Customer Reviews
Good little machine 
2008-07-31
I have owned this machine for 3 years. I bought it when my 1970s Singer gave up the ghost. I have sewed everything from quilts to jeans on it. I suggest keeping it oiled. After 3 years, the bobbin winder is winding the bobbin wrong and the tension is mesesing up. I do believe I have gotten my money's worth as sometimes this machine is going 10 hours a week. I have purchased a new Brother just today but still plan to keep the old one to use too.
OK 
2008-07-28
This machine is really just OK. It sews which is why I bought it. But, it also sticks. I have to get it started with the hand wheel about half the time. That's kind of aggravating. But then again, I onlyl use it for mending. I hardly every really "sew" anymore.
arrived broken 
2008-07-11
I bought this sewing machine because my previous machine stopped working, and I had a big project I needed to finish quickly. The Brother machine arrived broken. The stitch selector would only do a straight stitch. The dial wouldn't even turn to any of the other options. When I finally did get it to select the zig-zag stitch, the needle just moved up and down in place, not forwards and certainly not side-to-side. Also, the needle arm was out of alignment, so the needle kept hitting the metal plate on the base of the machine. I snapped two needles in the course of trying to sew a simple garment. It is not even worth my time to exchange this piece of junk.
I gave it two stars, because it could do a straight stitch, and as long as you were only sewing together two pieces of thinner fabric, it worked okay. If you wanted to sew layers of three or more pieces of fabric, or something thicker like denim, forget it.
brothers sewing machine 
2008-07-10
ive hemmed three pair of pants first time i sewed in my life just about was easy to thread and to use and cant beat teh price no tax free shipping you be nuts not to buy and if you sew alot you can be come amster at this machine rather fast easy to use cost effecient already paid for itself go see how much it ios to hem a pairof pants these days save gas alone lol well today every drop counts peace
Excellent 2008-07-05
This sewing machine is perfect for my needs as a beginner. It is easy to set up and use, and performs well. I highly recommend it.
I Returned It 
2008-06-16
We've gone past the days when every home needed a sewing machine but, in a sense, we still do. When it comes to sewing clothes or patching up jeans, a portable sewing machine is just what you need. Lightweight, portable Brother LS-2125 sports 10 built-in stitches, 25 stitch functions, free-arm capability, a 4-step built-in buttonholer and reverse sewing lever. It also features 4 quick-change presser feet and an automatic bobbin winder. Zipper foot, buttonhole foot and button sewing foot are included. You'll be amazed at what this LS-2125 really can do! Stitch balance control ensures equal stitch density on both sides of buttonhole Comes with accessories for zipper insertion, darning, buttonholes and button sewing Quick bobbin winding system Built-in light illuminates the sewing area Electronic speed control Safety power and light switch Forward and reverse sewing Adjustable thread tension control Lightweight compact with built-in handle for transporting Instruction book in English, Spanish, French 25-year limited warranty (1 year labor) Unit Dimensions - 15L x 6W x 11.8H / Weighs 15 pounds
Loved this machine, easy to use for first timer. 2008-05-27
This was my first time using a sewing machine and I was able to prepare the machine and use it by following the directions that came with it. It is very easy to use and control I loved it and the price is great. Definetly would recommend.
I wanted a simple sewing machine and got it for a good price! 2008-05-19
I read the reviews and crossed my fingers and ordered this one. I am pleased I did. I only do mending, or an occasional uncomplicated small project. I must say I set it up all by myself with out any proplems. I did have my husband show me which parts needed lubrication and he did that for me (I am not too mechanical). I followed someone elses advice and sewed on a papertowel until the oil quit coming through as I sewed. It worked great as far as I was concened! My husband told me I should have bought a heavier duty one, but for the price this one was fine. It will spend months in the closet before I pull it out again. I would say, buy this one for light, infrequent sewing jobs. Lubing it every week does seem like a pain, though. I am not sure if other machines are like that, though.
Bad machine! 2008-04-01
I received this machine for Christmas, and thought I had a good machine. I knew nothing about sewing at the time, and thought this would be a good starter machine.
I whipped out a few pillow cases, even tried to sew a quilt and a dress. My main issue was the needle kept unthreading, and it seemed I couldn't sew a straight line. I figured it was just lack of experience on my part, boy was I wrong!
I'm really glad I decided to take a quilting class where I took this machine. I mentioned the problems and the experienced women there tried to help. They noticed the machine was pulling to the left, and did just about everything to try and fix it, but ultimately told me I had a bad sewing machine.
Had I not gotten advice from someone who knew much more than I did, I would have been learning on a faulty machine, and who knows where that would have led me!
Based on that, I can't recommend this machine to a beginner.
Not terrible, but not great. 2008-03-31
This is a decent machine for the price, but unless you like wrestling with your sewing machine on a fairly regular basis, I cannot recommend it.
It has some strange design kinks that cause thread tangles at the drop of a hat. Otherwise it seems sturdy and user friendly.
