Sewing machines are industrial and domestic. Industrial buy depending on needs. Take into account the fabrics that she will have to sew. By the same principle, they choose a household sewing machine. But usually you have to use a wide variety of fabrics. Few people buy a few pieces to work with different types of material.
Requirements for cars
When choosing a household one, buyers are interested in which sewing machine is the best. This definitely cannot be said. Indeed, one is enough to make a few simple seams, while others need to be embroidered. Almost everyone has to stitch loops or edges of fabric. Therefore, the choice must be taken with all seriousness. After all, often such things do not buy. And after you bought a machine and explored all its features, it may turn out that it does not have the most necessary functions.
The sewing machine should be:
- reliable;
- hardy;
- beautiful;
- not very expensive.
You will have to pay for each function. Therefore, those of them that you probably will not need, you can not look for.
Types of cars
All sewing machines can be divided into three classes:
- Mechanical: Singer, Seagull.
- Electromechanical: according to the principle of operation, they are similar to mechanical, but you do not have to twist the drive with your hand or foot. It will make electric energy for you.
- Machines with software control.
Mechanical cars
You can buy them now with your hands or in thrift stores. But if you already have one at home, then you can start sewing on it too. Moreover, such a machine has its advantages, especially over inexpensive electromechanical ones. Customer reviews say that with its help you can sew leather and cut jeans.
The advantage of work for a beginning seamstress on such a machine is that its speed is easier to regulate than in an electric one. Less - you need to learn how to simultaneously rotate with one hand or foot in the same plane, and with the other hand to direct the fabric under the needle.
There is only one seam in such a machine; only the stitch length is adjustable.
Electromechanical sewing machines
When working on such machines, there is no need to turn by hand or foot (it works when you press a special pedal with your foot). In addition, functionality increases: a certain number of seams is added. Such machines can sew a button, embroider patterns.
It is believed that this is the best sewing machine for all categories of users.
Smart cars with computer
Such a machine will not only help you, but also give advice if problems arise. It hosts a computer with a processor. It can produce many functions. There can be more than a hundred seams alone. There is an opportunity to embroider a stitch and a cross. By entering a special program, you can get beautiful and original patterns that even experienced embroiderers cannot do.
The machine will tell the thickness of the thread, the type of seam, punctures the fabric with the desired effort. May warn of possible errors. A display is provided for this.
Such a machine will minimize the possibility of failures. But you will also need to strictly comply with all the requirements of the instructions. If you do something wrong, the program may even block the work until the cause is eliminated.
User reviews say that sometimes they can’t understand why the machine doesn’t want to work. After consulting with a specialist, it may turn out that the reason is simple. For example, the thread used is not the thickness that is needed for this fabric.
It is necessary immediately after purchasing the machine to carefully read the instructions. But not everyone will be able to master it in this way. Imagine that you need to learn how to work on a computer, only according to the instructions. It is almost impossible.
Damage to her still happen. And repairing it will cost a pretty penny. Yes, and the machine itself with a computer is very expensive.
The best machines of the new generation are created by the same manufacturers as the electromechanical ones: Bernina Bernette-2092, Brother NX-200.
What you need to pay attention to
The life of the sewing machine depends on what materials its parts are made of.
- The puncture strength depends on the power of the model. It affects the thickness of the fabric that can be sewn with it.
- Sewing speed. Usually its limits are the same for all cars. The speed depends on how hard the seamstress presses on the pedal. Beginners need to learn how to regulate pressure so that they have time to work with their hands. And over time, after the experience appears, you can work faster.
- The pressure force of the foot. It can be adjusted manually or automatically. Before buying, you need to see how the foot rises. Then find out what fabric you can sew.
- Shuttle. This part of the machine is one of the main ones. In economy class models, shuttles are vertical, swinging. An example is the famous "Seagull". Probably everyone saw her metal cap for the bobbin and tried to insert it in the right place. Not very convenient, but it turns out. Such a machine is very noisy during operation, and the thread imperceptibly ends. But the vertical shuttle is very reliable in operation. Such models are cheaper. Horizontal works without a cap at all. In sight, under a transparent cover made of plastic lies a bobbin. At any minute you can look and see the number of threads. Such cars work smoother and quieter. Their price is slightly higher than that of models with a vertical stroke. The disadvantage is a plastic shuttle.
