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.

This could probably be any of our grandmothers at work. George Grantham Bain Collection [PD], via Wikimedia Commons. In our hackspace, we’ve opened a textile room in the last month. We have high hopes ...

Sewing machine type: Computerised Accessories included: 12 presser feet, eyelet punch, knee lift lever, foot controller, wide table, hard case, bobbin, needle set, twin needle, quilting guide, ...

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