8/31/2010

Brother LS590 25 Stitch 59 Function Sewing Machine Review

Brother LS590 25 Stitch 59 Function Sewing MachineBought this machine for my 6 year old daughter who is learning to sew.Great little machine with all the features of a full size sewing machine from the needle threader to the buttonholes.I use it more than she does.Much better value than the Janome 3128.We are very pleased.

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The Lightweight Free Arm Sewing Machine from Brother is lightweight and portable, take your machine on the go. It has a built-in free arm for sewing cuffs and sleeves, and built-in threading system makes threading easy. Comes with quick-change presser feet and full assortment of accessories. Includes brightly lit work area, 25 built-in stitches and 59 stitch functions. Also has one-step auto-size buttonhole, easy stitch selector dial, jam resistant drop-in top bobbin, and built-in storage compartment. The LS-590 Model has a 25 year limited parts warranty.Our Brother LS590 is BRAND NEW Factory Sealed, not a Factory Serviced Refurbished Used machine, which does not have the Original 25 year warranty on mechanical parts & 2 year warranty on electrical parts.This versatile sewing machine is perfect for garment construction, craft projects and basic mending. Loaded with features, the Brother LS590 sewing machine offers 59 stitch functions, 26 built-in stitches, an automatic buttonholer and free-arm sewing for shirt sleeves and pant legs. This unit also features an automatic needle threader, built-in thread cutter, drop in bobbin and an automatic bobbin winding system.This Lightweight Free Arm Sewing Machine from Brother is lightweight and portable, take your machine on the go. It has a built-in free arm for sewing cuffs and sleeves, and built-in threading system makes threading easy. Comes with quick-change presser feet and full assortment of accessories. Includes brightly lit work area, 26 built-in stitches and 59 stitch functions. Also has one-step auto-size buttonhole, easy stitch selector dial, jam resistant drop-in top bobbin, and built-in storage compartment. The LS590 Model has a 25 year limited parts warranty.

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8/30/2010

Janome 8077 Computerized Sewing Machine Review

Janome 8077 Computerized Sewing MachineI purchased this sewing machine as a gift for my grand-children.When it arrived, I checked it out to make sure it worked well and was a good machine for them.I read the manual to learn about its' features and made all the stitches on a scrap of material.The machine is quiet, runs smoothly and makes beautiful stitches, plus it is lightweight and easy to transport.

I was so thrilled that I kept raving, to my husband, about what a great little machine it is.In fact, I liked it so much, I decided to keep it for myself and I had to order another one for my grandchildren.

This machine is way better than many machines that cost much more.I already have a Bernina (expensive) and a Singer Featherweight but I fell in love with this sewing machine. I would recommend it to anyone and, in fact, I did. I told two my friends about it and they each bought one.



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Factory Refurbished Factory Sealed Box with Janome 20 Year Factory Warranty! The Janome Model 8077 is factory refurbished in the factory sealed box. It is an economical computerized sewing machine for a variety of functions. The featured LCD screen and computer memory program enables easy sewing for your project. 30 Built-in Stitches including 6 types of 1-step buttonholes 60 Stitch Functions to handle any task Sews up to 820 stitches per minute Touch Panel for stitch selection LCD message and display screen Computer Memory Program to combine sequences Perfect Automatic One-step Sensor Buttonholes Powerful DC motor for extra power Built-in Needle Threader Jam-proof Full Rotary All Metal Hook Top loading magnetic drop-in bobbin case system for easy insertion, removal and cleaning Runs whisper-quiet Blanket Stitches Automatic Stop Needle Up or Down Position Controls

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8/29/2010

Juki 2-Needle, 2/3/4/5-Thread Overlock Machine MO-655 Review

Juki 2-Needle, 2/3/4/5-Thread Overlock Machine MO-655Purchased this serger after checking out reviews on the Web. Juki seemed to have a good reputation for reliability. It came threaded with the threads cut off & wrapped around the presser foot knob. A lot of people tie on another thread and do not thread the machine.I was determined to learn how to thread it and removed the cut off threads & threaded it with new thread. It was not as hard as I thought it would be but you will need tweeser's andthe supplied thread hook. I tested the machine and it sewed perfectly. The machine was quieter than I expected and seems to be well built. I was impressed with the fit and finish of the parts as well as the cast aluminum frame. When operating there is very little vibration.Looks like a keeper, time will tell.

