Best Sewing Machines 2012

Best Sewing Machines 2012

1. Brother CS6000i Sew Advance Affordable 6. Brother SE400 Computerized Embroidery
2. Brother XL2600I Sew Advance Affordable 7. SINGER 4411 Heavy Duty Sewing Machine
3. SINGER 4423 Heavy Duty Sewing Machine 8. Brother LS2125I Easy-To-Use Lightweight
4. SINGER 7258 Stylist Sewing Machine 9. Michley LSS-202 Lil’ Sew & Sew Mini
5. Michley LSS-505 Lil’ Sew & Sew 10. Janome 8077 Computerized Machine


1. Brother CS6000i Sew Advance Sew Affordable 60-Stitch Computerized Free-Arm Sewing Machine

List Price: $449.00

Price: $156.25

You Save: $292.75 (65%)

  • Free-arm computerized sewing machine; with 60 stitch functions, 7 styles of 1-step buttonholes, and variety of snap-on presser feet
  • Computerized stitch selection on LCD screen; with auto threading, tension control dial, and auto-set drop-in bobbin
  • 110-volt machine operated with either foot pedal or 1-touch button for start, stop, and reverse stitching; dual LED light
  • Accessories include wide table accessory for quilting and more; hard cover case protects in storage
  • Machine measures 9-3/4 inches wide by 9-3/5 inches deep by 12-1/2 inches high; limited 25-year warranty

This light weight computerized sewing machine is heavy on the features that you are looking for. The CS-6000i has 60 built in stitches including, utility, decorative, heirloom, quilting and 7 styles of one step auto-sizing buttonholes. Whether you sew for crafting, garment construction, home decoration, or quilting; this machine has it all for you at an affordable price! The CS-6000i also includes a plastic fitted wide table to support your larger projects such as quilts.

2. Brother XL2600I Sew Advance Sew Affordable 25-Stitch Free-Arm Sewing Machine

List Price: $149.99

Price: $80.00

You Save: $69.99 (47%)

  • Free-arm sewing machine with 25 built-in stitches, each with multiple stitch functions; good for novices and everyday sewing projects
  • Features needle threader, thread cutter, drop-in bobbin loading, and auto bobbin winding; 1-step auto-size buttonholer
  • 110-volt machine operates with foot pedal; light bulb for workspace illumination
  • Accessory storage built into free arm; includes 5 accessory presser feet and bilingual user’s manual
  • Measures 12-1/4 inches long by 7-3/4 inches wide by 9-3/5 inches high; limited 25-year warranty

Learning to sew is challenging enough without struggling with an overly-complicated and clunky sewing machine. The XL-2600i sewing machine from Brother endears itself to novice and seasoned sewers alike with a host of user-friendly features, including a simple needle threader, built-in thread cutter, drop-in bobbin loading, and automatic bobbin winding.
The 110-volt sewing machine plugs into grounded outlets with a provided power cord and employs a foot pedal to control operation and stitching speed. To adjust thread tension, the machine offers a tension control dial. Stitches are illustrated on the side of the machine for quick identification, and stitch length, stitch width, presser foot pressure, and presser foot height are preset so the user can start sewing faster. Equipped with five accessory presser feet, the machine’s presser feet snap on for speedy replacement. A light bulb illuminates the work area. Stashed inside the free arm, sewing machine accessories include a screwdriver, three-piece needle pack, extra spool pin, twin needle, darning plate. A user’s manual with instructions offered in both English and Spanish also accompany the machine. This item is covered by a limited 25-year warranty.

3. SINGER 4423 Heavy Duty Model Sewing Machine

List Price: $269.99

Price: $129.99

You Save: $140.00 (52%)

  • Extra-high sewing speed provides professional speed for faster results
  • Heavy-duty metal frame and heavy-duty motor help master those big projects
  • Stainless steel bed plate ensures that fabric feeds smoothly
  • Automatic needle threader and easy top drop-in bobbin system make for quick and easy set-up
  • Twenty-three built-in stitches with one automatic one-step buttonhole provide endless project possibilities

The Heavy Duty 23 Stitch sewing machine is an extra-high speed sewing machine that runs on a powerful commercial grade motor. Unlike most sewing machines, this machine can sew through just about anything! The machine features 23 built in stitch patterns, an automatic needle threader, drop feed for free motion sewing, and has the ability to sew 1,1000 stitches per minute. Extra items in picture not included Fully automatic one step buttonhole Drop feed for free motion sewing adds a new dimension of ease to such serious sewing Accessory storage and adjustable presser for foot pressure included Quilting/stitch guide, spool caps, screwdriver, lint brush/seam puller, bobbins and needles also included   Assembly level/degree of difficulty: No Assembly Required.

