The Truth About Handheld Sewing Machines and How To Use Them!
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- Опубліковано 30 вер 2020
- If you want to know if handheld electric sewing machines work and how to operate them properly, PLEASE watch this video before you buy one! I’ve tested a $6 handheld sewing machine here • Cheapest Sewing Machin... but it was complete trash. This one is still a cheap option and has many pros, but I have a couple important warnings for you.
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This is my first vid but I already 100% trust this woman's knowledge.
OMG this presenter is adorable and very down to earth! I love that she included her "don't forget to lock it!" more than once as I would totally be doing the same thing! LOL Very informative and entertaining both!
The world will never know how much I appreciate videos like this one. From the bottom of my sewer heart, thank you so much :)
I've had this exact machine for years and only used it twice because I was getting irritated with it. Mine didn't come with a bunch of bobbins or even thorough directions. Thank you so much for doing this review because you explained a lot of things I didnt even know. Now I can use it again instead of hand stitching all of my donated masks! 💯❤
I think if I only had $50 to spend, I would look at thrift stores and yard sales for a used full-size machine, preferably vintage.
I never thought about this, im gonna try that
@@jadeberry4903 yes! older ones were metal and generally better. i found my i think 50s/60s Kenmore Sears Machine for $45 at a thrift and with very easy minimal work it works great!
Fantastic Idea. In fact I did that. I found an Elnita for £26 in a charity shop. I thought it was a lie and it wouldn't work. 😂 It did.
@@DollyMat The charity shops in my area test all electronics, lamps, and appliances before putting them out for sale. If a donated item doesn't work, they won't even put it up for sale. An item from a thrift store may still need a tune up, cleaning, oiling, or some cosmetic repair but they should all be working.
@@lestranged True they usually have a green and white sticker on them but sometimes they sell them untested which they shouldn't do as it could be hazardous. Depends on the store I guess.
I dont sew or anything but i just clicked this video and i loved the energy so imma just subscribe
Thanks so much!! 😁 Welcome to the BlueprintDIY family! 🤗💕
Saaaaame! I’m a DIYer and was just watching random stuff but instant subscribe!
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I bought the same model branded for Sunbeam at the 99 cents store for 5 bucks today. I did the same thing where I didn't fit the batteries in right and then went about counting all the different parts before trying again. Your video did a great job of explaining the stitch and how to tie it off at the end, thanks for that!
Glad to help!
I have been using the handy stitch for ten years. When you end your stitch, pull thread (about 3 inches) from the bobbin, then through the tension disks, then through the needle. It makes it much easier to have the extra thread at the end. Also I believe there is someone called The Seamster who gives a great youtube demonstration on how to tie off the knot. I wish he was around when I first learned!!! Any way,I really enjoy using it, especially when I travel and cannot bring my full sized machine. I have even made what I call 'in a pinch' masks with it.
Can you easily make strong seams on thick fabrics such as jeans or military uniforms?
@@Mr.Winter I wouldn't use it on thick material
@@CarolgTX thanks
I'll have to go check out that video...this handy-stitcher is so frustrating to try to use. I can't keep it going in a straight line and when I get to the end it pulls the stitches out.
I'm thinking it's easier to do this by hand with a locking stitch and just take a month. Least there won't be holes in the walls...
The stitch is loose when i use mine. I dont know whats I am doing wrong?
My mother purchased this years ago when my son was 6 (he's 21 now) and he ripped his pants from the groin area to his rear end😑. I didn't sew (my mom & sister did), but she gave me her hand-held sewer by Singer. I was able to stitch-up my son's pants including another pair and I was happy with the results. The only downside to the hand-held was it's not left-hand friendly but, I made it work for me😊. Thank you for sharing and look forward to seeing more of your fabulous videos!
That's awesome!!
I just got one of these hand held machines similar to this from a thrift store. It came with that extender thingy, extra bobbins, cheap needle threader and 2 extra needles., NO instructions, no box, but the baggie around everything was still sealed. I only paid $4.89 CAD for it. Thank you for this great video.