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The Juki Pearl Line Home Sergers offer this model to expand your sewing capabilities. Create the latest fashions or decorative home items and crafts with the MO-655 five-thread machine. The units offer differential feed and built-in rolled hemming and perform all the popular overlock and flatlock variations. The MO-655 performs a 2-thread chainstitch making it possible to sew a secure 5-thread safety stitch. The Pearl line sergers are ideal for use with today's latest fabrics as well as decorative threads. Add serging techniques to your world of sewing and open new doors to design opportunities!

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8/28/2010

Euro-Pro 1100 Dressmaker II Sewing Center Review

Euro-Pro 1100 Dressmaker II Sewing CenterIf you are looking for a quick little machine for quick little jobs, this is for you.If you just need to crank out some straight stitches to hem or secure something simple, this will work perfectly.I sewed up a duvet cover; worked fine.

PROS:Cheap, small, lightweight, easy to set up.Heck, it even comes out of the box already threaded and ready to go with a spool of white thread!

CONS:It's small, and simple. Not much room for a lot of material to the right of the pressure foot of course, and you must take the sewing slow and steady, never pull.Not versatile, no zig zags or other stuff.Just straight, straight stitch.

Overall:Recommended for the most basic of sewing -- the straight stitch on broadcloth.Don't expect it to be more than it is; you get good value for your thirty bucks, but it ISN'T "as good as" a full sized sewing machine, of course!Go ahead and get this; it will do your small chores as you spend time figuring out which really cool sewing machine you'll spend serious money on...

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Designed for perfect stitch control, this easy-to-use sewing center works great on everything from rugged denim to the most delicate silk. It features a thread-tension knob, a three-position stitch-length dial, and reverse sewing for optimal control, as well as two sewing speeds--normal and high. The unit arrives pre-threaded and ready to use, and its built-in sewing light illuminates the sewing area for detail stitches. A 100-piece accessory kit comes included, which contains 10 spools of thread, 32 threaded bobbins, 30 needles, a thimble, a threader, scissors, measuring tape, a seam ripper, 12 assorted buttons, 10 colorful headpins, and a convenient storage bag. The machine operates using the provided AC/DC adapter, or it can run off four AA batteries (not included). Simple and compact, the sewing center measures 4 by 7 by 7-1/2 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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8/27/2010

Cover Sewing Machine- Review

Cover Sewing Machine-The cover is really well made.However, it did not fit my Viking Emerald Sewing machine.I was disappointed, but I believe it is my own fault I should have measured may machine.

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9" Height x 15 1/2" Width x 5 1/2" Depth. See-through "frosty" vinyl. Protects machine from dust.

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8/26/2010

Brother Sewing Machine 9000 Review

Brother Sewing Machine 9000The XR9000 is very lightweight, I don't know if that makes it less robust or not- it seems pretty sturdy but I would not use it for leather. The sewing mechanism is wonderful- very quiet and soft, like cutting through butter. Foot pedal is responsive and the speed limit slider works great. There's also a button control but for whatever weird reason you can not use the start/stop button while the pedal is plugged in; I don't foresee that button getting a lot of use.
There's a reverse/reinforce button which unfortunately is a temporary switch only- not a toggle. It can be used in conjunction with the foot pedal or you just hold the button down and it will go in reverse at a slow speed.

Several extra presser feet are included, e.g. buttonhole, buttonstitch, zipper, blind hem. The one thing I am missing is a quilting guide. There's a slot for it in the foot but it has to be purchased separately. While the accessories are fine, the accessory storage is not. There's a front panel section that you have to pull out and then inside there's a plastic pouch with all the goodies. You have to keep the stuff in the pouch or they'll fall out of the machine. For $0.20 more Brother could have added a proper compartment with a hinge- instead they took a very cheap and impractical storage approach.

Lighting is provided by a bright but focussed white LED. I am somewhat spoiled by having a high wattage light bulb in the previous machine which lit up the entire working area. The XR9000 LED lights up the presser foot really well but that's about it. The "automatic needle threading" is not automatic, but still extremely useful (I keep missing the eye when trying to do it manually).

