There is a thread tension dial for each needle thread the lower looper thread and the upper looper thread. Retractable Knife Blade Mini Sewing Machine. It is portable & small. Portable sewing machine Size 31.70x15.00x30.00cm, weigh 2.43kg. Perfect for dress making, everyday household sewing, altering and creating clothing, crafting, quilting, home decor. update: I don’t think the M343D is an old model anymore. I came across a Brother social media post in 2020 (that I can’t seem to refind) that said it was new? I’ll need to look into this more closely. The Juki MO-654DE works with 2, 3 and 4 threads and features built-in rolled hemming. The built-in seam guide allows you to create the most possible accurate seam allowances.

The M343D can easily convert to a free arm for sewing cuffs and sleeves and comes with lots of useful accessories, including tweezers, a needle set, foot control, and thread nets. It features dial controls for stitch width, length, and differential feed. There is the option of 3 or 4 thread operation and like all Janome models the stitch quality is of a professional standard. It comes with a rolled-hemming function and the differential feed ratio of 0.5 to 2.2 allows for work on a wide variety of fabrics. Due to the lay-in threading system and the colour coded threading system, threading and rethreading are relatively easy when compared against many other models.

However, if that’s not an issue, don’t let that one problem put you off investing in this otherwise great machine. You can easily adjust the length and width of each stitch you create by simply turning the dial to the size you want and as well as standard stitches you can also use it to create more decorative stitches and finishes. Chain-off stitches for instance. Both only come with the standard foot and no waste tray. My 3 Best Buys all came with more accessories. Industry specialists I spoke to like the Brother brand in general, especially for ease of threading. Stitch quality The differential feed provides precision stitching and has a ratio of 0.5mm to 2.2mm.The cutting width is adjustable from 2.0 to 5.7 mm. With a built-in rolled hem it guarantees the highest quality finish every time. A free arm for sewing collars, cuffs, and sleeves. This tool allows you to easily work on small areas and is especially helpful for those who deal with children’s clothing.

If your machine already has some threads in place (you're just looking to add more when it's running out) then the knot method is the easiest form of threading. One of the main positives of the 4234D is its ability to work on pretty much any fabric weight/type and deliver perfectly hemmed seams or decorative effects every time.

With 2, 3 or 4 threads it is slightly more versatile than most of the models we have reviewed up to now. It features a built-in needle threader and comes with the F.A.S.T lower looper threading system, which we just love. The M343D comes with a LED light and it has to be said, it is very bright. Strangely enough it is a lot brighter than the one on the Brother 1034D and I can’t quite fathom out why? Accessories If you're sewing with both needles you use a dotted line if you just sewn with the right needle you use the bold line. That is such a useful little bit of marking on Janome. Tension Disc Release: Releasing previously used tension settings is achieved by lowering the presser foot after threading. For ease of use it comes with a built-in reference panel making using it a bit simpler. Again for ease of use it features a self-threading lower looper, which in my opinion is a God send, as is the tilting needle clamp, which means you can change needles in a jiffy.

When it comes to threading the colour coding does help, however, this model is relatively easy to thread and doesn’t require the use of tweezers or special tools, which is a bonus. Another positive feature is the dual feed which is perfect for when working with difficult stretchy materials. Liza Flaherty: "I hold out great hopes for Brother M343D because it does infinitely more than the basic singer, obviously, because you're getting a few bit more features on it for your money. It does rolled blind hems and it does all sorts of great stuff.

An adjustable differential feed. Machines with this feature have two feed dogs beneath the fabric working independently. You can adjust them depending on what you want to achieve. If you choose a model with snap-on presser feet you will thank yourself for it. When it comes to threading or rethreading snap-on presser feet are a desirable feature to have. Free Arm/Flat Bed The 2104Dis a good choice for sewers who just want the main 3 or 4 thread stitches, easy threading, and don’t want to spend too much. Good price

The M343D offers you the option of working on a flatbed surface or making an easy change to a free arm work area. Simply slide off the bed extension when you wish to put a clean, professional finish on pants legs, cuffs, sheer rolled-hem and lettuce-edge sleeves, collars or other small projects and hard-to-reach areas. Manufacturer’s Guarantees Buying a machine that has free arm to flat-bed conversion table is something well worth considering. This feature comes in handy when doing work on cuffs or sleeves. LED Light The unit has a built-in rolled hem feature, an electronic foot control, and comes pre-threaded. The upper knife can be easily retracted for more creative projects. This is the top plastic part only which you screw onto your originalshaft with the small screw you already have.Easy to use and easy to thread, thanks to the F.A.S.T. Lower Looper Threading System with colour coding and numbered steps The 4234Dis a good choice for sewers who want more stitch options, easy threading, and sturdier build quality. 2/3/4 threads