Compact, lightweight, loaded with options, including 32 stitch functions
6-second threading system
Electronic speed control; two-needle position selector
Five-step buttonhole for easy buttonhole sewing; push-button reverse
Editorial Review:
Singer Household Sewing Machines:
Compact, lightweight (under 15 pounds), capable of 32 stitch functions, and loaded with other options, this Singer machine is simple to operate and makes it possible for even novices to enjoy creative sewing. Some of the convenience features include a 6-second, easy threading system with automatic needle-thread tension; an electronically controlled foot pedal for smoothly maintaining or changing speeds; push-button reverse sewing for neat seam-ends; a two-needle position selector for attaching zippers and top stitching; and a built-in five-step buttonholer for easy buttonhole sewing. The machine is quiet and ruggedly built, includes a sewing light, and has a slide-off extension table for free-arm sewing. Real excitement comes from the 32 stitch functions provided, including, for example, six stretch zigzags, scallop, and crown. A complete accessory package (various presser feet, friction-free spool holders, transparent bobbins, and needles for sewing different fabrics) is included. Invaluable is Singer's illustrated, step-by-step instruction booklet covering everything from the basics to zipper sewing to pattern stitching to free-arm sewing to highly detailed buttonhole sewing--and much, much more. --Fred Brack
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 4.0 / 5.0
Junk:
This was supposed to be a gift, but it broke after 3 uses, sent in and after 35 days we got it back and it broke again. It took 45 days but they sent a new one and it broke after about 4-5 uses. The cheap nylon gearing is the problem so after a few uses on normal cotten material, the gears strip and the arm locks in position. Avoid at all costs.
Stay Away:
I purchased this for my wife to begin her sewing escapade. She used it for a few times and it ended up breaking...unfortunately, when it broke, it was after the warranty was already expired. The repair shop wanted over $100.00 to fix it, so not even worth it. I'd buy something a bit higher up...
Don't Waste Your Money:
I've had this less than a year and it has been nothing but trouble. It jams up constantly, breaks thread and needles. Then to discover that the root cause of the problems is a PLASTIC gear in the mechanism. Very poor design.
I got better performance from my mother's 40 year old machine.
wears out fast:
We owned one of these for a year. My wife used it for a couple of hours at most - it stopped working. Customer service didn't offer any help.
