John Lewis Mini Colour Block Sewing Machine , Purple

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Product information

The John Lewis Mini sewing machine is a perfect sewing machine for beginners. It has enough functions to let you experiment and have fun, but not so many that it's overwhelming.

Features include: 10 stitch options, 2 needle positions, drop-in bobbin, and free arm (great for adjusting cuffs or trousers). It also has a double presser foot and push lever reverse for when you want to reinforce a stitch. It's suitable for light to medium fabrics, so you can mend and make things as you wish.

This machine includes a standard foot, spare bobbins and spare needles.

Alphabet styles Information Easy way to sew letters
NO
Auto thread tension Information Ensures stable stitch quality
NO
Brand
John Lewis
Buttonhole styles Information Gives flexibility when sewing different garments
0
Buttonhole type Information The fewer steps, the easier and faster the process
none
Cover
Not included
Electronic foot speed control Information Gives greater control, even at slow speeds
NO
Eligible for International Delivery
NO
Embroidery options
NO
Guarantee
1 year guarantee included.
Hook movement Information Oscillating is a half-circle movement of the bobbin; rotary moves full-circle, reducing thread jams
Rotary
Integrated drop feed Information Feed teeth drop down so fabric has free movement. Useful when quilting or embroidering
NO
Integrated dual feed Information Provides equal feeding of top and bottom layers of fabric. Useful when quilting
NO
Integrated needle threader Information Makes it easy to thread the needle
NO
Knee lifter Information Lets you lift the presser foot when using both hands to control the fabric
NO
Lock stitch facility Information Ensures all stitches and patterns are securely locked off at the end of the sewing sequence
NO
Manufacturer's Guarantee
1 year
Max speed limiter Information Controls maximum speed of machine, irrespective of how hard the foot control is depressed
NO
Model name / number
Mini
Needle up/down function Information Lets you to programme the needle so it always finishes in the down or up position. Useful when pivoting on corners
NO
Reverse button Information Sews in reverse to reinforce the stitch
YES
Sewing Machine Type
Mechanical
Stitch memory Information Memorises characters, letters and numbers: useful for name tapes
NO
Stitch options Information The more stitch options, the more designs you can use
10
Stop/Start button Information Lets machine be used without the foot control
NO
Suitable for fabrics
Light
Suitable for user
Beginner
Thread cutter Information Neatly cuts the thread after sewing
NO
Tutorial DVD
NO
Twin needle Information Produces parallel rows of decorative stitching in one easy step
YES
View-through bobbin cover Information Shows you when your bobbin is low on thread
YES
Weight
2.6kg
Width adjustment Information Lets you adjust the stitch setting manually
NO

Delivery

Click & collect for collection Thursday

233 participating John Lewis and Waitrose shops
Free

Standard UK delivery within 5 working days

£3.00

Next, named or Saturday UK delivery (order by 7pm)

£6.95

Next/named working day UK delivery pre-10.30am

£9.95

International delivery not available

Returns

If you're not completely happy with your item, return it to us for FREE via:

Royal Mail

Fill out your reason(s) for return on the back of the delivery note and use the pre-paid Royal Mail Returns label.

John Lewis shops

Take the product and your delivery note to the appropriate department in any of our shops.

 

Exceptions apply; see returns and refunds information.

Q & As

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John Lewis Mini Colour Block Sewing Machine 4.5 5 41 41
Unfortunately Faulty I tried to use this machine but the needle foot was wrongly aligned, resulting in the needle hitting the foot plate and bending. This is a great shame since the machine looked "user-friendly" and has had very good reviews. I have returned the faulty goods, but I will re-order 15 June 2013
Better than expected I bought this machine a few weeks ago whilst it was on special offer and have been both pleasantly surprised by what it can do, and busy using it to make lots of craft items I'd wanted to do. It can't deal with really thick fabric, and yes the needle is hard to thread, but ive used this for quilting and applique, and it is definately a good beginner's machine. 23 May 2013
Great machine! I love my little purple machine. It seems excellent value for money . Works very well and very reliable. I'm just a beginner so this is perfect as it is so easy to use, yet gives great results. 21 May 2013
Sew disappointed Having saved all his kindly gifted money , my son, age 7 , purchased this today, we excitedly set it up and started to sew. All was well for the first 10 minutes, then the bobbin thread kept catching and there was a terrible clunking noise that would start after approximately 15 cm of stitching, and within seconds it would 'jam' up . We persisted for a while, but after completely re-threading, trying a different thread and bobbin, consulting the user guide and a great deal of patience we had to admit defeat. Leaving a tearful son and a stressed out mum . I guess you get what you pay for, but I was hopeful having read all the good reviews. I will be returning it for a refund. 19 May 2013
Brilliant ! I bought this machine due to a recomendation by a friend, i had bought 2 machines previously and couldnt work them ! so when i got this one it was my last try, im a total begginer ! so i opened it LOVLY COLOUR ! light and very easy to use, its perfect and i can use it ! only fault i could find is no carry handle and a little fiddly when threading the needle as u have to do it from the back but other then that its great for the price im very happy ! 04 May 2013
Not impressed I bought this sewing machine just two weeks ago. I was initially very impressed with the appearance, size and blue colour. I started to use it a couple of times and it was ok. It seemed a bit cheap but it was ok for what I wanted. However, the third time I have come to use it, this morning it has jammed up around 20 times and I have spent two hours unjamming in total today. It is completely unusable. I have not damaged it in anyway. I am so disappointed and now will have to go through the rigmarole of trying to contact John Lewis to replace, or fix or refund this item. :( 27 April 2013
Great starter sewing machine I bought this sewing machine as it had so many great reviews and I have not been disappointed. It's very easy to use and is great value. 04 April 2013
Really nifty! This is a super little sewing machine, really easy to use and looks great in red too. Have just made a patchwork scarf and am now keen to make more stuff, my family can expect lots of cushions etc for forthcoming birthday presents! Highly recommended for sewing machine novices like myself, especially at such a good price. 13 March 2013
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Product code :

58322009

Colour :

Purple


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  • 1 year guarantee included