Brother ST531HD Strong & Tough 53 Stitch Sewing Machine with Finger Guard, Metal, White,16x8x12

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These types of sewing machines come with limited features such as limited built-in stitches. While SINGER 4423 heavy duty sewing machine has only 23 built-in stitches, SINGER 9960 comes with 600 built-in stitches.

The ST4031 heavy-duty sewing machine from Brother lets you work with confidence on heavy-duty fabrics, layered knits, and multiple layers of denim. It is a durable and sturdy 3 or 4 thread serger that delivers on precision in work and flexibility to work with both light fabrics and heavy-duty materials at the same time. In this article I will be guiding you through the process of choosing a heavy-duty sewing machine. Along the way I will also be explaining what it is you should be looking for and helping you avoid any pitfalls associated with buying.

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No automatic tension: Users need to manually adjust the tension with a wheel, which can require a bit of practice to get right for different types of fabrics.

Making a decision based on your intended use and skill level is equally important. As a beginner, you need to prioritize ease of use along with the range of stitches, so that you get your basics right. As for experienced sewers, more advanced features are required, which mostly come in higher variants. There are plenty of other great features too, like the automatic bobbin winder, in-built needle threader, easy to use stitch selection dial, free arm, and smooth fabric feed thanks to the top notch feed dog set up.Bobbin winding is an easy task too. The automatic thread cutter gives you a more professional look at your projects. While the normal sewing machine is used for general stitching needs such as making dresses for a toddler with silk or cotton fabric, the heavy-duty sewing machines are good for repairing ripped denim jeans, handbags, or wall hangs made of canvas. Right: time to get down to the good stuff — what’s the Brother ST371HD actually like? Is it worth its price tag? It took a while for Brother to come up with heavy duty sewing machines for the budget seamstresses. The importance of a powerful motor can’t be stressed enough! It will make your project easier and more enjoyable. Try using a standard sewing machine for upholstery and see how much fun you have when you have broke a needle for the umpteenth time, not much at all. Is It Sturdy & Robust?