Sewing Machine Shopping

Brother SE400 Computerized Embroidery Sewing MachineSewing machine shopping is not nearly as easy as I would have thought.  In fact, today’s little excursion produced several tips I’d like to pass along to those of you also looking for your first, second, or third sewing machine.

These might seem like really basic shopping tips but I really didn’t understand how significantly they applied to sewing machines until I returned home this afternoon.  My day didn’t quite go as planned and I hope this piece of shopping advice will save you some of the same aggravation.

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Brother XL 2600i Sewing MachineThese top 5 beginner sewing machines all cost under $100 and have outstanding reviews. These are full size home sewing machines that can last for years, offer basic utility stitches plus some extras, have the highest consumer ratings, and are great for kids, too!

Click on the price options in the table for any machine to quickly check current pricing.
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Singer 7468 Sewing Machine Review

Singer 7468 Sewing MachineThe Singer 7468 is not widely available but some sewing outlets do still have this model on hand. The stitch patterns and features are exactly the same as the 7469. The only differences between the two are the color accent on the front of the machines and the machine dimensions.

Singer no longer shows this as a current model on their website but it’s still a sewing machine worth considering if only for the price discount as compared to the 7469.
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Singer Curvy 8770 Sewing MachineThe Singer Curvy 8770 sewing machine has a beautiful selection of utility and decorative stitches, automated features and functionality nicely packed into a sleek, stylish design.

This is a really neat machine for those who intend to sew a great deal, want to make clothing and home décor items, and who are looking for some decorative stitches for light, free-motion quilting and embroidery.
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Singer 1748 Sewing Machine Review

Singer 1748 Sewing MachineThe appeal of the Singer 1748 sewing machine lies in its red accents and in the included set of stretch stitches.

The use of red on the front face of the machine is attractive, eye-catching, and popular with consumers.

This sewing machine also has adjustable presser foot pressure which is helpful when working with different fabric thicknesses and can be hard to find on sewing machines under $200.
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Singer Confidence 7463 Sewing MachineThe Singer Confidence 7463 sewing machine is the entry level model of this popular line from Singer and is just as easy to use as the others in the line-up.

Simple, push-button controls are used for stitch selection and other sewing operations. It’s a pretty shade of pink, too. However, it is not without its problems.
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Singer Confidence 7469Q Sewing MachineThe Singer Confidence 7469Q Quilter is not only value priced but comes with bonus accessories that make quilting easy for beginners and takes your purchase dollars even further.

This machine was running around $399 around the end of 2009 (and that was a sale price!) but the price has dropped significantly making it a great deal for a feature-rich quilting sewing machine.
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Singer Confidence 7470 Sewing MachineFor sewing beginners interested in quilting and a solid starter machine  (or are simply addicted to decorative stitches), the Singer Confidence 7470 is worth a look. It’s also a hit with more experienced sewers replacing an older Singer machine.

Its foundation is a heavy-duty metal frame (although, don’t expect the Singer style of years gone by – there are still some plastic parts and accessories) and described by Singer as an “electronic sewing machine which will be appreciated by experienced and novice sewers alike”.
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Singer Curvy 8763 Sewing MachineBesides the unique purple trim and round styling, the Singer Curvy 8763 sewing machine is great for beginners because it covers all the basics – mending, clothes construction, quilting, light embroidery, and craft sewing.

The metal frame and 16.8 pound weight holds up to heavy fabrics and large projects without jumping around while you sew.
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Singer Confidence 7467 Sewing MachineThe Singer 7467 Confidence sewing machine is more advanced than most beginners may need at first but if you already know you’re going to get into more complex projects down the road, the features, automation and flexibility that come with this sewing machine are pretty intriguing and it’s still reasonably priced.

While most of the settings are automated, they are also adjustable as needed. Think of it as a sewing machine with training wheels.
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