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Brother CS6000I 60-Stitch Computerized Free-Arm Sewing Machine with Multiple Stitch Functions

Manufacturer : Brother
In Stock : 12

List Price:	$449.00
Price:	$174.99
You Save:	$274.01 (61%)

Features

60-stitch computerized free-arm sewing machine with LCD display
7 styles of 1-step auto-sizing buttonholes; 1-touch start/stop and reverse functions
Snap-on presser feet; wide table accessory for larger projects such as quilts
Measures 9-3/5 by 9-3/4 by 12-1/2 inches; 25-year limited warranty

Product Description

Computerized sewing machine with 60 stitch functions and oversized table for large sewing & quilting projects. This light weight computerized sewing machine is heavy on the features that you are looking for! The CS6000i has 60 built in stitches including, utility, decorative, heirloom, quilting and 7 styles of one step auto-sizing buttonholes. Whether you sew for crafting, garment, home decoration, or quilting; this machine has it all for you at an affordable price! The CS6000i also includes a plastic fitted wide table to support your larger projects such as quilts.

Customer Reviews

Average Rating of 4.50 out of 38 reviews

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Best value for the money - Perla, Apr 29, 2008

I bought this machine through [...] and I received it in less than a week! Their price was the same as Walmart's in my area plus it qualified for free shipping. I have used it for two weeks now and love it. I was looking for a sewing machine (NOT a Singer) that I could use for quilting; on this machine the feed dogs will drop and it came with the walking foot, free motion foot and the extra table. I think it was supposed to include the 1/4" foot but rather than try to get it through Amazon I bought it at a sewing store. Everything I have tried has worked on this machine. The only thing I would change is the light...it's just not bright enough. I did alot of comparison shopping and read all the reviews and I think it is the best value for a machine of this caliber.

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So amazing for the money! Perfect for the wheelchair sewer!! - Richard J. Flis, Apr 23, 2008

While Richard's name is listed as the reviewer, I am his wife Jane. I am a wheelchair bound quad who loved to sew. This machine has an optional foot pedal- which means I can sew by pushing a button and having both hands free to deal with the fabric. That would be enough to make me rave, but there's more.

The push button stich choice is easy and fabulous. The stiches are beautiful. The machine is easy to thread. The extras, like a choice of needle position for any stitch, are things you never thought you needed but once you use them you don't ever want to be without.

I could not find the optional foot pedal feature on machines that were far more expensive- in fact this machine has become much more cost friendly. This machine is a great great buy!

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Buyer beware! - W. S. Musachia, Apr 13, 2008

I bought this machine based on the good review written here. It is not worth the money. It is VERY picky about thread. The bobbin jams CONSTANTLY. I have broken every needle that came with it. I am an experienced sewer and was only sewing two cotton-blends together. The bobbin-case was scratched and was causing the jamming (according to the manual) so I bought two new ones at $35 each. With literally the first gingerly stitch with a new case, it snapped the neede in two. Today, after using up every needle I had, I still am nowhere near the end of my simple and lightweight project because the bobbin keeps jamming, for NO REASON. It was a total waste of money and I am really angry that I fell for it. I have another Brother machine with the same problem, different model. THEY ALL HAVE DEFECTIVE BOBBIN CASES!!!! KEEP AWAY!!!!

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Great Sewing Machine! - Donna Devine, Apr 01, 2008

This sewing machine way exceeds my expectations. I have been sewing for 40+ years and have had 4 other "quality" sewing machines; high end Singers and my last was a White purchased 15 years ago. Since this machine was so inexpensive I was expecting to brace myself for less quality. I was afraid it would be too light and cheaply made. I really didn't think much of Brother though I had read positive reviews on this machine. I picked this machine because of budget constraints and generally not sewing enough these days to justify a bigger investment. What a surprise I got when I received this machine (I could not view or demo it in a store). I am seamstress - not a quilter. The button holer is great and easy to use. The idea of sewing without a foot pedal is great for certain applications. The control buttons (fwd, back, up needle) are easy to use. The thread cutter is more conveniently located than any machine I've ever had. I have sewn on many macines in my life so it was easy to sit down and just start sewing. I think a new sewer would find it easy too. Everything seems better and more convenient than my previous machines. I've only had 2 speed machines. I find having 3 speeds on this machine is great as I want to sew on the med. speed most times.

In response to other reviews. I think it sews great on paper. The 1st project I sewed was a book mark with card stock sandwiched in hand made paper (3 layers). I had no tension issues in contrast to my previous machine. Since the machine was working so well I decided to make a semi-formal dress for my daughter layering sheer fabrics. Once again - no problems with tension.

I think if you are constrained to spend less than $200 for a machine this is a great little machine and you won't be disappointed.

As a note: the hard cover that comes with it does not attach so if you plan on travelling with the machine you might want to buy the extra cover. The included cover goes over the machine and does not clip on. By grabbing the machine's handle the cover comes with as you carry it. This is fine for in-house storage.

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What a GREAT sewing machine! - Richard J. Tufano, Mar 26, 2008

After many years of using my old Singer sewing machine, my husband treated me to this new Brother machine. What a pleasure ... it's perfect in every way. I love the ease of changing stitches through the computerized selection. The instruction book is very informative and easy to follow. The machine stitches through even very thick materials with ease despite it's light weight. The only difficulty I'm having at the moment is with the automatic needle threaded ... It only catches sometimes ... but I 'm sure it's my inexperience and my success rate should get better. Overall ... I just love this machine!

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