I love this machine. I am an experienced seamstress and ordered this machine to use for heavy duty projects like hemming denim jeans, sewing canvas duck, and so forth. Right out of the box, I was sewing within 10 minutes. The set up is extremely easy. The machine effortlessly went from sewing double layer heavy denim to sewing through six layers at a fold without any problem at all. The seams are smooth, stitches even and tension just right. It comes with a quick set-up chart for threading and bobbin winding. There is no illustrated users manual or DVD for the various features, but everything you could possibly need to know is on YouTube. The stitches are easy to change using the front dials. The LED light is bright. Easy needle threader built in. Easy buttonhole function. Heavy enough that it doesn't walk or vibrate when you are sewing. Great buy for the price. Great for beginners to advanced.
Purchased to make masks for my family and friends. I had to find tutorials from users on YouTube, they showed how to start and set up. Singer should have the same. Also small things like how to change needle. Love the machine itself, perfect for a beginner like me!
I love this machine. I am a complete beginner, and I was a little intimidated by the speed that this machine sews at. Once I got it, and looked up some videos for a crash course on how to use a sewing machine again (it has been about 18 years) it was very manageable. Given the current situation with the pandemic, and the demand for sewing machines, Singer has been great. The machine arrived slightly before I expected. Thank you to everyone at Singer who are still working, making it possible for others to make products to keep people safe.
I purchased this machine when my lady singer not the dust. I chose this machine because I am seeing face masks for our community and my family and friends. This is the greatest machine ever and has allowed me to fell like I am Contributing in a positive way. Way to go Singer. Great machine and easy to operate. Love it!!!! *****
I broke my previous machine sewing these face masks.( another brand) this sews through heavy duty con ton material plus medium weight fusible interfacing, gathered into pleats like a knife through warm butter.