Brother SE700 Sewing and Embroidery Machine, Wireless, 135 Built-in Designs, 103 Built-in Stitches, SA5FTPKG 5 Foot Embellishment Pack Included

If you know nothing about sewing, embroidery, etc. then this machine is what you need. There is literally directions all over this machine to show you what to do. You can even view built in directions on the touch screen. Even the pictured button light up green for good and red for bad. It also has built in safety features that don’t allow you to embroider if things aren’t in the right place (besides the bobbin; learned that the hard way).I will say that I have never even used a sewing machine. So, it’s has been about one month since I ordered the machine. I had to learn a lot. Never knew what a bobbin was, presser foot, etc. so I have nothing to compare this machine to.With that in mind, give yourself time to learn. I made plenty of mistakes and had 3 shirts I tested on, over and over. Be patient and learn as you go. Once you get the hang of it, you will love the results!Lastly, if you’re unable to spend another $50-$100 when you buy this machine, I would wait. You will need to order separate materials like colored thread, stabilizer (backing paper), tiny scissors, practice fabric (please do not use a nice shirt until you have multiple successful tests) and possibly, a subscription to the Brother design system. I ended up not using this designer but I still had to pay for it for the month.As a crafter, being able to embroider makes me so happy! I never thought it would be possible!

This beautiful machine sews like a dream. I shopped around a lot, looking for the perfect sewing and embroidery machine and I'm so glad I went with this one. The price point was perfect was an added bonus.

We just started using this, but so far we are really happy. It almost threads itself. We are beginners and were worried about threading it. We watched a video on Brother’s website and it was so simple! Haven’t embroidered anything yet. We have more videos to watch before that. But it makes sewing really easy.

It’s fun to use. Instructional book not very clear. Going on U tube to learn was easier in some areas. If you have big hands you may find it difficult to maneuver the threading, needle etc, very compact. Does not seem to be a sturdy as others I have. Lots of wobbles & squeaks. But it does what it is suppose to do well. I put a picture of my first project ( edited for privacy) below .Embroidered & framed as gift.

I am writing this review with immense disappointment and frustration regarding my recent experience with the Brother sewing machine I purchased in April 2023. Due to some unexpected family emergencies, I was unable to unbox the machine until August 2023, at which point my troubles began.Upon attempting to use the sewing machine, I encountered a critical issue – the needle broke on my very first attempt. After investigating further, it became evident that the presser foot holder was crooked and bent, rendering the machine unusable. I was shocked and dismayed by the poor craftsmanship of the product.Seeking assistance, I promptly reached out to Brother's customer service, hoping they would address the defect in their product. Unfortunately, my hopes were quickly dashed as I encountered an unhelpful and indifferent attitude from their representatives. To my disbelief, they not only refused to provide assistance but directed me to a sewing machine retailer for resolution.The situation only worsened when I approached the recommended retailer with the hopes of getting the warranty honored and obtaining a replacement part. Regrettably, their response mirrored Brother's, as they outright dismissed my concerns and refused to honor the warranty for a product that had a glaring manufacturing defect. Their solution? "You have a warranty, ship it back!". Contacted Brother again only to get the same response as before. This lack of accountability and customer support was utterly disheartening.Seeing no other option, I escalated the matter to Amazon, the platform through which I had made the purchase. I anticipated that Amazon's renowned customer service would come to my rescue, but to my astonishment, I was met with a similar level of apathy. They, too, were unresponsive to my plea for assistance and failed to uphold the integrity of the transaction.It is profoundly disappointing that in a situation where all I needed was a single replacement part to rectify a manufacturing flaw, I have been met with a wall of indifference and non-cooperation. This entire experience has been incredibly frustrating, time-consuming, and emotionally draining. I entrusted my hard-earned money to Brother, the sewing machine retailer, and Amazon, only to be left high and dry with a defective product and no avenue for resolution.I strongly caution anyone considering purchasing a Brother sewing machine based on my nightmarish experience. Not only is the product quality questionable, but the abysmal customer service provided by both Brother and the involved retailers is inexcusable. As a consumer, I deserve better treatment and support, and I hope my review serves as a warning to others about the potential pitfalls of dealing with these companies.