Customer reviews from singer.com
Singer - 3342 Fashion Mate Sewing Machine - White
Average customer rating
3.9
(112 Reviews)
Rating breakdown 112 reviews
5 Stars
64
4 Stars
15
3 Stars
8
2 Stars
5
1 Star
20
74%of customers recommend this product.
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46 out of
62)
Customer Reviews for Singer - 3342 Fashion Mate Sewing Machine - White
Customer Rating
2
Needs oiled!
on August 6, 2025
Posted by: Grandma Penny
from West Virginia
My machine squealed from the first day. I took it to a repair shop and the repairman said it had never had any oil in it. He oiled it and said this kind has to be taken apart and oiled at least once a month! That's a LOT of work since you have to disassemble most of the machine to oil it! At least it runs now. Also, it does not work well with heavy fabric like denim or canvas.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from singer.comBy Customer Support, August 27, 2025
We are so sorry to hear that your Fashion Mate 3342 did not meet your expectations. We would love to assist you further. Please reach out to our dedicated Customer Care team 1-877-746-4375.
Written by a customer while visiting singer.com
Customer Rating
5
Light weight and the instructions are helpful
on July 4, 2023
Posted by: Animal Lover
from Russia,Ohio
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This sewing machine is fantastic. I do wish it came with more bobbins because I filled all 4 of them last night and I started doing some sewing. I was trying to finish up sewing and my mom unplugged the extension cord that I had my sewing machine plugged into. The photos are going to be fuzzy because I can't find anywhere else that I can take the pictures at.
Written by a customer while visiting singer.com
Customer Rating
5
The training video makes a world of difference!
on June 18, 2023
Posted by: TheMaven
from Louisville, KY
Gender:Female
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] Thirty-plus years ago, I tried sewing and was a horrible student. I gave up because I just didn't get it. The machine I was using kept breaking needles, and there was no manual, and this was in the days before Internet and YouTube. I admit that I was very intimidated, so I first watched the tutorial video on the product page a couple of times. Just seeing up close how to wind a bobbin and thread the needle gave me the courage to start sewing.
The machine has color-coded guided pathways to help you know how to route the thread depending on whether you are winding a bobbin or sewing. The hand wheel has arrows printed around it to remind you to always turn it toward yourself - and the video tutorial reinforces that, as well. I was unhappy that there is no printed manual, and I ended up printing the PDF version. I wanted a simple project to boost my confidence, and I decided on some simple tube-shaped catnip toys after finding a free pattern online. Then I dug out some fabric scraps, pressed them, cut out 3 sets of pieces, and then went to prepare the machine. I unpacked everything, and then carefully followed the instructions to wind a bobbin and thread the needle. After sewing a few practice seams, I sewed three tubes! Despite using thread that was more than 30 years old, the machine works so much better than the one I remember. It is smooth, quiet, powerful, and loaded with features and accessories to help a true beginner like me get something done. Hats off to Singer for the video tutorial - it was exactly what I needed to have the courage to begin sewing.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting singer.com
Customer Rating
5
Singer quality in a light weight portal size
on June 17, 2023
Posted by: Js501
from Reston Va
Gender:Male
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] While this Singer Fashion Mate Model 3342 is marketed as a beginner machine at an attractive price, it offers more than enough features to all our home sewing projects. Threading the machine was easy by following the diagram card included with the package. The 3342 offers a wide variety of stitch types with adjustable length and width and even does buttonholes in one easy step. Overall this Singer is a great value and should hold up for a long time to meet all our sewing project needs. We really like it’s compact size and light weight as we move it between two homes as we do projects. . It makes a great gift for all ages. Try it out and see what you think.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting singer.com
Customer Rating
5
Works Great
on June 16, 2023
Posted by: MandyB
from Knoxville
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This Singer Fashion Mate 3342 Mechanical Sewing Machine is great!!! It is very user-friendly and easy to use. It has 110 different stitch applications for all your sewing needs!!! It is pretty light weight and doesn't take up too much room. It makes life a little easier and convenient being able to just hop on for all our little sewing needs!!
Written by a customer while visiting singer.com
Customer Rating
5
Great machine!
on June 15, 2023
Posted by: Courtney91
from North Carolina
Gender:Female
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This was an upgrade from what I have. This machine is so easy to use! I love how simple it is do multiple designs and thread. The motor is quiet, ease in switching stitches, has pictures to show how to switch the bobbin, way to turn the wheel, it’s solid and does not move around, one step button, and the instructional video is amazing!
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting singer.com
Customer Rating
4
Quality easy compact-ish sewing machine
on June 10, 2023
Posted by: lovebxny
from ATL
Gender:Female
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I like the simplicity of the sewing machine and that it’s still built with quality.It’s not weighed down with complex buttons and things that don’t make sense, but instead it’s very much a plug and go. I also like the component it came with an insert for sewing classes which I intend on using as a fairly newbie to the sewing machine. I would like if it came in black or a darker color than white.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting singer.com
Customer Rating
4
Great machine
on June 9, 2023
Posted by: Betty1751
from Huron, Tn.
Gender:Female
[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] I love this machine, I have tried all the features and they all work perfect. I just followed the instructions and practiced making button holes and the different stitches. It is what I expected from singer only the best. Great quality. I definitely recommend.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Written by a customer while visiting singer.com