Review of The Brother LS14 Sewing Machine

[@Kate-ry2ge]

I bought this for my daughter for Christmas. She is 7. She has loved using it. As you say it is very easy to use, but allows her to do all the sewing she wants- unlike the very lightweight child sewing machines. I was pleased to buy her something I felt she was not going to outgrow and would give her a proper introduction to the world of sewing.

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Oh that’s lovely, glad you found my review helpful, hope she enjoys many happy hours sewing x

[@laurahughes1987]

Hi Wendy, it has a thread cutter it’s the little thing sticking out on the left side of the machine 😊 lovely video, thank you

[@juniorbirdman4650]

Thank you for making this video about this little machine! I'm glad you rate it as I just picked one of these up so I can turn up the hems which my talented mum used to kindly do for me until she passed away. I've recently bought some new trousers so it's time to do her proud.

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Arr lovely hope it goes well x

[@nicolekarkowska225]

I have the brother LS14s and I’m a beginner at sewing, I’m curious what the little hole next to the knob at front is used for. I can see that it has something to do with a zig zag stitch but I’m scared to try it. This video was very helpful when I first got my machine.

[@tinadeakin888]

Hi Wendy. Thank you for your review. I’ve just purchased this machine as I’m a beginner and Looking forward to using it when it arrives. I watched another review and that showed there is a thread cutter. It is on the end of the left hand side of the machine which looks like a little hook. Also, you slide the storage drawer to the left to open. Hope that helps!! 😃😃

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hope you enjoy it and thanks for the info x

[@leanne4006]

Thank you for this. You’ve a wonderfully calming and wholesome delivery. This will be my very first sewing machine and you’ve made me feel great about this choice of machine. I’ve subscribed so I can learn more from you ❤

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Thank you for your lovely comments x

[@TheWtfnonamez]

I am a prepper researching how to learn to make fabric-based equipment. Watching sewing videos is very relaxing.

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Thank you for watching x

[@ashy1423]

Thanks Wendy, I appreciate the way you showed us the stitching types. Stay well. Ash 🏴󠁧󠁢󠁳󠁣󠁴󠁿

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Thanks for watching 🥰

[@be_heard]

Hi Wendy, thanks fir intriducing this machine! How mant layers of fabric it can sew?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

I have sewn 6 layers with no problem x

[@monicadepontes9127]

Hi I think the thread cutter is on the side which is a strange place but there us a little blade there.

[@elle6596]

This machine is ideal for someone who can't lift the old heavy sewing machines. I have a bad back and my machine is not only playing up but the fact that its now become a problem to lift makes me reluctant to spend money on repairs. At the current price of £80, I'm better off buying this. It does more than enough and this video demonstrates that I'd be getting a pretty robust machine. Thanks Wendy.

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Thank you for watching x

[@davedaniels8211]

Hi Wendy , great video . I'm buying this for my wife . It's got great reviews . Very good price . I have no idea what a walking foot is !!! I guess you must be cheesed off with people telling you it has a thread cutter !! I have no idea how the thing works . 😎

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi I am sure your wife will love this machine, what a lovely thoughtful gift. Thank you for watching x

[@johnkeane881]

Thank you for your video. My question is, will it sew canvas, 120oz, 340 GSM?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

John Keane yes it will, it is a fabulous machine for seeing heavy fabrics x

[@moirawhite8042]

Hi Wendy, thanks for all the info. I’m thinking of buying this machine as I need a lightweight one for taking to a sewing group. Does it have a handle? How easy is it to carry around? Also on Amazon it says it has a metal chassis, is that correct?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Yes it is very portable, east to carry x

[@priscillacorreia3787]

Hi Wendy Thanks for your vedio!just a quick question can we alter thick material like jeans ?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Yes I have had no problem with thick fabric. . Thank you for watching xx

[@andyhoward960]

Really informative, great video Wendy. We are going to get this for our daughter 🙂

[@oyinlolaayodele6002]

Hello. Thanks for this Please can this sew very thick fabrics like Jeans?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Yes it can I have sewn double thick denim x

[@Oofyy_]

Hi Wendy great video! Apart from this sewing machine, is there another brand you could recommended for a beginner?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

I find Singer sewing machines are the best, you may pay a little more but the service you get is excellent. Thank you for watching x

[@sparkles1975]

Hi Wendy, could I please ask does this machine sew thicker materials please?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Yes it will Sew thicker materials, I have had problems with it x

[@denisepierson2108]

Can you tell me the difference between no 11 stitch compared to 6-10?

