Embroidery Sewing Machines - What are Your Choices?

The variety of embroidery sewing machines is amazing. There is no stitch or pattern that sophisticated modern machines can't perform. But how do you find a sewing machine that is best for you? Let's look at what is currently available on the market and compare best embroidery sewing machines.

Mechanical embroidery sewing machines - the simplest style

You can get a mechanical, electronic or computerized embroidery machine. The first sewing machines were mechanical controlled by a rotary wheel. Actually they have been on the market for almost 200 years. Some people still prefer to use a mechanical machine and their antique sewing machines like Singer or Brother work for them very well.

Mechanical embroidery machines have a limited selection of stitches, but they are inexpensive. They are not as easy to operate as electronic ones, but with a little bit of practice you can create beautiful embroidery.

Most respected sewing machine manufacturers still produce mechanical embroidery machines. Some of the more popular examples are Kenmore 11101, Elna 2005, Bernina 1008, Singer 6038 and Kenmore 15212

Electronic embroidery machines - easy and convenient

Even though mechanical machines work fine, most people prefer electronic ones. They are much simpler to operate, so you can concentrate on the creative part of your embroidery project. Electronic embroidery sewing machines are also lighter and more portable. There are hundreds of models available, since most modern sewing machines are electronic. You can find machines by Brother, Singer, Janome, Kenmore and Viking to suit any budget.

Not all electronic machines offer you the same features. Look at the number of stitches, and additional features available to see if particular model will suit your needs.

Computerized embroidery machines - most sophisticated technology

Computerized sewing machines use the most advanced technology to help you create beautiful embroidery easy and fast. They are basically the same as electronic embroidery machines, but with much more features. The machine uses a microprocessor, so you can load different patterns on a card and your machine reads the information from a card and creates a pattern all by itself. This allows you to create very sophisticated embroidery.

A computerized sewing machine can have many features. Here are some - automatic needle threader, multiple needle positions, mirror imaging, more the a hundred stitch functions, needle positions, a screen displaying stitch length, stitch patterns and width adjustment.

The only disadvantage of a computerized embroidery machine is its price - you will have to pay from $ 400 to $2000 for a good quality unit. The price depends on additional features and how much your machine can actually do. Popular models of computerized embroidery sewing machines are Brother SE270D, Singer CE-200 Quantum Futura and Singer Quantum XL-6000.

If you decide to go with the top technology machine with a microprocessor it makes sense to compare prices for the same model at several retailers. You can check your local craft and sewing supply shops, but you are more likely to find a better price online. There are many online shops that offer a great variety of different sewing and embroidery machines.

Embroidery Design

Embroidery is the art of embellishing fabric with designs that are sewed with strands of thread or yarn using a needle. Embroidery makes use of other materials such as metal strips, pearls, beads, quills and sequins as a means of further ornamenting a fabric. There are several classifications of embroidery deigns.

Embroidery design can be classified according to the basic foundation fabric used by the embroiderer. For example, free embroidery is one design where stitches are made without taking into account t the knit of the basic fabric. Crewel embroidery and traditional Chinese embroidery are in this category.

Palestinian embroidery design requires one stitch after another in succession with tremendous skill and accuracy. It takes a lot of free time and patience, always with an eye of the final product. Its like building a house, as the embroiderer has to take time to make the stitches, and it is not complete until the last stitch is embroidered.

Probably the most elaborate and wearying form of embroidery is the Zardosi workmanship that originated in India. It uses metal thread instead of the customary silk or rayon. The fabric which is usually silk or velvet is marked with the pattern and then the artist covers the pattern with metal thread embellishing it with stonework beads. Another form of embroidery is the Ari work -- also form India. This work is done by stretching the fabric on a frame and creating the stitches with a needle. The needle also carries tinsels, beads and other trimmings to decorate the pattern. India is a country rich in embroidery with almost seventy two forms of embroidery unique to every region.

Embroidery Machines-Brother - Fancy Needlework Also For Beginners

Traditional needlework usually requires a lot of skill and patience on the part of the person doing the embroidery, not to mention a lot of time. The more complicated the design, the more effort is required. That is why youngsters today, and even many grown-ups, are usually turned off by the idea of embroidery.