4. SINGER 7258 Stylist Model Sewing Machine

List Price: $299.99

Price: $176.99

You Save: $123.00 (41%)

  • SINGER Stylist 100-stitch pattern sewing machine
  • Adjustable sewing speed
  • Push button stitch selection
  • Automatic needle threader
  • Weighs 14-3/4 pounds; measures 15 by 7-1/2 by 12 inches; limited 25-year warranty

The SINGER Stylist 7258 sewing machine boasts an array of features that make creating elegant garments and gifts for yourself and others fun and exciting. With 100 stitch patterns including six styles of fully automatic one-step buttonholes, automatic needle threader, adjustable stitch length and width, programmable needle up/down, easy push-button stitch selection, top drop-in bobbin, bright LED work light, and 10 presser feet (zigzag/all purpose, buttonhole, zipper, rolled hem, blind hem, darning and embroidery, overcast, straight stitch, gathering, satin stitch/straight stitch) and more in the on-board free arm storage compartment. It also comes with an instruction manual, seam puller/lint brush, spool caps/pin/felts, and screwdriver. The power cord is 69 inches long.

5. Michley LSS-505 Lil’ Sew & Sew Multi-Purpose Sewing Machine with Built-In Stitches

List Price: $69.99

Price: $46.58

You Save: $23.41 (33%)

  • Multi-purpose sewing machine with 8 built-in stitch patterns
  • Double thread; double speed; forward and reverse sewing
  • Can sew sleeves; automatic thread rewind; LED sewing light
  • Includes 2 thread spools, 2 bobbins, needle, threader, foot pedal, and AC adaptor
  • Measures approximately 10-4/5 by 4-4/5 by 10-1/5 inches

Offering an array of convenient features, this multi-purpose sewing machine comes in handy for craft projects or everyday uses around the home. The unit provides eight built-in stitch patterns, forward and reverse sewing, and the ability to sew sleeves, as well as two speed settings, double thread, and automatic thread rewind. Choose either the hand switch or the included foot pedal to start. Other highlights include a built-in long-lasting LED sewing light to illuminate the work area, a drawer and bag for storing extra thread, and a carrying handle that makes it easy to transport from room to room or to a friend’s house and back again. The unit makes a nice gift for any craft enthusiast, novice or on-the-go sewer, or designer with an eye for fashion. Accessories include two thread spools, two metal bobbins, one needle, a threader, a foot pedal, and an AC adaptor. The sewing machine uses DC 6-volt power and measures approximately 10-4/5 by 4-4/5 by 10-1/5 inches.

6. Brother SE400 Computerized Embroidery and Sewing Machine

List Price: $899.99

Price: $345.00

You Save: $554.00 (62%)

  • Computer connectivity with update capabilities
  • 70 built-in embroidery designs; 5 monogramming fonts and 120 frame pattern combinations
  • 67 built-in sewing stitches with 98 stitch functions
  • Easy-to-view back-lit; touch screen LCD display
  • 25-year limited warranty

The computerized SE-400 combination embroidery and sewing machine is designed to help you give your projects a customized, high-end look — all while being priced to fit your budget.Features like the automatic needle threading system and backlit touch screen LCD make working on the machine easy on your eyes, while the Quick-SetTM drop-in top bobbin, easy bobbin-winding system and built-in push-button thread cutter add a new level of convenience to your sewing and embroidery crafting. With an impressive assortment of included accessories, the SE-400 is truly an affordable, feature-rich choice for the budding fashion designer.

7. SINGER 4411 Heavy Duty Model Sewing Machine

List Price: $249.99

Price: $119.99

You Save: $130.00 (52%)

  • High-speed motor–sews 1,100 stitches per minute
  • Heavy-duty metal frame
  • Stainless steel bed plate
  • Weighs 14 pounds; measures 15-1/2 by 6-1/4 by 12 inches

The SINGER 4411 Heavy Duty sewing machine is a true workhorse. With a heavy-duty metal interior frame, stainless steel bedplate, extra-high sewing speed and powerful motor, the 4411 Heavy Duty can sew through just about anything you throw at it. Convenient features including a top drop-in bobbin, drop feed for free-motion sewing, automatic four-step buttonhole, and adjustable presser foot pressure add a new dimension of ease to heavy-duty sewing.

