Quantum Stylist 9985 Computerized Sewing Machine with Accessory Kit

This machine compares very favorably with the current Bernina 550, for a fraction of the price. Singer's touch screen is superior, as it is not only a color screen -- theirs isn't -- it is much clearer. There is no comparison in terms of the appearance of the two machines. This Singer is flat out gorgeous in person, and it's purple. Singer has really knocked it out of the park in terms of presentation with this one. The photos here do not begin to do it justice. I literally gasped when I pulled it out of the box. I do miss having a knee lifter on this machine, which my Singer 580 embroidery machine has, but the superb quality of the 9985 considering its low price is ample consolation. With 960 stitches, it blows the Bernina 550 right out of the water, as it has only 177. Of course it is the quality of the stitch that counts, and the Singer 9985 stitches as beautifully as any machine costing thousands more. I am working my way through the entire catalog of decorative stitches and functions, and have not found anything so far that is less than perfect. What is really unexpected in a machine at this price is the degree of precision you can bring to bear on your decorative stitches. Say you wish to place an outline of decorative arrows around a neckline facing or placket; you can figure out by stitching a sample how many arrows you are getting per inch, and program the machine to run a certain number of arrows and stop, so you can precisely pivot and turn or reproduce a certain line of stitching or whatever. The selection and editing of decorative stitches is simple and intuitive if you are used to doing anything with a computer. Not every stitch can be elongated or made wider to the same extent, but it is easy to tell what you can and cannot do once you see it on the screen. Considering this capability, you really have way more than the 960 stitches advertised. For best quality decorative stitching, I recommend using 40-wt rayon or polyester machine embroidery thread on top and good quality polyester sewing thread to match your item in the bobbin, and attach the transparent satin stitch foot. Tearaway or wash-away stabilizer under your project will make a world of difference. Many stitches can be flipped or rotated, so you could stitch a line of left-facing triangles next to a line of right-facing triangles, or run some lines of straight stitches in between for a cuff or something like that -- in other words, the creative design possibilities get crazy when you have these advanced editing capabilities, and the results are perfect because you can edit precisely where each stitch starts and stops. With this wide selection of stitches, even the simplest garment can be embellished with embroidery to make it look amazing. Stalking Pinterest and Instagram photos of embroidered garments has inspired me to combine multiple rows of decorative stitches with straight stitching around garment edges, repeating thread colors I've used in the embroidered motifs I've done on the Singer Quantum Futura 580 on the front, back, and sleeves. Built-in stitches did not seem to add much to fashion sewing for me in the past because in regular sewing thread, they can look pretty sad, but the options this machine offers combined with the wonderful threads widely available to machine embroiderers make fashion sewing exciting in a whole new way. The hand quilting-look stitch combined with the walking foot offers a feature usually found on only high-end machines. I was skeptical that a machine at this price point could produce a decent quilting stitch, but by following the directions in the manual and making the necessary tension adjustments, the result is quite impressive. The manual is pretty good. When I get a new machine, I usually go through the manual page by page and try every stitch, technique, and foot to learn as much as I can and make sure everything is functioning properly. Though I have not completed the learning process yet on this machine due to my eagerness to get to the fun stuff, I have read through the entire manual and it seems that everything I need to know is in there somewhere. The quilting section should not be construed as instruction in quiltmaking by any means, and it is kind of weird that they do not mention the even-feed foot until several pages later, and free-motion quilting and stippling should probably not be attempted based on the instructions here, though of course YouTube videos abound. I find Singer manuals maddening in that the English version is on the left-hand side of the page, with French and Spanish on the right. It would be much more efficient for all users if they would put each language in its own section. The small format of this manual means the print and illustrations are quite small. I'll be looking for the manual at the Singer site so I can read it on a device which enables me to zoom in. Speaking of instructions, I'd just like to point out that this uses size 15 bobbins, not 15J as the "customers also bought" copy above might indicate. The difference is slight but if you use the wrong bobbins, you will really mess up your shuttle race. When I selected this machine, I assumed it would use 15J bobbins just like my embroidery machine, which would be super convenient. Alas, that is not the case, and it is kind of a pain. You must use Singer brand bobbins, and not cheap copies, which are not the same size. This is kind of a pain, but it's worth it to me to have all these other awesome features I never expected to own. And did I say it's purple? The Singer 9985 is the perfect companion to my Singer 580 embroidery machine. I am super thrilled that I was able to get such a high quality machine with so many awesome stitches and features for such a low price, with free shipping. Not to be snarky, but a local dealer of the expensive brands does not carry this machine in her store, and I can guess why, though she offered to special order it for me, at the full list price. *snort* If I were trying to sell a comparable machine for almost $5,000, I would not want this one sitting next to it, either. Thanks, amazon!!

