( 70 reviews )
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Posted: Aug 13 2009
I recently purchased this from Amazon.com as they had the best price on it. I bought it specifically for my 11 year old daughter, who wanted to start sewing doll clothes. I am all for her sewing, and am excited to teach her how (I teach sewing and have since 2002), but I wasn't excited about the thought of her monopolizing my Bernina 930. I decided on this Brother not only because the price was right, but I have had experience with just about every machine created (yes-hand cranks to the extreme high-end embroideries and everything in between) that a student can bring into class, and have found any Brother model I have dealt with to be reliable, easy to use, and simple. It is basic but has enough added features to experiment and be creative. Nice buttonhole, too! It is very light weight, but does not have a handle, so think about that upon purchase-if you are going to take it to classes, get a case for it (hard or soft will do). It is the perfect machine for the beginner, off-to-college person, or just for the basic stuff. I wouldn't tackle something like making slip covers out of heavy interior dec. fabric with it, but for PJ bottoms out of flannel...perfect.
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Posted: Jul 27 2009
This sewing machine is exactly what I was looking for. I'm no seamstress, but it's nice to have a working sewing machine around the house to mend or hem clothing and make a few more simple things, like curtains or pillowcases. This is no muss, no fuss. The directions are clearly written and there are not a lot of buttons to push or stitches to choose from. It has ten basic stitches, and that's probably more than you need if you are looking to purchase an entry-level basic sewing machine. I was up and running within ten minutes and within a half an hour had hemmed a pair of jeans that were too long for me. If you are looking for a good, easy-to-use and dependable machine for a novice sewer, I think this would be a great choice.
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( 1 of 1 found this review helpful ) Posted: Jun 22 2009
I bought this sewing machine,because I needed something to replace a very accent Singer Machine that I have. It worked well for 5mons and then I was sewing and the needle just fell down and broke. The machine isnt all metal that I found out. The piece that makes it sew is plastic and broke off. I went to go get it serviced and to have it fixed costs more than the machine is worth.Don't waste your money,buy something with all metal parts and dont waste your time on this junk. The warranty is pointless in this case.
