{"product_id":"machine-maintenance","title":"Machine Maintenance Badge","description":"\u003ch2 class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eAbout the Badge\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"cvGsUA direction-ltr align-start para-style-body\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"UTF-8\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eThe Machine Maintenance Badge is all about getting to know the machine that does so much of the heavy lifting in your quilting life. This badge invites members to clean, care for, and better understand their sewing machine so it runs more smoothly and causes fewer “why are you making that sound?” moments.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBadge Requirements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eLearn the basic maintenance needs for your specific sewing machine model.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eClean lint and loose threads from the bobbin area, feed dogs, and other accessible spaces according to your machine manual.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eReplace your sewing machine needle.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eCheck whether your machine requires oiling, and oil it only if your manual recommends it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eCreate a simple maintenance checklist or schedule for your machine.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"a_GcMg font-feature-liga-off font-feature-clig-off font-feature-calt-off text-decoration-none text-strikethrough-none\"\u003eMake a short note about what you cleaned, adjusted, replaced, or learned.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBadge Options\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the version that fits your badge-collecting style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEmbroidered Patch\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe embroidered Quiltbound badge is made with high-quality embroidery on a twill backing and measures 2\" x 2\".\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis patch is designed to be sewn on, so you can attach it to a quilted tote, project pouch, denim jacket, badge banner, or wherever you’re keeping track of your quilting adventures.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlease note: this is \u003cstrong\u003enot\u003c\/strong\u003e an iron-on patch.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVinyl Sticker\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe vinyl sticker version measures 2\" x 2\" and is a fun, easy way to celebrate your badge without picking up a needle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAdd it to a water bottle, laptop, sewing machine case, notebook, project bin, or anywhere you want a little Quiltbound trail marker.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003ePatch + Sticker Bundle\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCan’t pick between the patch and sticker? Honestly, same.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe bundle includes both the embroidered patch and the vinyl sticker, so you can sew one onto your favorite project bag and stick the other wherever it brings you joy. Tiny badge dopamine, basically.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eBadge Guidebook\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWant to see all of the Quiltbound badges and choose your next quilting side quest?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ca rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2433\/8828\/files\/The_Quiltbound_Badge_Guidebook_2026.pdf?v=1780114832\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eGet the complete Quiltbound Badge Guidebook here.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDigital Badge\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach physical badge product also comes with a free digital badge that you can use online to celebrate your finish. It’s perfect for sharing in the Quiltbound community, posting on social media, or saving as a little “look what I did” moment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eA Little Badge Note\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThese badges are meant to be earned, collected, and celebrated. Whether you’re learning a new technique, finishing a long-lost project, or trying something that feels just a tiny bit outside your comfort zone, your badge is a small but mighty reminder that you took the scenic route and did the thing.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Quiltbound","offers":[{"title":"Embroidered Patch","offer_id":48022584754316,"sku":null,"price":3.5,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Vinyl Sticker","offer_id":48022584787084,"sku":null,"price":2.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Patch + Sticker Bundle","offer_id":48022584819852,"sku":null,"price":5.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/2433\/8828\/files\/Photoroom_20250809_150618.png?v=1777397967","url":"https:\/\/quiltbound.com\/products\/machine-maintenance","provider":"Quiltbound","version":"1.0","type":"link"}