| Mini sewing machines are a perfect example of the | | | | quick mending and make repairs on the fly, you may |
| old saying, "good things come in small packages." | | | | want to consider the super-lightweight hand held |
| Super-compact and ultra-lightweight, these little | | | | models that can be tucked into a drawer and used |
| powerhouses are small enough to fit easily into a | | | | with no set-up. |
| crowded kitchen, craft area, or dorm room, and the | | | | - If you need simple sewing capability for craft |
| smallest models can even be packed in a suitcase or | | | | projects, a hand-held may do the job. But if you want |
| stowed in a desk drawer. They come in a wide | | | | a little more versatility and power for your craft |
| variety of styles and sizes, and they're versatile | | | | projects, look for tabletop mini models. They offer |
| enough to suit beginners and expert sewers alike. | | | | more options than hand-held units, but they still have a |
| One of the most attractive things about these small | | | | super-small footprint. Tabletop minis can be stowed on |
| machines is the tiny price tag. Most mini sewing | | | | a shelf or out-of-the-way corner, and their super light |
| machines are very affordable, coming in at a fraction | | | | weight makes them extremely portable. |
| of the price of a full-size machine. | | | | - If you're in the market for a very basic machine for a |
| Mini sewing machines are available in many types, | | | | beginning sewer, a mini machine may not be your best |
| ranging from super-simple hand-held models for basic | | | | option. These little units perform admirably, but they're |
| craft and mending chores to scaled-down versions of | | | | pretty task-specific. If you're introducing a child |
| standard machines. Minis are available in both electric | | | | between eight and 12 to sewing you might want to |
| and cordless styles. | | | | consider a machine made specifically for kids rather |
| What to look for in a mini machine | | | | than a standard mini. And if you're looking for a very |
| The key to getting the right mini sewer is to match the | | | | basic machine for a beginning sewer who is over 12, a |
| machine to the tasks you need to perform. | | | | compact machine could be a better choice. |
| - If you're looking for a fast, convenient way to do | | | | |