Brother Sewing Machine, XM1010, 10 Built-in Stitches, 4 Included Sewing Feet

The Brother sewing machine is terrific. As reviewed by other purchasers, it was super easy to navigate from the instruction booklet. I was sewing within 15 minutes. It also came with a DVD as extra help if needed. I am very happy with my new machine.

With care, this machine will last a long time doing everyday sewing chores. It's a very good quality item, forgiving of beginners and klutzes (I'm both) and produces decent seams and joins even if the user hasn't much experience with tension and feeds and materials. I was brand new to sewing, ham-fisted and in a bit of a rush to "get on with it" so I could hem my own pants/shorts, make my own easy-toss-on seat covers for when the van had to haul dusty, dirty "uglies" , make my own pillow cases (I am very particular in this area) and make super light grocery bags so that I could stuff them in my cargo pants and not be bothered with them til i needed them. I had no idea how complicated and skilled sewing could be til I bought this machine and started to learn. Though I nearly broke the living room picture window a few times... I learned. Thankfully this machine has kept pace with me abusing it and I fulfilled all the above projects with something just short of aplomb. It's still in perfect shape and is beckoning me to make my own lounge pants, buy some patterns and start collecting thread... Just sayin', if you need a good, all round, well constructed sewing machine, and have a budget... buy this one. You won't be sorry. I would write more, but there are so many sewing Youtubes, so little time.

I like that it is easy to transport from place to place, easy to operate and the stitches are the same you would get from a bigger machine. I also chose this machine because of the name brand.

Really like this machine. Instructional video was helpful. Did basic sewing so far - hemming and making curtains. For sale price of $130 is worth it.

I was looking for something relatively inexpensive (compared to other sewing machines) but good quality (happened to order this one because needed it quickly and it was in stock). We have an older, higher end machine also but this one works just as well. Easy to use, same size as our other machine, but lighter weight. Works great. Very impressed for this price. I would recommend this for someone who wants a nice machine but doesn't want to spend too much.