I just bought this brand new for $7. I was in need of a machine for mask sewing. It works really well for that.
thanks for the infor i try to make a mask with mine too
Where u bought it
$7? I bought my for almost $30
got mine for almost 2$
ps. It does not contain the extras i think, havent got it yet
I’m so glad you tried this, I’ve always kinda wanted to keep something like this in my car in case of rouge knee slits in my skirt that turn into a thigh slit for no apparent reason. Or sudden snag attacks from doorway that don’t actually appear to have anything to get snagged on. Anyway it would be great to hop to the bathroom for a few minutes and be all fixed up, but you can’t really trust the commercials, but I’m rambling, thanks your just great.
Thank you! I just recently found out about handheld/portable sewing machines and I want to start upcycling and make customized clothes as a beginner. Your review was thorough and I'm happy I found your channel!
This was an EXCELLENT evaluation/ demo for perspective buyers; I'm going to TRY one of these! I'm also going to search your sites to see if you have an eval/demo of one of the many mini electric sewing machines as well. Your explanations are clear, concise, & to the point! COMPANIES WHO ATTEMPT TO MAKE PAPER DIRECTIONS SHOULD EMPLOY YOU TO MAKE VIDEOS TO ENCLOSE WITH THEIR PRODUCTS. Great job!!!!
This is actually a helpful review. Thanks!
I want to get something to help me sew, but I don't want anything fancy, since I don't make clothes, just little stuff for my guinea pigs like pillows and beds, so nothing super complicated. And man, sewing machines are expensive! I was worried that a handheld one like this wouldn't be able to handle felt or thicker materials, but if it can do that do denim, it's good enough for a guinea pig pillow!
Perfect. I have been seriously thinking of getting one of those. I trust you so this review is important.
Yes, I didn't have high expectations but it turned out much better than I thought. 👍🏽
@@BlueprintDIY do you have anything on upcycling for mens fashion?
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Bought one today from asda jml majic stiche keep trapping my fingers as cnt get material under foot?
I have one ...it was a waste of money
Great review. I've been considering one like this, for little rips in my work clothes. Looks to work perfect. I can see myself forgetting to lock the power button too.
I LITERALLY couldnt find anything as HELPFULL as this!!!!!!!! Thank you so much lovely
You are so gorgeous!! Thanks for sharing a video about these machines. I've been contemplating buying a standard sewing machine BUT I don't really have the space for it and all I really want to do in the beginning anyways is editing store-bought clothes into something unique and different. Also, altering clothes to fit better.
I bought one of these for 2 dollars in the Philippines, it's brand new, I did not know how to use it until I've watched your video, thank you so much 🙌🏻
So many unusual cool things on eBay/amazon/ali/wish I just came across a “portable washing machine” lol
Lol I own one its really good for one person does about a medium size load so 3 pants 4shirts and 8 undergarments took 2 times to figure it out but for a person in a smaller place it works great 👍
Got it and WORKS! Going to be using it to make my ribbon skirts
How did it go? I was just looking at a site that talked about ribbon skirts and had many beautiful examples!
Thank you so much for taking the time to post this.
I make doll clothes and hand sewing takes ages but I don’t have enough for a proper sewing machine so I’ll have to get one 😄 thanks for the detailed review
hey if you’re looking for a more cheaper sewing machine I’ve got a baby sewing machine which cost around 33 pounds which is 45 dollars. I think u can get them on Amazon :)
Thank you. Had one for many years and could not get it to work; the seams kept coming out. But I kept it and I am glad I did because you showed me how to use it properly. Thank you.
my mom had taught me on a singer that used a pedal no electricity or batteries but would reversing and back forward lock the stitches so you wouldn't have to tie it but thank you I have been looking at something like this and wasn't sure about buying to fix a few things. This was super helpful.
that's what my grandmother taught me to do too, and it works really well. i never tried it with this type of stitch, but i don't see why it wouldn't work.
Very helpful I did not know about tying the knot after you finish the stitch! I also don’t like to read instructions so you saved this product from the trash can! THANK YOU!!!