[@lomimikasa2399]

thanks Wendy! im getting myself one to satrt projects for fashion school, im 17. this was very useful

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Thanks for watching, I am sure you will enjoy it x

[@joshSpencerUK]

Would advice getting this machine if you are a total beginner wanting to learn, like myself?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Yes it is an excellent machine for a beginner x Thanks for watching

[@chillypepper6612]

hi Wendy . do you think this machine will be good for sewing patches on to a denim jacket ? it takes forever to hand stitch them :)i have 0 experience of sewing machines but this one is reasonably priced .thanks for shearing your video for us all to watch !

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Yes you should have no problem with sewing patches onto denim x

[@julianmuller766]

Thank you for the vid. Very helpful. Looks like this will be suitable for repairs and alterations to jeans and other similar garments. And from your other replies, looks as though it'll do ok on overlocking. Any reason not to buy this for those kinds of jobs? Thanks again :)

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

It’s a really good starter machine , it will do most jobs x

[@julianmuller766]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias Awesome sauce! Thank you for the reassurance and the quick reply. Off to Argos I go (you should ask Argos for a commission). All the best :)

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Brilliant enjoy x

[@laurajanedouek8930]

Hi Wendy, This review was really helpful. How many layers can this machine do? Up to 4 or 8 or somewhere in between? Would love to hear from you.

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi I have sewn through 5 layers, but it will depend how thick your layers are. I was most impressed with little machine . Thank you for watching x

[@laurajanedouek8930]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias Wow! Thank you for responding so quickly! If they were all the same like cottons? I have a specific project in mind, could I please contact you privately to discuss further?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

@@laurajanedouek8930 you can email me at [e-mail] x

[@laurajanedouek8930]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias Thank you 🙏🏻 so much!

[@Sonny123a]

Fantastic review Wendy!! I was wondering how you are getting on with the machine 2 years on?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Thank you for your lovely comments, I am using this machine all the time now, I fancied a changed and put my big machine away, I have to say I love it even more now xx

[@mykoijourney4979]

Hi hope you don’t mind me asking my wife is new at sewing And I brought her this machine secondhand and it come with a plastic foot not a metal one and it breaks needles so do you think it’s got the wrong foot many thanks Glen

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi Glen, It is. Difficult to know without seeing the machine, but it sounds more like the machine is a fault rather than the foot. Remove the foot altogether and try sewing a little and see what happens. Your wife can PM me on instant messenger and we could them do a web chat I could see if I can help .best wishes Wendy

[@Bessie66]

Hi Wendy had this machine for a few years and have just started to use it. the bobbin thread keep going’s quite taught and snapping for some reason and also could I use the zig zag option as an overlocked substitute Thankyou lynda

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi yes you can use the zigzag as an overlocker stitch, I do it all the time. If your bobbin thread keeps snapping it sounds like you have the tension too tight,. Hope this helps. Thank you for watching x

[@Bessie66]

How would I sort out the tension? X

[@julianmuller766]

@@Bessie66 I think there's a tension dial on the front of the machine.

[@kathleenrussell2918]

What needles would you use on this machine is there a pacific name for them ? Or can you use universal ones ?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

You can use universal needles x

[@ryanbutterly3201]

Have you used it to make denim jeans or any denim items? I’d like to get it to use to repair denim and maybe make my own jeans

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Yes I have it was fine x

[@sashapowell1885]

Hi Wendy, I can't find the "SS" button on my machine for stitches 14-25. Can you please help me with that? Thanks

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi Do you mean the stitch selection button ? It’s the big cuticular button? Am am sure that’s not watch you mean, sorry just let me know what you are looking for. Xx

[@ginalawlor2904]

