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Rated a Very Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jun 25, 2012
Pros: Affordable
Simple to use
All of the basics in the box (button hole foot, zipper foot)
Cons: Tension and bobbin winding = Finicky.
Won't handle thicker fabrics well, if at all.
Summary: When I bought this machine calling me a beginner sewer would have been scandalous. I have now, a few years later, graduated to beginner. At the time I was looking to purchase a machine I didn't know if I'd want to stick with sewing. I ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
Jun 16, 2012
Pros: OVERALL PERFORMANCE, FEATURES, DURABLE, Simple Threading, Bobbin Winder, Light Weight, Simple to Move Around
Cons: TENSION PROBLEMS...hard to reset at times...
Summary: I purchased my Brother XL-2600i over a year ago (2010). I have always heard, by word of mouth & expertise, that the Brother name machines are of high quality & very efficient.I have used my Brother XL-2600i for many different ... read more
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Rated a Helpful Review by the Epinions community
May 3, 2009
Pros: Lightweight, easy threading, sews on buttons, automatic 1-step buttonholer, decorative stitches, quick change feet
Cons: May be best on lightweight fabrics, sometimes bundles bottom thread.
Summary: This was bought to replace some old Singer machines that had were giving trouble. Compared to the Singer, it is extremely easy to thread, and the automatic needle threader makes life very easy! I'm not a sewer, but my mother and aunt are, and ... read more
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Rated Show by the Epinions community Feb 10, 2008
Pros: Easy to use. Easy to carry around. Inexpensive.
Cons: Noisy. The stickers are ripping easily.
Summary: After using a few sewing machines from different brands, I must say that this is the easiest machine of all. Its design makes it easy to carry and use around the house. Its many settings should satisfied beginner and intermediate sewers.
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