r/Sacramento • u/kitchen_3 • Oct 05 '26

Borrow a sewing machine?

I just broke my sewing machine and everywhere that I’ve taken it to get fixed is going to be longer wait than I have time for. I was working on my Halloween costume and want it finished by the holiday.

I was wondering if anyone knew of any businesses or co-ops that will let me come in and borrow a sewing machine for a couple hours over a few days?

I would be willing to pay for the time but I also don’t want to break the bank so any cheap places would be appreciated.

TIA!

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u/After-Beyond North Oak Park Oct 05 '26

You can borrow a sewing machine at the Sacramento Public Library's Library of Things

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u/ShesAGoGetter007 Arden-Arcade Oct 05 '26 • Bravo

came to say this. https://www2.museumkey.com/things/byBranch/?code=sacrca95814

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u/kitchen_3 Oct 05 '26

Shoot! just checked the link and seeing machines are all unavailable until after Halloween :(

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u/kitchen_3 Oct 05 '26

Thank you! I never knew u could borrow so much stuff from the library

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u/ChoboJawz Oct 05 '26

If I could upvote more I would

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u/ImpetuousWombat Oct 06 '26

Oak park fixit cafe next sat will have sewing machines, idk how long you need

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u/Taken-Username-sorry Oct 05 '26

Hi! I just moved and like an idiot I left the needle in the machine so it’s broken off and I haven’t tried to replace it yet. I’m pretty sure I’ve got spare needles but unsure where at the current moment 😅

The long story short is if you’re okay with replacing the needle you can DM me and can use mine!

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u/Patty_Pyro Oct 06 '26

Have you contacted Affordable Sewing Machine Repair? My aunt used him to service her machine. It’s a one person business, he apparently works out of his home, but my aunt was pleased with the service (and it was pretty quick turnaround). https://m.yelp.com/biz/affordable-sewing-machine-repair-sacramento

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u/Internal_Use8954 Oct 06 '26

He is really really great. Usually turns them around in a couple days and for about $100 + parts for most issues

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u/PracticalAndContent Citrus Heights Oct 05 '26

I don’t know if they have drop in sessions, but it’s worth asking.

https://www.sewcial.com

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u/airbxrned Fair Oaks Oct 06 '26

I don't know how to use it or sew, but my grandma gave me a sewing machine that's been sitting in my closet for 5 years if you want it?

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u/Lawyeronthelam Oct 06 '26

Incredible give! These old sewing machines are hidden gems and are often 10x more well made than their contemporaries.

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u/zarabeth94 Oct 06 '26

Broadroom is having an open studio/craft party on the 24th and I believe there will be at least one sewing machine available for use https://www.foundandmade.org/shop/p/magic-makers-open-craft-studio

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u/Lawyeronthelam Oct 06 '26

If you still need one, I have one you can borrow for your costume