Great sewing machine for beginners.
585885
This is my first sewing machine I've ever owned.  It's great for beginners- very straightforward.  And there are many YouTube videos for how to use it.  Lightweight and easy to use.
3469442
I love this machine.  I have owned it for 2 years and it is so easy to use.  I have no major repairs or problems but I do get it cleaned and serviced regularly.  The embroidery attachment is heavy but works well.  I have not downloaded designs from other sites but it seem easy to do.  I just use the many fonts and numbers on the machine and it has been plenty.  This machine has a computer that allows you to program the stitch based on the task and material you are using  This allows for great finishes and fool proof apparel.  There are even more features and this makes sewing effortless.  For a beginner, the machine helps you for all tasks making sewing foolproof.  For an experienced sewer as myself, it has features and functions for all types of sewing.  You can adapt for all sewers.  The only caution is when you buy accessory  feet.  YOU MUST BUY 9 mm FEET. They are the only ones that you can use.  They less costly than Bernina but can be very expensive.  There is no adapter to use old feet with this machine so you need to buy 9mm feet only.
1274270
This is my first sewing machine I purchased. Last time i used one is about 15 years ago and this Laura Ashley machine is perfect if you want to go back to sewing and learn/do more. It comes with easy to understand instructions which can be understood by beginners as well. I did not use the quilt/monogram option but i am sure it is easy as well.
I chose this Brother model due to having all the extras included (large sewing table extension, extra sewing foots, many stitches you can choose from, etc..).
477300
In the interest of disclosure, I have to say up front that this is the first and only sewing machine I've ever touched, so that I don't have much to compare it to. But looking at this product on its own merits, I think it's pretty amazing. It is solid, well-manufactured, and sturdy. Once set up, it creates a good variety of stitches and sews very quickly. As a complete novice, I found that within half an hour of opening the box, I could use the machine effectively. It does not have a lot of fancy features; by the first hour I think I had tried everything the machine can do.

I do have a few quibbles, as you'd expect. One issue I had was that the only manual enclosed in the box was written in Spanish. It wasn't hard to find the complete manual in English as a PDF on the Internet, however, and I dropped in onto my Kindle. My second issue is that threading the bobbin mechanism and needle was very tricky for me. I don't think this is due to any defect in the machine, though: I think the problem is that my hands and fingers are just too darn big. The machine is clearly designed with smaller, more delicate hands in mind.

Overall, I think this would be a great first sewing machine. It's a well-made tool for a great price.
4215806
I bought this for a 6 year old.  Although she can't thread it by herself, she can operate it easily.  She has used it for over 50 hours so far without any mechanical problems.  Lowering the presser foot when threading the needle helps, though it is still a tight squeeze without the needle-threader.  I chose this machine because it is not a toy, but a real machine and should last a long time.  This model has a presser foot that helps keep little fingers from getting in the way of the needle, though it is not childproof.