Due to the advancements in technology, we have gotten used to having everything done fast and seeing results right away. In almost every aspect of our lives, there is a modern innovation to make things easier for us. Fortunately, the same technology has also provided for advancements in the art of embroidery and has made sewing much easier.

Brother embroidery machines are ultra-modern equipment designed to make embroidery faster and easier. Embroidery experts can finish a lot more of their work because of the astounding speed at which these Brother embroidery machines can make stitches. Even beginners are now capable of creating complicated patterns by using Brother embroidery machines.

The exterior of the Brother embroidery machines are so sleek and modern that any young person would be drawn to try the art of embroidery. All the machines are very easy to use and there are no special skills required. In fact, even young people who have no experience whatsoever in embroidery will not have a difficult time learning the ropes of using the Brother embroidery machines.

They have touch screens for editing and lay-outing of the design. Each machine is equipped with several built-in designs that you can customize to your own personal preference. Many models can be connected to a computer so you can download more patterns from the Internet.

You can use the Brother embroidery machines for embellishing your own curtains and throw pillows. The next time you have guests over for dinner, they will surely be impressed by your knack for embroidery.

You can also use the Brother embroidery machines to create gifts with a personal touch to your loved ones. Anybody would appreciate a gift that is well thought of, and embroidered items with special initials on them are definitely more memorable.

Once you have mastered the features of the Brother embroidery machines, you can even take your stitching to a whole new level and turn it into an income-generating business by making customized items embroidered with the client’s preferred designs.

The Brother embroidery machines have definitely bridged the gap between the modern world and the beautiful traditional art of embroidery. Hopefully, with these technologically advanced gadgets, more people will be enticed to practice the art of needlework.

Brother UPG4000DII

PremiumPackage

Features

• Border frame enables you to sew almost any motif as a continuous
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• border design
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• Easily slide your fabric to the next embroidery position without
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• being removed from the hoop
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• Auto-alignment function, when you stop sewing, the design will
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• remain in line
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• Software enhancements allow you to turn any design into applique
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• Convert over 150 stitch designs into embroidery stitch data
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• Check the designs on screen before they are sewn
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• Change the background colour on the machines LCD

Innov-is 4500D/4000D/4000 Premium

Exclusively for all Innov-is 4500D’s and Innov-is 4000D/4000 machines

that have been upgraded with the UPG4000D Premium Package.

Add even more features to your top of the line machine.

Add tremendous functionality to your machine with these features:

- New Border Frame and 28 Unique Embroidery Patterns. Allows you

to embroider beautiful motifs continuously as border designs. Good for

embellishing a wide variety of items.

- Sewing Decorative Stitches as embroidery. Use the Border Frame

to embroider 150 decorative sewing stitches within the frame.

- Add applique capability to your embroidery designs with the new

Applique Creator Function.

- Change your LCD screen background color for easier viewing of

difficult to see embroidery designs.

- Customizable USB Mouse* Pointer Functions.

- Character/Font Pattern Separation. Greater functionality in adjusting

the spacing between individual characters.

- Basting Function to prevent shrinkage and misalignment of embroidery designs

- Addition of 2 new small fonts and 2 new Cyrillic fonts.

*Requires UPG4000D Version 1.

Brother Innov-is 4000D sewing and embroidery machine

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Features

• Up to 1000 stitches per minute sewing and embroidery speed
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• 416 built-in embroidery designs
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• 134 built-in Disney designs
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• Up to 900 stitches
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• 300mm x 180mm embroidery area
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• Extra large sewing area
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• Fully automatic touch button needle threading system
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• Automatic thread cutter
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• Quick set drop-in bobbin
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• Automatic bobbin winder
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• Colour touch screen LCD
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• 7 point feed dog
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• Free arm sewing
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• Knee lifter
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• USB port
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• Two year back to base warranty (upon registration)

Innov-is 4000D Sewing & Embroidery Machine



Do you want to own the very best personal embroidery and

sewing machine available? A machine that's the most technologically

advanced, versatile and yet incredibly easy to use.

Taking advantage of Brother's leadership in embroidery and sewing

technology the Innov-is4000D lets you expand the horizons of your

creativity.


