Brother AE1700 Stitch Sewing Machine.
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About this product
Including a wide range of stitches, this traditional metal chassis sewing machine is ideal for dressmaking and home furnishing. Featuring a drop-in bobbin for easy positioning, and a reverse lever to reinforce stitching, this is the perfect choice for beginners.
Model number AE1700ZU1.
- 17 built-in stitches.
- Motorised 51 watts.
- 2 needle positions.
- 4-step buttonhole.
- Bobbin type: drop-in.
- Twin needle capability.
- Stitch pattern indicator.
- Accessories included: Zigzag foot, buttonhole foot, zipper foot, button sewing foot, darning plate, Needle Set, Bobbins X4 one in machine oval screw driver, and foot controller.
- Weight 6.65kg.
- Size H37, W44.5, D19.4cm.
- Manufacturer's 3 year guarantee.
- EAN: 4977766706100.
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Customers Say
The Brother AE1700 sewing machine receives high praise for its ease of use, versatility, and stitch quality. It's ideal for beginners and offers great value, though some users noted issues with plastic components.
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Straightforward
Looks really good,easy to use and durable
Lindamj
Excellent sewing machine
I’m really pleased with my new Brother AE1700. It’s easy to use, runs smoothly and gives lovely, neat stitches. It feels sturdy but lightweight, and it handles different fabrics without any issues. Threading and changing stitches is straightforward, which makes sewing much more enjoyable and stress-free. A great machine for beginners or anyone wanting something reliable and simple to use. Highly recommend! ✂️
OscarLuka, 45 - 54
A well made machine with a good reputation.
Bought this for our granddaughter who lives it and is powering her wy through the manual. She loves it
Grandad1956, 65 or over
Well worth the money
Great value, easy to use and very good quality
Baldy57
Great machine
Bought this as my old one stopped working. So easy to use and perfect stitching.
Apples, 55 - 64
Great machine
Been using for a month now. It’s a great machine. Nice and simple to use. Haven’t had to use the manual as of yet. Really pleased. Lots of options for sizes of stitches.
Adele, 35 - 44
Looks very smart
I bought my sowing machine a cupel of weeks ago I have been on it every chance I get I love it the sticking is so nice and a over lock tip stitch is very good too I don’t believe it for the money bought it on Argos website so easy thanks Argos
Buddy, 65 or over
Great features
Replaced an old singer with this machine, very good value, sews well on lots of different materials including denim
Ds, 65 or over, Gtr manchester
Excellent in features.
I bought Brother Sewing Machine AE1700 last month. It’s running smoothly. A best sewing machine for domestic use. Worthy for value. Will recommend to family and friends.
Brother AE1700, 35 - 44, Lozells, Birmingham, England,
sewing machine
used ones it broke 4 needles wasent happy so boxed it back up
lynda, 65 or over, rinsworth rotherham
Hello There.
After checking with our supplier, they have advised for Brother AE1700 Stitch Sewing Machine.
We would recommend the brands Gutermann and Mettler.
The type of thread, ie. cotton or polyester depends on the material that you are sewing on.
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Hello Sarah,
I can advise the Brother AE1700 Stitch Sewing Machine can be used with denim.
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Hello Jaqueline,
After checking with our supplier, they have advised for the Brother AE1700 Stitch Sewing Machine: This machine is a relatively light weight project machine not really suitable for sewing leather the likes of which would be used to make handbags.
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Hello Saucy susan.
After checking with our supplier, they have advised for Brother AE1700 Stitch Sewing Machine.
The AE1700 is not “self-threading”.
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Hello May,
Brother AE1700 Stitch Sewing Machine
Free motion embroidery is possible on this machine.
You will need the optional Free motion embroidery foot F005N (XC1948052) together with the darning plate included with the machine. After fitting both the foot and darning plate to the machine, select a straight stitch.
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Hello Emma,
The Brother AE1700 Stitch Sewing Machine includes an instruction guide & instructional DVD.
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Hello MS,
I can advise the following for the Brother AE1700 Stitch Sewing Machine.:
This is side threading.
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Hello Mo,
The Brother AE1700 Stitch Sewing Machine does not have a self threading function.
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Hello paddlekat,
The Brother AE1700 Stitch Sewing Machine does come with a paper manual.
Full instructions and components can be viewed in the "View document (PDF)" towards the bottom of the about this product section.
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Hello Adham,
The Brother AE1700 is a basic mechanical sewing machine designed for general home sewing tasks, but it can be used on Spandex and other stretch fabrics.
You can use the Brother AE1700 to make basic gymnastics garments, especially for practice or beginner-level costumes. However, for professional-quality leotards or performance wear, an over locker or a machine with more advanced stretch features would be better.
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