| Millions of people find that mini sewing machines are an | | | | optional, because most minis are small enough to stow |
| everyday lifesaver. Whether you spend most of your | | | | away in a drawer. This makes them perfect for a |
| time at home, in the office, attending classes, or on the | | | | dorm room or office. |
| road, one of these miniature machines could be | | | | 4. Minis are super portable. |
| invaluable. Here are five reasons why: | | | | Even the largest mini-machines weigh in at less than |
| 1. No matter how crowded your space, you have | | | | five pounds, which makes moving them a breeze. The |
| room for a mini. Minis are the smallest of all sewing | | | | smallest minis can easily be tucked into a suitcase, |
| machines. They are feather weight - usually only a | | | | briefcase, or backpack. |
| pound or two at most - and have an extremely | | | | 5. Minis are versatile and efficient |
| compact footprint that makes them usable in even the | | | | The whole idea behind mini machines is to make |
| most cramped conditions. | | | | sewing fast, simple, and convenient. While they don't |
| If you have a space you can dedicate full-time to | | | | include all the features of full-sized machines, they |
| sewing and crafts, congratulations - you're one of the | | | | definitely offer surprising versatility and efficiency in a |
| lucky few. But if you have to turn your desk, table, or | | | | tiny package. |
| nightstand into a temporary workspace, then a mini | | | | Tabletop minis, very small versions of standard sewing |
| machine could be the answer. | | | | machines with limited features, offer the most options. |
| 2. Minis can be used almost anywhere ... no power | | | | Many tabletop mini models include variable speeds and |
| outlet required. | | | | adjustable stitch length, foot pedal power control, and |
| Many manufacturers offer cordless minis, and several | | | | other "big machine" features. Tabletop minis may be |
| models give you the option of AC or battery power. | | | | cordless or AC powered, and several offer the option |
| This means you can use them just about anywhere - | | | | for either. |
| when you're camping, when you're traveling, or even in | | | | Handheld minis are definitely limited in features and |
| your car. | | | | capabilities, but they're designed to do one thing - |
| 3. Storage space limited? No problem with a mini! | | | | straight stitching for quick craft projects and |
| If you have even a few inches of self space, you can | | | | emergency repairs - and do it well. Most are cordless, |
| store a mini machine. But shelf space is actually | | | | but some models can also operate on AC. |