Showing posts with label heavy duty sewing machine. Show all posts
Showing posts with label heavy duty sewing machine. Show all posts

4/23/2012

In-Home Sew-All Thread Assortment- Review

In-Home Sew-All Thread Assortment-
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I love love love having the perfect color available in my resources. This is one of THE BEST purchases I've ever made.

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GUTERMANN-Sew All Thread Cabinet. An in-home thread cabinet for personal use. The cabinets are made of melanine with a metal handle to easily carry them from home to class. Cabinet measures 23-1/2x15- 1/2x2-1/2 inches with wall mounts for easy access. The spools easily pop in and out of the cabinet. Each cabinet contains one spool each of 100 colors of article 100P Sew-All Thread. Imported.

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2/24/2012

Singer 15 Class Bobbin (10 Pack) Review

Singer 15 Class Bobbin (10 Pack)
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After searching everywhere for bobbins for my machine...it took me about 5 minutes to find and order and they were here in a couple days...so much faster,less expensive and easier than trapsing all over town searching. Thanks!

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Fits Models but not limited to:Singer QUANTUM XL100Singer DSX IISinger 239Singer 1120Singer 1507Singer 1725Singer 1732Singer 2250Singer 3116 Simple

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8/10/2011

Singer Walking / Even Feed Foot Review

Singer Walking / Even Feed Foot
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This is the first walking foot I've used, but it fits my simple Singer machine well and does a great job pulling the fabric through evenly on the top and bottom. The feed dogs work great, and it is simple to attach. The one I got in the mail looked a little different to me than the picture, but it fits and works well.

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Fits models:132, 221, 237, 257, 533, 534, 560, 834, 1411, 1730, 2404, 2517, 2639, 30518, 3270, 3343, 3962, 4830, 5017, 5028, 5040, 5050C, 5160, 5417, 5430, 5528, 533, 5705, 5710, 5812, 5814, 5816, 5818, 5825, 5830, 5838, 6100, 6104, 6105, 6106, 6112, 6114, 6115, 6116, 6124, 6125, 6126, 6136, 6146, 6156, 6174, 6184, 6212, 7057, 7412, 7422 Advance, 7426, 7430, 7436 Ingenuity, 7442, 7444, 7462, 7463, 7466, 7467, 7468, 7469, 7470, 8734, 8763, 8770, 8834, 9612, 9910, 9920, 9940, 57815, 57817, 57820, 57825, CE-100 Futura, CE-150 Futura, CE-200 Futura, CE-250 Futura, CE-350 Futura, CG-500, CG-550, CG-590, CM-17, FM 17, HD-110, Quantum LE SX

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8/01/2011

Portable Walking-foot / Zigzag Review

Portable Walking-foot / Zigzag
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its very bad it dont work i have tried everything too make it work dont have time too send it back if they sent me a new one maybe it work but it was a waste of money it breaks the thread i called factory did what they said it didnt work it the worst 400. dollars i spent it ruined more material then it worth its a shame merry xmas too me

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This machine is powerful enough to handle 4 layers of soft leather, canvas, vinyl or upholstery fabrics. Great for work on footwear, leather bags, purses, other leather articles, canvas articles such as sails (on boats), banners, awnings, and other heavy fabrics where a zig-zag stitch is needed such as on backpacks, curtains, and in upholstery (chairs or couches). The walking foot makes sewing your leather projects a breeze.

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6/05/2011

Reliable MSK-555 Portable Blindstitch Sewing Machine Review

Reliable MSK-555 Portable Blindstitch Sewing Machine
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When I plugged in the machine it didn't start.I then checked the cords and found something rattling in foot control; therefore didn't get any electric to machine, I think the machine will work well once I get this fixed.

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This is the perfect portable blindstitch machine for home or small business use. Built right with the best quality components available, each blind stitch sewing machine is individually tested for quality and performance before it leaves the factory, so when you plug it in you know it will sew right out of the box. Great for pants, skirts, dresses and draperies. The true skip-stitch function allows you to go from fine sheer material all the way to heavier woolens.