Even though I wound 3 bobbins I still can't tell whether the machine has an automatic stopping mechanism or just slows down a lot once the bobbin is full. Either way you can run the winding at full speed for a minute and it's quite noticeable once it's complete. The bobbins are full-size and top-loading. There's a somewhat tricky part about catching a hook when loading the bobbin which is not well explained in the manual. The first time I missed that which resulted in unbalanced stitches; reloading the bobbin more carefully took care of it. Another nice feature is that you don't have to pull up the lower thread before you can start to sew.

The stitch patterns are plentiful and half of them look quite nice. The other half has weird default settings where the default stitch length is too long, you can adjust that in the display but it still strikes me as odd. The monogramming feature works- it's fixed size, fixed font and does not look all that great. The XR9000 does not have any adjustable settings for presser foot height or pressure. However, the included default presser foot has some kind of spring adjustment built in which is supposed to help with thick fabric layers. I have not had a chance to try it out yet. The manual and instructional DVD are great and cover all the essentials.

EDIT- 2 months later: I have been having problems with thin fabric veering off to the side which made it impossible to do blind hems or other straight stitches with tight tolerances. For 2 months I thought this was me using it wrong until I brought it to a local store. As it turns out the machine shipped with some defects- the shank was slightly angled and the feed dog timing was off. Repair was $60 and came with a warning by the mechanic that the Brother machines are not particulaly reliable due to lack of solid metal construction. Machine loses 1 star for this and the fact that Brother does not have many authorized service centers.

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80 built-in garment construction utility, decorative, hand look quilting, and heirloom stitches, each with multiple stitch functions (120 total stitch functions).To see all Brother XR9000 80 built-in stitchesTo see all Brother XR9000 120 stitch functionsExplore your creativity with the Brother XR9000 Computerized Sewing Machine, which offers 80 built-in utility, decorative, blanket, hand look quilting and heirloom stitches, each with multiple stitch functions (120 total). Create free-form or traditional quilt patterns with the drop feed. Features 8 styles of one-step auto-size buttonholes. Lightweight with a built-in handle for easy portability.

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8/25/2010

Singer ESP-2 Electronic Steam Press Review

Singer ESP-2 Electronic Steam PressWorth every penny!DH and I both wear business professional to work each day.At $3.25 per pair of pants, my dry cleaning bill was at least $45 - $50 a week doing both pants and shirts.It was getting ridiculous!So I splurged for this Singer steam press and it has worked out perfectly.I only do the pants (shirts are $1.25 each and it's worth it to me to drop those at the cleaners bc they are a pain and I simply don't have the time).

I near-dry the pants and then let them hang overnight.Then I steam press them, half a leg at a time, from the hem to the highest point the presser can go, only doing from the center seam out to the crease.So each pant gets 4 presses.I don't bother with the tops of the pants or the pleats.They look fine coming straight from the dryer.But if they need it, I'll use a traditional iron for that.It took some practice, but I've got it down to less than 1 minute per pair without rushing.They come out perfect and I'm saving a ton of money.We wear 10 pairs of pants each week.So each week I'm saving over $32.00 on my cleaning bill.In about 2 months, I was already ahead.

My only beef was that the steamer would leave little wet spots on the pants (that dried and no problem).But I discovered that was operator-error.I was steaming for 2-3 seconds and you really only need 1 second.And don't try to use this for shirts.You'll spend more time fixing the little creases than if you just used a regular iron.But for my purposes, this thing is a dream!