8. Brother LS2125I Easy-To-Use Lightweight Basic 10-Stitch Sewing Machine

List Price: $99.00

Price: $75.59

You Save: $23.41 (24%)

  • Lightweight, portable sewing machine for basic sewing; converts from flatbed to free-arm sew surface
  • Offers 10 built-in stitches with multiple stitch functions and automatic 4-step buttonholer; lever provided for reverse operation
  • 110-volt machine operates with foot pedal; user-friendly with quick bobbin wind, tension dial, and snap-on presser feet
  • Accessory storage built into free arm; light bulb illuminates stitching
  • Measures 15 inches long by 6 inches wide by 11-3/5 inches high; limited 25-year warranty

Brother developed the LS2125i sewing machine for everyday use by experienced sewers and novices alike. The 110-volt sewing machine uses an electrical foot pedal to control operation and stitching speed. Presser feet snap on for quick replacement. With its light bulb, the sewing machine insures visibility while stitching.

The sewing machine further endears itself with its quick bobbin wind, automatic four-step buttonholer, and tension adjustment dial. To hem pants or alter sleeve lengths, the sewing machine converts from a flatbed surface to a free-arm design. A host of accessories accompany the sewing machine, including the foot pedal, screwdriver, needle pack, bobbins, extra spool pin, twin needle, darning plate, and instruction manual. Most accessories fit in the built-in storage compartment, located inside the free arm. For transporting the machine, an integrated handle is installed on top of the machine. the item is covered by a limited 25-year warranty.

9. Michley LSS-202 Lil’ Sew & Sew Mini 2-Speed Sewing Machine

List Price: $24.99

Price: $19.99

You Save: $5.00 (20%)

  • Mini 2-speed sewing machine offers double thread and perfect stitch control
  • For anything from silk to denim; hand switch or foot pedal to start
  • Top drop-in bobbin ensures easy threading; automatic thread rewind
  • Includes 4 bobbins, a foot pedal, needle, and threader
  • Measures approximately 7-2/3 by 4-1/2 by 8-2/7 inches

Providing perfect stitch control, this mini sewing machine comes in handy for anything from silk to denim. The machine’s user-friendly design offers a top drop-in bobbin for easy threading, automatic thread rewind, a simple on/off control button, and an over-sized button for setting the speed from low to high. Choose either the hand switch or the included foot pedal to start. The unit makes a nice gift for any craft enthusiast, novice or on-the-go sewer, or college student with an eye for fashion. Accessories include four bobbins, one foot pedal, one needle, and a threader. The mini sewing machine uses DC 6-volt power and measures approximately 7-2/3 by 4-1/2 by 8-2/7 inches.

10. Janome 8077 Computerized Sewing Machine with 30 Built-In Stitches

List Price: $499.00

Price: $299.00

You Save: $200.00 (40%)

  • Automatic Needle Threader – No More Straining Your Eyes, Easily Adjust Stitch Length and Width with the Touch of a Button, Free Arm Capability
  • Bright Two-Digit LED Screen For Simple Stitch Selection, Superior Feeding System and Drop Feed Capable
  • Easily Select One of 30 Built-In Sewing Stitches with the Front Stitch Panel and LED Screen
  • Start-Stop Button Allows you to Sew Without a Foot Control, Auto-Declutch Bobbin Winder, Easy Reverse Stitch Button and Precise Thread Tension!

The Janome 8077 Computerized Sewing Machine combines lots of sewer friendly features in a wonderful machine. The 8077 has 30 well thought out stitches. Included in the stitches are 6 One-Step Buttonholes that sew a buttonhole exactly for your size button. The Janome 8077 has a bright LED screen for easy view of stitch width and length. The LED screen also displays the number of your stitch. Easily adjust the stitch width or length by just pressing the plus or minus button. How nice to be able to adjust the stitch width or length with precision with just a press of the button. Janome’s 7 Feed Teeth Box Feeding System assures Superior Feeding! From the lightest weight fabric to heavy fabric! The Automatic Needle Threader is simple, just pull down the needle threader, put your thread in the hook and in front of the needle, pull back and your needle is threaded! The bobbin cover is see through to let you see if you are running out of thread! In addition, if you sew off the edge of the fabric it is jam proof. Free motion quilting to old fashion darning is easy with the drop-feed system. Do pants legs and shirt sleeves with the Free Arm Feature! The precision tension dial lets you set your tension and your tension stays there. Precision tension makes sewing enjoyable. Handy Central Control Buttons: From bottom to top: Start/Stop for Sewing Without a Foot Control, Reverse, Pattern Stop, Needle Up/Down all conveniently located for your sewing pleasure. Just push the bobbinwinder to the right and the auto-declutch will automatically stop the needle from moving and wind your bobbin! The Start/Stop button allows you to sew without using the foot control. One Step Automatic Buttonhole foot, Zipper foot, Satin Stitch foot, Screwdriver, Bobbins, Needles, Seam Ripper, Additional Spool Pin, Spool Caps, and Felt are all included with the Janome 8077!

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