Singer 7470 Confidence Electronic Sewing Machine Reviews
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Product Features
- Electronic sewing machine with LCD screen and simple push-button control panel
- 173 built-in stitches can be edited for expanded variation; 1-step buttonholes
- Drop & Sew bobbin system; built-in needle threader; twin-needle mode; 13 needle positions
- Free arm with storage space; array of accessories, including 5 snap-on presser feet
- Measures approximately 17-1/5 by 8 by 12-1/2 inches; 25-year limited warranty
Reviewed By: Cookie (Tampa, Florida)
Fantastic Machine To Start Again With
Let me start by saying that I had not sewed a stitch on a machine in almost 20 years. Then my daughter comes to me to say she is getting married and needs me to sew children’s bridal dresses, wall panels, table runners, etc.I didn’t even own a sewing machine!
I fired up the computer and after a bit of research decided to give Singer 7470 Confidence Electronic Sewing Machine a try.
I was a nervous wreck when I sat down to try it out the day it came. BOY, was I surprised. It was so easy I was shocked.
The instruction manual is very well written. Self threading the machine turned out to be a breeze. Selecting the stitch was super simple.
I was particularly taken with the weight of the machine. Some have said it’s a bit too heavy, but that is what I really liked. When you step on the gas the machine stays put instead of bouncing away from you like the light-weight machines tend to do.
In the end it took me less than two months to make two children’s bridal gowns (with long trains,) 21-13′x4′ wall panels (all edges hemmed,) and 8-9′x2.5′ table runners (all edges hemmed.)
I would most definitely recommend this sewing machine to anyone as I totally love it.
- Cookie
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Reviewed By: M. Bellavance (Texas, USA)
Very Satisfied Consumer!
At 36 years old, I have only been sewing for less then 2 months! I originally bought the Singer Simple model. It was a great tool in teaching me basic threading and sewing technique; but I quickly outgrew it! The “simple” became not so simple when it came to bobbin thread and performance. It was a nightmare to continually have to re-thread the bobbin. That, along with various other factors, led to the search for an upgraded sewing machine. At first I was intimidated by the “electronic” features of the newer models, although now I am not sure why that is so. I LOVE THE Singer 7470 Confidence SEWING MACHINE! I have yet to really play around with it, but the basics of just threading and straight stitching have proven to be far superior to the “simple” model when it comes to ease of use and performance.
1. The “Confidence” does not jump up and down on the table, like the “simple”.
2. The bobbin has given me ZERO problems when it comes to threading and clean sewing. No more messed up or broken bobbin thread!
3. The Auto tension has performed perfectly so far.
4. The “Confidence” is less noisy than the “simple”.
5. Overall, the “Confidence” flows smoothly. The electronic features take some time to get used to; but having so many stitches to choose from makes sewing all the more fun.
As previously noted, I am a complete novice. But to be able to quickly thread and start sewing, and come out with a quality garment is a tribute to the user friendly design of the “Confidence”. The instruction manual is sufficient in its definitions, descriptions, and photos … enough to make sense. The included accessories with the “Confidence” are valuable.
With so many sewing machines on the market, it becomes overwhelming to know which machine to choose. I based my decision largely on consumer reviews (as well as a recommendation from several staff members at a retail store). As of now, I couldn’t be happier with my decision.
NOTES:
As another reviewer notes, the machine is a bit heavy to carry around. As for the backstitch button, I have not found it to be a great problem that the backstitch button must continually be pressed. The “simple’s” backstitch button was a MAJOR pain, and never really worked right. The “confidence” backstitch button is fairly pain free to use.
Also, it is noted that Class 15J bobbins must be used. I have used Class 15 with no problems; but have since decided (per further recommendation) to only use Class 15J bobbins. Can’t find these everywhere. I found them at several online retailers, as well as Ebay and Singerco.
I really believe the average sewer will be very pleased with the Singer Confidence 7470. The price is not as high as quality machines, and the features are amazing.
Have fun sewing!
- Maria
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