Brother Sewing Machine, XM1010, 10 Built-in Stitches, 4 Included Sewing Feet

I like that it is easy to transport from place to place, easy to operate and the stitches are the same you would get from a bigger machine. I also chose this machine because of the name brand.

First, I was happily surprised at its ‘normal’ size. I was expecting something almost toy like from some of the reviews. Yes, this is a real sewing machine for real adults.It’s really easy to use, right out of the box with instructions for threading and putting the bobbin in imprinted right on the machine. It has a thread cutter too.It sews at variable speed from dead slow up to a whopping 750 stitches per minute making it perfect for most household projects. It will handle most weights of cloth up to denim and courderoy. But if you want to make canvas awnings, upholster your couch or sew thick draperies you’ll need a more heavy duty machine.Overall, extremely good value!

I am a brand new sewing girl and am teaching myself. So far this has been an excellent machine and the instructional video was very helpful, especially for understanding how to thread the machine. I am using youtube videos as well, but so far the machine is working very well for my beginner projects and it's very light weight and portable, which is helpful for me because I don't have a set sewing spot or crafting room and since it's small and light it can be easily stowed away. As far as beginners go, the dial showing the different stitches and patterns is very helpful. So far, I'm definitely pleased with the purchase and it's working well for all my beginner needs (hemming pants and shortening sleeves on tank tops!)

I am new to using a sewing machine, and so far this one is working out OK. I like the compact size and portability. The foot controller cord is a bit short, but manageable--best to use on not too deep or too tall of a table. I am also still learning to manage the thread tension. It seems a bit finicky. You have to make sure to thread the upper and lower threads just so, or it may get caught/jammed. For all I know this may be typical. In short, it seems like a decent machine, but it's not foolproof. The manual is pretty easy to follow, with lots of clear diagrams to illustrate each step. There is an instructional DVD included but I haven't checked that out yet.

The Brother sewing machine is terrific. As reviewed by other purchasers, it was super easy to navigate from the instruction booklet. I was sewing within 15 minutes. It also came with a DVD as extra help if needed. I am very happy with my new machine.

After struggling with a much fancier sewing machine for years, which often needed to be taken in for adjustments, I decided to get a simple, easy to use and maintain machine. Am I ever glad I did! The Brother machine is light to carry, yet doesn't wiggle across the table while in use. The directions and accompanying DVD were straight and to the point. The switching from stitch to stitch is a no brainer, and threading it takes less than a minute. My husband remarked just the other day that I've sewn more in the past few weeks since the machine arrived, than I had in the past couple of years! I'm very happy I made the switch!

I purchased this machine on 7/7/2020 and am returning it today. Followed all instructions on how to insert bobbin and upper thread. So I was ready to go, right? Wrong! When I started to sew all I could hear was this loud "clunking" sound like gears rubbing together. I thought maybe I had threaded it all wrong, so I started over and got the very same results. I only sew for pleasure and only lightweight fabrics and I thought this basic machine would be perfect. Not so. I have never had a Brother sewing machine - I've always been a Singer girl. I think I will go back to Singer.

I was looking for something relatively inexpensive (compared to other sewing machines) but good quality (happened to order this one because needed it quickly and it was in stock). We have an older, higher end machine also but this one works just as well. Easy to use, same size as our other machine, but lighter weight. Works great. Very impressed for this price. I would recommend this for someone who wants a nice machine but doesn't want to spend too much.