Brother CS6000i Sew Advance Sew Affordable 60-Stitch Computerized Free-Arm Sewing Machine
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Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Brother CS6000i Sew Advance Sew Affordable 60-Stitch Computerized Free-Arm Sewing Machine
Customer Review: Excellent Machine
Summary: 5 Stars
This machine is wonderful. I've only had it for a week and I've already made 3 sets of curtains, quilted covers for drafty vents, and 5 other projects. It is super easy to thread with step by step "directions" on the machine so I won't have to dig out the manual if I don't use it for a while. I ran out of bobbin thread and it took less than a minute to take it out, wind the bobbin, re-thread the machine, put the bobbin back in, and start sewing again. I haven't been sewing that long and this machine makes me look like a pro.
Changing parts is easy-the foot comes off and a new one snaps on in seconds; the quilting table easily slides on, and all the spare parts you could possibly need are included. I also like the reverse button and "needle up/down" button. The machine stops with the needle down (but you can easily change this setting) and the touch of a button brings it up-no wheel to turn. Plus, you can sew just one stitch by pressing the button twice.
The only problem I've had is it doesn't like cheap thread-which another reviewer also mentioned. The thread only broke twice (which is 1000 times less than my old machine) but I decided that quality thread was worth the extra few bucks.
I brag about this machine to all my friends. I would highly recommend it to anyone doing a little or a lot of sewing. Happy sewing.
Customer Review: Will not last
Summary: 1 Stars
I bought this machine 8 months ago and loved loved loved it- I was so delighted at the price and used it on a couple of projects. Best of all it was so light that storage wasn't a problem.
Sadly, shortly after it's 6 month anniversary, it stopped working. There was squeaking, followed by beeping, followed by nada. I had to drive it 2 hours to the nearest Brother center (or take it to an unauthorized shop and pay $100). The bobbin had stopped turning. The truth is, this machine is built on a plastic (actually it's stuffed with styrofoam) chassis, which will not last, and is prone to breaking. So all these reviews you see where people give it one star, it's because the plastic frame just can't stand up to real use for very long.
A metal chassis sewing machine is one of the few pieces of technology that still lasts you your whole life. You can't get a good one for under $399 at a store (like a Brother or Baby Lock)- but when you think that half the price gets you 6 months and a load of grief with a machine like this...?
I am sad to be giving this little machine one star, but the truth is Brother makes some great machines and some junky ones. Bottom line, you should get a machine with a metal chassis, not plastic, with your hard earned cash, because once this one breaks, there's no returning it. I traded mine in at the shop.
Customer Review: Great for beginner!!
Summary: 5 Stars
I decided to re-learn how to sew after at least 25 years. The last time I touched a sewing machine was in home ec (seems to be a common theme amongst many reviewers). I did not know if I would enjoy it, so I did not want to invest in anything more than $200. This little machine came with the right price and have enough functions for me to grow into. And I am very pleased with my purchase. Yes, the instruction manual could be improved, but it gets its points across and I was able to start sewing pretty quickly!
Granted, the last machine I used was my mother's Singer from the 70's, so I was used to heavy duty metal components and the light weight plastic parts felt flimsy. Having said that, once I started using it, I became accustomed to the levers and such fairly quickly.
Many of the critical reviews here mentioned how the users were disappointed on how flimsy and poor quality it is.... but when a sewing machine can cost up to thousands of dollars, what did they expect from a $150 machine? I have no illusions that this machine will last me 20+ years, but if I could save some money by hemming my own pants and making some soft furnishings, the machine will pay itself off in no time!
All in all, I feel that this is a good start-up machine for beginners and for those who want to get back to sewing after a long while.
Customer Review: Love my Brother!
Summary: 4 Stars
I bought this machine to try my hand at quilting. It came with everything I needed-- a walking foot, free motion quilting foot and a table accessory. I have made a few quilts now and haven't had any problems with my machine. It worked perfectly right out of the box; I didn't even have to adjust the tension! I love it so much that I have made a couple Halloween costumes, some home dec items and even clothing. I didn't know anything about sewing when I took it out of the box. The directions were easy to understand and I was able to get started right away. I have used the buttonhole foot and it worked beautifully! I can't say enough how much I love this machine. For the price, it is absolutely the best you can get! I will eventually upgrade to an expensive machine, but I know this one will serve me well until then. I would highly recommend this sewing machine to anyone who wants a good combination of features and value. My only complaint (which is also a feature) is how lightweight the machine is. I've found that when I'm quilting a large quilt, the machine tends to travel as I work and I have to scoot it back toward me all the time. The only reason I gave it 4 stars instead of 5 is because I have used a very expensive Janome machine and now know how much better sewing machines can be (if you're willing to spend a couple thousand dollars).Customer Review: Sometimes it's the little things.
Summary: 3 Stars
Let's just start off and say for the most part I am very happy with the Brother CS 6000I. I love that is is so quiet and I love the push button sewing. I do like the all the options of different stitches available. It is also very light weight which is great if you carry your machine. But if you are working a project, have a note pad next to you and write down what stitch and the setting you are using because if you shut your machine it defaults to the 00 stitch function.
Now, what I do not like is the thread post. If you are not a very steady seamstress, like me, you will vary your speed and the thread flies off the machine as the post is very short. I use the attachable post a lot but if you vary your speed the thread will spin fast and wrap around the post. So I do not use the fast speed option to remedy this frustration. The other thing that I do not like about this machine is the automatic threader. I find I have to do SEVERAL attempts to finally get the thread to: 1) stay on the threader and 2) grab the thread. These problems are enough of a frustration to make me score this a three star product.
I have made one quilt on it so far and I really liked having the "quilting board" it made controlling the quilt so nice I wonder how I ever did it without it.
For the money it is a very nice machine.