I had a Singer Heavy Duty for maybe 15 years. It finally kept breaking the thread, making terrible noises etc, so I retired it. I'm very happy with my upgrade. Smooth, easy to use, and for the first time ever - I have been able to use the automatic needle threader that comes on the machine! This is my 3rd Singer machine with a needle threader, and this is the only one I've ever used that works - the first time! The electronics are not as complicated as I feared. I keep the manual close at this point, but I've barely had to reference it. I turned off the beeping in settings - that was annoying. I love it that it tells you when the needle has come unthreaded. It would be nice if it also told when the bobbin runs out, but can't have everything. The first one I received had a very small piece of plastic broken off - one of the tiny hinges that holds the tools cover on the machine closed. I called Singer, and they said send it back to Amazon because it had been one day, and they have a 30 day guarantee. Surprisingly, UPS picked it up for free from my home (unusual for where I live). The replacement I ordered had no problems. The machine would fit in my case for my Heavy Duty, but I don't need a case anymore, so I gave it away with my old machine. Someone with more technical expertise can hopefully fix it up. I do vacuum out the dust and sparingly oil the moving parts periodically. The machine is fairly quiet. I have a non-slip/buffer pad underneath it because it's on a table that could be considered slick. I made a pedal sticky mat to keep the pedal from sliding on a laminate floor - but that is nothing unique to this machine. I've never had a machine where the pedal doesn't slip. I wish the light were brighter or there was more than one light. I also love the thread cutter on the side by the needle. I haven't tried any programmed embroidery yet, but I did use a couple of the stitches on a regular sewing project and they look cool.

I started out this little venture by getting a Singer 222K with as many feet, accessories, pieces, parts and manuals I could find. This little machine sewed beautifully, and became my favorite. After a MANY projects I had an additional machine ( Spartan 192) that I'd put the attachment or foot I needed at the time. Then a Singer 99 for the heaver stuff. (3 machines + a Imagine serger) REALLY? Yes really! I played with the Singer 160th machine and liked the buttons and it was black. Basically a needle attached to a computer. NICE. The sewing room looked like a ancient futuristic museum of functional modern art . But I was hooked on the technology. Several EBay sales later I bought a 9985. Let's see, measure, cut, baste/pin, create a pile of things, put on Black Sabbath (loud) and sew, sew, sew. Every foot and accessory was included. I did buy some more plastic bobbins (plastic on plastic is better). Use the alphabet to sign the thing somewhere and off to the next project. Back-tack is automatic or not. tension is adjustable for cover stitches or what ever. and finally I don't need that pesky foot peddle. It is nice though to plug it in set the slider for maximum speed and off you go. Stitches are ( I think) logically laid out and help is just a poke away. The thread and bobbin are hidden under a lid, there are pictures of stitches under there too, and diagrams to thread and make bobbins. 1 step buttonholes ( I'm still working on the technique but better than the old way). OK! the automatic threaded takes some getting use-to (put the foot down, hit the up/down button twice; to lower then raise the needle, center the needle, lift the foot, load the threader and push it down, place the thread in the slot and slightly lift up, slowly start to release the threader; if there is some resistance it is caught in the teeth and the needle will thread) I now can get it to work with any needle and thread... COOL! The up/down button is NICE, You can just about use the back-tack button when-ever you want. AND the thread cutter is nicer than... well it's nice. Wind a bobbin, place it in the well, pull the thread through the little channel, use the cutter to cut it off, replace the cover, throw in your material, drop the handle/ needle and sew. NO you don't have to pull up the bobbin thread. At the end back-tack or with auto back-tack the machine does it for you. push the cutter button, lift the handle, and remove your item. Drop the feed-dogs, put on the darner foot and DARN away. Oh darn! Zigzag too! Nicely lit and pretty. The touch screen is great, Nice size (I don't have to use a magnifying glass as much) I have like 50/400 vision so I memorize finger placement, count beeps, do a test, and get to it. It is pink and doesn't have a case... or does it "Everything Mary - Hard Side Rolling Sewing Case - Pink" from scrapbook dot com The only thing that will fit is the machine and foot controller. It is tight and has a foam liner that grips the machine. VERY NICELY! It's $119 though ( a hare high, a rabid pun) and they seem to be the only ones with any stock on hand. This case is the same PINK as the 9985. Now my new Singer is complete! And I had enough EBay money to get a SAILRITE for the heavy stuff (LSZ-1). What started out as an exercise of traditional sewing techniques, developed a life of its own, and evolved into the most efficient way to get the job done with the least amount of equipment. There is a certain amount of an OOOH factor when you drag out that old free-arm 222K, but, The 9985 gets as many looks, is easier to use, more consistent, and well, a needle attached to a better computer. If it had speakers, wifi, and a USB port it would be perfect. ~KRK~ 2014-03

