can the machine sew heavy fabric , like denim ?
787729
I've used this machine on several fabric weights and it has been great. As long as you have the right needle and thread tension correct, it will be a work horse for you.
1421347
Two sets of 2: This can handle the heaviest of fabrics and the lightest. This is by far the best machine I have ever owned. My only disappointment is it does not fit in my Mothers Singer Sewing Machine Cabinet, which is about 70+ years old.
1809873
More important than the material, is the needle and the thread. You need to use either size 16 or 18 needle for denim and heavy materials. Slow down the speed when sewing, this is not the top of the line, heavy duty machine. Going too fast can break needles, thread, even gears inside.
578367
Sounds like a good idea. Try it. Access to a sewing machine would be really handy.
90284
Hello! This is a simple straight-forward sewing machine. Easy drop-in bobbin (you don't have to wind bobbin separately on top of machine). It does have different stitches to choose from, it's lightweight although not "toy-like". I would NOT use this for sewing a heavy fabric, like denim. It would be great for craft projects, sewing hems and the like. Hope this helps you! Your mom's 89 and still wants to sew..."GO, MOM!!!"
158588
I have not had a problem using my machine for that type of fabric. I did small projects though. I would say so long as you are using the right thread, needle and tension you should be ok.
1909348
I have been working with this machine for about a week, and really like it for what it can do. However, it does have a bit of a difficulty getting over thick portions of the fabric.....where two seams intersect, etc. For this reason, I would assume that it might have a difficult time with thicker fabrics. I've learned that when I must sew over the intersection of seams, I must go very slowly. Then, it's pretty good.
136832
You can make a buttonhole with it but it does not have a buttonhole feature on the machine. This is a very basic machine but does sew well.
1958051
I did not keep that sewing machine so I do not know if you can change the presser feet out. I wanted a more heavy duty machine and even though they described it as being something that would do seveal different things once I received it I realized that it was more like a childs beginner sewing machine. It did not have a regular sewing machine foot. It was a small plastic one and it is very small machine so if you are wanting to sew more than the basic materials I don't think it will do it. Sorry but maybe this will give you a little more information about it.
1615037
No, it isn't. But I haven't had any problems sewing both denim and silk charmeuse.
183991
Yes you can. I made a slipcover for my sofa & used a regular sewing machine for the whole thing. Hope this helps ... good luck!!
2153233
I used it on a medium to heavy weight denim and it worked very well. You will always have to adjust the tension depending on the fabric, but that only takes a minute and after I adjusted that it handled the material I used very well
876587
I have sewn both leather and denim on this, however, I have noticed that more than 3 layers of heavy denim is pretty difficult for it to get through. This holds true for almost all current machines. If you really want something that can handle heavy denim, you will need either an old industrial Necchi or an old treadle machine. For lighter denims and leathers, however, this machine works just fine. Remember also that the right needle can make all the difference in the world!! I cannot stress this enough ~ using leather needles for leather allows the needle to cut through the leather, and doesn't put any extra strain on the machine, because the motor isn't taxed by trying to push through a dull point. This is also true with denim ~ you need a needle made specifically FOR stitching denim. It has a different point and will pierce the fabric with less stress on the machine motor.
1124579
NO - I had difficulty with this machine sewing sewing on anything i wouldn't reccomend it at all. my Janome hd3000 does very well on heavier fabrics (up to a point) you really need for the very heaviest an industrial mach. i have a very good Singer industrial.
676226
I have had my machine for two years this month, and still like it! I generally sew mid-weight fabrics (clothing alternations, bags/purses) and it's going strong. Struggles a bit with thick layers like seams on denim, and sometimes very lightweight fabrics get tangled, but work slow and it's fine. I don't use a lot of the decorative stitch options, but everything seems to be in good working order.
128533
I've not had any difficulty with denim. Just today, I sewed Suede, the machine handled it without any problem. The button holing is super easy. They come out really nice. The largest I've done is a little over an inch. I've still not used all 30 of its stitch capability. I recently made photography backgrounds for my wife's photo business. Different weights of fabric were used. No problems on any of them.
758309
I love this machine. I have done some light quilting so I think it should sew denim but can't swear to it. I purchased for quilt classes due to its light weight. Hope that helps a bit.