Which is best? Will it sew thick fabric?

Review by Gillian Dolby

Fantastic machine and a pleasure to use !!!

Review by Julie B

For over a year I reviewed several top brand name sewing machines with the goal of purchasing the best machine I could with a budget. In that review I read internet sewing blogs,sewing magazines,brochures,spoke with dealers and professionals regarding the best machines. I personally used each machine with different kinds of fabric to review the quality of stitching produced by each brand. I made a journal of the results. After my review I am very pleased and excited about my purchase of the 1800 Quilting and Sewing Machine. This machine is well made and I have no problems with the mechanical workings of this product. I have put about 1000 hours on the machine and it continues to sew beautifully. Some of the features that I like are the automatic threading, the quality of lighting, the extra room in the arm area, the machines ability to detect fabric depth and adjust itself, the numerous decorative stitching and the use of downloading on USB boards. This machine sews a beautiful straight stitch and does provide good stitching on more complicated selections. Great sewing machines have great feed dog gripping ability. The NV1800Q represents itself very well. Pfaff was usually the best in feed dog gripping. But not any more and for my budget this machines feed dog gripping ability was exceptional. I am very pleased with the sewing quality of this machine. I would recommend this machine for the beginner as well as advanced person in sewing. This machine is great for home deck,clothing,drapes,quilts and creative sewing projects. Buy from a dealer with a good reputation because if problems arise they will be there to solve your issues with excellent knowledge.

Review by Stacey K

I needed to purchase a new sewing machine...no embroidery features but with upscale abilities. After much research and & test driving, I decided on the VQ2. I am very pleased with my choice. Its quiet, smooth and easy to thread and use. The only problem Ive had was with the bobbin. When removing the throat plate to use the specialty plate for quilting, you MUST replace two parts of the throat plate in the correct order or the bobbin will not seat properly causing birdnesting, breakage and MUCH frustration. But it only took a phone call to get the problem worked out. Other than that, I love my machine. My prior machines were Janome (23 Years) and Singer (18 years). This Brother will be with me for a long time.

Review by Sandy T

My machine arrived today, I've not machine sewed for years, pleasantly surprised that the principles of loading the spool and top thread haven't changed, but the years mean that you can literally take the machine out of the box, plug in, and get going. Easy to follow instructions. I'd read from the full manual, rather than the quick start summary. Beautifully simple, now no need for a foot pedal (unless you want to use, as one is included) which I love, the on/off button is perfectly placed, in no time, I had threaded the top thread, the auto needle thread function is awesome, filled a spool, loaded in the spool and was practising in 20 mins max. The electronics are easy to understand, button touch, there is a great slow speed (which is the default) but easy to get right back into satisfying quick sewing. My machine arrived in a great sized manageable box, I was lucky to also get the free quilting package when I bought. Included in the standard box, a great hard case, and a little package of key utensils/spares in the machine front compartment - spare spool, unpicker, little screwdrivers etc. I worried that 'getting the sewing machine out' in my memory, was a major operation. Not so. With the hard case on, the machine slots beautifully into a similar floor footprint space as my laptop bag, handle on top means it's easy to just pull out (not heavy at all) brilliant if your space is limited. I had one early issue with tension (reverse side stitching showing up on the top) but the reference guide suggests remedies, done. I already have many projects in mind. Oh, and it's a pretty looking, efficient thing : ))

Review by Jg P

I wanted an easy to use basic sewing machine and this one is perfect for me. It's lightweight and easy to store.

Review by Judith Fraser

I love this sewing machine. It is easy to use and the instruction book is very clear to follow. It was recommended to me and I would recommend It too.

Review by Jean Kay

Wow this is a great machine, it does so much and surprises me every time I use it. I have only used it a few times but it is amazing, it even sews sideways!! I still have a lot to learn but enjoying the process. My very first embroidery, my name blew me away. Excellent service from all the staff too and they do ring back when they say they will. Highly recommend the machine and the company.

Review by Nic P

Fantastic machine. Upgraded from older Pfaff and does every thing I require and more. Would recommend to any serious quilter

Review by Jean Bonsell-Stanhope

I thought for a long time before making my choice of a machine that would cover my needs of normal everyday sewing and design finishes to my other craft projects. I am not disappointed this machine is quiet,easy to program and produces wonderful varieties of stitches, quick to thread,detach and replace feet and load spool and thred. Excelent machine love using it.

Review by Dee Z

Very smooth process to order and machine arrived very quickly and within the timescale specified. Not used a sewing machine for years but this one was very easy to set up and I got going very quickly. Very impressed with my first project from this machine and can't wait to start No.2! This machine is very easy to use and fairly light if you need to carry it anywhere. Lots of stitches and an auto needle threaded (although I didn't use it this time, it was easy to thread the needle manually). So far I am very impressed.