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Brother JX2517 17-Stitch Sewing Machine

$71.58
(4.7) 4.7 stars out of 10 reviews 10 reviews
$71.58
$71.58
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Brother JX2517 17-Stitch Sewing Machine

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4.7 out of 5stars
(10 reviews)

Most helpful positive review

5.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
12/09/2016
Got my sewing groove back
disclosure: “I am posting this review as part of my entry in Walmart's Holiday Sewing Contest.” I bought Brother JX2517 for $49.95 online on black Saturday for immediate pickup to make Alaskan kuspuks to distract myself from a hospital visit earlier that day. Needles to say, I was highly skeptical sewing 4 layers of high end quilting cotton with 2 layers of metallic ribbon at the seams, yet machine handled it shockingly well, punching through as if it were butter. Machine was working like a dream, and I finished one kuspuk on Saturday, made a second one on Sunday, and made the third kuspuk the following weekend. While pondering about a meaningful gift for a baby shower, I was inspired to sew a keepsake newborn kuspuk, and machine handled the zipper and double stitching to cover the raw edges beautifully. My coworkers were shocked when I told them I made my outfits on a $50 machine. Reliable and uncomplicated, Brother JX2517 is flying with me to Hawaii. Now that I got my sewing groove back, I will teach my teen daughter how to sew during the holiday break.
Alaskanteacher

