20 Best Sewing Machines For Jeans (2023 Updated)

What I love most about this machine is the top loader, which takes the pain out of sewing. I love the black vintage look, sturdiness, and so easy to use. My teen I will be sharing until she gets the hang of it, and I will purchase a Janome HD 3000BE for her.

I also like that it is not digital, as don’t want to deal with any technical problems after 8 hours at work. The manual has super easy instructions. I recommend, and a good investment.

I was so dissapointed with it machine. It couldnt even go through 4 laters of meduim weight, even with the correct needle, it BROKE. Then I was sewing simple cotton; skipped stitched, kept skinning the thread which I had ever seen before.

I was working on an old Singer of my husband’s and that thing was great so I was expecting something better with this HD one. I watched review videos and it looked great but nope. Horrible. I took it back and lost money on the restocking fee but I honestly did not care because I was so angry with the machine.

The return and Joanns store were so understanding and sweet so I’m happy it was such an easy return because I HATED THIS THING! The only amazing thing was that the pressure foot extended higher and it seems hard to find that in other machines.

Anyways, would not buy it.

I bought my machine from Hobby Lobby just a few months ago. Since day one the upper thread will constantly pull out no matter what tension it’s on. Annoying but I can deal. Now the machine skips stitches.

I have changed the needle, changed the thread, constantly rethread the machine and it just randomly decides to skip stitches. I have done the tension and stitch lengths as well. I can understand it skipping stitches when I am sewing a top stitch over a bag where I have multiple layers including marine vinyl and foam but it stitches perfectly.

No hesitations at all. Then i go to make a mask with bias tape, just two thin pieces of cotton and store bought bias tape and it skips stitches like mad. Yes i have re set the machine tension and stitch length and changed to a fresh needle since i don’t need a large needle.

This is the most annoying thing about this machine. I almost wish i didn’t buy it.

I received this product for free in exchange for a review for Brother in exchange for my honest review. I brought this over to my friend who is an experienced seamstress who has made wedding dresses.

She noted that it was nice that the handle was in the machine. The machine is relatively quiet. There are many stitch options. The speed of the machine is adjustable and that is convenient so that I don’t go too fast.

The diagrams in the owners manual could be larger as it is difficult to thread. The manual could also be better organized. The cover of the machine has a cheap piece of styrofoam that stays in. There are some good safeties in place.

The machine will not allow you to start sewing if hte presser foot is raised. The digital screen is nice to see the settings selected and I can choose the spacing and width of stitches selected. The presser foot does not like working with towel type fabric against it as it has trouble grabbing it and moving it forward.

I received this product for free from Brother in exchange for my honest opinion/review of the product. As an experienced sewer, I can proudly say that this sewing machine is one of the best ones on the market.

The Brother XR9550 Computerized Sewing Machine is easy to use and includes 165 built in stitches. The amount of features incorporated is unbelievable. So far I have just played around with it, but can’t wait to dive further in.

I have made a few masks so far, but would love to make more to give to homeless shelters and people in need of them. The operation panel is easy to use, there is a large LCD screen, and the instructions are easy to read.

The machine is capable of numerous possibilities and I’ve only explored a few of them. I am incredibly excited and honored to use this sewing machine. My quarantine hobby has now begun. I am determined to make some quilts next!.

At 11 lbs, the Janome c30 is a great travel machine. It’s also a very good back up machine, or a beginner machine. If this model only had the speed control – i would give it 5 stars! For the price of a mechanical machine, you get a computerized one.

I love this machine so much I keep buying optional accessories for it! I find myself using it a lot even though I have a bigger machine with more bells and whistles. In my recent quilt project, i used this machine for all my straight stitch piecing.

I really recommend this machine and it’s a steal for under $200.

I would call myself a beginner when it comes to sewing. I don’t even do a good job while manually stiching with needle and thread. Like stiching button and some work. Set up for this machine wasn’t that hard.

