Brother 1034D 3/4 Lay-In Thread Serger
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Brother 1034D 3/4 Lay-In Thread Serger
Customer Review: Received BROKEN
Summary: 1 Stars
I received this serger as a gift for Christmas, after much research. I have wanted a serger for years. Intimidated by the machine, I watched the DVD's, read the manuals, and scoured the internet on serging before I even got it out of the box. I bought all new thread, cut a pattern to test the machine, and finally took it out to give it a first try. And...
BROKEN.
The hand wheel would not even turn. I couldn't do a thing with it. I called Brother, and they referred me to an authorized repair shop-- the closest was 45 minutes away. I called the repair shop, and of course it is not an easy fix, and they told me they would have it for as long as three weeks. Thankfully, this gift was purchased on Amazon, and they swiftly offered to send me a replacement machine and return label for the broken machine. Hopefully I'll have better luck with the next machine. What a disappointment to have my only Christmas gift arrive completely non-functional.
Customer Review: Good and Simple
Summary: 5 Stars
I bought this one for my mom and give it a try!
The DVDs included are very descriptive and offer lots of ideas for sewing projects.
It is very easy to use and switching between stitches is fast!
I was a little afraid of the tension adjustments first, but they make sense once you read the instructions.
I had a Singer serger in the same price range, but it shook the whole table and made terrible noise.
Brother is by far better in this case!
The machine is very silent when running, the speed is good and it does not shake at all.
If you are looking for a good serger for 200$ definitely get the Brother not the Singer. They both do the same things, Brother is better!
I own a Singer Quantumlock serger, about 3 times more expensive then this machine and I find Singer harder to use, but more strong, fast, plus it does the coverstitches and the chain stitch.
Customer Review: 1st time serger owner...easy to learn, smooth
Summary: 5 Stars
I am a beginner sewer and was making children's clothing on a conventional machine and discovered I needed a serger for a more professional look. I purchased this one after much research and reading many reviews. It arrived in two days (thanks Amazon) and was easy to thread. The first time I followed the directions and after that I remembered and followed the pictures that are printed on the serger itself and it's was very easy. I am continuing to learn the things it does and I have been very impressed so far.
One CON that I would like to mention is that the instructional CD's that come with the serger are just that...CD's. They only play on a microsoft computer, not a Apple MAC, which is what I have. They do not have them in DVD form either so they are pretty much of no use to me unless I borrow someone else's computer. Bummer! I was really looking forward to those instructions.
Other than that...happy serging!!
Customer Review: Great machine for the money!
Summary: 5 Stars
I was hesitant to buy a serger - not knowing if I would use it enough. I was also kind of intimidated by the threading process that goes into these machines. My concerns have been put to rest. After years of doing french seams or finishing edges with zig-zag stitches, I was delighted by the professional results this serger provides in short order. It was easy to set up and use the first time. The manuals are clear and easy to understand, and the accompanying dvd's helped to clear up any questions I had. Even when one of the sample spools of thread ran out (I wasn't paying attention, I was having too much fun!) and I had to re-thread the entire machine it took less than 15 minutes - and that includes re-watching a part of one of the dvd's.
While a serger can't do everything a standard sewing machine can, if you're serious about your sewing, this machine is a great addition to your sewing arsenal.
Customer Review: No gradual speed
Summary: 3 Stars
I bought this Brother serger as my first one. I have never serged before and am very excited yet intimidated by the whole concept. It was delivered sooo quickly, ordered on Sun. w/ free shipping and it was at my door on Tuesday. Way before I ever expected it. Threading was pretty easy since the diagrams are on the machine. Ok, here's where I'm struggling. I try to start slowly but the machine won't go. It just kind of revs up until I push down really hard and then it flies and I can't control my fabric. It's completely different from my sewing machine b/c there is no gradual speed. It's all or nothing. Is this normal? It's absolutely impossible to sew a curved seam b/c I have no control. I'm so bummed b/c everyone says how great this machine is. Either I'm an idiot(which I'm not) or I've got a lemon. I'll keep messing w/ it and post again if I figure it out. The straight seems look very professional.