What are the best sewing machines for beginners?

Answer 1

The Brother CS6000i Computerized Sewing Machine would be the best sewing machine for a beginner. This machine gets 5 stars on amazon and has had several positive reviews. This sewing machine is very easy to use and the manual is easy to read. It is computerized, automatic, and has a light for the best viewing.

Answer 2

Hi, Here are the things I would look for: Purchase the machine where they HAVE warrantee service on site. Purchase a brand name such as Janome, Bernina etc. It is better to buy a low end, high quality machine than to purchase a low priced no name product no matter how many bells and whistles it has on it. There is nothing worse than working with a poor quality machine, and you would be throwing your money away. Most machines today have more choices of designs etc. on them than you will ever use. Look for a strong metal shank and attachments. I made curtains for my brother with an inexpensive machine I purchased because I was out of town, and the machine just made it through the project. Spend your $$ wisely. Don't be persuaded to purchase the top of the line etc. Most honest dealers will show you everything and listen to what your personal needs are. If you are totally new to sewing, I would purchase a machine from a sewing dealer so that you get all your lessons. If you don't need the guidance, check your local papers and see if anyone is selling a "quality" machine. I have several machines, but my favorite is the Bernina 1130 a floor model from a sewing shop. It is a true workhorse and I've sewn continually on it for about 20 years. I know that the Bernina store near me sells, services, gives lessons etc. They have great used machines that also carry warantees and have floor model sales each year. This is the type of service you MUST have. Just remember that when you by a quality machine, you can always trade up. That is that they take the cost of your original machine that you purchase with them and apply the full price to the purchase of a newer machine with more capability. I hope you have a BLAST! Kate _____________ I would echo what Kate wrote. You will be much more productive with a well-reputed brand vs. a Singer or White.

Answer 3

Most people recommend an inexpensive sewing machine to start. It may be hard to thread it at first, but once you know how there are not many things to get in the way. Fancier machines have more functions, but may have simpler threading procedures.

Answer 4

Probably the best machine for beginners is the most inexpensive one. BUT...I would talk to a salesman, or whoever is there. My first one was a "Singer Simple". Not a lot of bells and whistles, and under $100. BUT....you get what you pay for! I have to be very careful when sewing through thicker material (denim, doubled-over seams) not to knock the machine out-of-time. You don't want to dent your pocketbook, but you don't want to end up with a piece of junk either! Just go slow when starting out, take your time, and about any machine should work.

Answer 5

Bernina has always and still makes the best. if you buy a genuine Bernina it will be the last machine you will ever need. i am a sewing machine mechanic and i work on all brands and i quilt as well as sew all my own clothing. i have owned and sewed on all the brands. has the most precise stitch and there machines have the leased amount of breakdowns or problems. if you buy a cheap singer or other junk you can find at Walmart you will have so much trouble you will end up hating sewing and you wont realize its just your machine that sucks.

Answer 6

Some good sewing machines that are good for beginners are the ones that are made by Singer. Singer has some inexpensive sewing machines that are good. They also have some that do not have to be bolted down.

Answer 7

I prefer my Pfaff and Viking, though Bernina does a decent job also.

Answer 8

The Singer sewing machine is the best brand on the market. They are very easy to use and durible beyond belief. There are a variety of different machines to chose from as well.

Answer 9

For beginners, a good sewing machine to start with is one that is easy to use and doesn't have too many fancy features. One good example is Singer's Simple Sewing Machine.