Brother XL2600I Sew Advance Sew Affordable 25-Stitch Free-Arm Sewing Machine
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Product Summary
Manufacturer: BrotherBrand: Brother
Edition: Kitchen
Model: XL2600I
Publisher: Brother
Studio: Brother
Music Label: Brother
Product features:
- Free-arm sewing machine with 25 built-in stitches, each with multiple stitch functions; good for novices and everyday sewing projects
- Features needle threader, thread cutter, drop-in bobbin loading, and auto bobbin winding; 1-step auto-size buttonholer
- 110-volt machine operates with foot pedal; light bulb for workspace illumination
- Accessory storage built into free arm; includes 5 accessory presser feet and bilingual user's manual
- Measures 12-1/4 inches long by 7-3/4 inches wide by 9-3/5 inches high; limited 25-year warranty
Kitchen and Housewares Reviews of Brother XL2600I Sew Advance Sew Affordable 25-Stitch Free-Arm Sewing Machine
Customer Review: Best 'new' machine in years for me
Summary: 5 Stars
My last 'new' machine was a very simple Janome I could not figure out how to make a buttonhole with. Before that was an ancient Kenmore that was quiet easy to use. Sadly, it was 40 years old. This machine is very simple to use once you read the manual. I can't emphasize how important this is - you can't use this machine effectively by just 'figuring it out'. The button holer, the thread system, the bottom bobbin are all new to me and Brother specific. You can't just buy generic bobbins with this - you must buy Brother specific bobbins which is a bit of a bummer as I have a crate of generics.
As for the tension - yes. It happens :) This is much easier to get right than any of my other machines. For people experiencing the looping bottom thread issue - it's because of the tension in the bottom bobbin. It happened to me, and yes I read the manual. After a slow re-read and carefully watching the direction of the thread feeding from the bobbin to the little notch-like thing, I got it right again. It's tricky, but easy. Another reason why reading the manual is important, although you have to weave your way through a lot of Spanish to do it.
The only other thing is that this machine is LOUD. It's kinda clunky-clanky with thicker materials, multiple layers. I have successfully use this with up to five layers of batting with insulation sandwiched in the middle. This was quite daunting when it folded back on itself (making a double layer) but easy enough if done slowly with equal pressure. I do admit some of the sound coming out of the machine had me worried. Nothing sprang loose, the tension didn't loosen up and the thread didn't unravel. So far, so good: this next one will be my fifth baby-quilt sized insulated pet bed. Try making one of these with the new insulated batting you can get at Joann's - my cat LOVES to lay on a simple cushion because her heat is reflected back at her. Here's hoping the dog doesn't eat hers!
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Description of Brother XL2600I Sew Advance Sew Affordable 25-Stitch Free-Arm Sewing Machine
Brother's new XL2600i is a 25 stitch free arm sewing machine with multiple stitch functions. Easy to use, the XL2600i features an automatic needle threader, built in thread cutter and drop-in bobbin system. This sewing machine also has a built in one-step automatic buttonholer with a stitch balance control for perfect buttonholes every time. The stitches include built-in stretch, blind hem and decorative stitches as well as basic stitches for garment construction, quilting and embellishment. The XL2600i also has adjustable width and length as well as a dial thread tension control to give you more sewing flexibility. Brother's XL2600i has a convertible sewing surface from flatbed to free arm so that you can easily sew on hems or cuffs as well as larger items. Accessories are included for quilting, zipper insertion, darning, buttonholes and button sewing and this machine features quick change presser feet so you can easily change the feet to meet your sewing needs. The XL2600i is lightweight with a built-in handle for portability. Instructions are bilingual in English and Spanish. Manufacturer's note:
Accessories are housed in free arm of machine.
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