Singer Zigzag Sewing Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)I bought this sewing machine for my daughter's 6th birthday. Shortly after taking it out of the box we noticed that the item shipped didn't match the pictured item in concerning ways. Namely, the item received didn't include a safety guard around the needle. It wasn't merely missing from the box - this specific item was not designed to even incorporate one. Also, the foot doesn't stay up. All the stitches pull out after sewing ANYTHING despite our best efforts. Overall a highly disappointing product. I'd suggest spending additional money to get a real sewing machine and sign the user up for lessons at a local sewing retailer. Happy sewing!

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Young seamstresses will love creating real fashions with their very own child-sized sewing machine. The Singer Zig Zag Sewing Machine creates a strong, neat chain stitch and really sews. With an on/off switch, tension dial, spool winder and foot pedal control, girls have everything they need to begin sewing. There's even a working light, and spare spool and needle. A project book gives helpful hints and ideas. It comes complete with a handy storage compartment and carry handle for transporting. Requires 2 "D" batteries. Measures 9" x 7.5".

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Singer Knitting Machine Review

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(More customer reviews)I'm a grown-up who loves toys and gadgets. Thought this looked interesting. Yeah, I read the "cheap plastic, too small, frustrating, etc), I'm also a "see for myself" type. Glad I am, because I am having an absolute blast.
It is a toy, not made for production. It takes a while to get started and understand what it and you are doing. I ripped it out about 3X before I got successful results.
The directions and pics are not as good as they could be, but you can figure it out after studying the movements-don't worry it's not calculus.
I wouldn't recommend for a child unless an adult goes through the whole thing first, since I could see the frustration it would create, but don't worry adults, you do not NEED any prior knitting knowledge it's that easy.
I would suggest not using the yarn that comes with it until later. Pick up some regular ol yarn and use that first. That way you can see what's going on. The fuzzy stuff will obscure your view and be more difficult to rip out. One other thing, remember, it is plastic, use a light touch or it will break.
For what it's worth, there are similar ones on the market-they're all basically the same. I preffered this one because it felt more substanital and it sits upright. I can set it on my lap while doing it and the results caome out the back. The others were like buckets that need to be used on a flat surface where the knitting comes out the bottom with little clearance so you have to contstantly adjust the tension, not difficult per se, just more to pay attention to.
Give it a try, it's not everyone's cup of tea, but I am having a good time turning out swatches.

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Discover the delights of knitting! This machine creates a flat or round stitch in seconds with a simple turn of the handle. Knit your own fashionable designs! You can knit scarves, hats, shoulder bags, socks, forearm warmers, and more. Includes: pink knitting machine, 2 skeins of Fun Fur yarn (purple and pink), yarn needle, and Do-It-Yourself Project Booklet. For ages 6 and up. Warning: Product contains sharp needles and should be used under the supervision of an adult. Not suitable for children under 48 months. Contains small parts and sharp needle. Conforms to ASTM and F963. Actual product may vary from photos. Size: 8"H x 10"W x 4"D.

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