Manual was pretty helpful. I had to start the task by loading the bobbin and I followed the instructions to do it. I really like the LCD display. LED display shows the selected stitch, It’s clear and convenient while stitching.

There are these buttons through which you can choose type of stitches and also adjust the width and length. There is a bright light around the needle area. This products weighs around 10 pounds and hence very easy to move it around and makes it portable.

I like the automatic stitching style options. This is definitely a high-quality sewing machine. For a beginner, it gives a lot of features. Also very easy to learn. The machine comes with general-purpose Foot, Zipper Foot, Satin Stitch Foot, Automatic Buttonhole Foot, Spool Holders (small and large), Extra Spool Pin, Bobbins (class 15), Assorted Needle Set, Seam Ripper (Buttonhole Opener), Lint Brush, Screwdriver Key, Instruction Book, Foot Control and power cable.

For some reason, the video is not getting uploaded. I did a basic job of stitching corners of my saree and it did a great job.

I wanted to upgrade from my Singer Talent and the Singer Patchwork 7285 is amazing. It comes with an extending arm and so many presser feet! It sews like a dream and so far has handled both light and heavy weight fabrics brilliantly.

I particularly like the fact that you can set the speed of the machine – perfect when I’m doing fidgety sewing in my crafting. I rarely use the presser foot now, preferring the stop/start button. It has a very good cover (stuff canvas) too.

There’s so many options and features on this machine and I’m having loads of fun with it. I got help from the virtual chat on the website, which was much appreciated. I received my machine and special gift within a few days and everything arrived in immaculate condition.

I would highly recommend this to anyone from beginner to more experienced sewers. And great price from the outlet!.

It turns out, I’m a Singer girl. Singer is the brand I grew up with; I have good memories associated with it. But, I had to try a Brother to make sure. Brother is known for technology. The Brother has a more modern look, a snazzy case and its peddle and electrical plug are separate, a great convenience.

Probably both machines are equally good. But for quilting, my primary use, replacing feet, the shape and size of the arm, raising and lowering the foot in use, the storage bin, its weight and manageability, the shape of the arm, the ease of changing stitches, threading the machine and the bobbin wind are all easier on the Singer Patch.

The associate at Joann was extremely patient and answered my many questions. I’m happy with my purchase.

I’ve been after a machine that would let me go further in my hobby of quilting and the Singer Patchwork has done that. I’ve never tried appliqué but found it to be a breeze with this machine. Easy to thread up and with all the different feet that came with it I’m sure to find many new projects to do along with my quilt making.

Love the needle down option, definitely very helpful in my quilt block piecing. Have yet to try all the stitches out but the few that I’ve done on a sample piece of material are just adorable. I purchased a ex-display model and I’m very happy with the saving I made and especially happy with the sewing machine.

Great machine and I’m looking forward to many years of fun and creativity with my Singer Patchwork sewing machine.

I needed a good sewing machine for basic sewing, and I bought the name brand Singer. I used it for a project that I needed to repair and the very first time, it gave me problems with sewing. I had to repair that project which was replacing the velcro on my work knee pads.

So, I did not want to use the name brand and I looked at the Janome HD 1000 Black Edition. What got my attention, was the 25 years warranty and the second thing that got my attention, was it came with leather sewing needs.

I said to myself, that if it can sew basic leather, then it should be able to sew the velcro and elastic band; and the price topped it off as well. When I got my new Janome and used it on my project, I was very happy that it was easy to setup and the only problem I had was that I had the thread in the wrong direction.

Finding the solution for that problem was easy. When I fixed it the correct way, it was fast and easy and I finished the job and had no more problems. The name brand kept giving me problems even when I got help from their customer service, that why I went with the Janome sewing machine, and I am happy that I bought this sewing; my only regret was that I wish I would have found the Janome sewing before I bought the name brand sewing machine instead! It is truly a heavy duty sewing machine.

