Brother CS-80 Computerized Sewing Machine (Refurbished)

I was worried about this being a refurbished machine even though I have never had an issue before. This machine is extremely easy to use and I learned how to maneuver it pretty well in the course of one day. The automatic threading is amazing. When I first learned how to sew on my mom's old Singer it took me ages to get the needle threaded! I have sewn about a million things with it since it arrived and have had only a couple of issues but they were my fault for not changing the needle for a thicker fabric. I have made: two duvet covers, 6 throw pillows, 5 sets of curtains, embellished a vallance with ribbon, made pillowcases and put buttonholes in several things. The button hole foot and feature is fantastic! Overall I am amazed at the features this machine offers and highly recommend it!

• Did the image onsite match the product? Yes
• Did the description onsite accurately describe the product? Yes
• How is the quality of the product? Great

I absolutely love this machine! I purchased the same one about 2 years ago and my daughter and I have been having to share. Just by chance I looked at overstock for something comparable and there was the same machine available. I had such good results with my first one I ordered another. Everything is exactly the same. The only difference is some of the accessories I got with the first machine are not with this one (cover, bobbins), but the machine itself works exactly the same. The price, as always with Overstock, was excellent. I priced a used machine at a local sewing store with the same features and it was way more expensive. This is a great buy for basic sewing.

Bought brand new a couple of years ago and haven't used it very much; it is always a new learning experience when I get it out I don't enjoy it. Have been working on a simple cotton apron project; bobbin threads tangles. Might sew fine for a few stitches on 2 layers of cotton; tried to sew over gathers at waist it really tangles. I went through all the troubleshooting; bought new thread; replaced existing needle; bought new bobbins; tried a different type of fabric and nothing corrected issue. Have contacted TWO reputable sewing machine shows regarding repair and they both tell me this machine has an inherent problem; says it can be adjusted but will only work for a short period of time and the same problem starts again. They both said they would adjust it but can't warrant their work. I'm extremely unhappy because of what I paid for it and now can't either get it repaired nor use it.When I mentioned the fact it was the type machine that "threads itself" they both agreed they have a lot of complaints. I don't know what to do----it is worthless to me at this point.

I am very pleased with this purchase. I have now used it for a few months (on and off) and have found that all the features are quite easy to use, even for the novice that I am. I would have expected to pay a lot more for what I got - as I feel that the quality of this machine is very good.