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The Best Sewing Machines of 2019
What qualifies a sewing machine to be ranked one of the best sewing machines? There are a number of factors, including price, durability, performance options, and value that help determine this prestigious honor. There are a variety of models and brand that we know, like Singer, Janome, and Brother to name a few of the more popular brands. With so many models to choose from, how is it possible to select a "best" out of them all? The best sewing machines listed below have been tested head-to-head and put through the paces looking at everything from how easy the machine is to thread to the quality of its scallop stitch, sewing on all sorts of fabric ranging from charmeuse to corduroy. The testing was done by TechGear, the world-leading source for the most in-depth and scientific reviews of tech gear.
Give every piece a personal touch with five stunning fonts and 600 built-in stitches with the SINGER Quantum Stylist 9960 sewing machine. Mix stitches and lettering to create unique stitch sequences for endless possibilities of customized projects. Many stitches can be mirror imaged and elongated for even more creative options. Use the Needle Up/Down feature for easy pivoting like sewing on a pocket, topstitching, free-motion quilting, applique and more. Set the maximum sewing speed of the machine where you want it with the Speed Control, faster for long seams like those on curtain panels, or slower for more intricate projects, you're always in control.
The Top Drop-in Bobbin is easy to thread and easy to see, so you won't run out of thread in the middle of a seam. When you're done stitching, a simple press of the Thread Trimmer Button will cut both the top and bottom thread, saving you time. This machine has all the features you need to get your masterpieces runway-ready.
The SINGER Quantum Stylist 7258 sewing machine is versatile addition to your sewing room. With 100 stitches from which to choose, you can create and embellish fashions, home decor and much more. Sew buttonholes in one easy step with consistent results every time. You can even choose from 6 different styles of buttonholes like the basic bartack style, round end and keyhole, great for menswear and outerwear. The Top Drop-in Bobbin is easy to thread and easy to see, so you won't run out of thread in the middle of a seam. Programmable Needle Up/Down is a must-have for quilting, sewing appliques and even topstitching. When you select a stitch, the optimum stitch length and width are selected for you, saving time. Customize stitches to personalize projects using adjustable stitch length and stitch width, viewable on the LCD screen.
You can even set the maximum sewing speed of the machine using the Speed Control lever, slower for more intricate projects or faster for long seams on curtains or duvets; you're always in control. Take off the Removable Storage Compartment to access the Free Arm, which makes it even easier to sew around trouser hems and cuffs, children's clothing and other smaller projects.
Celebrate your inner designer with this limited-edition Project Runway™ computerized sewing machine by Brother. The Brother XR9550PRW beginner sewing machine is an easy-to-use computerized sewing machine that is built for durability and flexibility and helps the sewing enthusiast improve their creative capability. This machine comes with 165 unique utility, decorative, heirloom and alphanumeric stitches, including eight styles of one-step, auto-size buttonholes. These features allow you to easily construct everything from garments to quilting masterpieces.
The Brother XR9550PRW is equipped with easy-to-use features like a large LCD screen that enables computerized stitch selection, free arm capability for sewing cuffs and sleeves, and drop feed for free motion quilting and sewing. Simply choose your stitches and settings with the intuitive push-button stitch selectors, then see your stitch and stitch settings clearly displayed on the LCD display screen.