Now Available - Innov-is 4000D Premium Pack:


Software upgrade kit to do specific quilting tasks. Also allows

the use of a mouse

instead of the touch screen.

Echo quilting foot

Free motion foot 'C'

Free motion open Toe foot

Marked bobbin cover

User guide

Brother Innov-is 500D sewing and embroidery machine

Features

• Up to 650 stitches per minute sewing and embroidery speed
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• 70 built in embroidery designs
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• 65 built in Disney designs
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• 128 stitches
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• 100mm x 100mm embroidery area
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• Unique thread cassette system
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• Automatic thread cutter
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• Quick set drop in bobbin
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• F.A.S.T bobbin winding system
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• Monochrome touch screen LCD
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• 6 point feed
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• Two year back to base (upon registration)

Innov-is 500D Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Need a sewing machine and have embroidery requirement too?

Why not have one machine to do both jobs. This combined

sewing and embroidery machine is designed for sewers who want

to customize their own soft furnishings and clothing, or who would

like to add a little Disney magic to projects for their friends and

family by using any of the 65 built-in Winnie the Pooh embroidery

patterns.

The machine is small and compact for easy storage, yet it still boasts

key features such as the ability to combine with any of Brother's range

of hi-tech optional accessories such as the PE Design software package,

which allows you to use the power of technology to create your vision and

generate designs to

embroider on your machine.

Brother Innov-is 1500D sewing and embroidery machine

Features

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• Up to 800 stitches per minute sewing and embroidery speed
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• 148 built-in embroidery designs
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• 76 built-in Disney designs
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• Up to 900 stitches
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• 260mm x 160mm embroidery area
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• Extra large sewing area
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• Super threading system
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• Automatic thread cutter
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• Quick set drop-in bobbin
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• Automatic bobbin winder
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• LCD screen
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• 7 point feed dog
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• Free arm sewing
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• Knee lifter
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• USB port for PC connection
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• Two year back to base warranty (upon registration)

Innov-is 1500D Sewing & Embroidery Machine

The Innov-is 1500D is a superb all-rounder which will leave the keen sewing enthusiast wanting for nothing. The multiple features read like a wish list for anyone keen on combining sewing and embroidery functions to produce the very best creative work.

* From 13 brands of sewing machines, one person in three chooses Brother

Brother Innov-is 1200 sewing and embroidery machine

Features

• 650 stitches per minute embroidery speed
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• 850 stitches per minute sewing speed
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• 136 built-in embroidery designs
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• Large 180mm x 130mm embroidery area
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• Automatic thread trimmers
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• LCD touch screen
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• USB port for PC connection
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• Two year back to base warranty (upon registration)

Innov-is 1200 Sewing and Embroidery Machine

The Innov-is 1200 has all the specifications to appeal to your embroidery, quilting, home furnishing and dress making needs. With so many great features the 1200 is the most capable machine in its price category. To help you deal with any sizeable project it has a large sewing area, and thanks to the built in knee lift your projects are much easier to manage as you have total control of the fabric at all times.

For your embroidery needs there are many themes of built-in designs to choose from. With a large embroidery area of 130 x 180mm you can customise your projects with beautiful designs to suit your needs. The USB port allows you to quickly and easily transfer additional embroidery designs from your PC and with the backlit LCD screen, customise the layout of your project exactly how you want it to appear.

Brother Innov-is 500 sewing and embroidery machine

Features

• 650 stitch per minute embroidery speed
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• 70 built in embroidery designs
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• 128 built in utility & decorative stitches
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• Embroidery area 100mm x 100mm
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• Revolutionary cassette threading system
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• Automatic thread cutter
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• Quick set top loading bobbin
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• Automatic bobbin winder
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• Backlit LCD touch screen
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• 2 year warranty (upon registration)

Innov-is 500 Sewing and Embroidery Machine

This combined sewing and embroidery machine is designed for beginners or intermediate sewers who want to create or customize their own soft furnishings and clothing. The machine is small and compact for easy storage, yet it still boasts key features and the ability to combine with any of Brother's range of hi-tech support accessories such as PE Design (software package), allowing the sewer to use the power of technology to encourage their own creativity to generate designs and download them onto the machine via a memory card.