Compared to the 40 year old sewing machine I was trying to replace, the Patchwork was a child's sewing machine. 1)The little light was placed to the left of the needle, so the needle arm blocked the light from shining on the right side of the needle, so I couldn't see the stitch guide. 2) My right hand barely fit through the opening to the right of the needle - not very comfortable - kept hitting my hand and I have medium sized hands. 3) The thread cutter was so high up on the needle arm that I could not use it - because my hand would not fit into the opening to the right of the needle and reach the thread cutter. 4) Most of the attachments were made out of chintzy plastic. 5) The little storage compartment, attaced to the front of the sewing machine, was not reachable if you you were using the extended bed. 6) I tried sewing a seam and the machine constantly beeped and stopped sewing. I had to take my foot off the foot pedal and apply pressure again to keep sewing. 7)Thread spindles that hold the thread were very thin and I doubt they would last long with all the sewing I do.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from singer.comBy Devon, Customer Care, October 16, 2020
Thank you for providing your feedback and suggestions for an improved design. Your review with be shared with our Product Design team.
Very disappointing for a Singer. Possible I got the bad one of the lot, but the machine stopped working on second use. Appears to me to be a timing issue of some sort. Inexcusable for a brand new machine in my book.
No, I would not recommend this to a friend.
Response from singer.comBy Suzanne, Customer Care, October 10, 2020
We understand your disappointment with 7285Q sewing machine and agree that this is not acceptable. It’s important to us that our customers are more than satisfied and we would like the opportunity to resolve this issue immediately. If you give us a chance, we intend to make this right and hope you will allow us to speak with you to discuss the situation. Please email us at https://www.singer.com/Contact-Us and a Customer Care agent will be glad to help.
I went into a store just to look at what machines the Store has available. I then seen this machine the Singer 7285Q. It is a smaller machine but can sew. I done a stitch out. This machine did not miss any stitches, The stitches were great, easy to sew with, plenty of different feet. Mostly is that what we can accomplish. It is a Wonderful Machine to have in your household Just incase that your other machine broken down. I enjoy working on the 7285Q. This machine makes it easy to learn to sew on. This is a Great Machine to have around when the older model breaks down.
I would recommend this to a friend!
Response from singer.comBy Devon, Customer Care, October 4, 2020
Thank you so much for your business and awesome review. We feel so fortunate to have you as a Customer. Enjoy sewing on your new 7285Q, and we hope to see you back soon.
Great sewing machine for the price! This machine is easy to operate right out of the box. The presserfeet that came with it are just what a quilter needs to start piecing beautiful quilts. From traditional piecing and applique to Foundation paper piecing and quilt as you go this machine has you covered. I love the fact that this machine does not require hours of classes and manual reading to operate. Simple and straight forward this machine is great for beginers and experienced sewists alike. I am very happy with this machine.
I received the Patchwork 7285Q Sewing Machine a few weeks ago, I absolutely love it. I love the adjustable speed. I would highly recommend this machine for the beginner or advanced sewer.
I waited for an electronic machine like this for a very long time. I actually wanted the Quantum 9960 but it was out of stock and I needed something right away. So far I love this machine.