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Give garments that "fresh from the cleaners" finish with this electronic steam press. Almost 14 times larger than a conventional iron, the unit's 24-by-9-inch pressing area reduces pressing time by as much as 50 percent, delivering a professional-looking press to large fabric surfaces such as table linens and draperies. Using just fingertip force to lower the handle, the appliance exerts 100 pounds of pressure for easily removing stubborn wrinkles or pressing several layers at a time. Choose between no steam or electronically pumped variable steam. With no steam, the unit can operate as a dry press when working with delicate fabrics; its electronically pumped variable steam delivers a true burst of steam from steam openings that cover the entire pressing area, ensuring the total area receives the benefits of steam.
"Power" and "temperature-ready" indicators take the guess work out of knowing the press temperature. Select from nylon, silk, wool, cotton, or linen settings--the press will remain at a consistent temperature to protect fabrics. If the handle gets left in the down position, an alarm will sound after 10 seconds as a reminder to lift the handle to ensure that fabrics are not exposed to the heating plate too long. For peace of mind, the unit's automatic shut-off turns off the power if its handle remains in the up or down position for too long. Ample space at the back of the pressing board comes in handy for holding large items as they are being pressed. The portable press comes with a lockable handle for storing in a vertical position, and it weighs only 22 pounds for simple transport. Accessories include a measuring cup, spray bottle, pressing cushion, washable pad cover, and an instruction book. The electronic steam press measures approximately 13 by 24 by 12 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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8/24/2010

Handy Stitch Sewing Machine (As Seen On TV) Review

Handy Stitch Sewing MachineThis is one of those items that really is too good to be true.I've read reviews of people saying that it doesn't work because the stitching just pulls out and because it doesn't have a second bobbin underneath, but that actually isn't true.If you pull the tailend thread through the fabric, you can tie it off and it'll hold the stitching.And the thread actually loops onto a hook underneath, where you would expect a second bobbin to be, and that's how it makes stitches.
The REAL issue with this is that the thread often slips off the the hook in the middle of sewing and you have a bunch of loose stitches.When it doesn't slip, it's great!Too bad it doesn't ever NOT slip.I managed to sew one seam of a dress I was making, the first seam, and after that it wouldn't sew without dropping stitches.Luckily I got this as a gift, and it has inspired me to start sewing, but now I need to get my hands on a actual machine that ACTUALLY sews.Don't waste your $10 + shipping on this!!Put it towards a real machine.

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Introducing the New Handy Stitch - Cordless, hand-held sewing machine thats so compact it fits in the palm of your hand. Great for beginners or experts; for use indoors or out.Handy Stitch is the portable hand-held sewing machine that packs the power of larger, more expensive machines. Its great for quick repairs or jobs that conventional desktop machines cant handle, like sewing curtains while on the rod, or mending a torn pocket without having to remove your pants.AC ADAPTER NOT INCLUDED This item will take 2-3 weeks to ship. Shipments cannot be expedited on this item. .

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8/23/2010

Handhel Sewing Machine Review

Handhel Sewing MachineI bought this item and it never worked. It made this pathetic little whirring noise like it was trying to , but just couldn't. It was flimsy, cheap, and a couple metal pieces were starting to rust. Keep in mind that I bought this new. The knob on the side fell off on first use to. Don't waste your money. I wouldn't buy this even at a dollar store!

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8/21/2010

Singer 1748 32-Stitch Sewing Machine with 4-Step Buttonhole Review

Singer 1748 32-Stitch Sewing Machine with 4-Step ButtonholeIf you don't sew too much it's a good little machine, but oh so frustrating to change the bobbin and every time you use the thread cutter the presser foot falls off. If I looked closer on this machine I would never have bought it, I would have made sure the bobbin loads from the top. If you want to put this machine in a sewing table, you have to crawl under the table to change bobbin. To thread a new bobbin you have to rethread...........summary. good for once in a while sewing and mending,priced good,but not user friendly.


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Equipped with 32 unique stitch patterns, this multifunctional sewing machine handles an array of sewing projects. The unit features a four-step built-in buttonhole system to create perfect buttonholes, a timesaving automatic needle threader, adjustable stitch settings, and a free arm for sewing pant legs, cuffs, and sleeves. Accessories include four snap-on pressure feet--a standard presser foot, zipper foot, buttonhole foot, and button-sewing foot, as well as a feed cover plate, a pack of needles and bobbins, two spool caps, a screwdriver, oil, a seam ripper and lint brush, and a dust cover. A built-in compartment for storing all the accessories and an instruction manual (in English, French, and Spanish) are also included. The sewing machine measures 15 by 8 by 12 inches and carries a 90-day parts warranty, a two-year electrical and motor warranty, and a 25-year machine-head warranty.

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8/20/2010

Thread/ bobbins Kit for all Sewing Machines Review

Thread/ bobbins Kit for all Sewing MachinesI was very dissappointed with this purchase. The colors shown in the photo were not all included and everything was cheaply made.

