentices in our program!

You can find more information about our Certification & Credentials Program here:
https://www.sewingdocacademy.com/certification-program

8 years ago, I finally had the nerve to test an idea I'd been sitting on for a long time.  My service shop in the quilt ...
08/13/2026

8 years ago, I finally had the nerve to test an idea I'd been sitting on for a long time. My service shop in the quilt shop was growing way too fast, and even with Paul and Todd's help, we couldn't keep up with the volume of machines coming in. There wasn't anyone to hire because there were no paths into the world of professional machine service.

So I started testing in-person classes at the quilt shop to gauge interest. I started with a Vintage program, then added modern service (and it was even called Remove Your Covers back then). All the classes sold out within an hour of offering them.

This sparked the next brave step: ignoring everyone in the industry who told me that building a virtual academy for your average person to learn professional service and restoration skills was stupid and would never work.

The pandemic got in the way and delayed my progress, but I officially launched the Academy in August 2021, just 5 years ago.

I'm happy to report that there are currently over 4,800 students enrolled in our programs, with students in at least 15 countries outside the US and Canada, and over 400 students working their way through our Certification program.

I am so proud of everyone who has helped make our community so incredible and supportive, and of everyone who has believed in us from the beginning.

Don't let anyone tell you your vision isn't possible. It might not be, but find out for yourself.

This week, we welcomed 8 new Apprentice Technicians who are working toward their certification!  This brings our current...
08/10/2026

This week, we welcomed 8 new Apprentice Technicians who are working toward their certification! This brings our current total to 426 apprentices in our program!

You can find more information about our Certification & Credentials Program here:
https://www.sewingdocacademy.com/certification-program

This week, we welcomed 18 new Apprentice Technicians who are working toward their certification!  This brings our curren...
08/03/2026

This week, we welcomed 18 new Apprentice Technicians who are working toward their certification! This brings our current total to 418 apprentices in our program!

You can find more information about our Certification & Credentials Program here:
https://www.sewingdocacademy.com/certification-program

Our Certification Program just passed 400 Apprentice Technicians! This week, we welcomed 18 new Apprentice Technicians w...
07/23/2026

Our Certification Program just passed 400 Apprentice Technicians! This week, we welcomed 18 new Apprentice Technicians who are working toward their certification!

You can find more information about our Certification & Credentials Program here:
https://www.sewingdocacademy.com/certification-program

Welcome to 22 new Apprentice Technicians this week!This brings our current total to 373 Apprentice Technicians who are b...
06/26/2026

Welcome to 22 new Apprentice Technicians this week!

This brings our current total to 373 Apprentice Technicians who are building their skills in our program and offering their services to their communities. We couldn't be prouder!

For more information about our Certification & Credentials Program:
https://www.sewingdocacademy.com/certification-program

Just wrapped up the first sessions of Necchi technical training, the first 17 in ABM International history!  I am so pro...
06/20/2026

Just wrapped up the first sessions of Necchi technical training, the first 17 in ABM International history! I am so proud to be aligned with a company whose values and commitment to sewists match that of Sewing Doc Academy, and I’m truly honored to have built this program and conduct the training. I’m looking forward to a long and strong future with this company.

I’m beat, but day 1 of New Dealer Training for the Necchi company is in the books! 10 new dealers learned to service, tr...
06/15/2026

I’m beat, but day 1 of New Dealer Training for the Necchi company is in the books! 10 new dealers learned to service, troubleshoot, and adjust the C35 machines. Two more days to go with this group, then we flip and start another session with 8 new dealers on Thursday. Such an honor to be asked to build this tech program and conduct it here with the Necchi company!

Welcome to 25 new Apprentice Technicians this week!This brings our current total to 350 Apprentice Technicians who are b...
06/10/2026

Welcome to 25 new Apprentice Technicians this week!

This brings our current total to 350 Apprentice Technicians who are building their skills in our program and offering their services to their communities. We couldn't be prouder!

For more information about our Certification & Credentials Program:
https://www.sewingdocacademy.com/certification-program

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Cu***ng, GA

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Thursday 10am - 3pm
Saturday 10am - 3pm

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