Brother 3034DWT with Wide Table Overlocker

As an amateur dressmaker this is the first overlocker I've ever bought and I thought long and hard before choosing this one, reading all reviews on Amazon and also independent ones. I am so pleased with this; it arrived very quickly and I deliberately ignored it for a couple of days until I had plenty of time to read the instruction book fully and to play with it at the same time. However, I needn't have worried about it being that complicated. It is surprisingly easy to use, made more so by the fact that it comes with four thread cones already set up on the machine. I was actually test overlocking in about 10 minutes. I have read many comments on how overlockers can be difficult to thread but that isn't the case here, the thread directions and number sequencing of loopers and needles were easy to follow and I have rethreaded the machine several times since it arrived a few weeks ago (mainly because when I put it away I close the thread tree, causing the thread to occasionally slip from one of its guiders). I would say it pays to learn how to rethread it yourself rather than tie replacement thread to the ends of the previous cone, just keep your instruction book next to you while you do it and you'll soon have it sussed. The quality of the stitching is very good, I'm a bit of a perfectionist when it comes to finishing off garments and I think the seam edging looks very professional. I'm so pleased with this purchase, only time will tell whether it continues to be such a good machine.

Fabulous machine. Use it regularly on various alterations for friends and family. Easy to use for a beginner.

Love it so far, was already set-up with threads and within minutes of unpacking I was using it. Sturdy and has all the tools for adding a quality finish to your sewing projects. Love it so far, wish I'd bought one years ago!

I Love this machine. My second overlocker, after I gave up 5 years ago in frustration to use an overlocker. HOWEVER , this is easy , and smooth ,also it comes already threaded, so you can begin immediately. I do recommend attending a one day training session though because one should not fear an overlocker , as it is fun once you get your head around threading , which is made simple with this machine. As it is colour coded.

It’s a powerhouse. Easy to assemble. Good finishing

I wanted to replace my Singer overlocker and spent a lot of time researching. Brother came up as one of the best budget brands, but also gave the more expensive brands a run for their mobey. This overlocker came out as the best of the top end budget machines , and the next model up was £100 more so I thought I'd try this one and see how it goes. The extension table is included, although it's fairly small. It has a cutting blade, as do most overlockers. Like most budget models, it can only do 3 and 4 thread stitches, but that is fine for my use (mainly edging bags). The stitching is neat. It can feel quite plastic and not as heavy as my Singer, but equally this one doesn't bounce around the table at higher speeds like my Singer did. It also has a little plastic basket to catch the cuttings which is really handy, but it fills up quickly. In saying that, I do a lot of sewing, so it depends on how much you use it. I read reviews that it was difficult to see the markings to know where to feed the fabric through to get the stitching in the right place. I haven't found that an issue as there is a little bit notch on the foot which shows the central point, but it did take me a while to spot it. I've replaced 2 spools so far with no issues- I was able to tie the new threads on and continued sewing. No thread breakages yet, and I haven't needed to re-thread the whole thing. So far, so good. Time will tell how robust it is, but it's a great little machine.

I thought long and hard about buying this as I haven’t used one before so was nervous about it. I also wasn’t sure how much I would use it as I have a Brother sewing machine that does a massive variety of stitches. I’m so glad I got it though. Had it a few months and it’s changed how I sew. Use it for so many projects along with my sewing machine. It’s fairly easy to thread once you have taken the time to learn. I was worried that it wasn’t an automatic threader but I invested in some magnifying glasses for the purpose and it make it so easy. Absolutely invaluable for sewing stretchy materials and give a very professional finish to seams.

This Brother overlocker appears to be a good machine with helpful instructions. I have tried it out on some initial basic work and so far so good though it seems a little noisier than expected.

Impossible de tester dès la livraison prise anglaise obligé acheter une prise pour adapter 7 euros cela n'était pas indiqué Après achat d'une prise adapté Madame c'est jeté sur des tests et elle semble ravie Pas de notices en français mais elle a tout trouvé sur internet notice et DVD de démo en français Reste à voir dans le temps

Prix très intéressant mais hélas livré avec une prise UK ! (+ notice en EN, mais on trouve la vidéo et la notice FR très facilement sur internet) Pour info, le pack 3034DWT comprend bien, entre autres choses, le pied point invisible, fronceur, et pose ruban. Machine déjà équipée de 4 bobines de fil blanc montées. Prix Prime bien en dessous de certains vendeurs market place !