I also purchased "Sewing Machine Fun for Kids" to teach her the basics.  It is a great book for beginners.
1837140
I am a beginner in stitching. All I needed was a simple machine. I wanted to make some fitted sheets out of flat sheets for my beds and I saw many videos on how to make this. But I never ever touched a sewing machine in my entire life so far. So, I did not want to spend more money and just keep it aside. I wanted to take it slow so I ordered this one. I have to thank the person who made this happen. it is less than an lb weight and can perform basic operation(just what I needed). As soon as I received it, opened it to try. I took my own time learning how to get a stitch with out messing up the thread and I am so happy for it. I will learn using this machine and when I feel I am a pro, I will get a pro machine.
Note: INstructions could have been better with pictures. For beginners like me steps with all text will not help. But again, this is not made for just beginners.
280263
This is a really nice good, beginner's/basic machine.  I was given the opportunity to review it for free.  I'm not a great seamstress.  I've taken a few classes at Joanne's, but my daughter who is nine wants to learn to sew.  So, with my help, and even more help from a kind neighbor and her grandmother, we're starting with a book of American Girl type doll patterns called&nbsp;<a data-hook="product-link-linked" class="a-link-normal" href="/Sew-in-Style-Make-Your-Own-Doll-Clothes-22-Projects-for-18-34-Dolls-x2022-Build-Your-Sewing-Skills/dp/1607057956/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_rvw_txt?ie=UTF8">Sew in Style - Make Your Own Doll Clothes: 22 Projects for 18" Dolls &#x2022; Build Your Sewing Skills</a>.  The DVD is a really nice addition for us both.  We successfully sewed two doll skirts, and are planning to do one project per month.  We haven't tried the buttonhole feature, yet, but are using it as a just basic machine. Fabric wise, we've used mainly cotton, but also sewed with a more elaborate decorated sari-like material.  Both seemed to do quite well in the machine.
844042
I love this machine.  It is lightweight which makes setting up my sewing station quick and easy.  This machine is easy to use even for a novice like me.  I am very pleased with my purchase.
3812705
This is a great machine for people that need a regular sewing machine and want to get started with embroidery. You get spoiled with the self thread and cut feature and wonder how you ever used older machines. Super user friendly touch screen lets you position the design exactly where you want it.
My only complaints are having to change out (un-screw) the entire foot attachment to switch between normal sewing and embroidery. I also think the USB cord could be longer so you can set the machine up on a different table from the computer (I take over the entire computer desk)
4743817
This is realy a very good sewing machine. Good price. Good looking and easy to use. Good # of feet. The only thing is it should have extention table with it.
1214067
This sewing machine is very easy to use.  I am a beginner and mine came with a DVD to help me get setup.  I have already paid for it in the first 4 pairs of jeans I hemmed myself.  I just jumped on youtube and got instruction on how to hem and within a couple hours I had it figured out.  Tonight I just sewed a bunch of buttons that were broken or missing on my dress shirts, again very easy to use.

Cannot believe its less than 80 bucks for this thing!
3754314
Excellent sewing machine for beginners at a very reasonable price with many useful functions. I would recommend also getting a supplementary sewing kit (I purchased the Singer Essentials kit) to keep all of the accessories and whatnot organized.
2124065
I bought this for my 13 yr old granddaughter as her first sewing machine.  She was able to thread the machine,  fill the bobbin and sew a seam with no frustration or undue drama.  I have hope that she will enjoy sewing with this machine.
2615977
This is such a great sewing machine for those everyday sewing needs. I make dog neck scarfs and mending with this machine!  I truly love this machine as it is truly easy use for beginners or those of us that haven't used a machine for some time.  I must say the only thing I have trouble with is the front bottom piece that is removable. I have trouble with that every now and then.  This machine is easy thread! It is also easy bobbin threading! It is easy set up and very easy instruction.  I am very happy with my machine!
3525066
I got this machine to help my 7 year old daughter learn to sew.  It has been a great machine.  The ability to control the machine at very slow speeds is not great.  It tends to hum and then race forward.  It isn't a problem for me, the parent, but my daughter lacks the control to deal with the faster speed.  The controls are simple and only what is essential.  The variety of stitches is just what she needs.  It is easy to set up and thread.  I haven't used the buttonholer yet and I noticed some machines use a "one step" buttonholer.  I don't think the 4 steps this machine uses will be a problem, but if you plan to make a lot of buttonholes, this might be a consideration.  We are very satisfied with this machine especially considering the reasonable price.
3546096
I recieved this sewing machine from my husband for Christmas, He ordered it on the 4th of December and we received it on the 9th with the free shipping. So far this machine has been wonderful, I think that all of the instructions are very easy to read and understand, there are a lot of pictures of what they are instructing you to do and that is very helpful.  The bobbin is very easy to get to and very easy to wind the thread onto.  Threading the machine is very easy also, especially the automatic needle threader.  The machine seems to be very well built and I would recommend this machine to anyone.  I haven't done a lot of sewing in the past, mainly craft projects, but now since I have this new machine I would like to try some different sewing projects.  With all of the stitches this machine has to offer and the ease of changing the presser feet it will be nothing but enjoyable.
1905665
My 6 year old daughter loves this sewing machine. It's been a great 1st machine to learn how to sew.