Sewing machine adaptation
Turning Any Sewing Machine into an Accessible Workstation
Attach our ergonomic, forearm-operated lever to existing machines—no tools, no training, just instant access for users with reduced mobility.
When a student or team member can’t operate a standard sewing machine, their options are limited — not by their talent, but by outdated tools.
Delaying adaptation can mean:
🚫 Excluding skilled individuals from full participation
⏳ Wasted time searching for expensive, custom equipment
💸 Losing funding or inclusion goals due to inaccessibility
😞 Disappointed learners who feel left out of their own education
You don’t need to redesign your workshop. You just need one small, smart adaptation.
#MovingStick
Benefits
For People with physical disability
Access to a learning path previously out of reach
Real job opportunities as garment makers or entrepreneurs
Tools for independence — even fixing your own clothes
For Schools and Learning centres
Welcome more students with diverse abilities
Champion inclusive design and accessible education
Strengthen your social commitment and reputation
For Industry and Manufacture
Comply with accessibility and inclusion laws
Enhance your CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) efforts
Hire talented, highly committed employees
For NGOs & Foundations
Expand training programs with an inclusive option
Support job placement and empowerment
Offer new skill-building pathways for grant recipients
For Local Governments
Offer impactful training scholarships
Reduce unemployment in disability communities
Ease pension dependency with real work opportunities
For Society at Large
- Greater equality, independence, and quality of life — for everyone
Who’s Behind MovingStick?
MovingStick began with a powerful idea: that access to work shouldn’t depend on mobility.
This project is based on an original adaptation by Carlos Espinosa, a wheelchair user with over 20 years of experience in manufacturing. His practical insight shaped the design you see today.
In collaboration with Néstor Aparicio and his team at Tangencial, we co-developed the final 3D-printed design.
Movingmood leads the strategy, implementation, and scaling — making sure this solution reaches the places it’s most needed.
This initiative was made possible with the support of the Social Challenges Innovation Platform, and funding from the European Union’s Horizon 2020 programme (Grant No. 734906).
From the start, our goal has been simple:
Create something easy, effective, and scalable — because accessibility should never be an afterthought.
Watch how MovingStick came to life
Who’s Using MovingStick
🎓 Education & Training Centers
Escola de la Dona- DIBA, Barcelona, Spain
Fundació Ared Subsidised courses, Barcelona, Spain
Di+Moda, Madrid, Spain
Wilson College of Textiles, NC State University, USA
University For The Creative Arts, UCA, Epsom, UK
The New School, Yew York, USA
🏢 Industry & Employment
Czestochowa Imago foundation. YAVA, Poland
Ready One Industries, Texas, USA
Britain’s Bravest Manufacturing Company, UK
Theme park and entertainment industry, Florida, USA
How It Works
1️⃣ Order the MovingStick
Use our online form or email to request your unit. We’ll confirm shipping and details.
2️⃣ Attach in Minutes
No tools or tech required — the lever fits securely onto most standard industrial sewing machines.
3️⃣ Empower Your Students or Team
Begin using the adapted machine right away, giving people with reduced mobility full control and opportunity.
What’s Included
✔️ MovingStick Accessibility Lever – 3D printed in PLA (Polylactic Acid), a durable and sustainable material
✔️ Dual-position Design – Attach to the motor under the table or the foot of the machine
✔️ Forearm-Friendly – Ergonomic, lightweight, and designed for easy handling
✔️ Tool-Free Setup – No modifications needed; remove or reattach in minutes
✔️ Compatible with Most Industrial Sewing Machines
💰 Price: €250 (shipping calculated at checkout)
👉 Secure checkout via Stripe
Are You a Training Centre, Industry, or Lab?
We help you make jobs more accessible — without major investment or complex changes.
📬 Have questions?
Use the form below or email us at [email protected] to get support, ask about bulk orders, or get a quote.
MovingStick works with most industrial sewing machines. If you’re unsure, feel free to contact us before ordering.
Yes. It’s fully removable, so you can switch between standard and adapted use at any time
Nope! It attaches easily by hand — no tools or modifications required.
Yes, just reach out via email or our contact form for group orders.
Ready to Make Inclusion Real?
You don’t need a new machine.
You need a smarter way to include everyone.
Let’s make access possible — one workstation at a time.
Contact us for questions
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