Singer S0100 6-Stitch Electric Serger

This is my first serger, so I don't have anything to compare it to, but the color coded graphs and the online manual make starting easier to figure out

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This is a very nice serger. The first thing I noticed right out of the box is it has a handle on top. Previous sergers I have owned did not have this. It may not sound like a big deal, but for someone like me who works in a small space a carrying handle makes a huge difference when moving things around. The bottom of the machine has feet that form suction cups and hold the machine in place against a table. When I pulled my machine out of the box, it had some oil or grease on the bottom. Not a big deal and easy to clean off. I’m assuming it was probably oiled not long before shipping. My serger came already threaded, so I was able to tie my new thread on easily. The front opening is lighted which is very helpful when threading. I like that you have the option to use 2, 3, or 4 threads and there are various stitch styles and widths depending on your project. Another nice feature is this serger has an extension that comes off, so you have a free arm to sew smaller items and difficult areas like armholes. The accessories (extra needles and screwdriver) were inside the extension when I pulled it off. There are also tweezers located inside the front cover. I started by sewing on some scrap fabric. I did have to adjust the tension a little but once I got the right setting I got a very nice clean edge. My first project was making my own ribbon to put on a birthday present, and it came out very nice! The one issue I do have is the manual doesn’t quite match up with my machine. According to the manual, both the stitch length dial and the differential feed should both be set to “N” for most sewing. “N” is not an option on either of those dials. I’m making note of what the dials were set to out of the box and I’ll probably just experiment on scrap fabric to determine the correct settings for certain stitches/fabrics. Overall, this a great serger and I think I’ll be using it for a long time.

[This review was collected as part of a promotion.] This machine is well built and feels solid. I like the suction cups on the bottom which keeps it secure and steady. It comes partially threaded so all you have to do is tie your spool thread to the existing thread and pull it through. If you have trouble doing that and have to rethread, don't worry, follow the thread map. A quick guide is actually on the inside of the machine front cover and the illustrations are very clear. Just be sure you do it in the order the illustration and manual suggests! One feature I love is it has an interior light so visibility is great for threading. The handwheel is a little tight to manually turn. I tried all the stiches with 4, 3, & 2 threads and left, right needle and both needles. The overlock stitches were all beautiful and perfect and the rolled hem will be especially useful for my hobby. You can also slide off the flat bed extension for free arm stitching. The machine runs a little loud but not overbearing. In my experience, they all run loud. Overall, I think this is a great little machine. A good deal!

Enjoying my new singer - however a catcher would be nice on these machines. The clipping just fall everywhere

I got this yesterday and the accessories aren't there (yes i checked the storage)