The extra wide extension table on the Brother SQ9000 sewing machine in addition to the included quilting accessories make this a great combination machine for those who want to make quilts as well as clothes. This is exactly the same as the Brother XR9000 with a couple of major differences.
It has a refreshing splash of purple accenting the front, bonus quilting accessories that previously had to be purchased separately and the price is lower.
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Brother SQ9000 Stitch Patterns
There are 80 built-in stitches to cover mending, clothes construction, quilting, joining, and piecing. Included in that list are 8 styles of auto-sizing, 1-step buttonholes.
Stitch selection is accomplished with the use of easy arrow buttons located around the backlit LCD screen. Stitch with is adjustable to 7mm and length is adjustable to 5mm.
There is also one font of letters and characters for monogramming. The font style is rather boxy and the font size is small but sufficient for stitching messages and monograms on clothing, quilts and other projects. Using the font stitches, you can sew messages or names onto clothes, monogram cuffs or tags, or combine letters with decorative stitches for your own patterns.
Brother SQ9000 Presser Feet
You now get the presser feet most necessary for doing any quilting or free-motion embroidery on a sewing machine. A total of 10 presser feet are included: Zigzag, Walking foot, Quilting foot, 1/4" foot, Monogramming, Buttonhole, Zipper, Button Fitting, Overcasting and a Blind Stitch foot.
The number of presser feet that come with the Brother SQ9000 would cost about 0 if purchased separately. That's a plus for this sewing machine, if you're comparing several models.
Brother SQ9000 Features
The included extension table really boosts your ability to work with larger projects, particularly heavier quilting pieces. Without the table, lengthy sections of fabric can pull against the sewing machine as you work. You can remove the flat bed attachment and replace it with this longer, wider table in order to have more work.
This is a computerized sewing machine with an LCD screen and push button controls. A number of automated features have been included to speed up threading and sewing tasks. An automatic needle threader makes threading very simple. The quick set, top-loading bobbin means you don't need to mess with pulling up the bobbin threads. A unique bobbin winding system guides the thread more efficiently and trims the thread when winding is finished.
Several push button controls streamline sewing functions. A Start/Stop button allows you to sew without using the foot pedal. The speed control slider helps you decide how fast or slow the machine will go. The drop feed dog lever allows you to perform mending tasks as well as free-motion quilting and embroidery. A Needle Up/Down button tells the machine where to leave the needle when you stop sewing. This aids in making tight corners. The reverse button has dual functionality and can be used to tie off stitches automatically.
Free-arm sewing and twin needle sewing are both possible on this sewing machine. Stitches are nice and even and the machine runs fairly quietly. The LCD panel provides clear pictures of stitch selections and settings and will even tell you which presser foot needs to be attached for a selected stitch. Error codes and beep sounds keep you posted as to the machine's status and notify you of any problems. There is an LED light over the work area and a built-in handle so you can pick up and go.
Brother SQ9000 Accessories
A number of sewing accessories are included with the Brother SQ9000 sewing machine including a hard cover case. Extra needles, a seam ripper, extra bobbins, a twin needle, cleaning brush, eyelet punch, screwdriver and quilting guide fit into the extension arm for storage.
In terms of total size, the Brother SQ9000 is smaller than some other comparable models but makes up for size with the extension table. The number of included presser feet and accessories also offer considerable value.