Is a compact sewing machine right for you?
The SM-505 is small and light, and made for beginners and more experienced sewers. You pick one of the 12 stitches with the dial. The foot pedal sets how fast you sew, and the bobbin winder winds the thread automatically. The LED light shines on your work, even when the light in the room isn't great.
The machine is meant for hobby projects, repairs and alterations. It works best with light fabrics and smaller garments. You can also stitch on a label in no time.
On its own or with a storage bag?
Either way you get the same sewing machine. The set adds a storage bag with 41 threads, 2 needle sets, scissors, a pincushion, a tape measure, pins, buttons and clips. Handy if you don't have any sewing supplies at home yet: you can start straight away.
Sewing without a socket
The SM-505 runs on the included adapter or on 4 AA batteries. The batteries aren't included. The machine's drawer holds needles and thread, so it's easy to take with you, on holiday for example.
When is a sewing kit enough?
For a loose button or a torn hem you don't always need a machine. The 105-piece sewing kit has 30 thread colours, 30 needles, a needle threader, scissors, a seam ripper, a tape measure, a thimble and buttons. It all comes in a faux leather zip case of about 330 grams that fits in your suitcase or a drawer. Already sewing on a machine? Then the kit is a handy backup. More for around the house is in Home & garden.