Sewing Machine Repair & Restoration in Richmond, TX

Rin’s Restorations is a trusted, one-woman sewing machine repair and restoration service based in Richmond, Texas, proudly serving Fort Bend County, Katy, Sugar Land, Rosenberg, and the Greater Houston area. With over 20 years of hands-on experience, owner Corinne Schneider personally services every machine, carefully inspecting, cleaning, adjusting, and testing each one to ensure safe, reliable performance for years to come.

Specializing in vintage and heirloom sewing machines, I take great pride in my work and provide careful, detail-oriented service for every machine. Each machine is serviced one at a time and never rushed, with respect for its age, condition, and history.

Whether you own a vintage Singer 66, a classic Pfaff 130, a dependable Kenmore, or a modern computerized machine, your sewing machine is in experienced, knowledgeable, and careful hands.

The Houston Area’s Specialist in Vintage & Heirloom Sewing Machines. 20+ Years of Expert Service for Richmond, Katy, and Sugar Land..

About Rin's Restorations

Rin’s Restorations is a woman-owned workshop in Richmond, Texas, dedicated to the preservation of vintage machinery. With over 20 years of experience as a sewing machine technician, I specialize in bringing heirlooms back to life—from the iconic Singer 66 "Red Eye" and 15-91 to modern mechanical models. Whether your machine needs a precision tune-up or a complete museum-quality restoration, I provide the specialized care that big-box shops can’t match.

Corinne Schneider restoring a vintage sewing machine in Richmond, TX.
Corinne Schneider restoring a vintage sewing machine in Richmond, TX.

Our Promise

My mission is to provide the Greater Houston area with the highest standard of sewing machine service. I don’t just "clean" vintage machines; I restore them using professional-grade techniques like electrolysis rust removal and automotive-grade piano finishes. Every machine that leaves my workshop is treated as if it were my own—timed to perfection, thoroughly tested, and ready for another lifetime of sewing.

Our Services

Expert sewing machine repair and vintage restoration in Richmond.

🔧 Sewing Machine Repair

From modern computerized models to a classic Singer 221 Featherweight, I provide expert mechanical and electrical repair. Whether it’s a Bernina, Janome, or Brother, I ensure your machine is precisely timed and tensioned for perfect stitching. Proudly serving the Katy and Richmond areas with over 20 years of experience.

At this time, I do not service industrial or commercial machines.

Vintage sewing machine being repainted with a fresh coat of glossy paint.
Vintage sewing machine being repainted with a fresh coat of glossy paint.
A fully restored antique sewing machine displayed on a wooden table.
A fully restored antique sewing machine displayed on a wooden table.

🪡 Vintage Sewing Machine Restoration

This is where my passion meets my 20 years of expertise. I specialize in the complete mechanical revival and aesthetic preservation of Singer, Pfaff, Kenmore, and White machines. From custom machining broken cast iron parts to restoring Tiffany decals, I bring family heirlooms back to life for clients across Greater Houston.

Preventative care is the key to a machine that lasts another century. My comprehensive tune-up includes deep cleaning, lubrication, and a full safety inspection. Perfect for treadle, hand-crank, or electric vintage machines in the Sugar Land and Richmond area.

🛠️ Sewing Machine Tune-Up & Maintenance

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