Elna Sew Fun Sewing Machine Review

apl — Thu, 28 Jan 2010 09:00:59 +0000

Elna Sew Fun sewing machine has basic features yet able to offer a little more. It has 13 stitch range including a simple to operate 4 step buttonholer. It has a front oscillating hook system, auto-stop bobbin winding, automatic needle threading, retractable spool pins that recess for storage and soft cover.

Elna Sew Fun Specifications:

Height: 30 cm
Width: 39 cm
Weight: 17.6 lbs.
Warranty: 2 years

Elna Sew Fun has a detachable sewing table that lifts out of the way to reveal a free arm for circular stitching work. With this sewing machine you also get easy declutch bobbin winding with auto-stop, snap-on feet, a push button reverse lever, and recessed tension unit for lay-in threading, it’s a budget priced sewing machine in a lightweight package that will suit the occasional sewer.

You can adjust the stitch length and width using the two handy dials making selection quick and trouble free. It features a good range of stitches, even stretch and overlock stitch. It also has the ability to use twin needles as an option.

The Elna Sew Fun is lightweight with a front loading bobbin case and a convertible free arm for circular sewing. This feature packed machine not only makes an ideal starter machine because it is so easy to use but would also suit the serious seamstress or home maker because it has loads of time saving features.

Threading is no longer a dreaded chore because the easy to follow numbered thread path gets you down to the needle where it threads front to rear, get the job done in seconds.

The 4 step buttonhole foot means fast and neat buttonholes. The detachable storage box converts the flat bed into a convenient free arm and allows easy access to difficult areas like sleeves and trouser legs.

The extra height foot lifter doubles the height of the foot and allows for extra bulky fabrics and the independent stitch width and length adjustments increase the versatility.

The Elna Sew Fun also has 2 handy pull up/push down spool pins for ease of use and safe storage. And because there are 2, you can really be creative using twin needles. All these, plus quick foot change, a reverse stitch lever, a one-hand thread cutter.

Elna Sew Fun at a glance…

Pros:

Twin needle
Reverse stitch
Sewing light
Lightweight
Portable
Easy to use

Cons:

A bit pricey compared to other brands.

Overall, this sewing machine is packed with features that beginners and experienced sewers will love. It is simple to use and has convenient features that let you save time and energy and have fun while doing your projects.

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Elna 2800 Sewing Machine Review

Elna 2800 Sewing Machine Review

apl — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 08:00:44 +0000

Elna 2800 sewing machine is designed to fit your needs whether you are just beginning or already experienced in sewing. It has a diverse stitch package and convenient features like the drop-in bobbin and the foolproof built-in needle threader.

Elna 2800 Specifications:

Height: 30 cm
Width: 41 cm
Weight: 18.7 lbs.
Warranty: 2 years

Elna 2800 has easy to read stitch illustrations that are located on the right front panel. You can use the automatic buttonhole foot so you can make a classic one-step buttonhole perfectly.

There’s no separate bobbin case to misplace with the drop-in bobbin. You can actually see just how much thread is left on the bobbin with its see through cover. For stippling or thread painting, you will need to drop the feed dog so you can sew on buttons and be able to do free motion work. All you need to is move the handy lever located at the back of the free arm.

The free arm allows you to easily reach circular areas like collars, trouser legs and shirt cuffs. This sewing machine also provides you with centimeter and inch measurements on the needle plate and the handy tools are at the base of the machine so you can sew accurately.

This machine also allows you to do whatever quilting you are into, whether it is appliqué, patchwork or crazy quilting.

The accessories included are hard cover, instruction book, foot speed control, seam ripper, lint brush, needles pack, 3 bobbins, screwdriver, second bobbin pin, thread lead off large and small, zigzag foot, zipper foot, satin stitch foot, blind hemming foot, auto one-step button hole foot, quilting guide and overlocking foot.

Elna 2800 at a glance…