Alex Toys Sew Fun

by Alex Toys

Product Features

• This kit won the Parents' Choice Approved Award
• Kit comes with reusable storage case, sewing machine, 2 yards of floral fabric, and ribbon trim
• This kit encourages a stylish sense of fashion
• This kit is a great activity for one child or a small group
• Art activities encourage a child's imagination and learning development

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 11 x 5.5 x 9.5 inches ; 3.9 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 4.4 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000F3S0CW
• Item model number: 443N
• Manufacturer recommended age: 8 - 12 years
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #8,443 in Toys & Games (See Top 100 in Toys & Games)
  • #11 in Toys & Games > Arts & Crafts > Craft Kits > Sewing
• Average Customer Review: 3.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (22 customer reviews)

Product Description

From the Manufacturer

Alex Sew Fun allows children to discover the delights of sewing with this easy to operate sewing machine that’s just their size. Make your own clothes and accessories. It comes with everything you need to start sewing right away. Features include adjustable stitch lengths, easy drop-in bobbin and two speeds that allow a safe and easy introduction to young sewers. Presser foot is designed so that little hands can’t slip under. It is lightweight and portable. Battery operated or use included AC adapter. Make your own wrap around skirt with the two yards of floral fabric and ribbon trim included.

Product Description

Budding fashion designer? The easy - to - operate Alex "Sew Fun" Sewing Machine is just their size! Make your own clothes and accessories! Comes with everything you need to start sewing right away! Features include adjustable stitch lengths, easy drop-in bobbin and two speeds that allow a safe and easy introduction to young sewers. Presser foot is designed so that little hands can't slip under. Lightweight and portable! Battery operated or use included AC adapter! Make your own purse and wrap-around skirt with the 2 yards of floral fabric and ribbon trim included! Machine measures 7 3/4" w. x 7 1/2" h. x 3 1/2" d. Carrying case measures 10 3/4" w. x 9 1/2" h. x 5 3/4" d. Ages 8 and up. Order yours today! Alex "Sew Fun" Sewing Machine

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

90 of 92 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Fun activity for child AND parent, January 1, 2007

By 

Toy Lover (Ann Arbor, MI United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Alex Toys Sew Fun (Toy)

We got this sewing machine for my 10 year old daughter for Christmas. The kit comes with materials to make a skirt and a handbag. We have done the handbag, and my daughter had fun doing it. She felt a great sense of accomplishment sewing her own bag! I did help her through the project though. This is definitely an item that requires some adult supervision (and patience!) depending on the age of the child. I would not buy this for a child any younger than 8 or 9. My 10 year old is young enough that she can have fun with it, but old enough that she can grasp the basic concepts of sewing and using a machine. I had to go step by step with her through the directions, but the included patterns are not overly challenging. I am somewhat experienced with a sewing machine, so someone with little to no experience might find this toy a nuisance. Overall, the machine itself seems well made and easy to use. It comes with a foot pedal and power supply. My only complaint is that there is no light. Even in a well lit room, we found it difficult to see our work area. I found a desk lamp in the basement and we had to set that up next to the machine. Overall, a fun toy for an older child.

44 of 46 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Sewing Machine Fun, January 9, 2007

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Susan E. Bradley "Momof2" (NH) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Alex Toys Sew Fun (Toy)

My daughter likes this product a lot. It is great for new sewers. The only thing I did not like was it has no back stitch making it a pain to pull thru and tie off every seam.

36 of 37 people found the following review helpful:

2.0 out of 5 stars Great idea - but broke fast, November 3, 2008

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Michelle Hayes "Michelle" (Tarzana CA) - See all my reviews

= Durability:1.0 out of 5 stars  = Fun:3.0 out of 5 stars  = Educational:5.0 out of 5 stars 

Amazon Verified Purchase

This review is from: Alex Toys Sew Fun (Toy)

I really loved this product in theory, and the 4 times my daughter used it, it worked wonderfully! She loved to sew, and I though we had bought a winner! But when we attempted to change the bobbin thread, the machine would not pick up the bottom thread, even though we followed the instructions to the letter! I sent 4 e-mail to the manufacturer with no response and I'm taking the machine to my local repair shop to see if they can determine the problem with it! Too bad, I really wanted this to be the great toy it had the potential to be.