7 built-in stitches, 3 needle positions, built-in storage a free-arm design, front bobbin-load, large screwdriver and a 4-step buttonholer
Needles, bobbins, large/small spool-caps and 3 feet: zipper, buttonhole/sewing and general purpose
13-3/4Hx9Wx17L"Standalone
Editorial Review:
With 30 stitch functions and a guide telling you all about them, this sewing machine is perfect for those just learning about the craft. It has 7 built-in stitches, 3 needle positions, built-in storage, a free-arm design, front bobbin-load, large screwdriver and a 4-step buttonholer. Accessories include needles, bobbins, large/small spool-caps and 3 feet: zipper, buttonhole/sewing and general purpose. Imported. 13-3/4Hx9Wx17L".
Customer Reviews:
Avg. Customer Rating: 3.0 / 5.0
Wimpy, wimpy, wimpy:
I'm not what you would call a "serious" sewing person. I just wanted a machine that was easy to use so I could make a sun dress for my daughter, or a pillow case...you know, simply stuff. It worked fine for about a week. One day while sewing a skirt ruffle on, it jammed and the damage was worse than the machine cost. Thankfully it was still under warrenty. Singer just isn't what it used to be. They wouldn't even cover the cost of repairs. Thank you Amazon for being awesome.
had it for 2 years now, still works fine!:
I'll admit it does get jammed sometimes but I've only had the thread break on me once (i just loosened the tension and it's been fine since!) The jamming only happens once in a while and i've gotten the hang of getting un-jammed without having to remove my project. This is my first and only sewing machine so it's gone through its share of abuses and it still works! I've even sewn patches on a big puffy SLEEPING BAG that was accidently thrown into the drier! i've made numerous tote bags and some skirts. For... more info
I would HAPPILY purchase this machine AGAIN.:
SHORT VERSION:
My first impression when I began sewing was that using this machine was so much easier and simpler and SMOOTHER than my old expensive Necchi. In general, I have hated sewing, but using this machine made sewing FUN. I am now looking forward to my next sewing project. Having not sewn anything other than repairs, for over 30 years, I found this little machine to be an excellent value. It can be TRICKY to thread and to load the bobbin but ONLY in as much as YOU MUST FOLLOW the clearly... more info
Great 1st time machine or for minor repairs.:
I got this machine for my daugher as her first machine. She is 8 1/2 and the 'kid' machines are horrible. I thought this would be a good compromise. It is very sturdy and stitched great right out of the box.