There were only 5 colors, and very little thread on each bobbin.It was difficult to find the end of the thread to start unwinding, and even the cardboard bobbin was very thin, and collapsed easily.The case for the needles broke apart when I attempted to swivel the top to dispense needles, and the scizzors is a very cheap metal.Don't waste your time with this item.I'll be shopping for another sewing kit, and replacing this one.

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8/19/2010

Sewing With Nancy SWN10 EZ Lock Serger Machine Review

Sewing With Nancy SWN10 EZ Lock Serger MachineThis is my first serger. I'm thrilled with the instructional video it came with, the easy to use manual, and the quality of this machine. Nancy recommends practicing threading daily until you're comfortable.It didn't take long! Adjusting tensions is also clearly explained. It has a number of features I couldn't get without spending much more money and comes with lots of accessories. I easily found the needles online too. I can hardly wait to try out all the stitches this machine is capable of.I'm an experienced seamstress but a novice about serging. I feel confident I'll be able to use the EZ Lock without difficulty. I'm very happy with the speed and simplicity sewing is now. I'll always have my sewing machine - but boy am I glad I finally bought a serger!

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A multifunctional must-have for any sewer, this easy-to-use machine sews a seam, finishes the edge, and trims away any excess fabric--all in one step. The serger offers 4/3/2 color-coded EZ threading, differential feed, a free arm for hems and sleeves, and adjustable stitch length and width. For added convenience, it provides stitch functions to do a rolled-edge hem, flatlock seaming, and gathering and decorative chaining. A filled accessory case comes included containing needles, a snap-on blind-hem foot, a snap-on elastic foot, a rolled-hem needle plate, and more. The versatile machine comes in handy for a variety of sewing projects, and features a lightweight design for portability and feet to help keep it stable during operation. The user guide and instructional DVD help get sewing enthusiasts started. The serger measures 13 by 9-3/5 by 11-4/5 inches.

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8/18/2010

Singer 611 Universal Carrying Case Review

Singer 611 Universal Carrying CaseI got this carry case per Amazon's recommendation to go with the Singer 6038 machine.While it's functional, it's very basic and doesn't allow the machine to be integrated into it like the case I have for my old White - you have to remove the machine from this case to use it.Also, the pedal for the machine I bought has to be shoved between the arm and the needle in order to get the case closed, which worries me.The fit is poor - it's a slightly protective dust cover and carrying case and not much else.
Now that I think about it, it's not even that comfortable to carry (and down it goes from 3 to 2 stars) - it was a poor engineer who decided to make the underside of the handle (you know, where all the weight presses on your fingers) a bunch of thin ribs of plastic.So instead of hanging on to a nice solid surface, you're gripping this things that's trying to bluntly slice your fingers into 1/8 inch strips.Sure, it's strong, but it's exceedingly uncomfortable to carry any distance.I'll have to wrap mine with some padded vinyl or somesuch.
In short, it does the job, but not especially well.

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This universal sewing machine case from Singer is suitable for most free-arm and over-lock machines.This rugged carrying case keeps a sewing machine dust-free and protected from accidental damage when it's not in use. The case is made of lightweight but impact-resistant plastic. Metal snaps securely lock the bottom to the top so you can lift the case with its comfortable, built-in handle without worrying about the case falling open. Sewing Machine Not Included. Assembly level/degree of difficulty: No Assembly Required. Made in America

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8/17/2010

Brother SA120 Gathering Foot Review

Brother SA120 Gathering FootThe gathering foot is a fantastic purchase!!I was skeptical before buying it, but it is completely worth it!It's super easy to attach and after testing it twice on a piece of scrap fabric, I was completely confident using it on the dress I was about to start.You will never have to hand-gather again and will save tons and tons of time.This foot gives you perfectly even gathers.Best of all, it allows you to gather one piece of fabric while sewing it to another piece that remains ungathered (like when sewing a gathered skirt onto a smooth bodice).I highly recommend this presser foot!!A helpful PDF download guide for machine gathering and ruffling can be found here: [...]



