Brother CS6000i Computerized Sewing Machine with Wide Table

Don't think this machine is just for beginners. I've been sewing for 70 years and I remember how excited I was when Mom bought a machine that back stitched and I've bought two other machines over the years. I bought this one because I wanted the blanket stitch for quilting but using this machine I realized how much fun and easy sewing could be. The list of features it has is amazing, every feature I could ever want or need. I love the start and stop button, needle up and down, needle threader, and the drop in bobbin. All things that make sewing easier and makes me want to sew every day. I bought this one for our 27year old granddaughter. I am also guiding our eight year old granddaughter to cut and sew her first quilt. This machine is so easy to use for a beginners that it encourages success. The speed control is perfect for a beginner or difficult stitching for anyone. That feature alone gives confidence to all sewers regardless of experience. This is a wonderful machine at a great price.,

I read all the reveiws b4 i purchase anything, as well as really study the product on other sites! Walmart always has the better deals. I always had Singers, but i must say this Brother is the best 4 the $$ IMO..! I haven't sewn in many yrs. and lost my Singer along the way when moving which was ok w/ me sense it never sewed a straight stitch anyway. This Brother 6000i sews so straight & smooth and quiet not like my Singers b4 this! It also sews Denim! I'm not an avid sewer, but have made alot of Disco style clothing back in the 80's This was simple 2 operate, unlike what some Viewers said so if i can do it so can u! It also has a needle threader which is a deff nice feature! The only con i found is the lite should be brighter has a blueish tint 2 it so u will need a Lamp, but that's no biggie 2 me! Walmart is very fast in shipping 2 ur home, like w/ then 3 days standard shipping!

I chose this machine because of my past experience with Brother machines (I have 2 1034d sergers that I LOVE), and the positive reviews. I love how easy this machine is to use, and how effortless it is to switch stitch patterns. I was surprised at how many accessories come with it. If I were to buy all those accessories for my old machine, I probably would have paid as much as the price of this machine, and still not been able to do what I can with this machine. While I'm a semi-experienced sewer, I tend to get intimidated by getting to know new machines. But this one was a breeze. I look forward to lots of projects with this machine.

I HAVE USED MY MACHINE DAILY SINCE I RECEIVED IT TWO WEEKS AGO. I WAS UNCERTAIN ABOUT BUYING BROTHER BECAUSE I NEVER LIKED MY PREVIOUS ONE. HOWEVER, WHEN I WAS READY TO ORDER A SINGER THAT WAS LOWER PRICED BUT HAD THE BASIC FEATURES I MOST WANTED I STARTED READING THE REVIEWS. THIS MACHINE HAD MUCH BETTER REVIEWS SO I DECIDED TO SPEND A LITTLE MORE AND SO FAR I HAVE NO REGRETS. I ESPECIALLY WANTED AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE FEATURE. IT MAKES BEAUTIFUL BUTTONHOLES IN SECONDS! I ALSO FIND THAT I LOVE THE ONE TOUCH SEWING SO I DON'T HAVE TO USE THE FOOT PEDAL. I SEW A LOT OF BABY DRESSES & BLANKETS WHICH AREN'T VERY HEAVY. I DON'T KNOW THAT IT WOULD BE SUITABLE FOR HEAVY FABRICS LIKE DENIM.

My fingers are getting a bit too arthritic to keep sewing by hand, so I went surfing on the web to find a sewing machine. When I located the ad for this machine, I was surprised by the price and the list of features. It came with a hard carrying case, 60 built in stitches, oversized table for large projects, a stitch speed slide, automatic threading system, and a built in arm for cuffs and sleeves. It has a super bright light over the work area, too. What's not to like? One of the bet purchases I ever made.

So glad I purchased the CS6000i from Brother. I had picked out a different machine then decided to search the internet for the top 10 sewing machine ratings and this model kept coming up. I changed my mind and went with the Brother and am certainly glad I did! Lots of great features for the price and it sews like a charm!

It is decent. I thought it might be better. I found it hard to thread, it is a good thing that I am an experienced sewer or I would have had trouble understanding the directions on how it is threaded. I has a bit of confusion with the bobbin as well. I found that if someone didn't understand threading the bobbin the might be concerned why the thread kept breaking when threading through the thread. Other than that it is not a bad machine. It is the first time I tried a brother machine. I figured that it couldn't be any worse than any of the other machines that you might want for basic sewing.

I looked forward to using this machine, based on the ratings I had read online, but reality was a different story. This machine is so lightweight, it tipped over a lot. It jammed constantly, and could not sew on thick seams. I do a lot of upholstery work, making seat covers, curtains, etc. and this machine is just not up to the task.

I received my online order promptly. However I returned the machine without actually using it. I found that the cover for the shuttle area was made out of a flimsy brittle plastic. It is also unhinged. It can be lost or broken very easily. I would prefer a metal cover that is hinged to the machine.

However... can't get past the tension and poor stitch problems... I tried all that was recommended in the booklet and still am unable to get a clean stitch. Either the the tension is too tight or too loose. You may get a few good stitches but not for long. It also stitched better on the bottom than on top when it did kind of work. It's the first day out of the box, been trying to make a Christmas gift for my son, a simple light weight quilt (2 sheets and low loft batting), which is supposed to take just a 2 - 3 hours max... it's now been about 7 hours of messing around trying to get the machine to due a simple straight stitch... not worth the hassle. It's going back. Very disappointing. If it weren't for the tension and stitching problem... I'd give this machine 5 stars. I loved all the other bells and whistles. Going to look for a machine that has automatic tension.