Brother Sewing Machines

The art of sewing remains a valuable skill and a creative outlet. However, advances in technology have affected this traditional craft, just as they have in other areas of life.

Best Brother Sewing Machine

If you're in a dead-end phase on your Brother sewing machine, don't worry, you're not the only one. They are one of the most popular sewing products in the world, and you'll understand why when you feel their developing quality, enjoy their lasting toughness and take advantage of their wide range of features.

Sewing Machines

XM2701

Sewing Machines

• 27 built-in stitches and 1 one-step buttonhole
• 6 included accessory feet
• Automatic threading system

CS7000X

Sewing Machines

• 70 built-in sewing stitches
• 10 included sewing presser feet
•Wide table

CS7000i

Sewing Machines

• 70 built-in sewing stitches
• 10 included sewing presser feet
• Automatic threader

CS6000i

Sewing Machines

• 60 Built-in stitches and 7 one-step buttonholes
• Automatic needle threading system
• 9 Included accessory feet

XR9550

Sewing Machines

• 165 Built-in stitches including 55 alphanumeric
• 8 One-step auto-size buttonhole styles
• Brightly lit LED work area

CS5055

Sewing Machines

• 60 Built-in stitches and 7 one-step buttonholes
• Needle threading system
• 7 Included accessory feet

HC1850

Sewing Machines

• 85 Built-in stitches including 55 alphanumeric and 8 one-step buttonholes
• Advanced needle threading system
• 8 Included accessory feet

CP60X

Sewing Machines

• 60 built-in stitches
• 7 styles of auto-size one-step buttonholes
• Advanced needle threading system makes threading easy

XR3774

Sewing Machines

• 37 Built-in stitches and 1 one-step buttonhole
• 9 Included accessory feet
• Automatic needle threading system

PQ1500SL

Sewing Machines

• Automatic needle threading system
• 7 Included accessory feet
• 1500spm maximum stitching speed

Things to consider before buying a Brother sewing machine

Mechanical and computerized

This choice should not be taken lightly and is probably the most important decision you will make when choosing a Brother sewing machine.

Mechanical sewing machines use dials, levers and buttons to control the functions. These models have all the basic stitches and then some, but to use one you have to make all the tension, width and length adjustments yourself. Mechanical machines are great for beginners because they are easy to use and maintain, and much cheaper than computerized models.

Computerized sewing machines open the door to a wider variety of stitches and functions. Tension, length and width can be adjusted automatically with the push of a button. Setting the correct settings for each project can still take some trial and error, but once you know what you're doing, the process is usually quick. These machines take some of the guesswork out of sewing, but they also have a steeper learning curve that can throw beginners for a loop. These models cost more because they have more features, stitches and advanced technology.

Automatic Threader

Many Brother sewing machines are equipped with an automatic threader. You will use a small hook to pull the thread through the eye of the needle. While this feature is one of the most commonly complained about temperamental features in Brother sewing machine reviews, it can be very helpful for sewers with shaky hands or reduced vision.

Foot Pedal and Hands-Free Sewing

All mechanical machines require a foot pedal for sewing. However, many computer-controlled Brother sewing machines include an optional foot pedal. For hands-free sewing, you can set the speed using a slider on the front of the machine and control the sewing using buttons. These buttons are typically used to start/stop the machine, reverse stitches, and place the needle up/down.

Presser foot included

The presser foot holds the fabric in place while sewing. A dedicated foot allows you to perform specialized tasks. While it is nice to have a few presser feet included with your sewing machine, it is not necessary to exclude your sewing machine from your list of favorites. Additional presser feet are inexpensive and can be purchased separately.

Buttonhole Craft

With more advanced machines, you can create one-step automatic buttonholes. You place the button on the back of the buttonhole presser foot and the machine does the automatic buttonhole resizing in one step. In contrast, the basic Brother sewing machine has a four-step manual buttonhole. Creating this type of buttonhole takes longer and is more complicated.

What are the outstanding features of Brother sewing machines?

Every sewing machine must have some features that will convince buyers to buy a particular product, however, for Brother, it is not just about convincing consumers to buy the product, but providing features that will help the product to last and be effective for its owner as well. Let's take a look at some of the great features of this sewing machine that will make customers happy.

Stitches

Everyone wants to know how many stitches a machine has, and while the number may be impressive, most people use only five basic stitches - straight, zigzag, three-step zigzag, blind hem and overlock - and probably only the first three. Why use 100 or more different stitches when you know these stitches will do most of the sewing?

LCD display and/or screen

LCD displays can be found on computerized machines. Larger screens are easier to read and use. For some models, the display/screen is more important because it provides touch screen controls.

Presser Feet

Certain stitches or skills (such as installing a zipper) are only available with a specific presser foot. Every Brother sewing machine comes with at least one, but most include extras such as a zipper foot and a blind hem foot. Some models come with an additional eight or more presser feet. Each presser foot can be purchased separately, but the more that come with your machine, the more money you save in the long run.

Needle Position Key

The needle position key allows you to change the stop position of the needle. This feature is helpful when turning corners while sewing. When the needle position is set to down, the needle will stay down when your foot releases the pedal. You can then lift the presser foot and turn the fabric without losing your sewing position. However, when you are not working on curves and corners, you can set the needle position to remove it quickly after you have finished sewing.