Brother Serger, 1034D, Heavy-Duty Metal Frame Overlock Machine, 1,300 Stitches Per Minute, Removeable Trim Trap, 3 Included Accessory Feet, White

Very beginner friendly and intuitive design, everthing you need to know is writen on the machine or in the manual so if you can use a sewing machine you can use this overlocker. Right out of the box you can tell they care that their product gets to the customer in working order, they even leave the test fabric on and color coordinated threads to help ease the costumer into understanding using the machine better. I got so excited i shoved my fabric right in (too far) it bunched up and i immedately broke a needle. All would have been avoided if i took a second to look at the machine a little closer instead of pushing past the blade. To my surprise the machine came with extra needles and replacing the one was easy and clear. I was able to succesfully rethread this thing never having done it before because they made it so user friendly. And my second test run went perfectly. Just have patience and you shouldnt have an issue. Its really compact and decently built. Comes with accessories like alternative presser foot options. The power and foot pedal cord are very sturdy. I cant wait to finish some of my projects with this machine. And i feel this is a really good value for everything its capable of, Esspecially compared to other similar machines

I think if you're looking at this machine, you're either a) new to serging or b) impressed by the price and interested in the quality. I'm completely new to sergers, but I did my homework before buying this one, and for the price and the performance, this serger has a perfect balance.I was also concerned about being able to figure out how to use it on my own (so many people talk about taking a class) but within a day I felt like I knew it inside and out. It's setup is uncomplicated and I was able to get right to work. There's something to be said about passing over the machine that can "do it all" and buying one that just does what you need.1) The "how-to" videos are wonderful for the visual learner. You can pick up the same knowledge from the thorough instruction book(s) included, but the videos reinforce the book. Watching the video on "threading" once, and following the line drawings on the machine itself, I was able to thread the machine in 5 minutes. (It's really not that hard - it's all color coded and the steps are numbered, but the videos help)2) Included are two additional feet, one for a blind hem/flatlock and another for gathering ruffles as you sew. Together, they themselves are an $60 value. The feet are "snap-on" (when I read about that online I instantly thought of breakable plastic, but the feet are primarily metal with some plastic pieces on the blind hem foot) - the "snap-on" construction is very easy to use and solid (i.e. nothing is going to snap OFF over time)3) It's very easy to set the tension and the manual has a very clear chart on troubleshooting uneven stitches (with 4 threads, there are multiple things that can be off with the tension).4) The company description says that it does 22 stitch functions, which I think is a little misleading (it does the basic stuff and they show different applications for the basics).THIS IS WHAT IT DOES:1. 3/4-thread overlock (uses 4 threads; best for use with knits or upholstery fabric)2. 3-thread overlock (general use) in two widths - 3mm (using only the right needle) and 5mm (using only the left)3. Rolled hem (great for edges of napkins, pajama bottoms, frilly skirts, etc)4. Flatlock stitch (decorative or flat seams)5. Blind hemTHIS IS WHAT IT DOESN'T DO:1. Coverlock stitch (stretchy stitch with two straight lines on the front of the fabric). If you're sewing for yourself (i.e. not selling what you make), you can fake this stitch on your regular zigzag sewing machine with a twin needle. It's not quite the same, but close enough for me.2. Chain stitch (a semi-straight stitch, similar to a regular sewing machine but easier to rip out (i.e. good for basting) and a good reinforcement for upholstery)Other sergers I looked at that did the coverlock stitch in addition to overlock, etc. had complicated and time consuming adjustments to be made to switch to the coverlock. If you're going to use it a lot, consider getting a separate machine that does it (the Brother model is 2340CV).The one feature the 1034D is missing for me is the ability to do a 3-thread overlock and a chain stitch at the same time - good for upholstery but something available only on a 5 thread machine.5) Nice little things:1. You have the option of using regular thread spools (cheaper and smaller if you don't need 1000 yards x 4 of whatever color you're buying)2. You use regular needles - so you can use them in both your regular sewing machine and your serger3. It's really easy to control speed with the foot pedal - very responsive4. Disabling the knife (that trims your fabric as you sew) is done with just the flick of a switch5. Differential feed allows you to sew any thickness of fabric, line up stripes evenly, etc.

Otbis my first time having this Machine and ai am In Love with it. works perfectly , O now I have professional finish on my clothing.

Hoy recibí la maquina en mi país Venezuela, es excelente maquina, es la segunda que compro para un familiar, no se ha probado, pero a simple vista todo se ve bien, solo un detalle, tomé las dimensiones publicadas: 10"prof. x 11"an. x 13"al. pulgadas para calcular el costo de envío desde EEUU a Venezuela y las medidas reales eran más grande, esto elevó a casi el doble el envío internacional, agradecería que la información puesta de los productos sean reales, eso ayuda a presupuestar los gastos internacionales con más exactitud a quienes compramos desde otro país, gracias.

I love this machine ,it a blessing easy to use. Easy to thread. I am glad I purchased this sewing machine.

Nice machine, purchased as mothers day gift for wife and she absolutely loves it

I love this serger. It is my third serger. It is easiest to use, sturdy, and the least expensive.I have had a Janome Home, a Singer now my favorite. I am reviewing after having it for months. I used on many projects. I borrowed one when my singer had issues. That influenced my purchase. I highly recommend.

I love this serger - the only kind I buy😇