Product By Singer(9 customers reviews)
Product Description
The Singer Portable Sewing Machine is perfect for all your basic sewing needs. This uncomplicated machine won’t take hours to learn how to use—just learn to thread the machine (a simple process outlined in the included quick start guide) and start to sew. Easy stitch selection and an automatic 4-step buttonhole give you convenience and creativity.
Technical Details
- Singer Portable Sewing Machine
- 10 Built-In Stitches , 10 Stitch Functions
- Reverse Operation
- Zigzag Stitch
- Free-Arm Design
Customer Reviews
2010-05-03
By Charlene (Modesto, California)
I just bought this machine, and love it. It runs so smoothly. The bobbin has not jammed on it, as others have complained. Perhaps they had the bobbin threaded backwards? That will make it jam up, because I've used older machines that have the same bobbin assembly, and you have to have the tension right, and the thread going in the correct direction, which is clockwise.
2010-03-28
By Natalie BC
I bought this machine yesterday. This is the first machine I've ever owned, and I hadn't even used one for about 15 years or so. On the whole, the machine is very easy to set up, although I was a little confused about how to set up the bobbin properly. Once I figured out how to properly thread the bobbin case, though, I was all set. I was able to sew 6 pocket linings in less than an hour with very little trouble. Time will tell if any other problems arise, but so far I think it's a good deal for a solid machine.
2010-02-19
By Jamie A. Lahrman (Indianapolis, IN)
This was my first sewing machine of my own. I have been using my mom's.It was easy to set-up but the thread jammed in the bobbin even after adjusting the tension several times.
I wish I would have seen the reviews before purchasing this item. I could have avoided a lot of frustration.I am taking it back to Target today!
2010-01-18
By Mikayla's mom (California)
I received this for Christmas from my husband. My first time using this machine was nothing but frustrating! I tried to sew my daughter a simple skirt that should have taken less than an hour... 5 hours later my mom had to finish it for me on her machine. I encountered the same problems with the bobbin that others voiced- and yes- I fixed the tension. I tried emailing Singer to find out about the many problems and three weeks later I have yet to hear back from them... I returned the machine the following day. Don't waste your money on this machine unless you have a lot of spare time to fix it's many problems.
2009-11-22
By goodstuff (San Francisco)
This is my first sewing machine, the first time I've used one. I love it, and hate to see it's rating so low due to reports of bobbin jamming. None of the 3 complaints mentioned that they even attempted to adjust the upper or lower tension adjustments. My machine jammed up the first time I used it but I read the instructions and adjusted the tensions- problem solved. Adjusting the lower bobbin tension is a touchy feely operation, but not hard to do. From the instructions- "To test the bobbin thread tension, remove the bobbin case and bobbin and hold it by suspending it by the thread. Jerk it once or twice. If the tension is correct, the thread will unwind by about an inch or two. If the tension is too tight, it does not unwind at all. If the tension is too loose, it will drop too much. To adjust, turn the small screw on the side of the bobbin case." There is a screwdriver included to make this adjustment. It clamps the thread, so a thicker or thinner thread could mean an adjustment is necessary. Mine needed to be loosened for the first spool of thread I used. This bobbin case is polished stainless steel, so it's not wearing out soon. I guess the screw might get loose someday, my local Jo-Ann fabric store sells new complete bobbin cases for $2.99. The upper thread tension dial requires a lot of adjustment depending on the work. A sewing machine isn't a hair dryer. They are complex weird monsters and there is a learning curve, no way around it. You've got to tune em like a guitar. This machine is heavy and stable and has a pleasant look and feel. It disturbs me there is no inclusion of oil or lubrication instructons. I doubt it's never necessary, so I got a tube of Official Singer Oil, a very thick oil with a look and smell like melted butter. I recomend it. I've only had my 2250 for a week. 5 stars so far.