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Gathering foot allows sewer to gently ease or slightly gather fabric for various garment or home decorationg applications

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8/16/2010

Singer CG500 Commercial Grade Sewing Machine - Factory Serviced Review

Singer CG500 Commercial Grade Sewing Machine - Factory ServicedThis machine performs as advertized as far as power goes. It will breeze through thicker layers of fabric.
The thing I do not like about it, is that critical parts are not metal, but plastic. The lever that raises the presser foot broke the first time I tested it out. When the needle clamp broke recently, I discovered that it is not metal either. C'mon...it is a commercial machine. What good is a powerful motor if the parts are plastic inside?


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This machine is a work horse machine, the Singer CG-500 Commercial Grade Sewing Machine has such features as stainless steel plate, up to 1,100 stitches per minute, and suction cup machine base to keep the machine stable when approaching high speeds, making your need for speed easier then ever to achieve. Features 5 built-in stitch patterns 4-step buttonhole Motor is 60% stronger than standard machine Faster speed - up to 1,100 stitches per minute Flat bed Stainless steel bed plate Button Hole Type(s): 4-Step Bobbin Class: 66 Carry Handle Light Snap-on Presser Feet Horizontal Thread Delivery Bobbin Winder Pattern Selector Lever Needle Position Selector Stitch Width Lever Snap In Thread Guide Bobbin Winder Tension Disc Thread Guide Take Up Lever Face Plate Needle Tension Dial Snap on Presser Foot Stitch Length Dial Push Button Reverse Stitch Balance Control Thread Cutter Slide Plate Machine dimensions: width 14" x depth 6" x height 11" Included Accessories Feed Cover Plate Zipper Foot Special Purpose Foot Buttonhole Foot Blindstitch Hem Foot Needles Bobbins Large/Small Spool Cap Foot Control Power Cord Instruction Manual Additional Images NOT AUTHORIZED FOR INTERNET SALES Call Toll Free 877-530-6592 For More Information. Singer Company Warranty Limited 25 year Warranty - Sewing Machine Head Limited 2 Year Warranty - Motors, Light Assembly, Wiring, Switches, Speed Control, and Electronic Components Limited 90 Day Warranty - Adjustments, Belts, RIngs, Bulbs, Attachments

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8/14/2010

Brother 2340cv Coverhem Sewing Machine Review

Brother 2340cv Coverhem Sewing MachineJust bought this coverhem machine from Kens Sewing. Five minutes after unpack I had a lovely, perfect 8" coverhem sample.That was yesterday.Today I have a lovely, new t-shirt with painless, perfect hems and bound neckline compliments of this machine.

The machine isn't high-end (results are tho) but I'm thinking that it's going to help me puzzle out why my 4yo, $1500 Bernina overlock/chain/coverstitch can't make--never has--anywhere near an acceptable coverstitch let alone a chainstitch.

High-end, schmi-end.This.Bro.works.good

Oh, and, Ken has the best price (far as I can tell) in the US.Also, having fumbled the initial order I created an immediate customer service test.Ken and crew passed w/flying colors.I am one happy camper.

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The cover stitch is what gives garments their professional looking finish. This stitch (also called a "cover hem") was previously available only on sergers, and then, often only on the highest-end sergers.The Brother 2340CV is a more economical model, offering a wide 6mm, triple-needle cover stitch and a chain stitch. Because they only do these two types of stitches, they're extremely fast'up to 1,000 stitches per minute'and much easier to set up and use. They look more like regular sewing machines, and offer familiar features that make them easier to use than sergers, like a full size sewinbed, free arm sewing, vertical needle drop and a one-hand thread cutter.This machine will allow you to hem T-Shirts, attach lace, attach taping and binding, sew decorative stitching, attach elastic, attach lace, do belt loop stitching, circular hemming, attach elastic lace & hem stitchingThe cover stitch is especially suited to stretchy fabrics like knits, as well as the popular new blends of traditional woven fabrics with a small percentage of stretch fiber added for extra flexibility. The cover stitch is a serger-type stitch made without the knives (no fabric is cut), so it can be used not only to finish hems, necklines, collars and cuffs, but also for decorative effects in the middle of the fabric. Cover stitches can be made with two or three needles. Chain stitch One-needle, two-thread double chain stitch. For tape binding, joining woven fabrics and decorative effects. Expand your creativity with Brother's advanced technology.-Easy to follow lay-in threading.-Color-coded threading guide.-Fast and easy looper threading system.-Dial adjustment for stitch length.-Stitch length 2mm to 4mm.-Presser foot pressure adjustment.-Slide lever adjustment for differential feed.-Differential feed for perfect seaming on virtually any fabric type.-Eliminates the wavy or stretched appearance of stitches on fabrics.-Snap-on presser foot

