Brother LX3817A 17-Stitch Portable Full-Size Mechanical Sewing Machine, Aqua

the motor is a lot more quieter than my old cheap mini. This one can handle going over the seams of jeans, ruffles, ect with out bogging down. I also like the fact that the bobin does not tangle. there is a slight learning curve. I also like that the instructions are very clear and covers all of the basics.

It came quick, as described. I spent some time picking which product I thought would work best for me. I needed one that would hem jeans, a thicker material at least doubled over. I have some experience with sewing machines, and sewing in general, when i was little I would watch Mom, a seamstress, sew and using the machine. This machine does exactly what it advertised. I've already hemmed several pairs of jeans, I even pushed it a little further then needed and it worked great. I'm not into a lot of the things the Brother sewing machine can do, but the future is yet to come.

My sewing machine is 35 years old and was having problems. Because of the affordable price of this machine, I thought buying a new one would be cheaper than a repairman. This machine is advertised for beginners and advanced sewers. I've been sewing for 60 years, and this is the easiest machine I have ever used. I am really enjoying it.

I'm so glad I purchased it! It's lightweight %26 very portable. It is super easy to use. Comes with a fully wound bobbin and re-filling it is a breeze. I'm a beginner sewer but there are many settings for different stitches which I haven't explored yet. Threading the needle is simple,I used a separate little threader device bought separately in a sewing kit to help thread the tiny needles cuz' I just can't see the hole! I did go to YouTube for close-up videos on how to thread both the needle %26 the bobbin,very helpful and made the process a breeze. Sews quick and clean. Has a responsive foot petal %26 a long plug in wire. The color I received is light blue w/ some cute decorations on the front. It is made of plastic w/ the sewing components made of metal. It doesn't feel cheap though. I think it's a great,simple electric sewing machine and the price was right at under $100. Very glad I bought this, I'm finding so much stuff that needs sewing now!

I've had a few different sewing machines over the span of 30 years. I buy one, get frustrated, then donate it. I honestly thought it was me who couldn't even sew a simple pillow case, until I bought this machine. I can sew! I can sew! This machine isn't finicky, the tension actually works correctly, stitches are straight. It's even better than my mom's ugly golden yellow 1970s expensive machine. My Tips: 1. Buy the correct bobbins from Brother. You can't just use any bobbins, even if they look the same. 2. Thread it EXACTLY as the manual shows. 3. Learn about Interfacing. It'll make all the difference in your projects. 4. Start with tote bags and pillow covers. You can find video tutorials online. I can't read a pattern to save my life, and I barely passed Home Ec. Lol. 5. You don't have to use expensive materials. Buy fabric and thread from Walmart. This machine isn't picky. ...I'm just so happy I can finally sew, and this machine makes all the difference.

I did a lot of research and shopping before I bought this machine, and I have not been disappointed. Even the written instructions are very intuitive and easy to understand. I didn't need to spend hours on YouTube learning how to use this machine. it works perfectly and I have been using it on just about everything in the house haha I love it so much

I am so impressed!! My beloved heavy vintage sewing machine stopped working and I needed a machine quickly. I ordered this Brother sewing machine, went and picked it up, and in less than an hour I was sewing again. I love that it is very light weight, has 17 different stitches, threads and winds bobbins easily. I highly recommend.

I am a beginner sewer. The tailor wanted outrageous prices to shorten p j bottoms. I had 3 pairs that needed shortening and it was cheaper to get a sewing machine and do it myself. The instruction booklet that came with the sewing machine was easy to understand, and never having sewn before, I was able to shorten all my PJs with ease. The machine worked really well! So many booklets that come with purchases are so complicated they are useless, but this booklet was easy to follow for beginners.

I have been sewing for most of my 60 plus years. This is the worst sewing machine I have ever tried to use. I spend more time threading the needle than i do sewing. It takes an 8 inch lead to keep the needle threaded before you can make a stitch. All that is not to mention the bobbin continously hanging up and knottin up. I needed a machine in a hurry and i thought this one would get me thru until I could buy a better one, oops, nope, wrong again!!! This machine is honestly not worth taking the time to send it back for a refund or to swap for another better one. Lesson learned. It's easy to use and it runs fairly quietly but that's about all the good I can say about it.

walmart sucks as they dont own up their mistake. they shipped the product that is missing parts and missing attachments. they want to give a replacement so late after they receive the product around 10 days after receiving and processing the product and can only be dropped of at fedx and usps location or instore.