11 of 11 people found the following review helpful
Very Happy with this Machine,
January 30, 2011 This review is from: Brother CE-5500 Limited Edition Project Runway Computerized Sewing Machine
I bought the Brother 5500 Project Runway machine to teach myself how to sew. I have to say, so far so good. For new sewers, yes it can be complicated, but so are most sewing machines. That's why there are beginner classes in places like Joanne's.
I'm made my way through most of the instruction manual and I'm pretty excited to start making my first project.
Having so many different types of stiches is awesome!
The automatic threader is SWEET! Especially since I now have 40 year old eyes. :) It took about 10 minutes to figure it out the first time, but that's not really a big deal.
I would definitely buy this machine again. I've seen great reviews about the quality of the Project Runway models all over the internet & that's what helped me to decide on this brand. I think this model will also serve me well when I become a more experienced sewer as well.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
nice beginning machine,
January 10, 2011 Jessica Daman "Jess" (FLORENCE, KY, US) - See all my reviews
This review is from: Brother CE-5500 Limited Edition Project Runway Computerized Sewing Machine
My husband bought this machine for me as a birthday gift. I will start by saying I really am a beginner and was very pleased that I got the machine threaded and managed to repair a cloth purse with it. Since I really don't know what I am doing I found the included manual very helpful in getting the machine set up. I also like that it has so many stitch options and it was easy even for a novice like myself to figure out how to change stitches with the included chart in the manual. Overall I am very happy with my purchase and am excited to start sewing some fabulous curtains and pillows. I only gave it 4 stars out of five because the bobbin cover and some other parts are plastic and I think metal would be a more sturdy option. However for what it cost and the fact that I can actually manage to use the machine I am happy.
9 of 9 people found the following review helpful
The best sewing machine I've ever used,
July 23, 2011 Tara - See all my reviews
This review is from: Brother CE-5500 Limited Edition Project Runway Computerized Sewing Machine
I absolutely love this machine! Sewing since I was young this is the first sewing machine I've owned that's more than basic (or super old!). The automatic bobbin feed and threader is the best invention ever! I have a lot of trouble threading needles because of tremor in my hands and bad eyes -- this makes it SUPER easy. I do agree with some of the other reviews, it takes a few minutes to figure out how to use the automatic threader, but once you do it's amazing how quick and easy it is. My last sewing machine had trouble sewing through layers of thick duck cloth -- this was able to zip right through with no problems whatsoever. I have only had the machine for a few days, and haven't explored all the options yet. I basically have only used it for basic sewing, but so far it is great. The foot control is very sensitive to the pressure you put on it, so you are able to sew as quickly or slowly as you want. My last machine would either not move at all or move at what felt like a...Read more
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