Hi Wendy I got this sewing machine as I am a beginner sewer, just wondering about the best stitches to use, so for long stitches for basting which one do you use? and what stitch number is best for regular sewing ? should the tension dial stay at 4 for all stitches or do you adjust that too? thanks so much for your review it was very helpful - Gina in Ireland

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi Gina, Thank you for you comments . For basting I would make the straight stitch the longest it will go, usual about 4. For general sewing I would set the stitch length to 2.5 or 3.0. You should keep the tension at around 3 to 4 , but you will soon know if it’s wrong. Pleas let me know how you are getting, if I be any more help just let me know xx

[@ginalawlor2904]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias thank you for that - you are so kind to reply to me. Just wondering do you know where I can get new needles, bobbins for this machine? are all accessories ok? or do I need specific to this machine? if so can you direct me to the place to buy them? thank you so so much. Gina x

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

@@ginalawlor2904 hi I just buy any accessories they are all virtually the same. I generally get mine from amazon. Take care xx

[@ginalawlor2904]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias Thank you so much- appreciate your help. Stay well xx

[@valcorneby2589]

I have this sewing machine as a beginner, I am trying to take up some voiles but the fabric wont move under the foot, what settings should I be using Please ?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi Val, the only things I can think of is the type of needle or thread. You should be able to use used the blind hem .x

[@mato77]

Thank you very much for your review! I think it has a thread cutter on the left hand side, but maybe you already know that by now :)

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi thanks I do know about it now, but it was a automatic thread cutter I was missing 😂

[@mato77]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias Ah, I didn’t even know there is such thing!😅

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi I think you should be able to fit one, the shank looks like any other machine. Hope you enjoy your new machine xx

[@deepakchilka6395]

Hi, could you please tell , how to change sewing foot for Brother Ls14s ? Thankyou

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi if you give the foot a little tug it will come off, there is no foot release button x thanks for watching x

[@Ab-nw7du]

Hi Wendy I'm looking to start sewing my wigs with a sewing machine.would u recommend this as a beginner ?as I sew all my wigs by hand

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi yes you could use it for wig making. X

[@danielleclarke182]

Hi, I purchased this machine a couple of years ago but cannot work out how to lower the feed dogs for when I'm sewing thicker material or to free sew, please someone help! X

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

You can’t lower the feed dogs sorry x

[@nontrickpony]

This is a great review. This is my first sewing machine it arrived yesterday and I want to have a rough idea what I’m doing before I start messing about!

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Thanks for watching x

[@emotionaleatingcoach]

Do you know if this will sew into nylon webbing? The type you get on backpacks.

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Yes it will x

[@emotionaleatingcoach]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias thanks. I was under the impression that thicker fabrics had to be done with a more expensive machine.

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

@@emotionaleatingcoach no this inexpensive little machine sews through thicker fabric than my big machine , I am really impressed x

[@emotionaleatingcoach]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias awesome 😁

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Yes it will x

[@katielilian2593]

Hi, I’m looking to get into clothes making (skirts, tops, dresses), would you say this is a good machine to use? I do have my grans vintage machine if I wanted any decorative stitches on areas but would this machine be suitable for seams and clothesy stuff?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi yes it’s really good for dressmaking, it comes with a button hole and zipper foot. It’s a good value machine. It had some good seam binding stitching . Good luck let me know if you need any help x

[@katielilian2593]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias thank you so much :)

[@user-no2xd9cn6i]

Hi Wendy, I’m wondering if u know how to put down the teeth? I’m so lost 😭

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi I don’t think you can drop the feed dogs on this machine, I am sorry I can’t check as I am away from home at the moment. If you look at the back of the machine, there is usually a slide switch that drops the feed dogs. Your only other option is to see if brother sell a feed dog cover. Let me know how you get on and I will check my machine when I get home in about 10 days : thank you for watching x

[@mscrunchy68]

Thank you so much for this. You have a lovely calm demeanour.I have always felt intimidated by sewing machines but want to make a quilt as a gift. I unboxed my machine today - it arrived a week ago - but I have managed to do a practice piece after struggling to thread the needle so am pretty chuffed!

