| Brother 1034D 3/4 Lay-In Thread Serger | 
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| Brand: Brother
Category: Kitchen
List Price: $399.95
Buy New: $198.98
You Save: $200.97 (50%)
Buy New/Used/Refurbished from $169.99
Avg. Customer Rating:   (120 reviews)
Sales Rank: 546
Color: White
Media: Kitchen
Number Of Items: 1
Batteries Included: No
Warranty: 1
Shipping Weight (lbs): 17.6
Dimensions (in): 15.3 x 13.1 x 12.6
MPN: 1034D
Model: 1034D
UPC: 012502104186
EAN: 0012502104186
ASIN: B0000CBK1L
Release Date: October 15, 2004
Availability: Usually ships in 1-2 business days
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| Features:
| • | 3/4 lay-in thread serger with 22 built-in stitches and interchangeable feet | | • | Includes 3- and 4-thread overlock, narrow hemming, rolled hemming, and ribbon lock | | • | F.A.S.T. lower looper threading system; outside differential feed | | • | Free arm/flat bed convertible sewing surface; foot pedal speed control | | • | Uses standard sewing machine needles; numerous accessories included |
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Product Description
This Brother serger sews seams, trims excess fabric and overcasts raw edges all in one step and at speeds almost double a normal home sewing machine. Freeing you to get creative, it features 22 stitch functions with 3- or 4-thread cut-and-sew over lock stitches, easy-to-follow lay-in threading and a F.A.S.T. lower looper threading system. It uses home sewing machine needles and has a free-arm/flat bed convertible sewing surface for greater control. Saving time and producing professional results, it features an easy-to-remove stitch finger for narrow/rolled edge, convenient stitch-width control, and outside differential feed control. Includes soft cover, tweezers, blind hem/multipurpose guide foot, thread spool cap, gathering foot, hexagonal wrench, cleaning brush, thread net, needle set, trim trap, a creative quick-start technique guide and instructional CD-ROMs.
Amazon.com Review
Ideal for sewing decorative and finishing stitches on linens, formal wear, and stretchy fabric, this 3/4 serger from Brother includes 22 built-in stitch functions and interchangeable creative feet. Stitch functions include 3-thread overlock, 4-thread overlock, narrow hemming, rolled hemming, and ribbon lock. The machine can also be used to form gentle gathers, join laces, sew spaghetti straps, and create fabric flowers for formal gowns. Its color-coded set up is convenient, quick, and straightforward, and the foot pedal offers sensitive speed control. For added efficiency and precision, the machine includes stitch width control, outside differential feed control, lay-in threading, the F.A.S.T. lower looper threading system, and an easy-to-remove stitch finger for narrow or rolled edges. It calls for standard sewing machine needles, and its flat surface converts to free arm for pant hems and cuffs. The serger comes with a full set of starter accessories, including a soft cover, a blind hem/multipurpose guide foot, a gathering foot, and a set of needles. A removable trim trap and a cleaning brush keep operation tidy. Additional feet are available separately for creating blind hem, pin tuck, and flat lock stitching. Brother includes a thorough instruction booklet with this model as well as CD-ROMs for operation tips and techniques. The machine carries a five-year limited warranty. --Emily Bedard
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| Customer Reviews: Read 115 more reviews...
 don't hesitate, this is a great serger! November 24, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I debated whether to get a serger and how much to spend on one for quite some time. I am mostly self-taught with a sewing machine and didn't have much money for a serger.
I'm glad I took the plunge. The Brother 1034d was a great choice! It was easy to thread and learn to use. I had never used a serger before, but I was serging simple garments the day I opened the box. This serger is a great value for someone looking for an entry level serger. I wish I would have bought one a long time ago. This relatively inexpensive machine is fabulous, and I think it will be a long time before I need or want to upgrade to something fancier.
Wow! October 30, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
I chose this serger based on people who had actually used the machine. It is everything they said.
This is my first serger. Threading it is a breeze - just do it exactly as the instructions indicate. An extra light is helpful.
The video instructions suck. If you have never used a serger get some books and read them first.
 Instructions are not good!!! October 20, 2008
1 out of 7 found this review helpful
If you are not an experienced sewing machine operator, prepare yourself to be frustrated. The video is somewhat useful but it rushes through the settings and the booklet is totatlly worthless. Besides...YOU WILL NEED A SEPARATE SEWING MACHINE for regular stitching, this one doesn't do any of the traditional stitches!!!
 a well-rounded machine September 23, 2008
1 out of 1 found this review helpful
great for a beginner. easy-to-follow instructions for threading. took me a few tries to get the tension right but I think that's how it goes with sergers...
obviously this machine doesn't do everything a top-of-the-line machine would but it also doesn't cost as much.
my first serger September 13, 2008
1 out of 2 found this review helpful
I researched a lot before I bought this serger. Since I don't have any experience with another serger, I will say that this one is a good quality for the price. The threading is a little tricky, even with color coding. Also, it took me 10 broken threads and 1 broken needle before I figured out that I had to rethread the needles when I rethreaded the loopers...EVERY time. That was a frustrating night. However, I really enjoy my serger and have enjoyed the professional looking seams.
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