High quality, strength and simple operation characterize all Brother sewing machines. In addition, all models from Brother are quiet and thus very comfortable to work with. Many of the models have won tests in several countries, including Germany, England and Sweden, underlining the high quality of the sewing machines. I always find it a bonus when you get a few presser feet with your new sewing machine. The Brother FS40 comes with 7 in total all of which can be found below.

Depending on where you live, the time it may take for your exchanged product to reach you may vary.If you are looking for a utility sewing machine for regular use, the Janome 525S is one to consider. Fourth on this list is the Brother AE1700, which is a budget machine for anyone who's looking for a reliable, high-quality product, but won't be needing it for commercial or advanced project purposes. This compact, basic model is a great investment for you if you're starting out with embroidery or will be creating personal/small business projects. It is lightweight, which makes it great for those who need a machine to carry along to sewing classes. Sewing is a rewarding hobby for millions. It’s a daily or weekly task for many who make their own outfits or must constantly stitch up rips or holes in their kids’ clothes. The work can naturally be done by hand, but the vast majority of women (and men) who sew prefer to use a sewing machine. Of course, this means choosing the best sewing machine for your needs is a job far more difficult than hemming a pair of jeans or fixing a buttonhole. The wide variety of models you can choose from is confusing at best, and frustrating at worst. How many types of fabrics can they handle? Drop-in or front-loading bobbin? How important is the machine’s speed? Highly Compact: This high-quality sewing machine is extremely portable thanks to the minute build, making it both lightweight and storable in even the tightest of spaces. Often, storing a sewing machine is a mission since they're usually quite large, but the POWER mini is excellent for this, making it storable in cupboards and on shelves

The LED lights allow you see the true colours of the threads, and do not need regular replacements. All Brothers sewing machines come with the smart drop-in bobbin system, which not only makes it easy to switch bobbins, but also runs smoothly and silently (even at high speed). Simply attach the bobbin horizontally into the machine, making it super simple to thread the machine. With the transparent lid, you are ensured that it is always the right color thread that is in the machine. This machine us the ideal entry level sewing machine for anyone looking to take up sewing as a profession or hobby. In terms of build quality if looked after and maintained correctly this machine should last for many years. The 3 year warranty should give peace of mind to any with doubts. Presser Feet LCD Display and controls: stitch width/length control; recommended presser foot; needle position; tensionIf you’re looking for a simple machine that’s ideal for home sewing tasks; the AE1700 is the best value sewing machine on the market. The Silver 9400E gives you a generous 341 different stitch styles to choose from, which is a great feature for quilting and dress-making enthusiasts. Patchwork and quilting becomes an even more enjoyable task. Additionally, this sewing machine offers 10 buttonholes with auto installation, as well as two alphabet stitches. The Singer 4411 is very easy to use and makes your sewing experience convenient. Singer 4411 Heavy Duty Sewing Machine Features

If you are thinking of investing in a computerised model the FS40 is a great option for both beginners and experienced users. The relatively cheap price of this model and ease of use makes it ideal for newbies. Furthermore the good range of sewing features make it an affordable choice for more experienced sewing enthusiasts that don’t want to spend too much. For more info on the brother brand read: Brother Sewing Machines. When it comes to heavy duty and professional sewing, the Brother FS100WT Free Motion is the ideal sewing machine. In addition to the 100 stitches there is also an alphabet set. Compared to some computerised sewing machines the set is quite limited with 55 characters in total. The set includes a mixture of both letters and numbers. It is worth noting that the letters are uppercase only and the size can’t be adjusted. Consequently, if you use lettering quite a lot you may want to consider a machine with more options. Design and Build QualityThe Singer 1507 is compact and a perfect size for sewing classes. Singer Model 1507 Sewing Machine Features This computerised embroidery machine automatically alters the thread colours as the design progresses- you really don't have to do anything! This Brother is easy to use, light to carry around and has lots of great features. It's also very quiet compared to my old machine. I like that you can use with or without a foot pedal and am having fun monogramming items with the built in letter pre-sets. It feels really well made. Button controls: stop/start; reverse stitching; maximum stitch speed slider; needle positioning slider; tension control If you're a professional crafter looking for an industrial quality embroidery machine but without the industrial-sized price tag (or noise levels!) the Brother Innov-is V3 embroidery-only machine is just the thing you're looking for.