Hello, nice review. I got my handheld machine, having never known about it before, from Goodwill as a used item & when I took it home to test out, the stitching was intermittent, iirc. It was missing stitches, not looping into itself consistently as a chainstitch. That might be why the machine got donated by its previous owner because it wasn't sewing correctly. I checked out some repairs on UA-cam & there's a hook mechanism inside, where the needle goes in, that sometimes goes out of alignment. So I opened the case of the machine to get to it, found the hook/catch part & bent it a bit around. After doing some tests, I managed to get a consistent chainstitch, but it's still not right, as it's not looping into itself, so the thread will unravel off the cloth if you pull on it. Being that this was a used machine, I found that the needle it came with may not be the original needle, so now I will have to go to the store to try to find one. Apparently these portable machines needs a DHX1 (or 24x1) size #14 general purpose needle. These needles are shorter than the common ones for regular sewing machines. Anyway, I'm getting close to hopefully repairing it. I found that these machines are the same machine design seen around the world as different brands. Mine happens to be a Sunbeam brand, while the one you tested is a Liumy, even though they look physically exactly the same. They are cheap & the hook mechanism is not foolproof, which can get bent out of position, so hopefully I will get mine to fully work properly soon. I will also look for a voltage adapter for it (6 volts, 600-800 milliamps) & I might have one laying around somewhere already.
Great tip!!! Depending where you are located (I'm located in AZ) my 99cent store sells a great hand held sewing machine I use daily for only $5!!! It comes with everything that this one does as well as a bobbin extension for different size bobbins
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Woah!
The little flat piece with the small wire protruding is for threading the needle. The one that came with mine is a threader. Yours does seem to have a hook. If it fits through the needle eye, it's also a threader. Otherwise, I don't know. Also, there is a small, metal hook/loop just behind the needle the thread also needs to go through. Happily, I've stumbled across several good machines over the years second-hand at thrift stores for less than $50. For some items that will not easily lay on a machine bed, I think this will be useful. My mom gave it to me years ago and only now, am I checking it out. Plan to use it in a car seat upholstery project. Quilting thread is stronger, but thin and will be my choice. Your choice of denim is helpful in showing its strength. Nice energy.
Really great Video. I have been wanting one of these for years. Thank you.
I bought one and had a hard time figuring out how to keep the stitches in. This video helped.👍Thank you!
I just bought this machine and I was so nervous when I saw your caption 😂 but I’m glad I watched it your so helpful thanks so much for taking the time to share a full review on this baby 💕💕💕
This is perfect. Had no idea something like this even existed until I came up with a need, and boom, this video sold me. Thank you.
Feel the same way , going straight to amazon
I recently got one of these so I was looking for tips. This video is perfect! I dont know much about sewing, so I learned a lot. Thank you!
I have one of these and could never figure out what I was doing wrong when it unraveled! Thank you!!!!
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I just bought the Singer version today and I so appreciate your video!! Thank you for this demonstration! ❤
Thank you! I have been wondering about these handheld machines for years!
Even commercial machines have a guard to avoid getting your fingers caught up...we all have gotten the finger caught up in the machine...glad you are brave enough to include that glitch. Good, good video!
I failed sewing years ago but I've ALEAYS wanted to make my own clothes.. I alter everything myself I've gotten INCREDIBLY crafty over the years simply avoiding sewing
it still feels over my head but this has the potential to change my life 😅
I LOVED this video Demo!!! You are so sweet and down to earth, easy to follow, and funny. I am trying to figure out how to use this and just came across your video. I watched the manufacturers video for my stitch machine ( It wasn’t great) but Then I found your video! Thank you. Your machine isn’t the exact brand I have. But it works the same. Except my hand sewing machine doesn’t have a lock as far as i I can tell. 😮 It has an on/off button and if you barely touch the power button by mistake it starts stitching. I’m so glad I found you on here. I will watch your other videos too. ❤
Yayyy, I’m so glad to help!
This was very helpful, thanks! I just bought another brand from a thrift shop, and it came without manual, but your explanation was enough for me to get it to work. Thanks a lot! You're awesome.
Yayyy!
