Brother AE1700 17-Stitch Sewing Machine

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In addition to having a four step buttonhole, you also get a button sewing foot with this machine making this a good choice for dressmaking and those that like to make other clothing items.

If the fabric does not t easily under the presser foot, raise the presser foot lever even higher to bring the presser foot to its highest position. With 17 built-in stitches, including utility stitches, decorative stitches, and even a buttonhole stitch, the AE1700 allows you to complete a variety of sewing projects with ease. Deals get posted on Latest Deals by members of the public (like you and me) when they spot them, to help each other save money.

The inclusion of the darning plate gives you the option of free motion sewing adding even more versatility to this already very versatile machine.built-in stitches with 4 step buttonhole, Automatic needle threader plus adjustable stitch length and width. When it comes to bobbins I am a little bit biased as I have always preferred a top loading bobbin to a drop in bobbin. For more information on the Brother brand, read: Brother Sewing Machines – History, Questions and Everything you want to know about the Brand. For a longer service life: • When storing this machine, avoid direct sunlight and high humidity locations.

The Brother AE1700 is a traditional basic sewing machine with qualities that make it well-suited for those new to sewing. ONL Y IMPORTANT • In the event of replacing the plug fuse, use a fuse approved by ASTA to BS 1362, i. If you’re just starting out and you want a sewing machine you can grow into and continue to use as you progress the AE1700 is a good choice. Do not push or pull the fabric when sewing, and follow careful instruction when freehand stitching so that you do not deect the needle and cause it to break. It has a drop in bobbin, and an automatic bobbin winder, so you no longer need to wind your bobbins manually.Upper tension-control dial Upper thread Surface of fabric Back of fabric ■ Upper tension is too tight Loops will appear on the surface of the fabric. Something to consider when it comes to cheap sewing machines is that it’s not just the expense of the more frequent servicing. When the machine attempts the next few stitches they all get clumped up in and around the bobbin shuttle.

I have used professional sewing machines before but I just wanted an easy lightweight one and this is perfect. However, if the ‘cheap sewing machine’ I’m looking at has a brand name I’ve never heard of, I wouldn’t waste any more time on it.The plastic bag that this machine was supplied in should be kept out of the reach of children or disposed of.