Bought it because of the brand and as my eyes aren’t that good anymore I was sold on the” self threading” feature. ugh. big mistake ! It is too quite complicated and I still needed someones’ else help because I couldn’t see what I was doing.

So that cancels that benefit. 2’nd – that thing is BLACK ! And the light from the puny lightbulb is not enough. White machine reflects light – this black obviously doesn’t so the side light is needed or you’ll be sewing literally in the dark.

And the worst part is performance !!!! I used the machine only few times to shorten pants etc, nothing heavy or complicated. Stored in closed case with a hard cover. Few weeks ago needed to use it again.

nope , wouldn’t turn at all. Took it for maintenance, they oiled it and tested and I thought , ok. works. So started sewing at home. maybe 15″ of stichting. now is shredding bobbin thread and pulling the fabric in.

I’m done with it ! What on Earth happened to this brand ?.

I have had 2 of these (This model is identical to the thread banger I had in 2004). These machines go for 8-10 years if you take it in for normal service to a sewing store or just oil it regularly and keep dust out of bobbin chamber.

As another reviewer noted- no cheap thread! No cheap needles either! Use Gutterman needles and match them to the project. Secondly do yourself a favor and study tension settings. For example you can’t sew vinyl on the setting for cotton batiste, if you do the machine will jam up and of course your needle will break.

Mechanical machines are wonderful, but remember you are 100% in control the machine is not going to do anything for you. It’s a great machine, take time to learn it ❤️.

Very recent purchase – immediately noticeable issues – ** Bobbins out of stock at Singer. com & Singer brand purchased from Walmart does not measure exactly same as bobbins included with machine; bobbin with machine = 51/64 diameter & 29/64 tall, Singer class 55 transparent bobbin purchased from Walmart = 25/32 diameter & 15/32 tall — afraid to try Walmart bobbins for fear of damaging machine.

**Bobbin does not wind evenly thread winds in a cone shape; heavy on the bottom. **Reverse is uncontrollable and dangerously fast (annoyingly slow would be better). **The machine is loud. **Auto thread cutter leaves 2 tails on bottom – that still have to be cut.

**Presser foot pressure adjustment knob has no registration alignment mark; no clear way to know exactly what it is set on. **Advertised $99 value free In-Person beginner’s class included with purchase is not available.

Having said all that. I’m not as impressed as I hoped to be, but I haven’t decided to return it.

I’ve been contemplating for a few months on what sewing machine would best match the projects I sew, and my sewing ability. I am a retired Home Economics teacher & have excellent sewing skills. I basically sew clothing, crafts, and hem jeans.

When I saw this Heavy Duty Singer, priced right, I decided I’d give it a try! I am pleasantly surprised on how nice the machine sews. The utility stitches are balanced and even, and the machine sews relatively quiet for a heavy duty machine.

It is easy to change stitches on the machine’s computer, and I’ve played with some of the embroidery settings. Although, the embroidery quality is fine for my needs, if you’re looking to do finer types of embroidery, I would invest in a machine specifically made for those types of projects.

I gave this machine a 4 star rating because the automatic thread cutter seems to cut the thread too short, and it unthreads the needle, and the embroidery lettering is not very good-but not that big of a deal for me!.

Heavy Duty? Meh. then come with no name and no brand on the included presser feet, including the walking foot. I spend over $300 on a sewing machine, and i have to tell you my plate has pits from the needle hitting it, and even when i change up the needles accordingly, STILL fights until it gets momentum to puncture canvass, and 1 ounce leather.

Now that i am even more educated, i would NOT recommend this machine. for about the same price, or a few bucks more you can get a embroidery machine sewing machine COMBO!! If i could return this i would and get a better one that does more.

Even at JUST $319 i would have sent it back to Joanns and paid the 15% restock. Don’t make the same mistake. Look around, look at embroidery AND sewing combos. And not for nothing, you wont use most of the stitching patterns.