Thank you. I bought one for really cheap and am looking forward to trying it
Thank you for this . I think the knot in the beginning is to keep it unraveling as you mentioned it’s a chain stitch and they unravel. Maybe just extra security
Your personality is so cute and fun! And thanks for this video!!! I was also looking for something for doing simple hems or adjustments to my clothes
Great video. I am a guy and never sewed anything before. I have to make a seat cover for a bike and I was just browsing on UA-cam and saw this. I like how you left the part where you forgot to lock the thing so we know what happens. Great video.
A year later but THANK YOU! I just purchased this hoping it would do what I'm needing. This video was the perfect review. 👌
I have a similar design machine, but it's fully mechanical, you have to press it for each seam. It is a polish machine, from 30 years ago, it came with no instructions. This video was very helpful :)
This is awesome. I wasn't actually expecting it to be good. Thanks for posting the review!
Thank you for creating this video. I have a handheld machine just like the one in the video, but it is the Singer brand though. I want to shorten the legs on some newer pants that I recently bought. I'm probably going to practice some before trying to do this. Once again thank you for creating this video. I'm sure that if someone did a series on using one of these handheld sewing machines then they would get a ton of views because I don't think anyone have a series like that.
Thank you very much! I've one since over 2 years now and have been struggling to get it working. Oh, I am so happy and can go ahead and stitch.
I have lost a bit of weight this past year, but don’t want to rebuy a lot of clothes. So looking to tailor some stuff barely tighter. Stoked that this works.
Omg I jumped when you jumped from no locking! Thank you for sharing this 🙏🏼
thank you so much mam . when i bought this i thought its not working properly . but now its working properly . thank you so much
I just received this for Christmas and you because of your review I'm now subscribed 😍
Thank you for doing thing review 😊 I've been debating getting the handy stitch handheld sewer for a few months but i was worried it wouldn't be very good but I gotta good demo from your video now and I feel confident about getting it now 😊
God Bless!
Hmmm, That would be handy for sewing patches on clothes for the grandkids....lock it😂
Yes, I'm going to put it in my dance mom kit. And I think I'll add a sticker to it that says "Lock It!" 🤣
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thank you so much!! I have been making my own retro headbands (and buying them for very expensive prices) and I don't know how to sew one bit. I've been gluing them. THis gave me the confidence to buy one and sew myself.
My sweetheart just seriously surprised me with one of these two days ago🤣❤. Bless his heart. This video came right on time🤗
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Thanks for this. I bought this a while back and couldn't find a video on how to use it. Will try again!
Thank you so much for your video love. I actually bought one online, it's still on the way, but i was still doubtful if it really works, seeing alot other videos, it only shows how to operate and the product is usable, however looking at comments people were saying stitches comes off, i was really scared thinking money went down as the shipping fee costed me way too much for the product. Well finally i am relieved that my money didn't get wasted and i bought a good product. Well, actually this will be my first sewing machine ever so super excited 😂❤❤❤❤. Thank you so much xx ❤❤
Thank you for the video. I just bought the hand held for basic sewing, looking forward to trying it. Great video!
I just barely started watching the video but I’m really counting on you girl, mine just arrived && I really hoping to use it asap 🤞🏻🤞🏻
Hey Angelina I'm Grateful I watched your video. I'm 164cm tall so really short. Over here in Australia finding mens jeans in my size that are not skinny jeans are a nightmare so I was thinking about getting a sewing machine and wanted to start small. So I can learn how to alter bigger jeans to my size. Good to see there's some no bs tubers out there.
Im a 42yr old guy and for some reason found that I love sewing, yeah, getting old sucks. Get video! Game me all the info I was looking for and you have great personality that kept me watching. Some of the videos like this are like watching paint dry.
I hear you 😆 I’m so glad to help!
That alarm scared me half to death 😂
Thanks for the review 👌🏼
Sorry about that 😆
My daughter bought me one and I’m glad you did the challenge on it. You are so funny😂😂😂 I love watching your tubes 💙💛 keep up the good work Queen
Yayyy, I'm glad you got one! I was so excited that it actually works, but I've got to get remember to lock it! 🤦🏽♀️
😂😂😂pop lock before you drop it
Pop lock and drop it
I just bought one of these tonight. I am very short so have to take the hem up on nearly every pair of trousers (pants - I'm in the UK) that I buy. I have a new pair that are narrow at the ankle and I doubt my big sewing machine will handle them where this little gadget will. Not only that, saves me getting out and setting up the big machine. When I was a child back in the 1960s I had a little sewing machine - still remember it was called a Vulcan. I learned to dressmake with that until I progressed to my mother's Singer treadle. The little Vulcan also used a chain stitch. It was also battery operated. I have happy memories of the Vulcan. I'm sure this JML machine (called Magic Stitch here in the UK) will come in useful.
