Brother M343D Overlocker

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Featuring a powerful motor it makes lightwork of sewing heavier fabrics and is perfect for stretch fabrics. The free arm makes sewing them hard to reach areas such as cuffs and armholes a breeze. The 4234Dis a good choice for sewers who want more stitch options, easy threading, and sturdier build quality. 2/3/4 threads To adjust the thread tension there is a thread tension dial for each needle thread, the lower looper thread and the upper looper thread. Retractable Knife Blade When it comes to threading the colour coding does help, however, this model is relatively easy to thread and doesn’t require the use of tweezers or special tools, which is a bonus. Another positive feature is the dual feed which is perfect for when working with difficult stretchy materials. If your machine already has some threads in place (you're just looking to add more when it's running out) then the knot method is the easiest form of threading.

The M343D comes with a LED light and it has to be said, it is very bright. Strangely enough it is a lot brighter than the one on the Brother 1034D and I can’t quite fathom out why? Accessories The 3034DWT is a good choice for sewers who just want the main 3 or 4 thread stitches, easy threading, and don’t want to spend too much. Lot’s of freebies Although this is a good introductory model there is the possibility to get more for your money with the Brother M343D. You want lots of free feet to experiment with, and the convenience of a waste tray and extension table. Other positives include a 4mm stitch length the rolled hem conversion and the differential feed. The differential feed on this model is ideal for more demanding fabric and has other applications such as for gathering.One of the main positives of the 4234D is its ability to work on pretty much any fabric weight/type and deliver perfectly hemmed seams or decorative effects every time. There is also a reference panel on the machine, which helps with selecting the correct tension setting for various stitches. This is a handy feature as it saves the need of having to serge-test seams on an old piece of fabric. A free arm for sewing collars, cuffs, and sleeves. This tool allows you to easily work on small areas and is especially helpful for those who deal with children’s clothing.

However, if that’s not an issue, don’t let that one problem put you off investing in this otherwise great machine. You can easily adjust the length and width of each stitch you create by simply turning the dial to the size you want and as well as standard stitches you can also use it to create more decorative stitches and finishes. Chain-off stitches for instance. Mini Sewing Machine. It is portable & small. Portable sewing machine Size 31.70x15.00x30.00cm, weigh 2.43kg. Perfect for dress making, everyday household sewing, altering and creating clothing, crafting, quilting, home decor. An adjustable differential feed. Machines with this feature have two feed dogs beneath the fabric working independently. You can adjust them depending on what you want to achieve. If you're sewing with both needles you use a dotted line if you just sewn with the right needle you use the bold line. That is such a useful little bit of marking on Janome. Buying a machine that has free arm to flat-bed conversion table is something well worth considering. This feature comes in handy when doing work on cuffs or sleeves. LED LightThere is a thread tension dial for each needle thread the lower looper thread and the upper looper thread. Retractable Knife Blade Sadly, as good as this machine is, it is not flawlessly perfect. One particular issue we’ve discovered in our research is that many customer have found it to be a lot nosier than others when used at its top speed.

It comes with an adjustable stitch length of 1 mm to 5 mm and a cutting width of 3 mm to 7 mm. In terms of speed this is a fast machine with the ability to stitch 1300 stitches per minute. Both only come with the standard foot and no waste tray. My 3 Best Buys all came with more accessories. The 2104Dis a good choice for sewers who just want the main 3 or 4 thread stitches, easy threading, and don’t want to spend too much. Good price

Tension Disc Release: Releasing previously used tension settings is achieved by lowering the presser foot after threading.

If you choose a model with snap-on presser feet you will thank yourself for it. When it comes to threading or rethreading snap-on presser feet are a desirable feature to have. Free Arm/Flat Bed Easy to use and easy to thread, thanks to the F.A.S.T. Lower Looper Threading System with colour coding and numbered steps

Brother 3034DWT Overlocker Review:

This is the top plastic part only which you screw onto your originalshaft with the small screw you already have. The M343D offers you the option of working on a flatbed surface or making an easy change to a free arm work area. Simply slide off the bed extension when you wish to put a clean, professional finish on pants legs, cuffs, sheer rolled-hem and lettuce-edge sleeves, collars or other small projects and hard-to-reach areas. Manufacturer’s Guarantees