Brother SE630 Quick Review

[@DiannaSimmons]

My husband got me a Brothers embroidery and sewing machine for Christmas. I just opened it yesterday and I am so excited

[@kalliesnina]

I'm excited for you too. I love sewing machines. What an absolute marvel of engineering they are. Happy sewing!

[@isaysewquilting1796]

He let you open it before Christmas? You must've been really good this year. My friend is really hoping that she's getting one for Christmas this year too.

[@indigenousinkbeads2023]

Thank you for sharing, I bought this machine months ago, I have it still sitting in the box unopened for over 3 plus months! My intention of buying this is to start learning embroidery! Now that Ive learned the whats inside and for what part goes where lol I am excited to open and try out!

[@isaysewquilting1796]

Oh, that would kill me to have a sewing machine in a box not being used. lol. Remember it's a machine, you're the boss. It's there to help you. If something goes wrong, so through your steps before panicking. Check that you have good quality thread, the thread is going through the correct path, the needle is in good shape (even a new one can be bent), not dull, check that your bobbin is wound properly; you don't want a cone shape wind or a spongy bobbin, it's needs to have some tension on it and super important no lint build up underneath. 9 times out of 10 one of those items will remedy most issues. Just spend some time getting to know your machine and enjoy it. There are a lot of videos out there to help you get the most out of sewing. It's my happy place. I drive a school bus in my grown up job lol, and this is my unstress therapy.

[@cindylake7193]

Thank you for such a simple overview of this machine. This truly helped me decide to go purchase it. Thank you!

[@tereasamarshall3038]

You're welcome. I really do like it. One of my friends recently bought one too and she's loving it.

[@mikej8757]

I got this machine for my daughter a few months ago , love it compared to our old one that is about 20 years old. We are very newbies at this and learning a lot. It would be great to see some of your basic techniques using this machine . The info on the internet is overwhelming to say the least. Thanks for you overview.

[@isaysewquilting1796]

I would love to do that. What type of techniques are you interested in?

[@1curiouswolf]

Thank you so much! 🙏 Your video is very clear and answers right into what I have looking for. ❤ I have wondered all along if this machine is good to buy to use as a sewing machine besides its embroidery function. I’m totally new to sewing and want a machine that I can try different things on and can use for a long time. After watching this video, I think I will buy this machine. Thank you very much again!😊

[@isaysewquilting1796]

Years ago I purchased a Brother machine from Walmart and HATED it, but I was so surprised at how well this one does. It even has a low bobbin indicator which I didn't realize until I got a low bobbin warning at the retreat which is always a nice feature. I still believe that a dealer will have the best quality, but for the money this machine exceeded my expectations. If not I wouldn't have thought it was worth making a video about it. I don't think you'll be disappointed.

[@DiannaSimmons]

I have only had mine brothers a day and I absolutely love it

[@kalliesnina]

It's a nice machine especially for the price.

[@DiannaSimmons]

@@kalliesnina I have to absolutely agree and this was a Christmas gift to me and it had me in shock and still does LOL

[@isaysewquilting1796]

@@DiannaSimmons I have 13 sewing machines and I love everyone of them.

[@brendahammond6840]

Thanks for sharing this video. I'm a new subscriber to your channel. Be blessed and stay safe!❤

[@isaysewquilting1796]

Welcome and thank you. I'm just kind of starting out on this video thing. I've been quilt making for around 30 years and I love sharing my passion for sewing machines, sewing, crafting and useful diy things.

[@simonmoatshe9833]

How much pls

[@sylviaortiz6941]

Thank you for sharing your video. Can it sew thick fabric?

[@kalliesnina]

How thick? I wouldn't be concerned about denim, canvas, duck cloth, most upholstery and like fabrics. If I was going to sew something heavier I would use an older all metal gears and mechanisms in it or an industrial machine. These machines are sometimes used for quilting which involves 2 layers of fabric with seams and batting. If in doubt put the fabric under the presser foot and turn the hand wheel manually and see if the needle goes through effortlessly. If it's difficult I would avoid sewing that fabric with that machine.

[@isaysewquilting1796]

My replies came through under kallies.nina, but it was me replying.

[@loriyugen5430]

Mine didn’t come with the foot accessories 😢I need to find out how to contact them…

[@isaysewquilting1796]

Oh, no. Are you able to return it and get a new one?

[@dianedelsite6935]

If I put a walking foot on and just want to do a straight stitch does the screen show walking foot? Mine is still on J

[@isaysewquilting1796]

None of my machines tell me what foot that I have on. They will tell me what foot that I should be using. with the icon of the foot on the screen. The expensive machines may have that capability, but your looking at thousands of dollars for one of those. Of course they offer more features.

[@elimitchell6147]

My machine keeps jamming on me and im not sure why. I've re threaded both top and bottom but it jams like on the second half of my design

[@tereasamarshall3038]

Can you be more specific to what's happening? Is the thread getting tangled halfway through, is the machine simply stopping? Also how are stabilizing your project, what stablizer(s) are you using, what kind of needle are you using and fabric type are you trying to embroider? I used "embroidery" needles. I'm a fan of Schmetz needles. I usually stabilize both the top and bottom. Stretchy stuff typically will take a different stablizer that less stretchy fabrics. T-shirt fabric can be temperamental if not using the right stablizer. If you give me some more details maybe I can help or someone else on here can offer some advice. I know how frustrating it is. It happens on my embroidery machines that cost thousands.

[@elimitchell6147]

@@tereasamarshall3038 the top thread gets stuck in the bobbin casing

[@tereasamarshall3038]

@@elimitchell6147 My check list would include numerous things as any one thing can cause this and most I know you've already checked. Good quality thread (no such thing a bargain thread, it's pieced together). Check thread flows freely, from the cone/spool through the needle. With no catching points, check needle, not bent, even a new one can have a slight bend. no burrs on the needle, needle plate or bobbin. Run your finger around the bobbin case and make sure it's completely smooth run a thread string through the needle hole of the needle plate and see if you feel any catching. An emery board will fix it. If that's all okay, make sure that your density of stitching isn't too thick and adjust as needed. You may also want to try a thread conditioner like Drtiz Sewer's Aid or mineral oil. You put a little on the spool in a spiral or diagonal line, just a little. It lubricates the thread and strengthens it and guides. Try a different stabilizer. I have even used press and seal plastic wrap on the top in a pinch and a iron on or tear away on the back. Also check the needle size and type of needle. Like i said I use embroidery needles, in fact I used them for my general sewing. If not using the same thread in the bobbin as the top try using a bobbin thread, which is lighter weight. I almost always use a bobbin thread with great results, not bobbin thread showing on the top. With this all in mind I have not used the embroidery attachment to this machine as I already own two other embroidery machines capable of much bigger embroidery designs. However you have peaked my interest in trying it.

[@kalliesnina]

Check the bobbin case itself, run your finger around the edges to see if there are any burrs. Check that it's not warped. Sometimes when winding plastic bobbins too much thread on it can warp the bobbin. Never use bargain thread it's made with left over bits and pieces and pieced together which causes all kinds of issues. If it's happening during embroidery, what kind of stabilizer are you using? I had that happen once when I used an iron on stabilizer that had a thick adhesive. Finally what needle are you using? I use Schmetz embroidery needles, in fact I use them for almost all my general sewing because they're made for high speed sewing and the friction that can fray thread with universal needles. Keep me updated.

[@mariavillegas6861]

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