Just got this today to replace a 10 year old Brother that never worked well from the start. I wish I hadn't waited so long to replace the Brother! First test stitches and patterns were flawless! I'll try to remember to update as I use it more. Pros: 1. It’s pretty quiet especially compared to my old Brother. 2. Automatic thread tension. 3. Needle up/down. 4. Tac feature at beginning and end for utility stiches (not decorative stiches). 5. Front speed control (not the foot pedal). 6. The foot pedal is separate from the power plug (foot pedal plugs into the machine separately from the power cord so less tangles). 7. Automatic thread cutter when finished. 8. No need to pull up the bobbin thread. 9. There is a feed dog pressure control to increase or decrease depending on thin/thick fabrics. Cons: 1. I thought this came with a hard case but so far I don't care since it seems to be such a nice machine. 2. The thread spindle and bobbin winder are enclosed on the top of the machine. A panel lifts up to get to them. You have to stand up to do anything when needed up there. 3. For both bobbin winding and threading the spool down to the needle, there is one part that is on the top that is a little cramped and not that clear in the manual on how to run the thread. 4. Can't increase the font sizes (or any of the decorative patterns I suppose). 5. Threading the machine and winding the bobbin are different that other machines and will take a little getting used to.

When my Singer Stylist died a few months ago, I decided to upgrade to something a little nicer. After weeks of shopping and poring over reviews, I narrowed it down to Singer's Quantum Stylist Touch, and a slightly cheaper Project Runway model by Brother. In the end, the Quantum Stylist had more of the features I wanted, so I took the plunge and ordered it. I'm so glad I did! - Pros - * It's quiet. And I mean whisper quiet! As long as you're sewing a straight stitch and going slowly, the motor makes almost no sound. When you speed up, it gets louder, but it's still much quieter than any of my previous machines. * It has speed control, so you can adjust how fast it goes. At the lowest setting, no matter how hard you stomp the pedal, it will still sew slowly. This is great for my students, who are often intimidated by sewing machines that sew too fast. When you're ready to speed up, just slide the speed control up a notch or two. * It cuts the thread for you when you're done sewing! Just stop and press a button. It cuts the thread and raises the needle, so you can easily remove your fabric. It doesn't trim the tails at the beginning of the seam, so you still have to cut those yourself. And it does leave a short tail when it cuts the thread, so you still need to trim it. But even so, it's very convenient! * The foot pedal and power cords are longer than the ones that came with my old machine. This is such a good thing! I used to have to sew with my leg extended all the way under my sewing table, because the cord was too short and I couldn't reach the pedal. That is no longer an issue---hooray! * It's purple. Enough said! * Let there be light! The LED light above the needle is very bright. With my old Singer, I had to tape a clip-on reading light to the sewing machine to cast more light on the fabric, but that wasn't enough, so I added two task lamps to my sewing table. I'm happy to report that these extra lights are no longer necessary, even when sewing in the middle of the night! - Cons - * It's several inches larger than my old machine, so the fancy sewing machine cover I made for the Singer Stylist doesn't fit. Sure, it comes with a cover, but it's cheap vinyl and it has a hole in the top for the handle, so dust will still get in! I made a new custom cover for this machine and you'll want to do the same. * It's also several pounds heavier than my old machine. And it has rubber grips on the bottom, which means you can't easily slide it out of the way when you're done sewing. Instead, you have to pick it up by the handle and lift it. A minor inconvenience, but worth noting---you might not want this sewing machine if you'll be lugging it to and from sewing classes! * Not really a flaw, per se, but the bobbins are class #15. I didn't realize the Quantum Stylist used a different bobbin than my Singer Stylist, so when I first tried it, I grabbed a bobbin from my old machine and started sewing. At once, the thread snarled and looped, as if the tension was off. I was this close to sending it back to Amazon, thinking there was a problem with the auto tension, but I happened to compare my bobbins with the bobbins it came with and realized they were slightly different (class #15 vs class #15J). This was disappointing, because I now have three dozen already-wound bobbins that I can't use. This isn't Singer's fault, but it is something to be aware of. * The monogram alphabets are pretty lousy. I found them awkward and clumsy-looking! Fortunately, I have very little use for embroidered lettering, so this wasn't a deal-breaker for me. * The auto-threader doesn't work with #9 needles or smaller, only with #11 or larger. If you try to auto-thread a #9 needle, the hook will get stuck in the eye of the needle. If you're not extremely careful, you'll break the tip of the needle off while trying to free the hook. This is a disappointment, because I often sew with lightweight fabrics like voile and batiste, which call for a #9 needle. I have to thread it manually, which is annoying. (How spoiled I am by the auto-threader!) In conclusion, I am very pleased with this sewing machine. I had some trepidation about ordering such an expensive machine online, but it's well worth it. The stitches look beautiful, especially all the decorative stitches. I love the computerized controls, which let you change the length, width, tension, and so forth. It's easy to use and sews like a dream! Note, however, that this isn't really an entry-level sewing machine. It's easy enough for beginners to use---I let one of my students try it for her first two classes, before she bought her own machine, and she didn't have any trouble figuring it out. However, it has a lot of features that beginners don't really need. If you're new to sewing, I'd recommend a less-expensive sewing machine, like the SINGER Stylist , at least until you reach the point where you feel ready for an upgrade. I'll deduct half a star for the flaws mentioned above, but otherwise, it's a wonderful sewing machine! Highly recommended for intermediate and advanced sewers, or anyone looking to upgrade their sewing machine.

