Finding the right sewing machine can unlock a trove of creative possibilities. Even for a beginner, if you intend to develop your sewing skills, it pays to buy one that gives you scope to experiment.

"Hand sewing can be a therapeutic activity, but for days when you require more efficiency, it's time to bring out your sewing machine," says Sara SJ Kim, the creator of Sewing Therapy. One of those ...

Free-motion quilting, preloaded alphabets, and hundreds of stitches—today’s sewing machines do more than stitch in a straight line. By Carol Benton, Stacey L. Nash Updated Oct 13, 2023 12:40 PM EDT We ...

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We've focused on the best sewing machines for beginners and tested models from Brother, Janome, Singer, John Lewis and more, including budget options costing less than £100. We enlisted the help of ...