Brother SM1704 17-Stitch Free Arm Sewing Machine

I bought this machine as a beginner, mainly to do light sewing tasks like bag linings and minor alterations — and it’s been perfect so far! It’s simple to use, easy to thread, and not intimidating at all. The stitch options are just enough without being overwhelming, and it runs quietly, which I really appreciate when working late.It’s definitely not meant for thick fabrics or heavy-duty sewing, but for everyday projects and learning the basics, it gets the job done beautifully. I love how lightweight it is too — easy to store and move around.If you’re new to sewing or just want something reliable for simple tasks, this is a solid pick!

I was skeptical about getting a sewing machine for this inexpensive price, but it works great and really isn’t difficult.Great instruction booklet!I haven’t tried any fancy stitches, just normal stitches.I made a Halloween costume for my grand baby, and I hemmed 4 pairs of pants for my daughter, so far.I like that it’s not huge, and I easily store it in my closet inside the box it came in, along with the accessories I need (all in one box).Great value for the money. Sturdy. Good sewing speed and power.Checks all the boxes for me.And it’s really cute too!

I love this little machine! I gets the job done and its great for beginners like me! I threaded the needle easily. Filled the bobbin with the easy instructions and now my jeans are hemmed like a pro. This came with a carry case! I absolutely would tell you if your starting out and dont care about all those fancy stitches and you just want to make curtains or hem pants. This is the machine for you. I even fixed a dress that was too big for me. I almost feel like a pro.

Great machine for the price, easy to set up and use. Only issue ive found is the thread gets caught in the bobbin area a LOT. I have to dig it out quite frequently but this hasn't stopped me from sewing with it. Medium noise, pretty sturdy, i would definitely recommend this machine if you are on a budget!!

Great machine for the price. Does everything my old machine did. If you're looking for a nice, reliable machine, this is the one to get. It's lightweight and quiet.

Seemed to do just what I needed. Easy to operate. Smaller and light weight. I would recommend it.

Great little sewing machine. Works perfect and very easy to thread. Really like the drop-in bobbin feature. Love the size and portability of it too. Quiet operation and very smooth. Great value for the money. Had a previous "Brother" sewing machine and it lasted over 30 years. Hope this one does the same. And this machine is so pretty! :) Very happy with this purchase.

A couple months ago I had never used a sewing machine. Now I need to learn. I bought a very cheap machine and discovered that I can sew, but the machine I bought was junk. I upgraded to this machine. WOW! What a difference. I can sew. My projects are coming out great, now I'm looking for things to make.