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Singer Overlock 14SH754 Sewing Machine

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A favorite when sewing a knitted fabric...so the stitch stretches as the fabric stretches providing a strong and professional finish that will not "pop" when the fabric is stretched. There are colour-coded threading diagrams and stitch illustrations printed on the machine. This saves you from looking through your manual constantly.

Husqvarna. ‘Machines’. [online] Available at: http://www.husqvarnaviking.com/en-US/Machines#.928 [accessed: 4 Sep. 2020] The key to getting good stitches is actually getting the settings right. If you buy a manual machine, this will take experimentation and practice. It can do 2, 3 and 4 thread stitches, and the threading system is good. It includes a waste bin and separate needle threading device (it’s not built-in). Ken’s Sewing Center. (2012). ‘How to thread the Janome 8002D Serger’. [online] Available at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4pSRH6ldom4[accessed: 4 March 2020] Add an elegant fine finish to table linens, scarves, and much more.Converting to the Rolled Hemmode is effortless. An easy access lever moves the stitch finger in position for rolled hemming.The differential feed with two lines of feed teeth means it can be fully adjusted to match the weights of different fabrics. If your funds are limited then you can easily make your own cover by following this tutorial. It is a nice starter project that will keep your sewing mind occupied for a few days. Is This The Right Machine For Me? You’ll obtain a smoother point if you stitch darts conventionally. Then they can be moved if necessary, and are less bulky. Budget machines involve lots of manufacturing and design compromises, which I discuss more in a separate post. Clean and oil your machine often It has a great “information panel” on the front. This suggests settings for 12 different stitches. This is super helpful and rare to find. It will save you from constantly looking up the settings in your manual.

The most important feature you need for sewing stretchy fabrics, like lycra and swimwear, is “differential feed”. This along with the rest of the stitches can be adjusted by their width and length. Again, this gives you more options when planning your project and also allows you to customise the stitches to your personal preference. How Well Built Is This Model? It has a free arm, waste bin, and 2 features I don’t see often at this price: tiltable needles, and a built-in “2 thread converter”. These are small conveniences that make replacing the needles and switching to 2 thread stitches easier. It took about 3 minutes and 10 seconds to thread the lower looper on the Janome. It was very fiddly. It took about 40 seconds on the Brother 4234d! What a difference.Mike. (2019). ‘Reward Your Sewing Machine with a Service’. Mikes Sewing Machine Repairs blog. [online] Available at: http://www.mikessewingmachinerepairs.com.au/2019/02/16/reward-your-sewing-machine-with-a-service/[accessed: 17 Feb. 2020] The handy free arm is accessed by removing the accessory compartment, included tweezers have their own storage space in side the looper flap, ready to use when needed to help threading the loopers or needle eyes. All threading paths are colour coded, hence, easy to follow. Other features of the SE017 include:

Note: this post was originally published on 13 September 2020. It has been updated since then. Sources Includes All Purpose Foot Needles, Screwdriver, Tweezers, Spreader, Four Thread Spools, Spare Lower Knife, Scrap Bag, and Lint Brush. Easy to read instruction manual with clear and detailed instructions on how to set up your machine.

Singer Heavy Duty HD0405S Overlocker with Accessory Bundle - 4 x thread cones and Gathering foot

The lower looper threading system, which can be horrible in other machines, is excellent. A switch pulls out the hidden lower looper so you can thread it in plain sight. This makes such a difference. So many freebies! The singer s14-78 is easily portable and light weight weighing 8 kilograms. This makes it ideal for beginners who want a machine that can be easily taken to any sewing class you wish to attend. thread stitches are good for finishing lightweight fabrics. They use fewer threads, creating a lighter stitch. If you don’t sew with fabrics like chiffon, you’ll probably never need them. different stitch types come already built in with this machine that works with the option 4, 3 or 2 thread stitching capacity. Included in these stitches are built in rolled hem stitches which offers you more variety when planning your sewing project.

Singer has thought of everthing, even the SE017 lint brush has been designed with precision, it has a needle location hole to help when insert new needles, its is built in to the lint brush handle, clever! The lower looper threading system, which can be horrible in other machines, is excellent. A switch pulls out the hidden lower looper so you can thread it in plain sight. This makes such a difference. The purple switch pulls out the hidden lower looper. Be aware that this is a budget machine. It will be made with weaker metals, weaker motors, and more “relaxed” quality control during manufacturing. Success. ‘Lucie’. [online] Available at: https://sewtosuccess.co.uk/sewing_machine/lucie/ [accessed: 3 Sep. 2020]The built-in needle threader works most of the time, but on occasion it fails and I have to retry it 2 or 3 times. I don’t think this is a deal breaker, however. I love the colour-coded threading diagrams and stitch illustrations printed on the machine. You won’t need your manual every time you thread it. If you’re using your machine for commercial purposes, the warranty is for 1 year. Best suited for occasional sewists

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