Loop execution
The loop is usually in a conspicuous place. Therefore, the appearance of the entire product largely depends on its quality. Various machines produce a loop in different ways: in automatic mode or semi-automatic.
Cheap cars make it in 4 stages. In the process, the fabric does not rotate. Only the direction of movement of the needle is switched.
Automatic sweeping is done in expensive cars using a special foot. It is installed in the holder, the width of the button is measured. Further the process takes place automatically.
Equipment
Usually complete with a sewing machine are sets of needles and a set of paws. But there are a lot of them.
If you need one that is not in the kit, buy it.
Cheap cars
The best sewing machine for the home is unlikely to be cheap.
Inexpensive cars will do their job perfectly if you flash thin or not very thick materials with their help. This can be a bed, towels, other household items. But thick fabrics, for example, jeans in several layers, you can hardly sew through the skin with it. You cannot sew lightning into dense fabrics.
This is due to the fact that some parts in such machines are made of plastic, durable and light. This allows you to reduce the cost of cars, but under heavy loads they can break. Thick fabrics are sewn with durable threads. This causes the shuttle to wear out quickly. As a result, after some time it will need to be changed.
Customer reviews suggest that the quiet running of the machine indicates a large number of plastic components. And such models are usually short-lived.
What can a sewing machine
In addition to simple inexpensive cars, there are multifunctional ones. What is the best sewing machine?
Many models perform such a number of seams that under normal conditions is unlikely to be needed. After all, the usual stitch, zigzag, blind stitch, buttonhole stitching are most often used. Some of them require the use of additional legs.
Mini sewing machine
The best and cheapest, besides taking up little space. Such models are lightweight, easy to carry and just hide away from the eyes so that they do not take up space in the room. Such cars are especially convenient in small-sized apartments. For them, you do not need to allocate a permanent place.
Of course, people engaged in professional sewing, such a model will not be enough. And for those who need a sewing machine from time to time, the reviews “the best and cheapest”, expressed regarding the mini-version, confirm.
An example of such a model is the Tailor. It has two speeds and a foot pedal. Suitable for troubleshooting any clothing problems. It can scribble almost any seam. Sews double thread. It can work on batteries. Price 1700 rub.
What is the smallest and at the same time a good mini sewing machine? Reviews (the best and most inexpensive) are called the VLK Napoli 2100 model, which produces one seam. There is a zigzag foot. Product weight is only half a kilogram. The machine will help to sew a seam that has been split, or to sew very simple products.
There is even a foot for stitching zippers. The cost is about 700 rubles.
Gets a mini-sewing machine reviews (the best and most inexpensive) due to the fact that it is suitable for teaching children. They buy it to complete home economics assignments.
The best mini sewing machine Zimber ZM-10918. She makes 8 operations. The price is about 800 rubles. The shuttle is horizontal rotational. The loop is formed semi-automatically. There is a two-level lever for raising the presser foot. It will not replace a full-fledged machine, but can help out at the right time. Does not sew dense and thick fabrics. Customer reviews say that they take this machine even on trips.
The best manufacturers of electromechanical machines
What is the most popular sewing machine? Reviews (the best and most inexpensive) deserved the products of European firms Bernina, Pfaff, and Asian Janome, Brother, Juki. Not inferior to the model of the world famous American company Singer. They released the first model at the end of the 19th century. Their products are very high-quality sewing machine.
Reviews (the best) deservedly relate to Japanese Janome models . Production is located in Japan and neighboring countries. Models are intended for a wide range of consumers.
The next most popular company is Brother, also a Japanese manufacturer. But their models have more plastic parts, so they are inferior to Janome in reliability. This applies, first of all, to professional seamstresses. And for infrequent sewing, it is quite suitable.
Experts advise determining the number of metal parts by comparing the weight of the machines. The heavier it is, the more metal is used in their manufacture.
But light weight can be an advantage when the machine is used periodically, and after use it must be moved from place to place.
Brother
Brother is a Japanese brand that produces cars for beginners and professionals. The Brother Prestige 300 model, in addition to the basic functions, allows you to switch the position of the conveyor, adjust the stitch and stitch parameters. Loops automatically or in several steps.