Don't be fooled by the quality of your grandmother's Singer machine and expect the same quality today. This machine is junk! If zero stars were a possible rating, that's what I would give it. Spend your money elsewhere. You will be far happier with your choice. The warranty on this machine will only cover you for a year, but be prepared to cover the shipping charges both ways to wherever you're directed to send it, if you're not lucky enough to have a Singer repair center local to you. Singer knows their machine is crap, that's why the short warranty. After not quite four years of ownership, the machine we purchased is headed for the dumpster. It's not worth the shipping charges back and forth to Singer to have it repaired...again, let alone whatever it would cost for the repairs. We were quoted an exorbitant amount from a reputable repair facility, but they were unable to repair because the parts needed were proprietary. Don't waste your money!

I was skeptical about buying a Singer because everyone I have talked to in the past 5 or so years who sees often has said the quality isn't what it used to be. I had a Brother for the past 15 or so years that has been wonderful. The tension just went out on it and I don't do tension very well so I decided to look for something new. I wanted embroidery and sewing but I couldn't find a reasonable priced machine that had auto tension and auto threading too so I looked at what mattered most. The auto tension won. I wouldn't call this auto threading at all. It does the tension well. It sees smoothly. The feet change easily unless you put in something like a walker foot. I ended up having to take the walker foot out and put back in the original foot because the needle hit the metal. The attachment piece is very hard to fit in. It took a few minutes where it normally should take a few seconds to line up and screw in. I can see why there was a bunch of grease from the factory there. The number of original stitches is a little over 600. The rest are modifications of them like turning a stitch backwards. The fonts are nowhere near embroidery quality. I would not use them for display purposes. If you are considering this machine for the letters, try one out first and see for yourself. This machine rips thread quite a bit. The look on the fabric is good but it pulls all at once on the bobbin and rips it. It did this 3 times when writing my daughter's name 3 separate times. I felt the tension toward the fabric and there wasn't a problem there, just on the other end. I miss my Brother. It had a great drop in loading system for the thread and it was hassle free but those machines aren't as cheap as they were when I bought it many years ago. I could manually turn the needle whenever I wanted too without having to worry about throwing off the tension. I will learn to adjust to this new sewing machine. It has some nice stitches and it sews beautifully but I still like my $200 Brother over this one. I got the 9985 Singer. If I had to do it again, I would probably choose this over the other machines out there for the money.

This sewing machine has worked out very well! Love it! It

L'adoro! È molto semplice e robusta. Qualità prezzo ottimo. Ho fatto tanti lavoretti anche su tessuti grossi. La ricomprerei.

Muy bonita y funcional, le pondría menos 1 en carcasa de plástico y otro en el botón de cortar y medio en el ensartador, no es tan sencillo igual me hace falta más práctica... pero de ahí en fuera es una super maquina, me encantó

I love this sewing machine. I love that you don't need to use the petal either. All the different styles of patterns u can do is fabulous..The only down side is the writing part it's hard to keep the lettering straight When u first start out but I have learn how to hold it to make it Sami straight.lol

Die Nähmaschine ist absolut TOP. Schade nur, das keine deutsche Anleitung dabei ist. Diese wurde aber von Singer auf Anfrage sofort per EMail gesendet. Bin total begeisert.

He esperado unos días para poder usarla varias veces antes de dar mi opinión pero es la mejor maquina de coser que he usado, cose de maravilla, es bastante silenciosa, es muy fácil de usar y en su pantalla táctil tienes pequeña explicaciones para poner la canilla, el carrete superior, etc, casi 1000 puntadas, y ademas cuando seleccionas 1 te sale una imagen de como cambia la puntada si varias el largo o el ancho de puntada y que prensatelas debes poner. Por poner una pega el precio es elevado pero reconozco que vale la pena pagarlo por este producto y la estética un puntazo es preciosa.