Most helpful negative review

4.00 out of 5 stars review
Verified Purchaser
01/22/2014
Good for beginner.
Great for the price.
Eliaima
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    10/31/2017
    Best purchase I've ever made!
    I am posting this review as part of my entry in Walmart's Sewing Contest. You will not regret buying this cute, lightweight workhorse! I randomly decided that I wanted to really learn to make my own clothes and researched about starter-friendly machines that would allow me to grow and sew more complicated garments down the line. At first I ordered a Singer "heavy duty" sewing machine and the first night I got it, I couldn't get it to work. Long story short, I tried everything under the sun to just get the thing to start sewing two thin layers of cotton. No such luck. I went as far as going to a local repair shop later that week, quickly realized how ridiculous I was being, and promptly retuned it! I was a little frustrated and discouraged, needless to say. The next day I went to my local Walmart and picked up this baby and I haven't had one regret since! It comes with an in-depth manual and a quick reference guide for those who only need to quickly familiarize themselves with this particular machine. It already came with a bobbin of white thread loaded in the machine and ready to go! If you want to start sewing with another color, there are a few extra bobbins provided. I was able to wind my first bobbin in under five minutes. The instructions and directions on the machine are no nonsense and very easy to follow. Kids in elementary school to adults will be able to follow the instructions with little problem. And, if you're not sure, there's an instructional DVD that comes with your machine and plenty of YouTube videos that show you how to operate your JX2517. The process of setting up this machine was a breeze! It has 17 different stitches, like the straight and zigzag stitches, the satin stitch, blind hem stitch, and even an overedge stitch (if you don't have a serger, you don't need one with this stitch). You might think there aren't many stitches like with another, more expensive machine, but trust me when I tell you these will be more than enough. I've worked with industrial sewers and sergers (with all the bells and whistles) and I have rarely used anything other than the straight and zig-zag stitch. You also get a variety of other accessories, like the zipper foot and the buttonhole foot. Why spend more money when you can get what you need for less? This beauty is so quiet while sewing! I've spent many nights patching up holes in shirts, pants, undergarments, anything I could get my hands on. My neighbors weren't even aware I had a machine until I told them. It won't disrupt others from what they're doing, the next room over either. As a student surrounded by other grad students, that is a necessity. The light on this machine is perfect for sewing in a low-light setting and at night. All I use is the machine light and a small lamp and I don't have to squint or struggle to see what I'm sewing. I can control the speed of the foot pedal with how lightly or hard I press down. It's convenient when I need to control the direction and movement of the fabric, especially with slippery fabrics like satin. On the other end, I've gone through three layers of denim quickly and with no problems. The machine didn't clog up or sputter once. But, please note that you may need to use a certain type of needle to accommodate the fabric you want to sew. I used a denim needle, size 16, in my case. One reason a lot of people's needles break while sewing is because they are using the wrong needle size. Your machine comes with a universal size 14 needle, which will work for most general light-weight to mid-weight fabrics. I decided I wanted to be Little Miss Muffet for Halloween and sewed the whole costume in under 2 hours. I got compliments the whole night and was proud to say I made it myself! I've always wanted to say I made something I'm wearing as I am completely self-taught. Now I can! I usually worry about quality and pricing but this is one machine that was worth the price and didn't break the bank! As I'm becoming more experienced with garment-making, I don't see myself buying another machine anytime soon. I highly recommend this machine for beginners and more experienced sewists alike! P.S. Please only turn the handwheel TOWARDS you (counter-clockwise) to prevent your machine from jamming the thread or getting out of tune.
    Caindi21
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    12/10/2016
    My very first sewing machine!
    So, I had wanted a sewing machine for awhile but didn't want to fork over a lot of money since I wasn't sure how much I would actually use it. I saw this on the BF special and decided that for 49.99, why not. I read other reviews on it and it seemed like a great purchase so I took the plunge. I LOVE IT! Not only is it freaking adorable, it's light weight but sturdy. For a first timer, I had this machine set up within 20 minutes after watching a few YouTube videos. It's very easy to use and I cannot wait to unlock my inner creativity with this! Definitely happy with my purchase.
    Danielle
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    12/09/2016
    Got my sewing groove back
    disclosure: “I am posting this review as part of my entry in Walmart's Holiday Sewing Contest.” I bought Brother JX2517 for $49.95 online on black Saturday for immediate pickup to make Alaskan kuspuks to distract myself from a hospital visit earlier that day. Needles to say, I was highly skeptical sewing 4 layers of high end quilting cotton with 2 layers of metallic ribbon at the seams, yet machine handled it shockingly well, punching through as if it were butter. Machine was working like a dream, and I finished one kuspuk on Saturday, made a second one on Sunday, and made the third kuspuk the following weekend. While pondering about a meaningful gift for a baby shower, I was inspired to sew a keepsake newborn kuspuk, and machine handled the zipper and double stitching to cover the raw edges beautifully. My coworkers were shocked when I told them I made my outfits on a $50 machine. Reliable and uncomplicated, Brother JX2517 is flying with me to Hawaii. Now that I got my sewing groove back, I will teach my teen daughter how to sew during the holiday break.
    Alaskanteacher
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/25/2016
    Good machine for a beginner
    It is a solid machine for a beginner. The setup is fairly easy and straightforward. I have enjoyed sewing dresses for my daughter and see her wear them. The one thing I am not too fond of is the drop-in bobbin design and much prefer the traditional bobbin placement. This is a small negative, but overall a very good machine.
    Ab2016
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/22/2016
    Excellent machine
    I am posting review as part of my entry in Walmart's Holiday this Sewing Contest. I bought this machine about 5 years ago to make curtains for a daycare I owned. I put it away for a couple of years, and pulled it out 2 years ago to make Christmas gifts. I have made about 20 quilts since then. Great machine for beginners, and experienced sewers. I would be great if they added a "design idea" brochure in the box. Great machine and excellent priced. I am attaching a picture of an "Attic window" quilt I just finished. YES you can quilt on it also.
    ShirleyS
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/20/2016
    Great for Beginners!
    I am posting this review as part of my entry in Walmart's Holiday Sewing Contest. When I received this machine as a Christmas present, I had never sewn anything on a machine before. I had a friend show me once how to thread it, and then I was on my own. Teaching myself to sew on this machine was easier than I ever thought it could be. The controls are simple and easy to use, with a chart of the types of stitches printed on the side, as well as an easy to follow guide printed on the top for threading the machine. It also comes with a DVD that demonstrates the machine's functions and how to thread it. Setting the machine up to use could not be more simple, as it has one plug for the power and pedal cords. The size and simplicity of the machine has been ideal for me living in a small apartment setting, as I can easily move it or put it away if needed. Being able to sew clothes and costumes was a long-time dream of mine, but one that seemed out of reach without attending sewing classes. This machine helped me to achieve that goal on my own. Thanks to it's easy to use nature, my first time using this machine resulted in a costume that I was able to wear to a party. The photo below is me wearing my second project made on this sewing machine. I would highly recommend this to any beginner, even if you have never used a sewing machine before.
    Allie
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    11/07/2016
    Great value! Great Price!
    I am posting this review as part of my entry in Walmart's Holiday Sewing Contest. I used this sewing machine for simple projects and now using for complicated dress sewings! As a beginner, works very well for me. Also bought two more to gift my aunts, overseas. They also liked it very much. Great price, great value!
    Zlyh
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    10/10/2016
    Great starter machine
    It's a great little machine for someone just starting out. Find out if you love this hobby without dropping a ton of cash. It's easy to figure out and anything you need to know you could most likely just Google it and find out. It has a few issues but for how inexpensive this machine is it is not suprising. I would even recommend this machine for young teens/older children.
    RebelXS
  • 5.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    06/02/2016
    Brother 17 stitch sewing machine JX2517
    I bought this machine at Walmart for less than $70. It was my first sewing machine. I am 60 years old. It has been an absolute joy to me. I have always wanted a sewing machine and this one is perfect for me. It is easy to use, comes with an instruction DVD and you can learn to do a lot of things with it just by searching YouTube for what you want to do. One note: it only comes with one bobbin that is already wound and ready to use. Mine was white thread. So you will need to buy some thread. There are 4 bobbins that come with it. You will absolutely love this machine.
    JoeMama
  • 4.00 out of 5 stars review
    Verified Purchaser
    01/22/2014
    Good for beginner.
    Great for the price.
    Eliaima