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List Price: $599.99
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I bought this machine on Dec 21 of last year. The machine is sturdy and I agree with other comments that threading, tension adjustment and most sewing is very easy with this machine. The reason it doesn't get a 5 star is because Singer (the company) cut corners on it. Most machines at this price point (mid-tier) have enough features to take you to intermediate sewing levels. One key feature that differentiates beginner sewing from intermediate sewing is the ability to create perfect straight stitches. The most difficult straight stitches are in curves (as in princess seams) and in difficult to sew or sheer fabrics (i.e. slippery silks, chiffons, organzas, lace, etc). That's when you need to use a straight stitch throat place in your machine; not doing so invites skipped and uneven stitches. Singer chose not to build an additional throat plate for this machine.

Most machines brands similar in price provide this plate as an accessory you can buy. I assumed Singer would as well so I bought the machine without checking. Now I'm stuck with a machine that's overpriced but still performs at beginner levels. Make sure that if you're going to pay more $500 or more on your machine, this machine will allow you to sew for at least 4-6 years. Assuming your sewing ability will increase, the machine should have all the features you will need by the end of its useful life.

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Got this as a Christmas present for me from me! I love it, lots of feature, many decorative stiches. So far using it for quilting and Zhu-Zhu clothes for the grandchildren. It's more complicated than machines I've had before (basic mechanical Kenmore, Singer) This was a real upgrade for me. no problems at all, except when I didn't read the instructions it's new and as with any new "toy" it has it's own way of doing things. Once I went through the instructions it worked just like I wanted it to. There were several feet that came with it that I didn't recognize, I called Singer, gave them the model number and they sent me individual sheets on each of them. Well worth the money.

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I got this machine a few weeks ago to sew quilts, pillowcases, blankets, curtains, zippers, and mending clothing. Overall, i REALLY like it. However i do have a few issues with the machine.

As one user pointed out, its rather difficult to sew in a straight line! i definetly had to practice on it before i started working. for some reason, when you set it to straight stich, i find it wants to pull the fabric to the right (while on a slow speed). When i push the footpedal down more, the fabric stays mostly striaght. you would think that with a slower speed it wouldnt want to pull...im a new sewer so i know that, with practice, i will be able to sew in a straight line.

also the footpedal design is flawed...severely. I actually had to return the first machine i purchased. The way they attached the connector to the power source (when you plug in the footpedal into the machine) is bent so, over time, the footpedal will not work because the connection is not entirely solid. Thats a bit of a damper but i got a new one with ease. i just know i will have to replace it in the future!!

otherwise i love this machine!

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Well after owning this machine for 2 years I have had enough with the timing on this thing. It is most frustrating, to be sewing a straight line to find the last 2 feet haven't picked up the lower bobbin thread. Back to the shop have the timing re timed once again at the cost of $89 each time. Enough with this thing. Something the repair shop said was Singer's machines all continue to have timing problems. They are very sensitive to you turning the wheel backwards. It really throws them off. So for my next machine I guess I am headed back to a Brother. Too bad. My first machine was a Singer, my Mom's machine was a Singer, and my Grandmother's machine ( with peddles) was a Singer. My last machine was a Brother and this Singer Curvy caught my eye as something basic with a bit more flair if I wanted it. I don't quilt, I don't embroider I basically make clothing, costumes and curtains/drapes. On to something better.

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I bought this machine for my birthday and it is so much noisier than my old White machine. And it only has one speed: triple fast! Very disappointed and thinking about returning it.