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Best Machines

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Best Sewing and Embroidery Combination Machines

Brother PE900 product image

Best Embroidery Machines for Beginners

Janome HD3000 sewing machine

Best Heavy-Duty Sewing Machines for Home Workshops

Janome Horizon 8200QCP Special Edition sewing machine

Best Sewing Machines for Quilting

Janome MOD-15 sewing machine

Best Sewing Machines for Beginners

Juki HZL-F600 sewing machine

Best Computerized Sewing Machines for Home Use

Comparisons

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Juki TL-18QVP Haruka sewing machine

Juki TL-18QVP vs TL-2010Q: When Is Micro-Lift Worth It?

Singer Quantum Stylist 9960 sewing machine

Singer 9960 vs 9985: LCD Value or Touchscreen Depth?

Bernette B33 product image

Bernette B33 vs B37: Mechanical or Computerized Control?

PooLin EOC05 sewing machine

PooLin EOC05 vs EOC06: Compact Hoop or Large Field?

Singer 4423 sewing machine

Singer 4423 vs 4452: Is the Accessory Bundle Worth It?

Juki TL-2010Q sewing machine

Juki TL-2010Q vs Janome 1600P-QC: Straight-Stitch Rivals

Sewing Guides

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Can You Quilt on a Regular Sewing Machine? Check Your Current Setup

Can You Quilt on a Regular Sewing Machine? Check Your Current Setup

Original editorial illustration for How to Thread a Sewing Machine Without Missing the Take-Up Lever

How to Thread a Sewing Machine Without Missing the Take-Up Lever

Original editorial illustration for Why Sewing Machine Thread Bunches Under the Fabric

Why Sewing Machine Thread Bunches Under the Fabric

Original editorial illustration for Sewing Machine Needle Sizes and Types Explained

Sewing Machine Needle Sizes and Types Explained

Original editorial illustration for How to Clean a Sewing Machine Without Assuming It Needs Oil

How to Clean a Sewing Machine Without Assuming It Needs Oil

Original editorial illustration for Embroidery Hoop Size vs Embroidery Area

Embroidery Hoop Size vs Embroidery Area

Latest Reviews

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Singer X5004-HD Review: Strong Edge Results, Demanding Threading
Garment Sewing

Singer X5004-HD Review: Strong Edge Results, Demanding Threading

Singer S14-78 Review: Knit Edges, Threading and Everyday Setup
Garment Sewing

Singer S14-78 Review: Knit Edges, Threading and Everyday Setup

Singer MX231 Review: More Adjustment, Still a Setup Learning Curve
Garment Sewing, Mechanical

Singer MX231 Review: More Adjustment, Still a Setup Learning Curve

Singer M2100 Review: Simple Stitch Choices, Uneven Setup Experiences
Mechanical, Portable

Singer M2100 Review: Simple Stitch Choices, Uneven Setup Experiences

Juki HZL-HT740 Review: Useful Sewing Controls, Modest Lettering
Computerized, Garment Sewing

Juki HZL-HT740 Review: Useful Sewing Controls, Modest Lettering

Janome MyStyle 100 Review: Simple Dials, Manual Threading
Mechanical, Portable

Janome MyStyle 100 Review: Simple Dials, Manual Threading

Janome HD5000 Review: Mechanical Control for Household Seams
Heavy Duty, Mechanical

Janome HD5000 Review: Mechanical Control for Household Seams

Janome 3160QOV Review: A Class Machine with Useful Quilting Controls
Computerized, Portable, Quilting

Janome 3160QOV Review: A Class Machine with Useful Quilting Controls