What kind of reviews does this sewing machine collect? The best and cheapest, has all the necessary functions. Easy to use, has a soft pedal and needle threader. Performs 21 operations. There is a function switch with tips to make it easier to remember them or quickly find the right one. The machine does loops automatically. Users say that it is very convenient for beginners who do not have enough experience. In order to make a loop, just install the foot designed for this and insert the button. There is a reverse. Good machine of the middle class.
Brother Universal 25
Small electromechanical sewing machine. The best and cheapest for so many operations. She can carry them 25. The price is about 8 thousand rubles. There is a needle threader. It processes elastic fabrics, including knitted. A sleeve removable platform allows you to sew small parts. The machine performs a loop semi-automatically. There is an overlock line. User reviews say that she copes with the processing of leatherette, jeans. Of course, the seams of dense tissues pass with tension. And summer jeans sew in four layers. The machine is lightweight, compact, it is easy to hide it in a cabinet or other place, and install it at the moment when you need to sew. For small apartments, this is the most convenient model. Reviews say that the machine works quietly, there is no adjustment of the zigzag width. With proper care (lubrication, cleaning, proper selection of threads and needles) works great for many years.
User reviews note that the user manual is simple, detailed. It helps to quickly master the machine.
Customer reviews say that when using the wrong thread, needle or fabric, the upper thread wraps around the shuttle. But troubleshooting is easy.
Janome Sewist 521 / SE518
The model is powered by an electric drive. Suitable for all categories of seamstresses. It is easy to learn and use, it can perform a large number of functions.
The price is 3.5 thousand rubles.
Many believe that this is a good sewing machine. Reviews (the best and cheapest) she deserved because she works quietly, does not interfere with others. This is especially true for young mothers, whose children she does not interfere with sleep.
Some users do not like that the machine does not have a foot for an overlock seam.
There are complaints that she ceases to perform a zigzag line. Instead, it turns out an even seam. But these are isolated cases.
Janome 5500
The rating of sewing machines is led by the Janome 5500 model. The price is about 7 thousand rubles. This is an electromechanical model. Suitable for processing all types of fabrics. Performs 15 operations. Manufacturer Thailand. The shuttle is vertical. What reviews does the sewing machine collect? The best and cheapest Janome 5500 belongs to the budget class products. It is ideal for repairs and easy tailoring.
But there are other reviews. Users say that the machine is not configured, the thread located below does not have tension. Experts attribute this to ignorance, failure to follow instructions, violation of sewing technology.
Pfaff Smarter 160S
What reviews does this sewing machine have? The best and cheapest German model, according to buyers. True, it is manufactured in China, where the company's enterprises are located . She performs 23 operations. The loop is performed automatically. The shuttle moves horizontally. Performs all kinds of seams. The stitch and stitch parameters are continuously adjustable, the tension of the upper thread and the pressure force of the presser foot are adjustable. The bobbin is wound automatically. LED backlighting is very bright and reliable.
Tissue transportation is disabled for darning or quilting. There is a removable platform for the sleeve.
The package includes a large set of needles. Users say the double needle is not there.
Minerva m320
It weighs a little more than 7 kg. Powered by an electric drive. In the kit there are additional legs for performing various operations. It is possible to sew with a double needle, the reverse function. The price is about 6 thousand rubles.
Reviews about the model are different - from enthusiastic to negative. The users do not like the light weight of the machine. The silumin feed rail is suspicious. They say such a design is not reliable. Some could not figure out the work of a filler tanker. Most consumers like the appearance, quality of the machine.
Which car to choose
Depending on the brand and requirements, different reviews are collected by each sewing machine. The best and cheapest for beginners is the Seagull or a similar model with a vertical shuttle. Especially if it came from relatives, and you do not need to buy it. The machine should perform a buttonhole operation in one of the possible ways.
For those who sew a lot, sometimes do it to order, a machine is more expensive, for 10 thousand rubles. and more. She will be able to sew dense fabrics, has more seams and operations.
A sewing machine with program control is suitable for those who constantly sew to order.
Precautionary measures
Experts advise reading the instructions for the machine at least five times, because it’s difficult to remember all the details at once. This is especially true for machines with programmed control. If further questions arise, you need to constantly consult the recommendations of specialists.
Any machine must be protected, only the fabrics provided for in the instruction must be sewn. Need to change needles and threads in time when changing the thickness of the processed material.