Low To Medium Priced Computerized Sewing Machine Comparisons

With the Brother SE400 Sewing and Embroidery Machine you will be able to download updates and additional embroidery patterns from your home computer. The USB cable comes with the machine. And it's got a card slot that will hold Brother embroidery cards sold separately. A very cool feature is the LCD display on the front of the machine has video tutorials included. No hunting them down on You Tube.

• You get 70 included embroidery designs, 67 sewing stitches with 98 stitch functions, 120 frame pattern combinations, and 5 embroidery lettering fonts. And customize your projects by increasing or decreasing the stitch size, and even rotate them and create mirror images.
• A bright LCD screen with tutorial guides, and an on screen reference guide lets you find designs and learn the functions quickly.
• The machine comes with a handy automatic needle threader - the instructions are on the reference guide, and the bobbin winds with a push of a button. It also cuts your thread automatically. No more searching for where you left the scissors.
• This sewing machine has the capability to download thousands of designs from iBroidery.com.
• 7 accessory feet - Buttonhole foot, Overcasting foot, Monogramming foot, Zipper foot, Blind Stitch foot, Button Fitting foot, Embroidery foot.
• You can use the foot pedal or use the start / stop button.
• It will zip through your projects at 710 stitches per minute or you can set an automatic speed that you like best.
• Use the free arm for tight projects and the flatbed surface for large projects.
• Lots of accessories - embroidery arm, accessory bag with seam ripper, needle set, twin needle, cleaning brush, eyelet punch, 3 screwdrivers, touch pen, 3 spool caps, an extra spool pin, scissors, embroidery bobbin thread, instruction CD, language setting sheet, felt with stabilizer, USB cable, power cord and Operation Manual. Whew! And it's got a 25 year limited warranty.

• The CS6000i has 60 built-in stitches to choose from - 20 for sewing clothes, 20 decorative, 6 heirloom, 7 quilting, and 7 button hole sizes.
• There are 9 different presser feet to guide almost any type of fabric through with ease.
• There's a larger sewing bed that can be added when you are working on a bigger project, and the small free arm for working on smaller things like sleeves.
• It's portable and has a hard carrying case.
• The back-lit LCD display screen allows you to select just the right stitch quickly and easily.
• There is an automatic needle threader and easy bobbin winder.
• Accessories include a needle set, twin needle, 3 spool caps, a spool pin, 3 bobbins, a cleaning brush, seam ripper, screwdriver, eyelet punch, power cord, and operation manual.

Janome Is Another Popular And Trusted Name In Sewing - Did You Know They Are The Former White Sewing Machine Company?

The 7330 is the top of the Janome's Magnolia line of sewing machines. It's slightly smaller than a full size machine and lightweight to take with you anywhere you need to sew.

• 30 built in sewing stitches that you can choose easily because they are shown on the front panel of the machine. And 6 button hole stitches with a sensor to adjust to the correct size.
• A sliding bar that makes the stitch speed faster or slower, with a conveniently located reverse button.
• A jam proof top loading bobbin system that's see through, and auto bobbin winding.
• A zipper foot, satin stitch foot, and buttonhole foot - they snap on easily and lift extra high for larger sewing projects.
• Lightweight with a carrying handle.
• Removable free arm - built in needle threader - one hand motion thread cutter.
• 15 needle positions with a memorized up/down key. And an automatic needle stop up feature.
• Accessory kit and warranty.

The Singer 7258 Stylist sewing machine offers many of the options in a more expensive model, and it's extremely affordable. If you are an occasional seamstress or on a tight budget this is the perfect choice.

• This sewing machine has 100 built-in stitches. Yep you read that right - there are 100 different stitches for sewing garments, quilts, craft, home decor, buttonholes, you name it. And you choose them with a push of a button.
• Automatic needle threader and you program whether the needle is up or down needle when sewing stops. And there's an auto tie off feature so you don't have to worry about anything unraveling.
• Comes with a DVD that teaches you how to work everything with videos.
• Top drop in bobbin area with clear view and automatic bobbin winder.
• 13 needle positions and the capability to sew with dual needles.
• 10 different presser feet included that snap on and off for easy changing.
• The electronic start & stop and speed control features allow you to skip the foot pedal.
• 25-year limited warranty including 25 years parts, 5 years electronic and 1 year labor.

• 600 built-in stitches including 13 styles of fully automatic one-step buttonholes, stretch stitches for sewing fashions, quilts, home décor, and crafts. You can elongate and mirror the stitches, and it has a maximum 7mm wide setting which is great for satin and applique.
• The automatic power control maintains sewing speed through thick or changing fabric conditions. You can sew multiple layers of fabric easily. Also the automatic tension control helps with sewing different fabrics easily.
• A presser foot lifter with two heights that accommodates layers or heavy fabrics. And it comes with 19 different presser feet including a fancy trim foot that sews sequins and other trims, and a piping foot for making pillows and upholstery covers.
• Box motion feed dogs that keep the fabric flowing smoothly all the time.
• A warning sound will alert you if something isn't performing correctly.
• Automatic needle threader that works in 6 seconds and your thread is cut automatically. And the machine sews up to 850 stitches per minute. The speedy seamstresses will appreciate this. There is also a setting that allows you to sew at a much slower speed for intricate projects.
• An extension table for sewing large projects including quilts. And a detachable section around the free arm makes sewing sleeves, hems and other hard to reach areas very easy.
• The front of the machine has a LCD screen digital information area to keep track of stitch patterns, length and width settings, and more. There is a pop up stitch reference chart to quickly choose the right stitch to use for your project.
• Adjustable needle up or down memory button and a bobbin winder that disengages the needle every time you wind a bobbin - both nice safety features.
• More accessories than I can list here - you can get the details on the Amazon page or Singer website.