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4/28/2011

Reliable 2000U-33 Barracuda Portable Zig-Zag Walking-Foot Sewing Machine Review

Reliable 2000U-33 Barracuda Portable Zig-Zag Walking-Foot Sewing Machine
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I'm no an expert at sewing but have had some good experiences with an older rock-solid Singer zigzag. This machine is the basic do-it-yourself entry-level zig-zag walking foot capable of handling heavier fabrics and sails. It is nearly identical to those sold under many different names. God luck deciphering which ones are made in China or Taiwan, the latter supposedly a bit better made. A fine-tuned version (at a significantly higher price) is available from Sailrite (beware some of the sleight-of-hand discounters selling that brand though Sailrite themselves are highly reputable).
I received mine a week ago and have just done a couple of practice projects with 1" webbing and 6-8 oz. duck. I'm finding that the machine gets hung up often. I initially thought it was from using the wrong sized needle or simply too much fabric. Through experimentation culminating with turning by hand with no fabric or thread, I've found that the clutch mechanism in this thing can barely overcome the mechanical resistance of the spring-loaded walking presser foot, even when not actually sewing. I followed the manual instructions and rotated the clutch washer 180º and I guess it's another one of those help suggestions designed simply to waste your time.
I've ordered the Sailrite Monster II balance wheel and, based on my initial experiences, think a modification like that is an absolute necessity. It's not a refinement or luxury but a requirement for this machine to be functional as the factory clutch is pure rubbish. Right now, I have it cranked down so tight I can't unscrew it, but it still slips constantly.
My only other complaint is minor. The foot controller is pretty flimsy but that's not a surprise. It's asinine though that the cord from the machine to the foot controller is so short it barely reaches the floor from a kindergarten-sized table. The A/C plug end is plenty long. That's just very sloppy quality control and I'm going to have to splice a longer wire, simple really, but not something most people would want to deal with.
Bottom line, if you plan to add an enhanced balance wheel with positive mechanical engagement, everything else seems reasonably functional and solid. If you think you can use this as shipped, in my opinion, not a good choice.

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Designed for boat owners, serious hobbyists, and small businesses, this zig-zag walking-foot sewing machine delivers remarkable versatility. Its stitch quality compares to an industrial machine's, for a fraction of the price, plus it provides the added bonus of a zig-zag stitch. To help get the job done faster, the unit also comes with a powerful built-in motor, a maximum sewing speed of 800 rpm, spring-loaded reverse, an oscillating shuttle hook, and a piping (welting) foot to do 1/8-inch > 3/16-inch piping, plus an additional outside zipper foot. The machine uses industrial-standard 135-by-17 needles, and it also offers a high-lift walking foot with a 1/4-inch clearance underneath the foot, a built-in speed reducer for higher torque on heavy material, and toothed belts and pulleys to prevent slippage. Other details include top and bottom feed, a 0 to 6 mm stitch length, up to 4 stitches per inch, an 8 mm stitch width, a pressure foot lift (by hand 9 mm, by knee 8 mm), a 7-inch work space, and a 14-1/2-inch bed size. Accessories include a foot controller and a 12-1/2-by-6-inch extension table with two folding legs. Housed in durable metal with a convenient carrying handle for portability, the sewing machine measures 14 by 7 by 12 inches and carries a one-year limited warranty.

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4/15/2011

Self Threading Sewing Machine Needles # 80 (5pk) Review

Self Threading Sewing Machine Needles # 80 (5pk)
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while self threading needles may seem like a convenient product, there are few materials they sew well. plain quilting cotton is fine, but anything else will snag like you wouldn't believe. fortunately they were wicked cheap.. but i'd buy regular needles and maybe a magnifying glass.

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Will fit any sewing machine manufactured during the last 15 to 20 years. Size 80 for lightweight fabrics. Package of 5 needles.

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3/24/2011

SINGER 4423 Heavy Duty Model Sewing Machine Review

SINGER 4423 Heavy Duty Model Sewing Machine
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I purchased the Singer 4423 Heavy Duty because I wanted a more powerful replacement for my older but reliable Singer sewing machine. I wanted to able to sew a variety of projects using denim, canvas, leather, or other heavy fabrics with better results than what I was currently getting. I liked the simple design and straightforward operation of the 4423. It has a good selection of stitches (both functional and decorative) and some other nice-to-have features like adjustable needle position, automatic threader, and the one-step button hole which I was especially excited about. The other "Heavy Duty" Singers don't have these features.
When I started using it, the first thing I noticed was the less-than-stellar quality of some of the decorative stitches, but I figured that it wasn't really a big deal because I do a lot of hand embroidery and don't use those stitches that often. I decided to do a little "test project" on the machine: a zippered pouch with denim lining. The machine ran quickly and quietly on the pima cotton shell and putting the zipper in was a breeze. I was disappointed, however, with how poorly the machine handled the multiple layers of denim in the lining. It started knocking loudly and a few times stopped completely when sewing over a bulky seam, i.e. the feed dogs couldn't pull the fabric through. I rethreaded the machine, adjusted the stitch length, tension, and anything else I could think of that would be cause for "operator error". It didn't help. I guess the machine just isn't as powerful as they chalk it up to be.
I would recommend this machine as an excellent starter for a beginning seamstress. It's a bit more substantial than most of the other "entry level" machines but still has those nice features I mentioned earlier without a very big price tag.
For anyone who wants a TRUE heavy duty machine...this is not for you. I would recommend upgrading to a non-heavy duty machine in a better brand. That is, if you can afford it. I ended up buying a machine that was twice the cost but performs twice as well too. 9 layers of denim, no problem! For me, it's worth the investment.
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The Singer 4423 Heavy Duty sewing machine is a true workhorse. With a heavy duty metal interior frame, stainless steel bedplate, extra-high sewing speed and powerful motor, the 4423 Heavy Duty can sew through just about anything you throw at it. Convenience features including an automatic needle threader, top drop-in bobbin, fully automatic 1-step buttonhole, adjustable stitch length and width, drop feed for free motion sewing adds a new dimension of ease to such serious sewing. 23 Stitch patterns including basic, stretch and decorative makes this machine perfect for both utilitarian and creative projects. Free arm with accessory storage, adjustable presser foot pressure, and provision for mounting in a cabinet are also featured here. Standard accessories include instruction manual, power cord, presser Feet (All Purpose, Buttonhole, Button Sewing, Zipper), quilting/stitch guide, spool caps, screwdriver, lint brush/seam puller, bobbins and needles round out this impressive offering.

