Simplicity SA1100 American Denim 35 Stitch Sewing Machine

by Simplicity

Product Features

• Loaded with features, including 35 stitch functions using 11 built-in stitches
• Drop-feed lever for monogramming and embroidery; push-down reverse lever
• Retractable spool pins for twin-needle sewing; four-step buttonhole; accessories
• Electronic speed control; illustrated instruction manual; three free patterns
• Warranties: 25 years on case, 10 on mechanical, 5 on electrical, 1 on labor

Product Details

• Product Dimensions: 19.8 x 14.8 x 9.7 inches ; 21 pounds
• Shipping Weight: 20.4 pounds
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• Shipping Advisory: This item must be shipped separately from other items in your order. Additional shipping charges will not apply.
• ASIN: B0000648AF
• Item model number: SA1100
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (5 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #117,703 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing (See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing)

Product Description

Amazon.com Review

This heavy-duty, full-size sewing machine is capable of 35 stitch functions using 11 built-in stitches, has a drop-feed lever for monogramming and embroidery, and provides the convenience of one-motion 5-second threading. Features include two retractable spool pins for twin-needle sewing; a top drop-in bobbin that's easy to put in, easy to take out, and easy to see; a reverse lever for neat seam ends; an electronic foot pedal for smooth speed control; easy declutching; adjustable stitch width and length; a stitch-selector dial for easy stitch selection; a four-step buttonholer; presser-foot pressure adjustment; and a sewing light. The machine has a built-in carrying handle and a free arm, for such tasks as shirt cuffs and quilting, that also serves as storage for a complete accessory package (spool holders, bobbins, needles for sewing different fabrics, and eight presser feet). The 11 built-in stitches include overlock, stretch, and honeycomb. Included are a step-by-step illustrated instruction manual and a coupon for three free Simplicity patterns.

Simplicity offers warranties against defects: 25 years on the case, 10 years on mechanical parts, and 5 years on electrical parts. There's also a one-year labor warranty.--Fred Brack

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

102 of 107 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Simplicity 1100 American Denim, August 18, 2003

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Nancy Gold (Winter Park, CO USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Simplicity SA1100 American Denim 35 Stitch Sewing Machine (Kitchen)

Great machine, inexpensive and easy to use. Directions are easy to follow. Highly recommended, inexpensive and with free shipping you can't go wrong. Amazon shipped it right away too!

I recommend getting a carrying case. I ordered one after my machine arrived.

19 of 19 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Great machine, if you know about sewing machines!, July 25, 2005

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Amazon User (New York, NY) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Simplicity SA1100 American Denim 35 Stitch Sewing Machine (Kitchen)

This is a great sewing machine if you know ABOUT sewing machines, meaning if you can adjust the thread tensions, foot pressure etc.

In another words, if you are an absolute beginner for using sewing machines, I recommend you to buy other machines with automatic tension adjustments, built-in bobin, etc, which requires you notheing but just run and you can sew.

I used to own a sewing machine from SINGER and it had top-loading bobin, automatic tension adjustment, etc (which I did not know back then) and I had no trouble sewing even if I had serious trouble when I had to use sewing machines in high school.

When I moved, I left the machine with my mother and bought this machine instead.

At the beginning, boy, I HAD SO MUCH trouble like one of the reveiwers here.

I thought maybe this machine is the reason, but I went to study about the sewing machines from its manual, websites, books, and people.

Then I found out the the reason I had so much trouble is the fact I did not know anything about sewing machines.

Yes, I need to adjust tensions, needles, foot pressures etc (which I did not even know what they mean) depending on what materials I am using.

They are easy once you know how to do it.

Now, I have no trouble and this is very quiet machine and I like it very much.

Also, its manual is much better than the one that came with my old SINGER machine.

It describes very well about the trouble shooting, how to adjust everything you need or sort of things.

The bottome line is: This is the machine if you want a machine with simple, but has enough stiches or features that make your sewing easier and if you know something about sewing machines, or are thinking about learning about them.

This is not a machine to choose, if you are an absolute beginner about sewing machines and have no interest in learning about them.

8 of 8 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Not what I expected., March 24, 2006

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Carol M - See all my reviews

This review is from: Simplicity SA1100 American Denim 35 Stitch Sewing Machine (Kitchen)

First, I bought this because it was described as having a drop in bobbin. It is not. The bobbim jambs unless you hold the threads as you start each seam. I have never had to do that with any of my other sewing machines. I sew a lot of heavy fabric and bought this machine for that reason, but save your money and get a better machine. The reverse button fell off after a weeks use. I was able to put it back on but that just shows the quality.

As for the free patterns...I was suprised at how fast they arrived. Less than a week after I sent my order in.