This machine never worked properly. Bobbin thread bunched up from the beginning. Also, needle threader never worked. Returned machine.
Response from singer.comBy Grace, Customer Care, December 1, 2020
We are sorry to hear that you weren't absolutely thrilled with this machine. We are here to help with any issues or answer any questions you may have. Thank you for your feedback.
The machine runs very smooth and handles multiple layers without difficulties. I only wish the manual came with the machine. I was able to download the manual and delete all the pages in different languages to cut down on the waste of paper before printing. I do request that you include the BOBBIN SIZE IN THE MANUAL. You list all the needle sizes but fail to mention the bobbin size needed. I finally found it by going back to the website and looking up the machine "specifications" and finally found it way at the bottom!! That took me over several hours of searching just to find needed information that should have been easily found in the manual. I expect to get many years out of this machine.
I love this sewing machine! It is straight forward and simple to use, and best of all, it is very similar to the sewing machine I grew up using. It’s like coming home! I can’t wait to discover all of its capabilities as I continue to renew my love of sewing.
This is my first ever sewing machine and I haven't sewn since middle school (20 years ago). I found it super easy to use, handles thick fabric/many layers with ease and can stitch super quickly. I haven't encountered any problems in the 8 months I've had the machine. I just wish the foot pedal was more responsive.
Honestly, I have had little time to dedicate myself to sewing, but what little I have been able to sew with the Singer 4452 machine seemed easy to use, I will also have to get used to the position of the coil, it has enough points that I will use in future projects, the Accessories seem weak, delicate, (maybe because I was used to using stronger ones with my previous machine) I hope they are as good or better than my previous accessories. In summary I think I made a good choice.
So far I love the machine. But, the “ paperless “ manual is a crock of dodo. They should have spent the .99 cents, and included the manual to keep next to the machine. Who wants to run to another room, fire up the computer, pull up the site to remember which stitch is which. Hope they did not cheap out on anything else involved with the machine. Irked in California.
I find this machine easy to use, though I know my technique could use some work ;) I'm brand new to sewing but it's straightforward, super durable, just heavy enough, covers all the bases as far as the features my research indicated I would want, and by the way - she fast!