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

So glad you like your machine, let me know if you need any help. Thank you for watching xx

[@steffiej7984]

Could you do a round neck with it please x

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Yes definitely x

[@nicolavalentine8120]

Seems like a very good machine. Thanks for sharing.

[@helenfearnley2818]

Thank you just got this for xmas

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

How lovely hope you enjoy it x

[@jesa8935]

thanks for the video, is possible to sew denim

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Yes it will sew denim x

[@lindseydamsell270]

Hi Wendy there is a thread cutter on the side

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi thanks, I actually meant an automatic thread cutter 😊😊

[@lindseydamsell270]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias oh haha

[@TheAmusementsArcade]

Would I be able to taper/hem my own jeans with this?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Yes no problem x

[@TheAmusementsArcade]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias brilliant thanks x

[@yaggieminka5657]

There is a thread cutter on the left hand side

[@shahidanaheed813]

Hi,can we use a picot foot on this machine?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi yes I don’t see why not x

[@naziahaslam8332]

The thread cutter is on the left hand side of the machine

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi thanks I know, I was referring to an automatic thread cutter. Thank you for watching x

[@nats7949]

Hi, are you able to add a walking foot to this machine do you know?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Nat S not sure, will try and put one on and let you know x

[@ch1proy60]

yes I have one on mine works fine

[@NancyReynolds-vr5tu]

How to you adjust the stitch length?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

You don’t all the stitch length are pre set, just turn too knob to the length required. Thanks for watching x

[@rachelweston2169]

Does it have any overlocking ?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Rachel Weston hi no it doesn’t but there is a blind hem stitch that would work x

[@amandah5478]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias do you know what number that is please

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

@@amandah5478 it’s the stitch that looks like a heart beat on a heart monitor, it goes up and the a straight line, sorry machine isn’t here at the moment so I can’t look at it x

[@amandah5478]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias No problem. Found it and it's kind of working ok. Thanks :)

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi so glad you have found it x

[@magalluf1]

Can you quilting on this machine

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi Yes you can use this machine for basic quilting, I use a long straight stitch. Thank you for watching x

[@aluette1]

of course you have a thread cutter. Can't you see it or are you just teasing us?

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

I meant an automatic thread cutter like my big machine 😂

[@aluette1]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias ..... Silly me 😁

[@ch1proy60]

anyone know difference between LS14 and LS14S and do accessories fit both

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi sorry I don’t know , I would think that you could use accessories are usually interchangeable x

[@debrawilliams2424]

the thread cutter is on the side

[@paulineburrell654]

There is a thread cutter on the side of the machine.

[@jacquicrowe1193]

The thread cutter is at bottom of nose on machine

[@AnnThomas-bi4pm]

There is a thread cutter

[@enmanuel9850]

There's a cutter on the side :D

[@finlaykingsbury2972]

Sorry just letting you know there is a thread cutter

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

finlay kingsbury Thank you I see it now, but I really mean an auto thread cutter 😂😂 x

[@barbaramatthews4921]

If you look at the left side of the machine it has a thread cutter!

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Hi Thank you for your comment, but I actually meant an automatic thread cutter, I have one on my main machine 😂

[@amandah5478]

I found mine after 2 years of having it!

[@loki1066]

I don't sew, but I can SEE a thread cutter🤣

[@soufou519]

Thank you so much

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

You are very welcome

[@finlaykingsbury2972]

I can see it on the side

[@asmashahzad4446]

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[@theresahayes4294]

The thread cutter is on side of Machine.

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Thank you I meant the automatic thread cutter x

[@theresahayes4294]

@@sewletssewwithwendymathias I'm a beginner 😄..great Tutorial thank you.

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

@@theresahayes4294 glad you like it, it’s a brilliant little machine xx

[@andyb4417]

Looking for a sewing machine that is easy to use and more importantly cheap to buy. This is a great review, think you've sold me to it. As a complete novice to the art of sewing, I am now filled with confidence that I can master this machinery. Then again, I am only a mere man so best keep my fingers well away from the pointy bit :)

[@sewletssewwithwendymathias]

Glad you liked it ! You will love sewing. But if you need any help you know where I am. Happy stitching x