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8/12/2010

Singer 14SH6540 Differential-Feed Serger Sewing Machine Review

Singer 14SH6540 Differential-Feed Serger Sewing MachineTwo stars because it does serge all right.
BUT...it's a bizarre model that I can't find needles for.I've been to my local Singer dealer, manual in hand, to try to get him to order needles for it.Been on the phone to Singer's 1-800 number a half dozen times getting part numbers and numbers of service centers from New York to Michigan.One service center said "we don't sell that machine.why would we stock parts for it."
In fairness, after enough calls the 1-800 number said they'd send me a "sample pack" of two needles... which hardly gives me a lot of confidence as to what I'll do some months down the line.
And the New York place said they'd look into it and phone me back in a few days.
But folks, my time is too valuable to spend chasing around like this.
So... I'd recommend sticking with another brand, unless making frustrating phone calls is one of your particular hobbies....

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1) 3/4 thread machine [this means the stitches are made with 3 or 4 cones of thread] 2) Needles are Singer type #2022 [these are essentially sewing machine needles but a little heaver duty]

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8/03/2010

Distinctive Free-Motion Darning Quilting Sewing Machine Presser Foot - Fits All Low Shank Singer, Brother, Babylock, Viking (Husky Series), Euro-Pro, Janome, Kenmore, White, Juki, Bernina (Bernette Series), New Home, Simplicity, Elna and More! Review

Distinctive Free-Motion Darning Quilting Sewing Machine Presser Foot - Fits All Low Shank Singer, Brother, Babylock, Viking, Euro-Pro, Janome, Kenmore, White, Juki, Bernina, New Home, Simplicity, Elna and MoreI had never done free-motion quilting before I bought this. It was super easy to attach to my Brother sewing machine. It took me a little bit of practice to get the hang of it (I did stipple quilting on a baby quilt) but it wasn't that hard. It did make a squeaking noise while I sewed. I'm not sure if it was my machine or the foot. I recommend getting some quilting gloves that help you grip the fabric as you move it. My hands and wrists got sore from gripping the fabric for so long.

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The Distinctive Darning/Free Motion Sewing Machine Presser Foot is a spring action foot used for free motion embroidery, darning or quilting. This foot is transparent giving the user an excellent view of work. The Distinctive Darning/Free Motion Sewing Machine Presser Foot is made to fit any Low Shank Sewing Machine. Distinctive Premium Sewing Feet are high quality sewing feet that provide the user with ease of use for tasks they could be extremely tedious if done by hand. Start sewing with the best, Distinctive Sewing Feet. The Distinctive Sewing Foot blister packaging doubles as a set of instructions. Just pull out the cardboard back, open it up and start reading. You will be sewing in no time! Fits All Low Shank Singer, Brother, Babylock, Husqvarna Viking (Husky Series), Euro-Pro, Janome, Kenmore, White, Juki, Bernina (Bernette Series), New Home, Simplicity, Necchi and Elna Sewing Machines.

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8/01/2010

Compact Foldaway Sewing Kit Review

Compact Foldaway Sewing KitCheaply made. Extremely small overall size. Has 24 pegs for spools of thread, but since they are way too close together, they won't hold regular sizes of spools. Came with 24 TINY spools of thread that won't last very long. Came with quite a few notions, but the straight pins weren't in a box. I could hear them rattling when I got the package. When I opened the box, pins were everywhere, and fell out all over the floor. The only really useful notion is a needle threader that comes with a magnifying glass. Came with bobbins for some reason, already loaded with thread. Of course the bobbins don't work with my machine and since you need to fill a bobbin with the thread you're using, these bobbins are useless. If this kit had cost $5.95, it would have been too expensive, but a little more reasonable for the quality of the product.

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Compact Foldaway Sewing Kit

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