If you are looking for an advanced jet very affordable computerized sewing machine, then look no further than the Brother CS6000i machine. Online there has been quite an explosion of rave reviews concerning this little power machine.
Let us have a closer look and see if this machine is for you.
These are very lightweight sewing machines but don’t let that fool you, they surely deliver. No matter what job you want to accomplish it is made so easy with 60 built in stitching, utility, ornamental, heirloom and seven different methods for a one step auto sizing buttonhole. It also has a LCD panel with automated stitch selection.
Sewing Stitches
- 34 built in decorative stitches
- One step built in buttonhole styles
- A twin needle stitch feature
- 7mm programmable stitch width
- 7mm programmable stitch length
- A manual reinforcement function
- 41 useful stitch functions
Additional Features
The machine has space for accessory storage, which is always very useful. They have included accessory feet for the following uses: buttonhole, overcasting, monogramming, zipper, blind stitch, zigzag, walking foot, button fitting and a quilt guider. It also has a wide table which comes in very handy when working with a bigger project. You will also be getting a seam ripper, bobbins a needle set, cleaning brush, screwdriver, twin needle, an extra spool pin, foot controller, power cord and a manual – these are obviously standard tools, nevertheless good to have.
Needle and Thread Traits
A horizontal bobbin winding system, which is very easy to use as it is a quick set drop in bobbin. Not like the old machines! It has an automatic needle threading system, should save you a few seconds. The needle position is variable, but every stitch is automated so do not worry about that. It also has 2 manual tread cutter buttons.
Machine Attributes
This machine does 850 spm which is the maximum speed; you can adjust this either by electronic adjustment or with the foot control. So if you do not want to use a foot control then you don’t have to. I suppose the older generation, like myself will probably always like the foot control!
These machines have a 25 year limited warranty, so go through that and see if you will be happy with what they offer. I have to say that this is a great machine for any beginner and would make a great present for your daughter or granddaughter. I wish I had this one to start off with. Also if you don’t like a computer, don’t panic it is user friendly and very easy to use.
I hope that you have enjoyed this post to help you decide what computerized sewing machine you will be choosing.
