The 6 Best Sewing Machines for Every Skill Level

With over 19,000 ratings and 4.7 out of 5 stars on Amazon, the Brother CS6000i Sewing and Quilting Machine is one of the best sewing machines you can buy right now. What makes this sewing machine so great for beginners is that not only is it pretty affordable, but its computerized system makes it extremely simple to complete almost any sewing project with ease. The machine comes pre-loaded with 60 stitches, including special decorative stitches and seven different styles of buttonholes. And because it comes with so many stitches, you can grow into this machine as your skills improve. It also features an automatic needle threader and jam-resistant drop-in top bobbin, as well as a wider sewing table for larger projects. And the Brother CS6000i Sewing and Quilting Machine is backed by a 25-year limited warranty that includes free technical support.

If you're an advanced sewer and you want the best sewing machine available today, you'll want to check out the Juki HZL-F600 Computerized Sewing and Quilting Machine. Although the price tag’s on the heftier side, you get an industrial-grade sewing machine capable of pretty much anything you can throw at it. The computerized sewing machine comes pre-loaded with 255 built-in stitches, including everything from basic stitches to letters and decorative ones. The machine also has a ton of features, many of which are controlled by the device’s LCD display, including automatic needle threading and thread trimming, reverse sewing, quick-set bobbin winder, and much more. It can also handle multiple layers of fabric, including denim and quilting. And the Juki HZL-F600 Computerized Sewing and Quilting Machine also comes with a slew of accessories, including 12 sewing feet, a wide table, and two presser feet.

Priced at under $150, the Brother XM2701 Sewing Machine is our top pick for a budget sewing machine. This computerized sewing machine still features an automatic needle threader and drop-in top bobbin, as well as 27 built-in stitches for tackling a wide variety of sewing projects. Beginners will love how easy it is to use and navigate (it comes with an instructional DVD), and advanced sewers will love how portable and easy on the wallet it is. Despite its budget price, the sewing machine does come with quite a few features, including six sewing feet, an auto-size buttonhole, a three-piece needle set, a twin needle, and four bobbins. And the Brother XM2701 Sewing Machine is protected by a 25-year limited warranty.

If you want a cheap, user-friendly, and extremely portable sewing machine, then the Janome Lady Lilac Derby Sewing Machine might fit the bill. This sewing machine only weighs five pounds, making it extremely easy to move around and use almost anywhere. It features 10 built-in stitches easily accessed through a manual dial, making it a great option for mending, general crafting, appliques, zipper insertion, and paper crafting. It can also handle a variety of fabrics including cotton, knits, flannel, and even lightweight denim. And the Janome Lady Lilac Derby Sewing Machine also comes with some special features including a top drop-in bobbin, built-in accessory tray, tension dial, and more.

The Singer Heavy Duty 4423 Sewing Machine comes with 23 built-in stitches ranging from basic to decorative for a wide variety of sewing projects. The machine also offers a number of features, including an automatic needle threader, four different sewing feet, and an automatic one-step buttonhole maker. The Singer Heavy Duty 4423 Sewing Machine is built to last, made from a full metal frame for extra durability. And its motor is 60-percent stronger than standard sewing machine motors, allowing it to handle sewing heavier weighted fabrics like canvas or denim.

Get the sewers of tomorrow off on the right foot with the Janome Arctic Crystal Mechanical Sewing Machine — our pick for the best sewing machine for kids. Although this sewing machine is a great option for the littlest beginner sewers, it also offers enough features to keep them happy as their skills improve and grow. Kids will get to know their machine and more about sewing in general thanks to the included tutorial videos, quick start guide, and beginner accessories. Available in three fun colors, the Janome Arctic Crystal Mechanical Sewing Machine also features 15 built-in stitches, a front-loading bobbin system, a four-step buttonhole, and much more. It's also backed by a 25-year limited warranty.

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