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3/22/2011

SINGER HD-110 Heavy Duty Model Sewing Machine Review

SINGER HD-110 Heavy Duty Model Sewing Machine
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Uhm...no. Sorry guys, back to the drawing board on this machine. It is absolutely riddled with design flaws and I must agree with another reviewer: Singer is NOT the company it once was, certainly not the company that has been used and trusted in my family for over 80 years. There is NOTHING (I repeat, NOTHING) heavy-duty about this machine. Basically, this is a standard grade home sew machine, repackaged to look "industrial" with a beefed-up, clutch style motor. Though this machine is very fast (as fast as most industrial machines) it does not have the pressure in the presser foot nor the power in the feed mechanism to support the motor speed. With the slightest resistance, the motor will race away, producing stitches while your work remains stationary under the presser foot. Though the variable needle position is handy, it is very unstable. The slightest pull dislodges the needle position (even with the needle at its lowest point)producing uneven stitch length and unpredictable stitch position. Needless to say, top stitching produced by this machine in anything heavier than cotton broadcloth is appalling. Just forget sewing with wool melton or any other cloth that has substantial loft. Because of insufficient foot pressure, this machine skips in heavy fabrics and leaves clumps of unused thread on the bobbin side. And speaking of bobbins...who would use a Type 66 bobbin in what is called a heavy duty machine? Yes, the drop-in bobbin is very convenient but the Type 66 requires constant re-threading. It's simply not a bobbin with high enough capacity for large or heavy jobs. I agree with a previous reviewer: the accessories included with this "heavy duty" machine are a joke. The spot-weld on the general purpose foot broke within the first week of use. It is now held together with crazy glue because I dread calling Singer for a replacement. The so-called zipper foot is a half inch piece of plastic encased in something resembling tin foil. Also broken. When I received my machine, the accessory package, foot pedal, power cords, warranty and owners manual were missing from the box. It took three weeks to get them. The owners manual was back ordered for over 8 weeks. Is no one at Singer nimble-minded enough to scan the manual and make it available as a PDF download? Perhaps the most frustrating thing about this machine is that, at the $200.00 plus price point, it does not include features available on Singer's entry level machine, Singer Simple. The Simple model includes variable foot pressure (which is easily tightened using the enclosed screw driver) or the extra inch of clearance under the presser foot, VERY handy for heavier projects. Honestly, I tried to return this machine two weeks after purchase but neither the supplier nor Singer would take it back. Singer has the worst customer service department I have ever encountered and...well...just skip the website. It is woefully inadequate. Two thumbs down!

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Sew like a pro with the Singer HD-110 Heavy Duty sewing machine. With a powerful motor, extra-high sewing speed and stainless steel bed plate, this sewing machine has the strength and speed to get projects done quickly with professional results. The included extra large acrylic extension table allows easy maneuvering of large projects and an attachment to the table allows perfect circles to be stitched. Convenience features like the automatic needle threader, automatic bobbin winder and top drop-in bobbin make threading the machine a breeze. 10 Stitch patterns, adjustable stitch length and width, variable needle positions allows for unlimited creativity. Standard accessories include instruction manual, power cord (73-inch long), presser Feet (All Purpose, Buttonhole, Zipper, Invisible Zipper, 1/4-inch, Blind Hem, Special Purpose), spool caps, extended table, bobbins, twin needle and needles round out this impressive offering.

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