Best Sewing Machines for Layers

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Brother XL-2610

$115.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
feels a bit flimsy by sews through 4 layers at a time.
from www.amazon.com
i have sewn with many layers of denim, very light fabrics, and much in between with great success.
from www.amazon.com
*stitches smoothly through everything i have so far...although i've not attempted to stitch through multiple layers of denim yet.
from www.amazon.com
this machine had no problem sewing through the thick layers.
from www.amazon.com
it does get a little noisey when i sew over thick areas with several layers of fabric, but otherwise handles it well and does not drop a stitch or jam up.

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Positives: Fast Stitching, Easy To Use, Compact, Type: Mechanical

2 RECOMMENDED by 6 people for LAYERS

Rex RX-07

$22.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.overstock.com
the layers were too thick for it to handle.
from www.overstock.com
it's quick and can sew through four layers of fairly thick fabric.
from www.overstock.com
i was able to sew through two layers of heavy terrycloth without a problem."
from www.amazon.com
well, it just chug-chug-chugged through four layers of fleece.

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Positives: Compact, Easy To Assemble, Excellent Portability, Additional Features: Carry Handle

3 RECOMMENDED by 9 people for LAYERS

Brother CS6000i Computerized

$190.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
intuitive, easy, sews though a couple layers of denim, it has rejuvenated my interest in sewing.
from www.amazon.com
i was able to put in a 27" heavy-duty zipper, using the needle that came with the machine (too lazy to change it), and it performed flawlessly for both sewing the zipper between heavy layers of
from www.amazon.com
this machine ran like a top, did everything i asked it to and will easily sew through many layers of cloth.
from www.amazon.com
unlike some reviewers i have had no problems with the machine using old/cheap thread, sewing multiple/thick layers or any of the other problems.
from www.amazon.com
she says it handles multiple layers and thick fabric with no problem.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Good Stitch Options, Short Learning Curve, Type: Computerized

4 RECOMMENDED by 4 people for LAYERS

Janome Hello Kitty 11706

$85.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.target.com
she and i have already made a mini-quilt, a stuffed book (no problem sewing through 6 layers and batting), an apron, a stuffed star, and fixed two curtains.
from www.target.com
it wouldn't sew through three layers of fleece.
from www.target.com
i've made cloth diapers with this (lots of layers!) and padded cloth books ( more layers!) and i had no problem sewing on various thickness of various fabrics.
from Leslie H. Kung "Baby Wearing Instructor", www.target.com
multiple layers of denim, corduroy, just thick, thick stuff!
from www.target.com
i have so far made three cushions, hemmed very thick jeans (the foot impressively handled the doubled-up layers of denim) and three other pairs of pants and i actually just finished the second of two

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Positives: Easy To Use, Compact, Fast Stitching, Type: Mechanical

5 RECOMMENDED by 6 people for LAYERS

Singer HD-110 Mechanical

$268.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.hsn.com
love this machine however, i do have a problem with 4 layers of upholstery fabric (2 layers and piping)when sewing on the wrong side of the fabric.
from Robert, NJ, www.hsn.com
it ran through 8 layers of heavy canvas like it was a single quilting square.
from www.hsn.com
i recently covered an old ottomon with a very heavy upholstery fabric and this machine zipped through the layers effortlessly.
from www.hsn.com
and the presser-foot it came with glides over thick layers of fabric...eg.
from www.amazon.com
going through several layers of heavy twill on my old machine was impossible, but this singer makes it look easy.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Great Durability, Large Fabric Compatability, Type: Mechanical

Rex RX-3600

$300.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
the machine sew through three layer of khaki easily but it does need a little help (pushing handwheel) at the seam (6 layers).
from www.amazon.com
well, it just chug-chug-chugged through four layers of fleece.
from www.amazon.com
it handled denim well, just strained a bit at the heavier seams where it was going through more than two layers.

