The Bottom Line
Pros
- The curvy little machine is cute for beginners with a Bratz theme.
- Includes bobbins, winding pin, guide, bobbin holder, extra needle, and threader.
Cons
- The tension in this machine isn't good, leaving you with a big tangled mess.
- the machine is difficult to keep threaded.
Description
- The machinery is very poorly made, and sure to frustrate the beginning sewer.
- Girls who are fans of The Bratz may be in for an early lesson about big corporations using characters to peddle bad toys.
- There were improvements & price cuts in these sewing machines. Try the newer 'BRATZ (REAL) Designed Sewing Machine' instead.
Guide Review - BRATZ Designed Sewing Machine
I was strolling through my local K-Mart when I came upon the cute Bratz Designed Sewing Machine. I immediately wanted to snatch it out of the box due to the bubbly opalescent design. It was so cute, I though that if I rubbed it, Hello Kitty would make an appearance right there in the toy aisle.This proves to be the most endearing quality about the so-called real working sewing machine. Threading the machine proved to be a hassle, there simply weren't enough points to keep the thread in line.
Once you start sewing, you are likely to end up with a 'birds nest' of thread gathered on the bottom of your fabric. The stitches on the top of the fabric may look nice and neat, but you need the same consistency on the bottom of the fabric. This is a problem with the tension setting on the bobbin.
With years of sewing know-how, I could eventually manipulate this machine into obeying me, but with constant malfunction sidetracks. Unless you enjoy lots of frustration with your craft, give this one a skip. Beginners, especially, will be very disappointed in this poorly made toy.
