Brother CS8060 70-Stitch Function Computerized Free Arm Sewing Machine

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Brother CS8060 70-Stitch Function Sewing Machine
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  1. Kitchen
  2. Publisher: Brother
  3. Sales Rank in Kitchen & Housewares: #127293

Product Review

Brother's CS-8060 is a computerized sewing machine featuring 70 stitch functions.This machine features a unique quick-load thread cassette threading system.You simply thread the cassette place it in the machine and the machine is automatically threaded including the needle!The 70 built-in stitch functions include utility stitches, decorative stitches, and heirloom and quilting stitches.This model also has a super-wide 7mm zigzag for large decorative stitches.There is a built-in LED display with easy to use computerized stitch selection. The CS-8060 has a start/stop button to allow you to sew without a foot control if you choose and an electronic speed adjustment so you can select your most comfortable sewing speed.The CS-8060 also features a programmable needle-stop position (needle up/needle down) and drop feed capability which are both great features for quilting.

Amazon.com Review

Durable, sophisticated, and highly versatile, this sewing machine features 70 stitch functions, 50 built-in stitches, and computerized controls that render sewing tasks precise, quick, and efficient. The machine's quick-load cassette threading system automatically threads the needle, and an LED monitor makes stitch selection simple and clear. Designed for utility, decorative, heirloom, and quilting projects, the machine sews straight, zigzag, overcasting, and blind hem stitches as well as appliqué, patchwork, and free-motion quilting stitches. It has settings for stretch and elastic stitching, reinforcement stitching, eyelet stitching, and five different varieties of decorative stitching, scallop and smocking included. The extensive menu also includes a built-in one-step buttonholer with automatic sizing and five styles for speed and convenience. Thread tension adjusts automatically with a manual dial for customization, while speed is adjusted electronically for exact comfort and control.

Quilting extras on this model include programmable needle-stop position and drop feed capability, while standard conveniences include adjustable stitch width and length, a reverse-sewing option, and a flat sewing surface that converts to free-arm for cuffs and pant legs. Brother's design incorporates a built-in sewing light and carrying handle, as well as a cache for accessories. The accessories here are extensive, including feet for buttonholes, overcasting, monogramming, zippers, blind stitching, and button fitting. The machine also comes with a seam ripper, four bobbins, a needle set, a twin needle, an eyelet punch, and a cleaning brush. A quick reference chart and a bilingual instruction manual in Spanish and English help you when you get stuck, and a cloth cover protects the machine. This model carries a 25-year limited warranty. --Emily Bedard

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Customer Reviews

Average Customer Review
4.1 out of 5 stars (9 customer reviews)

100 of 102 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Excited about my new CS8060 Brother sewing machine, September 28, 2004
N. Mytels (San Diego, CA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brother CS8060 70-Stitch Function Computerized Free Arm Sewing Machine (Kitchen)
I purchased this machine because, of the brands I considered, this one had an amazingly great price tag for the number and type of features offered. The only customer internet review I could find for it complained that they had to return the machine because they could not figure out how to wind the bobbin. It took me three tries to wind the bobbin, but I see now that I missed in the directions that there is a notch in the bobbin that has to be aligned onto the winder. Also, it seems the bobbin winder cover has to be fully pushed back and open, which makes sense because that is where the winder thread guide is, but this tip is not spelled out in the directions.

I really like that fact that there are actually two separate manuals, one in English and one in Spanish. No more skimming pages for the directions in English.

In the manual, only five optional accessories are listed and these are quilting foot, quilting guide, walking foot, guide foot, and side cutter...Read more


37 of 37 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars My other machine is a Bernina., July 25, 2005
Plein Jane (new england) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brother CS8060 70-Stitch Function Computerized Free Arm Sewing Machine (Kitchen)
All right, so I don't have this exact machine. I have the Brother CS6000, which is pretty much exactly the same but without the cartridge-bobbin-thingy. I am just jumping in to say I agree with the experience of the previous reviewer, who said dealers are uncomfortable with this machine, and I think we can all understand why. There is little need to pay thousands of dollars for a high-end sewing machine, unless of course you can afford to, because this machine proves that excellent quality is finally available in a very reasonable price range. My other machine is a ten-year-old Bernina, which I would never part with, but it's pretty basic and I wanted to try a machine with dozens of fancy stitches and some more up-to-date computerized features. After test-driving several brands at a national sewing expo, I realized that there was no way I could afford even a mid-range computerized machine. They've just gotten waaaay too expensive. I was pretty disappointed, because I have...Read more


38 of 39 people found the following review helpful
4.0 out of 5 stars Love it--- most of the time, November 23, 2004
V. Lambert "Tuck's Lady69" (Chattanooga, TN United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Brother CS8060 70-Stitch Function Computerized Free Arm Sewing Machine (Kitchen)
I bought this machine about a year ago because of all the features and the terrific price. You definitely have to READ THE INSTRUCTIONS carefully, but it sews beautifully!! It's easy to use and very portable.

I have two complaints: 1) I lost the large spool cap-- couldn't find it anywhere (the Brother website was no help at all) but I finally found a replacement at Sears for $2.16 but it cost me 6 bucks to have it shipped. 2) For some reason the automatic threader doesn't always work (time to re-read the instructions to be sure it's threaded properly).

Great machine for a beginner or someone wanting to improve their sewing skills (that's me!)

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