Not worth the $319, and CERTAINLY not worth anything NEAR $400. Singers CSRs are great. Still irritated that i have a no name walking foot when the SINGER i purchased has SINGER on the walking foot they sell.

AND i returned the 6600 (i think it was that) because there was NO LIGHT for the screen!! Seriously!? This screen lights up, but the other model doesn’t BUT came with the SINGER walking foot! Stupid! I do NOT recommend either model.

Telling you, look around if you haven’t already, you won’t be sorry!.

I love my Janome MOD-50! Easy to sew w choice of using foot peddle or push button. Lots of nice stitches. Easy, very handy needle threader. Quiet! The sewing light, though, needs improvement. too bad that was scimped on w such a nice machine! Over all, though, I enjoy using this machine.

Delivery was prompt.

I love Janome sewing machines. I bought this machine and it does not work. It will not move the needle to a center position. It will not make any other stitch than a straight stitch. I am frustrated because this machine should have arrived in working condition and it did not.

I am an experienced seamstress and have been sewing for over 50 years. I own several machines and many different brands. I also own another Janome and love it. I highly recommend Janome especially for an entry level machine.

This machine did not live up to the reputation of Janome or Zulily!.

I bought this sewing machine because my original Singer Sewing Machine died. I had owned it for 45 years. When i was looking for a new one, i happened across the Singer SM025 model. This machine is sleek and is lightweight to move.

Threading the bobbin was very easy. The owner’s manual explained how to do this. But my big surprise was that the machine will thread itself! Imagine that! What a wonder this is for someone my age to be able to enjoy watching how easy it is to thread this machine.

Everything about this machine works so well. The pedal is easy to push down while sewing. This machine is a joy to work with!.

I bought this machine for my 8 year old grand daughter as a Christmas present in December 2020, because she wants me to teach her to sew. This past week that we took the machine out of the box. I have to say, for the most part I am well pleased with this machine.

I have several machines and I love Brother. This machine in my opinion is THE BEST for beginners. I do have a couple of negatives about it, but will get to that shortly. First of all, the machine stitched like a dream right out of the box.

Stitches are even and tension is great. The machine boast 17 stiches, when in reality it is about 15, including buttonhole stitch. Totally basic stitch settings. A basic sewer could actually use this machine for everything for a life time.

I would recommend this machine to anyone that is wanting to learn to sew, no matter the age. Now, the negatives of this machine, and these may be negatives due to the fact that I have sewn for years and with different machines.

The machine has no setting to control the needle position. It will move with the zig zag setting, but no way to change the position while sewing a straight stich. Minimal settings for stitch length as well.

The machine’s lighting is poor, we had to set up a light behind the machine. The poor lighting makes it very difficult to see the various marking for seam widths. I ended up placing a piece of colored tape along the 5/8″ marking to make it easier for her to see, but this will makes it difficult when she needs to use a different seam width.

The foot pedal is the only way to control the speed too. If you have ever sewn with a child or teen you will understand that problem. A piece can be removed for a limited free arm use. No compartment for storage.

You will need to leave a good length of thread tail because it pulls it up when you put the needle down like crazy. We spent most of our time with me rethreading the machine. I purchased this machine through Walmart Online, cost was $76 and was delivered to my house free.

Great for us, we live in a rural mountain area. The machine is white with blue design.

I just bought this machine and love how easy it was to thread. I started using it within minutes of opening the box and within an hour I made curtains and pillows. I had a previous machine that I did not use in many years because it was so difficult to thread.

I sold that one and bought this one and I’m glad I did. I look forward to using all the different stitches to make quilts and other items. I’ve been using the machine for about 2 months now and I’ve been having problems with any heavier fabric.

The machine easily sews lightweight fabric but anything heavier, such as denim, it can’t sew, it also can’t sew folded over seams if they are slightly heavier. The thread keeps coming out and the needle can’t go through the fabric.

I wish I would have gotten a better machine. It’s been very frustrating.

