Have you been inspired by The Great British Sewing Bee? Or just want to get a bit more creative but don't know where to start?
Choosing which sewing machine is right for you can be hard, especially if you're a complete novice.
So
whether you're wanting something handheld (yes, mini sewing machines
which look a bit like staplers do exist) or a machine with added
features for fancier and more large scale projects, this list should
help you find your perfect match.
http://www.vssewingmachine.com/sewing-machine-showroom-perambur/Brother LS14S Chassis Sewing Machine, £79.99
If
it's an easy-to-use machine you're after, this is one of the best on
the market - and one of the lowest priced. With 14 different stitches,
it's perfect for everyday household sewing and dress making, and even
comes with an instructional DVD.
It
has a jam proof drop in bobbin, which shows how much bobbin thread is
left, and the LED lighting system means thread colours are not
distorted.
This machine also comes with zig zag, buttonhole and zipper feet attachments for more complicated sewing tasks.
It's
worth noting this machine only works with plastic bobbins as metal ones
may damage it, and it's 50-watt motor means it wouldn't be suitable for
heavy-duty projects like quilting.
Janome 725S Sewing Machine, £259
This
mechanical sewing machine is the model used by contestants in The Great
British Sewing Bee, so it comes highly recommended - and is a great
all-rounder for the novice sewer.
It's
a little pricier than the Brother machine, but you get a lot more for
your money. It has 25 built-in stitches, a drop feed for freehand
embroidery, an automatic needle threader for easy threading and seven
snap on feet, including buttonhole, blind hem and satin stitch.
And
it's one to keep using the more experienced you get, as it can handle a
variety of sewing projects such as patchwork, quilting, soft
furnishing, alterations and home furnishings.
Singer 1507 Sewing Machine, £89
When you think of Singer, you think sewing machines. This one is their entry level electric machine.
A
great choice for complete beginners, it is also probably the most
simple to use on this list, is built to last, and it's not badly
priced.
With just eight stitch options
and two needle positions, the Singer 1507 has a quick and easy
threading system and comes with snap on feet which are easy to change.
These include a general purpose, button sewing, zipper and buttonhole.
The
machine also has a carrying handle which makes it easy to transport,
and it comes with an instruction manual and a handy seam guide.
Singer 4411 Heavy Duty Sewing Machine, £159
This is the one to go for if you're wanting to undertake more heavy duty projects with thick fabrics such as quilts or leather.
Its
fast motor means it can do 1,100 stitches a minute. There are also 11
stitch options to choose from with a four-step buttonhole, but only
three needle positions which may be limiting as you get more advanced.
This
Singer machine comes with four different feet attachments, an
instruction manual plus a quilting guide and long lasting LED lighting
so you can see what you're doing. Singer Stitch Sew Quick, £20.57
We know it's the third Singer model on this list, but when it comes to handheld sewing machines there really is no comparison.
Handheld
sewing machines are good to use for quick stitching or when you need to
fix a stitch in an awkward position as they are designed to reach the
places you can't.
This one is battery
operated and comes with all the sewing supplies you need to get to work
straight away. It's also very easy to use and is ideal for use on
silks, denim, wool, leather and crafts.
There
are many handheld devices for around the £12 to £15 mark, but we think
it's worth spending just a few pounds more for this one.
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