it goes through multiple layers and thick fabrics without a fuss (unlike my sewing machine).
the machine arrived several days before i expected it (which was great), the dvd was very informative, the machine is easy to use and thread and it is working perfectly for what i need.
the machine came completely threaded, but i unthreaded it and threaded it again, anyway, to learn how to do it myself.
i would recommend re-threading all the threads for practice purposes before you start using it...one of the threads broke while i was sewing a shirt and it took me awhile to figure out the threading.
it's easy to thread, sews beautifully, and has some nice features, such as a couple of specialty pressure feet.this machine is great value for the price.
it sews smoothly through multiple layers of fabric, interfacing and lining, with ease.
i considered many different options but narrowed it down to three brother models--a basic, one step below this, and then this one.
i read the manual through once and was able to sew on it with confidence.
i will say that on arrival the needle-threader didn't seem to work, but the next day it worked fine - go figure.
i like not having to use a presser foot to operate the machine, and the auto thread feature is life changing for me!
when i took it out of the box i started going through the user manual was sewing within the amount of time it took to wind the bobbin and thread the machine (the automatic threader took a couple
i found threading it to be a breeze, and i do love the needle threader on this machine.
i've only had this machine for about a month, but am very impressed by it's ability to sew through denim.
the manual is very clearly written and walks you through everything you need to know to use your machine to it's fullest.
the only trouble i have had is with thread tension, i seem to need to reset the tension everytime i need to reload the bobbin- but i am unsure if it is the machine or if it is my inexperience.
i'm thrilled with the instructional video it came with, the easy to use manual, and the quality of this machine.
soon, i had it out of the box and was learning to thread it.
this is my first serger and i was a little intimidated by the thoughts of learning to thread it etc.
dvd makes the machine very easy to thread and use.
she is thrilled with it.
it is very easy to use (assuming you have been around a sewing machine before), and even has some accessories i ordered with the machine thinking i would need them (double needle, thread ripper, etc.)
the best part of the machine is how easy it is to thread both the machine and the bobbin.
i knew no sewing terms and threading a machine seemed like an impossibly enormous task.
i still glance at it when putting thread on a bobbin.
it does not feed well with the bulk i am trying to push through it, but as quilts are a once or twice a year project for me, i'm not too concerned.
it will sew through layers of heavy materials like jeans & upholestry material to thin & delicate materials.
i'm making a quilt for myself - with the help of my mother-in law, but i needled and threaded it all by myself.
the self threading feature is wonderful!
the needle threader is very handy, especially for those who have trouble seeing.
i have sticky notes all over the place to mark pertinent threading and bobbin winding instructions.
it sews fast enough for me and i have sewn before as a kid, but haven't ever learned much on how to operate a machine (mother would always thread the bobbin, etc.).
i have not operated a machine since junior high school, but i was able to follow the directions and get it threaded & running on my own (not as quickly as more experienced sewers, but it did not take
i will say that the only thread i had in the house was some really heavy gauge thread and that worked great for a while but the machine really couldn't handle it well and kept getting all tied up in
i just got this little blue baby three days ago and have been sewing up a storm!
that is definitely frustrating, but i found that by ensuring the bobbin thread that peeks out is put to the left side of the little lever on the bobbin holder, it has a lot fewer entanglement problems
the auto threading and all the basic features suits me perfectly.the great instructions and usage ease of the machine makes it a real winner for a man who knows nothing about sewing.it does about
i haven't tried to actually make something--still working through the direction booklet to learn how to use it, so all i've done is test swatches so far.
1) it has bobbin and needle threading instructions on the machine as well as in the manual and quick reference guide.
i just got this machine about a week ago, and am asolutely thrilled with it!
there are guides on the machine for threading it, which makes it very easy to do.
no more frustrating threading the machine or bobbin--i just press a button and it sews!i love the embroidery design and simple snap on hoop!great purchase at a wonderful price!
if you're just starting, it's a great, simple to use machine for beginners...it even threads itself!
i have used a high-end brother embroidery machine at a baby boutique that i use to work at, and this se270d is not as forgiving when it come to the thread and bobbin tension.
i had some problems adjusting to the auto threader in the beginning, and thought my machine was junk like the previous review.however, after reading the owners manual several times it was pretty much
it takes a little while to get use to but once you do it is so much fun, changing thread is a snap, the bobbin is easy the machine tells you how to do everything.
