Featuring 40 stitch patterns (including three one-step buttonholes) with easy stitch selection, the machine is a robust and reliable tool packed into a compact and modern design. I never had a single issue with them and they had the features I needed, like speed control, that make it so much easier for children to learn to sew. She loves planning and creating gardens, but most of all she enjoys getting her hands dirty, and just pottering. Calendar arrived safely in plastic-free packaging - which I've not seen before with a calendar, so kudos for that.

As with adults sewing machines, you ideally want an easy-to-use machine (from threading the needle to not having to faff about finding the correct stitch), that is lightweight, reliable, safe and affordable. Projects include: patchwork cushion, applique bags, crazy dolls, cute bears, little lavender bods and more ! However I realised that the tension was screwed down really tight and once I loosened it off considerably I managed to get it stitching quite well.Every project has step-by-step artworks to guide you, plus a skill level so you can start with easy items and move on to more challenging things as you get better at using your machine.

These cheap-o machines will only cause you frustration, and if you're a beginner, you'll start to wonder what you're doing wrong and why you’re having so many problems when trying to sew.

Most people assume they can get their first sewing machine for under a hundred bucks, then go off to Walmart and pick up the cheapest one. Make a rag doll, and then clothes for it, too, to get a feel for dressmaking, or create a fabric games board for playing draughts and chess. The Hobbycraft HD17 Heavy Duty Sewing Machine will make the perfect choice for even the most demanding of jobs. Finance is provided by PayPal Credit (a trading name of PayPal UK Ltd, Whittaker House, Whittaker Avenue, Richmond-Upon-Thames, Surrey, United Kingdom, TW9 1EH). M Godding Books Ltd is an internet book business running from Wiltshire and sending books all over the world every working day.

Series consultant on the ‘My First’ children’s craft series, Susan Akass is also the author of many popular reading scheme books and children’s picture books, as well as a full-time primary school teacher. A good strong bag, the machine fits nicely into this one, it has a large pocket also on the front to fit all your bits and bobs, strong handles, i think this one could also be used as a going away bag just on it's own. Whether you’ve tried sewing and are now looking for your first machine or entirely new to it, the range has some of the best starter sewing machines available.Alison McNicol is an expert in teaching children to sew and has written the Learn To Sew: Kids series of best-selling sewing books for kids. Read more about the condition New: A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. This durable, lightweight machine helps you produce professional quality stitches quickly and easily, with a wealth .