I’m working on a costume right so this was super helpful. I needed a simple sewing machine that I don’t have to take too much time messing with to Complete thanks
This helped me so much glad u kept bloopers big sewing machines intimidate me so I’m always buying hand held and they never work
I don’t want to buy one of these. I just love watching you. You make me chuckle. ♥️
Thanks for being so clear and thorough, because I've been thinking of getting one, because I had paying through the nose to get someone else to take up my jeans; my height is not my fault 😠
This is a great detailed video! 👏
I appreciate this, glad I found this channel. I’ve got a small apt so I’ve been looking for something small to get me back into sewing & to help me hem (cuz I’m short) & replace zippers and stuff
Thank you for this very simple and easy to understand video. My thread was coming apart (I have zero sewing skills), so thanks for also showing how to use the little tool to tie it at the ends!
Yeah I got zero sewing skills too.
Thank you!! That was super helpful! ❤️
Thank you are a blast and I have subscribed! I bought for convenience and my sewing machine keeps bird nesting and I can’t seem to maintain a solution. Use a serger also so this baby is going to be fun finish off some stuff that I don’t want stitch by hand. I love the look of the slip stitch, it’s going on top.
Thanks again!
Hey, good shit leaving those mishaps in there. Very real of you, and I think it would help us newbies, too. I mean, we either learn from our own mistakes or through watching others, right? Respect
Great review missy!!!! keep up the good work!!
Very informative with a bit of humor. Loved your sewing pun! 😄
I'm getting one today!!
Good morning Angelina and everyone on this chat. Be blessed! Love your Jaws tee!!
Good morning! 🤗
This is superb. I have one. Sews great. But couldn't figure out how to knot the ends. So the sewing line didn't come back out. You now have shown this on your utube. Going to have another go. Brills : )
Thank you! I was searching for this kind of video
Thank you for the video, you've really brightened up my day 🙂
Thanks! ☺️
Really nice video! Ive been wanting to get back into sewing for a while, but don't want to invest in a full size sewing machine and also dont have the space for one either. So I am happy to find this review for a snall machine that actuall works! Thank you and I subscribed :)
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Awesome video! Thanks for sharing! I’m going to get one for sewing my paper craft projects.
You are a brilliant presenter; really made me smile - I love you!
Thank you 💕
Hey! I loveeeeeee the way you speak, I subscribed your channel within 5 seconds as the video played. And thanks for all the information too!
Thanks so much! Welcome to the BlueprintDIY family! 🤗
You are AMAZING! I could watch you for hours... and thank you for this review. My mom has this type of machine, but a different brand, and it makes me feel good to know that it can be used for hemming. Especially since we're both short :)
Based on you personality, expertise, and integrity, I am buying one! 👍
Thank you! I currently don't have the space for a sewing machine -- price isn't really my problem, just a very tight living situation, so this review is very helpful!
I love you in this video. THis is the first video of yours I've watched. Your review is so helpful. Your video edits are hilarious. I love it. Thank you!!
Thank you so much!! 😂
Just now, I am thinking may I will buy or not buy sewing machine. After I saw this video. I am satisfied and I trust you. Thank you mam...
For $50, I have purchased sewing machines from the thrift store too. It is best to find a review video first to make sure all the working parts are there. You can also "test" it in the store too.
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This video helped me so much! Thank you
Thank you!!! You were a God send, because, I was frustrated, and stuck. You gave me the exact instruction I needed. Thank you!!!
Yayyy! I'm so glad!! 😁
Thanks for directions!
You have more patience than I do. I couldn't sew straight lines, but I wasn't sewing on a hard surface. And I had a hard time making knots.
Thank you for showing me how to use the machine. Just got mine today ❤️
Is it working well