This was my first time using a sewing machine period. I found the 4452 to be extremely easy setup and easy to use as well. I have already completed two projects and look forward to trying many more.
This is my second singer heavy duty machine. Can't even remember what year I bought my first heavy duty machine from Singer. Living in the country I am constantly repairing jeans ,camo and other heavy duty clothing for my family. Singer machines have never let me down. Wish I could find a Singer to put in my grandmothers Singer treadle cabinet .
Home sewing & mending / used Singers for 40 years. This machine is ok for home sewing but not the workhorse the old ones were. It is lighter (17 lbs) for carrying. Comes with a dust cover but no case. Does not come with a manual***! That must be obtained via computer. Note to Singer: give us the option of requesting a manual at purchase. Not all of us are computer whizzes.
I purchased this sewing machine when my last Bernina electronic sewing machine, after 20 years of service, was unable to be fixed. Most of my sewing now comprises quilts for the local Sheriff's Dept. patrol cars for emergency victims. That said, I also regularly donate larger king size quilts to local organizations for their fund raisers so I am well versed in the uses for a sewing machine. I have been very impressed with this machine. It has given me no problems and it is nice not to have to reset the machine's decorative settings each time I turn it on. I have just completed my fourth quilt om this machine so I am comfortable recommending the machine to anyone who wants a great machine at a very reasonable price.
When I was younger, I used to sew a lot. But after high school only on occasion I would whip up a Halloween costume here and there. It had been years since I have sown anything. Husband got me a new HD last year for Christmas after I was asked if I could help with sewing for wedding stuff (neice wanted cloth napkins) but couldn't as I only had a surger. I finally got the chance to use this new machine this year to make a Halloween costume. OMG! It was amazing. I was sewing a stripped shirt and that alone was going to be a challenge as I have never attempted this before. This machine almost did all the work for me. Kept the fabric straight, didn't bunch up, good control. Am looking forward to to more challenging fabrics maybe even sewing some patches on a leather best for the hubby.
I have and love this machine. It has been consistent in stitch performance. Love the extras it came with and the powerful motor. I recommend it highly.
I have 6 sewing machines. 3 are Singers......this heavy duty grey machine is my favorite. I use it everyday!!!!!! I have a sewing/craft hobby/business and it is my "go to" machine for all of my basic sewing.
Every time I use this machine it works wonderfully. After a while pow the needle will not catch the bobbin thread. Tried everything. I'm So frustrated .