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Positives: Compact, Nice Portability, Excellent Affordability, Additional Features: Carry Handle

Brother SE-270D Computerized

$396.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.walmart.com
use common sense when trying to sew through multiple layers.
from www.amazon.com
it doesn't like going through really thick layers.
from www.amazon.com
some thin or looser woven fabrics will even need two layers of stabilizer.
from www.walmart.com
i biggest concern was that it wouldn't be able to sew easily though thick fabrics like layers of denim and it as well overcome my expectations.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Compact, Short Learning Curve, Type: Computerized

Brother 1034D Mechanical

$260.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.walmart.com
it goes through multiple layers and thick fabrics without a fuss (unlike my sewing machine).
from www.walmart.com
it sews and cuts thru two layers of denim with no problem at all.bottom line is the brother 1034d is a great little machine for a beginning scaredy cat.
from www.walmart.com
this machine stitched everything from the sheerest fabric, to 3 layers of heavy denim.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Fast Stitching, Compact, Type: Mechanical

Brother PC-420

$525.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
intends to get into it and wants a machine that will be fun and easy to use, as well as sturdy and capable of sewing through thicker fabrics and multiple layers (i've been sewing fake fur today).
from www.amazon.com
it sews smoothly through multiple layers of fabric, interfacing and lining, with ease.
from www.amazon.com
i would highly recommend this machine to someone who is new to sewing, but really intends to get into it and wants a machine that will be fun and easy to use, as well as sturdy and capable of sewing

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Positives: Easy To Use, Fast Stitching, Compact, Type: Computerized

Euro-Pro 7500XH Mechanical

$200.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
it will sew through multiple layers.
from www.amazon.com
they had sewn various stitches through four layers of thin cotton shirt fabric.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Compact, Short Learning Curve, Type: Mechanical

Singer 7444

$180.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
i make tote bags, so i usually sew through multiple layers of fabric, interfacing, and webbing; and this machine handles it beautifully!
from www.amazon.com
i've sewn leather with it, and denim, and ballistic ripstop nylon webbing, and 4 layers of faux fur, and satin.

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Positives: Good Stitch Options, Excellent Affordability, Easy To Use, Type: Mechanical

Singer 8280 Mechanical

$90.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.target.com
it really impressed me when i stitched through 4 layers of denim with ease.
from www.amazon.com
it boasts of being able to sew through three layers of denim, but i haven't tried that yet.
from www.amazon.com
even though i have no sewing experience, the machine seems to be working well and has sewn through 6 layers of fleece without a problem.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Nice Performance, Short Learning Curve, Type: Mechanical

Brother LS-2125 Mechanical

$96.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.overstock.com
the 4-step buttonholer is awesome.the machine seemed to take multiple layers of muslin very easily, and while i have yet to test it on heavier fabrics, i think it will perform well on whatever i
from www.overstock.com
the only problem i have had with it, is when i tried to sew thru 2 layers of denim.
from www.overstock.com
it sews just fine on cotton flannel and satin, whether there are two layers or four of fabric.
from www.walmart.com
i have had issues sewing a strap back on a purse through 6 layers of satin.
from www.amazon.com
if you wanted to sew layers of three or more pieces of fabric, or something thicker like denim, forget it.

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Positives: Easy To Use, Compact, Good Affordability, Type: Mechanical

Brother ES2000 Computerized

$175.00 Est. at Amazon

from www.amazon.com
the machine does struggle a bit with the thickness of fabric layers i am sewing, but it still gets the job done.
from www.amazon.com
one person who looked at it thought that i had been sewing fabrics that were took thick; i have been making bags that have two layers of fabric and a layer of interfacing, but even given the price, i
from www.amazon.com
it struggle through two layers of fleece, and jammed up over a seam.
from www.amazon.com
and at the junction of seems where there were several layers, i had to "walk" it by hand (turn the wheel myslelf slowly for each stich.) and when i was inserting the zipper, i noticed the foot will
from www.amazon.com
it handles multiple layers fairly well- even a few layers of denim, so can do many home and clothing projects- have fun sewing!!

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Positives: Easy To Use, Good Stitch Options, Nice Performance, Type: Computerized

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Best Sewing Machines for Layers

Brother XL-2610

Rex RX-07

Brother CS6000i Computerized

Janome Hello Kitty 11706

Singer HD-110 Mechanical

Rex RX-3600

Brother SE-270D Computerized

Brother 1034D Mechanical

Brother PC-420

Euro-Pro 7500XH Mechanical

Singer 7444

Singer 8280 Mechanical

Brother LS-2125 Mechanical

Brother ES2000 Computerized

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