Hand-held sewing machines are very popular on TV shopping shows, eBay and Internet malls. It’s tempting to want one for such simple sewing chores as sewing on a button or repairing a few loose inches in a seam. There are very small and inexpensive sewing machines that call themselves “hand-held” because no set up is required. A genuine “hand-held” machine can truly be held in the palm of your hand and is more the size and shape of a very large stapler.
Before spending your money, you need to carefully weigh the pros and cons of such a tool.
Virtues Of The hand-held Sewing Machine:
1. The most obvious virtue is its portability. If you want to sit in the den and watch TV with the family, or sit out on the patio to keep an eye on the kids, the hand-held is perfect. The standard sewing machine cannot be easily transported while a genuine hand-held sewing machine can go anywhere.
2. They need no electricity. If you are camping or vacationing in a hotel, this is clearly a huge plus.
3. The price is extremely modest, especially when contrasted with top-of-the-line specialty sewing machines which can not only cost...