As Seen On Tv Handy Stitch Handheld Sewing Machine

This is one of those items that really is too good to be true. I've read reviews of people saying that it doesn't work because the stitching just pulls out and because it doesn't have a second bobbin underneath, but that actually isn't true. If you pull the tailend thread through the fabric, you can tie it off and it'll hold the stitching. And the thread actually loops onto a hook underneath, where you would expect a second bobbin to be, and that's how it makes stitches.
The REAL issue with this is that the thread often slips off the the hook in the middle of sewing and you have a bunch of loose stitches. When it doesn't slip, it's great! Too bad it doesn't ever NOT slip. I managed to sew one seam of a dress I was making, the first seam, and after that it wouldn't sew without dropping stitches. Luckily I got this as a gift, and it has inspired me to start sewing, but now I need to get my hands on a actual machine that ACTUALLY sews. Don't waste your $10 + shipping on...Read more

Beginner here. Needle broke within third use. Before that the machine would get stuck on even very light material (summer cotton). Not practical for sewing in a straight line, and the seams were so weak (even after making repeated passes) I was afraid to move my arms when I put my 'tailored' shirt on lest they tear. Very disenheartening. Learn my lesson!

I bought this at Michael's Craft Store, with a 40% off coupon, bringing it down to about $6.00.. and although it may look convenient, if you have ANY sewing skills whatsoever, I would HIGHLY recommend just sewing something by hand instead of spending the money on this handheld sewing machine. It's not worth the money or the hassle in trying to get it to work. It's really loud too, and takes 4 AA batteries, which makes it pretty klunky to hold.