Brother XL5500 42-Stitch Function Free Arm Sewing Machine
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: BrotherBrand: Brother
Edition: Kitchen
Audio: English (Original Language)
Model: XL5500
Color: White
Publisher: Brother
Studio: Brother
Music Label: Brother
Product features:
- Free-arm sewing machine for garments, decorations, and quilting
- Includes 42 built-in stitch functions ranging from everyday to heirloom
- Built-in automatic 4-step buttonholer and automatic needle threader
- Adjustable stitch width, stitch length, and thread tension
- Includes quilting, zipper insertion, darning, and button accessories
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Brother XL5500 42-Stitch Function Free Arm Sewing Machine
Customer Review: Not impressed and want replacement.
Summary: 2 Stars
I've owned this machine for about 5 1/2 years and honestly, I haven't sewed a whole lot on it. I used it to recover the cushions on a rocking chair and a few minor repair jobs on clothing. It worked okay, but I had the thread break a lot and figuring out how to change the stitches was frustrating since I have only sewed on a couple types of machines before and would by no means consider myself an expert. A couple of months ago I got it out to sew a little dress for my baby girl and kept having problems. It wouldn't sew through more that two layers of thin fabric and ended up finishing the project on my sisters Limited edition Project Runway machine which is also a brother. I was happy to discover that the problem wasn't my lack of expertise when the project came together with much greater ease. Of all the machines I've read reviews on looking for a possible replacement I think the least expensive were brother, so I looked up my own machine just to make sure that I could trust reviews enough to give brother another chance with a different machine. To my relief, the reviews seem to agree with me that this machine is not great. But I am surprised to see that some think it is a good one. This makes me nervous, and I am reluctant to spend the cash for a new machine.
Description of Brother XL5500 42-Stitch Function Free Arm Sewing Machine
The Brother XL-5500 is a 42 Stitch Function Free Arm Sewing Machine.This machine features a variety of built-in stitches including garment construction stitches such as straight, zig-zag, blind hem and elastic stitches for a profesional finish on a variety of fabrics.There is also a variety of built-in decorative stitches, heirloom and quilting stitches.There are additional accessories included with this machine for quilting, zipper insertion, darning, button holes and button sewing.The XL-5500 has an automatic 4-step buttonholer with a stitch balance control which ensures equal stitch density on both sides of the buttonhole.This machine also features an automatic needle threader and with the touch of a button the needle is threaded for you.The stitch width and length are adjustable on this model as well as the thread tension control.There is a variable needle position as well as the capability of using a twin needle for two color sewing.The XL-5500 is a heavy-duty machine but still lightweight and portable.The instructions are bilingual in English and SpanishSuitable for beginning as well as experienced sewers, this affordably priced Brother sewing machine also has numerous handy features and a wide menu of built-in stitches. Features include a four-step automatic buttonholer, a fast needle threader, and an automatic bobbin winder. Upper tension, stitch length, stitch width, and pattern selection are all managed with clearly marked dials, and a push-lever reverses sewing direction. Speed is directed with a foot pedal for easy and steady control. The best feature of this machine is its full selection of stitches, including categories for garments, decorative pieces, and quilting. These range from the familiar straight and zigzag results to the elaborate feather, scallop, and overedges stitches. The selection also includes free motion stitching and twin needle stitching for two-color sewing. A removable extension table allows for free arm sewing and includes a storage compartment for accessories, including tools for buttonholes, zippers, darning, and buttons, as well as needles, bobbins, and an extra spool pin. Durably built and very stable, the machine includes a built-in light and a handle for carrying. --Emily Bedard
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