"this product is easy to use, and to figure out, i don't have a whole lot of sewing experience yet but i know that it is really easy to thread and really easy to adjust."
the thing i hate about this product is that it doesn't use just any thread to sew with i have to buy specific threads in order for me to sew great, i don't recommend this product because if the lack
machine for the task & cost, it just lacks some of the features i had grown accustomed to such as the swing out side cover (brother requires a screwdriver to remove) and thread cutter on the foot.
i sent it to my sister, and while on vacation there, i put it thru it's paces!i have an older model at home, and the ease of the instructions, the quality of the machine and the user friendly
i had this machine for three years and i absolutely love it!
i spent some time on my mother's machine as a kid, it was unfortunate as it broke a lot, and now i'm really learning how to do it through quilting and sewing classes.
it was a great tool in teaching me basic threading and sewing technique; but i quickly outgrew it!
the machine threads easily, the bobbin is drop in, and the needle threader really works!!
while it doesn't have automatic needle threading, that part was easy.
the manual is super easy and so is winding the bobbin and threading the machine.
i'd never threaded a machine on my own before, but there is even a numbered guide right on the machine to tell you where the top thread goes.
it was easy to thread, easy to understand, and easy to work.
i find the needle a bit awkward to thread, but hope practice helps.
very easy to thread and very user friendly.
easy to thread.
i'm new to sewing and i was a little concerned about purchasing this machine after a few of the reviews suggested that it struggled to get through some fabrics.
it's easy to adjust & you won't go crazy trying to thread the machine.
and it took me forever and a year to figure out how to thread the bobbin, and the machine since i didnt know how.
within one hour of reading how to thread the bobbin and the machine, i had hemmed a pair of pants, and repaired 3 night gowns experimenting with 5 different stitches.
i was able to thread it with no problem and i love that it has so many stitches.
i threaded the bobbin, and threaded the machine, and there it went.
i just love this machine i have had no problems at all it works well with all brands of embroidery thread i have tried very pleased
as far as the person asking about the threading make sure it is in the hook last step in threading then put it in the thread cutter .push down on side handle thats it, mine worked everytime.
my brother dealer showed me how to thread the machine properly and which needles to purchase so that i wouldn''t have any problems.
i''ve used all kinds of threads and no problems just slow down the speed for metallics.
i got a 2 thread converter with mine and nowhere in the manual does it tell you how to use it, and when i try to find it on the internet ...it comes up product not found.
as for threading the machine, it does come threaded.
very easy to use and although threading any serger is somewhat complicated the east to follow guide on the machine makes it easy.it sews very smoothly and is user friendly.great machine,especially
it was ok to thread,considering i've never had a serger before.it was all new to me,but pretty easy.i love it !
it is easy to thread i did not have to go thru any hassels to work with it....
instructions were not very complete as translated, however if you have any sewing machine knowledge at all it wasn't difficult to walk through it.
threading it is very easy.
this machineis easy to thread , but the instructions are hard to understand, not written in good english grammer.it's made of good quality materials.
since then we have purchased three more for other locations.this machine isn't "lightweight" as far as lifting or carrying.
threading is easy.
it''s like all my other machines - if you don''t thread it (or the bobbin)properly, it won''t work.
i recently covered an old ottomon with a very heavy upholstery fabric and this machine zipped through the layers effortlessly.
i have started making purses, and this machine really does sew through leather.
it ran through 8 layers of heavy canvas like it was a single quilting square.
thread bunches up.
i just got this machine today and i am thrilled with it.
it came with three bobbins, i have been to every fabric store and nothing matches the bobbins that were included with the machine.
no threading hassels, loose stiches or snaping threads, all taken care.
i was glad to see it has an automatic needle threader but i'm having trouble getting that to work.
this sewing machine was easy to thread and runs so smooth, not to loud and the stitches are great.
threading the machine is very easy and i like the bobbin window.
it has a needle threader that works and is easy to use.
this brother has a wide range of stitches, a needle threader, free-arm capability for sewing circular items and will sew several layers of fabric.
i have to admit, at first i was ready to throw the thing threw the window.
this machine is so easy to use, even i can thread the machine and bobbin with ease and thats saying a lot.
this is a simple to use machine .the threading is as easy as your sewing machine .
i learned of the brand janome through a friend who uses a bernina.
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