This is an excellent option for new sewers or anyone who wants a second sewing machine to take to a class or club. It's definitely worth the money – although if you have any accessibility concerns, read that section of this review before you dive in. Most manufacturers do not recommend using adaptors to convert the voltage of your machine for safety reasons. Fat Llama is a peer-to-peer rental platform — we connect people who need stuff with people who have stuff.

As with most electronics, the entry level items are often not the most accessible, but I feel it’s only fair to include my thoughts on these aspects in this review. Changing the sewing direction Sewing stretch fabrics Reverse sewing When sewing thin fabrics, the stitching may become misaligned or the fabric may not feed correctly. There are only a few important stitches to choose from, and the stitch length and width settings are pre-set.The machine’s built in light is quite dim, I tested the machine during the daytime with my blinds closed to get an idea of the light quality.

Quality control isn’t as strict, so manufacturers don’t mind if things don’t fit together tightly, or the metals don’t meet a certain standard. The foot doesn’t grip the fabric enough when you’re sewing multiple layers, so it does wander slightly to the left or right by 1/8″ (3mm). There is also no needle threader – which is a must for those with visual impairments or painful/unsteady hands. If this occurs, place thin paper or stabilizer material under the fabric and sew it together with the fabric.

I noticed the machine sounded loud and thumpy when going over humps, sometimes the backstitch lever would even rattle. When lifting the machine, be careful not to make any sudden or careless • movements, otherwise you may injure your back or knees.