How to choose the best Sewing machine for all stitching purposes?

The Sewing machine is an electro- mechanical or a mechanical machine used to join fabrics using thread. It can create a wide variety of plain or decorated stitches. Sewing machines were introduced in the 1800s; it is one of the most significant discoveries in the textile industry.

Of the different types of sewing machines, domestic sewing machines are the perfect tool for sewing. By the mid-nineteenth century, domestic sewing machines found a place in all homes to help women in the home production of clothing.

Introduced as an advantage to the homemaker, Janome sewing machines are mainly used for all purposes and are manufactured to perform different tasks such as the creation of buttonholes, stitching buttons on the piece of clothing etc. Even though there are sewing machines that stitch using one or more threads, most of the domestic sewing machines use a two thread stitch called the lockstitch.

Also known as home use sewing machines, Janome sewing machines do not have feed dogs that pull the fabric to be sewn under the needle. As they don't have feed dogs, one has to pull the fabric with their hand. There are three basic types of sewing machines-mechanical, electronic, and embroidery machines.

Lightweight sewing machine, straight siches only sewing machine, embroidery only sewing machine, double-stitch double-speed home sewing machine and battery-operated handheld sewing machine are some of the domestic sewing machines available in the market.

Brother sewing machines

Another good choice from brother sewing machines is this particular model. This machine is relatively cheaper than others types, but it sure includes features perfect for beginners. Here are some of its user-friendly features for novice sewers:

• Built-in cutter

• Automatic one-step buttonholer

• Automatic bobbin winding system

• Comprise 25 built-in stitches, including decorative and heirloom stitches.

• Easy needle thread.

 

 

With all these user-friendly features, novice sewers can practically save time and in making beautiful projects. Like most brother sewing machines, this too comes with various presser feet such as buttonhole, zipper, button sewing, narrow hemmer and zigzag presser foot. It also includes free arm for various sewing needs.

Singer sewing machines

The Singer sewing machines are one of the most heavy duty machines available in the market today. It can sew several layers of canvas, denim, leather and other heavy fabrics. This machine is ideal for beginners who wish to make projects using thick and layered fabrics, such as jeans, etc. It is made up of heavy duty frame with stainless steel bed plate for smoother and tougher operations on thick fabrics. Here are some of its features:

• 23 stitch capability

• Heavy duty motor, can sew up to 1,100 stitches a minute

• Automatic needle thread.

• Basic accessories such as buttonhole foot, button sewing foot, zipper foot and all-purpose foot

This machine is specifically designed for heavy duty sewing, which is practically the reason why it doesn't have plenty of stitch types.