This is a fantastic machine. I’ve been sewing my entire life, both as a profession and for personal use. I have several sewing machines, each for different purposes. I’ve always trusted Brother sewing machines.

I learned how to sew on one when I was 5 years old. I have a simple Brother that has done me well for more than 15 years. But it finally started to have problems. I wanted a plain straight needle machine, not one of the computer ones that does everything.

This one looked similar to my previous one. I am quite pleased with this machine. I highly recommend it. It is a great beginner machine, as well as for an expert like me.

So, I actually have the Brother CS5055 model, which is very similar to this model. I am pretty sure the model that I own just doesn’t have the Project Runway logo on it, and that’s really the only difference? Anyway, I always recommend this sewing machine to people that want to learn how to sew.

I am not a sewing expert myself, but I know a reliable machine when I use one. Also, I want to advise not letting the fact that it is a computerized sewing machine scare you away! You are probably only going to use five stitches, but the extra options are fun to experiment with.

It’s pretty easy to set up straight out the box in my opinion. The instructions they give you in the box are very helpful, and I remember looking up a video for a step only once. After the initial setup, it becomes like second nature to get the sewing machine ready.

I’ve never had a problem with how my stitches came out unless it was my own fault. In my opinion, I can see this machine lasting me for years, and I think it’s a good mid-level sewing machine for beginners.

If you are thinking about being serious about sewing, then skip out on the sewing machines that are under $100. Save the headache, get this $150 sewing machine instead, and you will not regret it!.

This is by far the worst sewing machine I’ve ever used in my life. It constantly jams, stitching is not tight no matter what setting the tension is on, the stitching is unconsistant and looks absolutely horrible.

Half of the functions on the machine will not work and there is absolutely no professional customer service for this company. The first move for the customer service seems to be blaming and then comes rubing their experiences in your face, they will not listen to what is going on with your machine.

The end result is a headache and a loss of money. Stay far away from Brother products if you are a serious adult that needs well made products that honestly work.

The feed is great, which is the reason for the 2 stars. However, there are really no other redeeming factors about this machine. My biggest gripe is the tension on the machine. It’s very difficult to get the needle tension to cooperate with the bobbin tension.

The machine also stopped grabbing the zigzag stitches, which even more so reinforces a problem the machine seems to have with its timing. The stitches are also uneven, especially if you change speeds mid-sew.

A sewing machine should not do that, despite the speed. You also control the speed entirely with the foot pump, which I don’t care for either. Personally, I’m not too concerned about the stitch selection, but more the quality of the stitches the machine produces (because otherwise, what’s the point of the sewing machine) and this machine isn’t it.

I would spring for a machine that costs a bit more, but can actually do the job.

This is a wonderful machine. Im using this on my quilt frame since all I needed was a straight stitcher. Works great! I purchased a stitch controller to use it in the frame but if need be I can use it normally.

Very heavy duty. Highly recommend if youre just looking for a good sturdy machine with no fancy stitches.

I received the Janome 1600P in great shape. I am pleased with the machine and found it works great for normal stitching, however I think I may have bit off more than I can chew when using this machine for free arm.

I need much more practice and patience to master my quilting projects. mostly patience. If you have suggestions, I am open to them.

I have used an old Singer from 1930 (inherited) that I hand crank. And finally I upgraded to something electric. I make a quilt every couple of years so all of my stitching is in little short straight bursts.

But, I am getting older and I wanted something to make everything easier. I love that it is almost identical to a Singer in the bobbin, the feet, and the controls. I tried a Bullet Bobbin machine and just couldn’t get use to it.

I somehow like the spooling bobbin method. Well. I do love my Singer for nostalgic reasons, but to get things going fast, this 1600 is great. And it easily mounts to a Grace quilting table to make the final product easier.

The only negative is that the thing comes coated in oil. I have to wash up after every use because everything is coated in oil. I am sure that will clear up in time.