Brother FS40 40-Stitch Electronic Sewing Machine with Instructional DVD
Brother FS40 Sewing Machine
40 stitch electronic sewing machine.
An Electronic Sewing Machine perfect for basic alterations and home sewing projects
The Brother FS40 is an electronic sewing machine featuring 40 stitches, perfect for dress making, home furnishings and more professional items. It’s suitable for the advanced sewer, but also if you’re new to sewing and want a feature packed machine. The Start/ Stop button and slide speed control enable you to control the machine with your hands and without the included foot control. It has a drop in bobbin and an automatic bobbin winder, so you no longer need to wind your bobbins manually. The 5 x 1 step button holes allow you to sew perfect button holes of different sizes. Automatic stitch selection and stitch length and width control make the machine even easier to use. An LED light means that you never need to replace it, and your threads are not discoloured by the yellow sheen of a traditional bulb.
40 easily selected stitches
The FS40 has 40 stitches that vary from straight and zigzag utility stitches, to decorative.
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Electronic Display with Stitch SelectionThe LCD display shows the foot type needed for each stitch. The easily edited stitch length and width is controlled by 4 easy buttons. | Electronic Start/ Stop and Speed ControlThe electronic Start/ Stop button and speed control means you no longer need to use the included foot control. Instead just control the machine with your hands. The speed control can also be used as a speed limiter. | Drop in BobbinThe Quick Set Drop in Bobbin ensures no thread jams. | Drop Feed SystemThe integrated drop feed system enables free motion embroidery and quilting (separate purchase of free motion foot necessary). |
| Weight: | 8.49 g |
| Dimensions: | 39 x 17 x 29 cm; 8.5 Grams |
| Brand: | Brother |
| Model: | FS40SZU1 |
Good machine even though not the most powerful
My wife wanted a new machine to replace a vintage hand-operated model she has, and this electric machine has been a revelation.
She particularly likes the 40 stitch types, along with the seperate speed settings. She is re-learning some old skills and finds the push button settings a useful feature, and has even tried over-locking for the first time.
Set up is reasonable, but perhaps in hindsight an automatic needle threader would have been a bonus. This machine does not have such a feature, but once you have carried out the set up a few times it soon becomes easier.
The machine is not noisy in operation, and my wife finds that she is becoming much more confident even though she has so far only done a couple of projects. She finds the machine is quite intuitive now.
This is a good machine, and despite having only a 40w motor it has coped with the materials she has so far used – even a heavy pair of denim jeans giving no trouble at all.
You get a few different feet, needles and bobbins, along with a basic tool. The instruction pamphlet is reasonably clear, but care is required to begin with while reading it (some instructions relate to models with auto threading and so on and we found it easy to initially get side tracked).
Certainly, we think this is a nice machine that is very suitable for a beginner, and copes well with more general duties as long as the materials used are not too heavy.
Beautiful machine!
I am so so happy with this purchase. I have only used the starter sewing machines like the LS14s version and others of similar caliber.
This machine blows them out of the park.
Quiet, easy to feed materials through, you can change the size of the thread at the click of a button down to the exact decimal you need it to be for each project.
It goes at a snails pace if needed which is perfect for beginners, and you can bump it with a sliding bar, if you want it fast, it goes incredibly fast.
I’ve loved using it. Best of all though, it has a knit stitch, and can be used by just dropping your bobbin in, you don’t have to spend time digging out the thread with the needle!
Good products.
Easy to maneuver.Light weights .Verity program which easy to set up .
I love this sewing machine!
This is my first sewing machine. I came to sewing with no previous experience at the age of 62, having been inspired by The Great British Sewing Be. A bit of research helped me establish that I wanted a machine that wasn’t over complicated, but that had enough modern features to make doing a decent job easier. This one clearly had all I would need as my sewing improved, without overwhelming me in the early stages. I have now been using it regularly for a couple of months and I love it! It’s lightweight, easy to use and does everything I need it to do, now and in the future. Highly recommended!
Great starter machine
It’s years since my wife used a sewing machine. She has found it easy to get back into and the on line tutorials are informative and helpful. Very pleased with the purchase.
A pleasure to play with
It’s excellent so far .. but need to experiment more. My last sewing machine was a top of the range Singer but unused for 20 years. I found this Brother easy to set up except for getting the upper thread round the hook. Hoping I just need more practice!
A great and easy to use machine that does so much
I love my new sewing machine. It has some great features and stitches that I use all the time. So glad I bought it as I have not stopped using it since I got it. Highly recommended.
My Best Buy
This lightweight fully automatic sewing machine is my Best Buy. Sews at a touch of a button, has 3 sewing speeds, auto threads needle also has a foot control but I’ve not had to use it as I quiet like just touching the button to start sewing. It’s great for beginners and anyone who struggles with leg cramps as there is no need to use the foot control.
Good value for money
I bought this to replace my old workhorse Janome which had worn out. It is quieter and lighter but the stitching is not as good. I use the herringbone stitch to applique Harris Tweed and it doesn’t give such a good, pleasing to the eye result. I think it would be perfect for ordinary dressmaking, and has some nice embroidery stitches, but I’m not sure it will cope for as long as my old machine did before it ‘unravels’! But, overall, value for money.
Fantastic machine
My previous machine died on me so bought this. Tried not using the foot pedal which at first was weird but now I love it! Love that I can change the speed so easily.
Its so easy to use.
The overlock stitch works well too. Absolutely love it and for the price, a great sewing machine for beginners+ I’ve only took up sewing last year, so fairly new to sewing and I’ve made lots of garments using this already. The buttonhole is really easy and button foot took a little getting used to but easy once I sorted how to move the needle position with digital buttons rather than a manual slider. I’d have no hesitation in recommending this. Great little machine. Oh and really lightweight too.
Fantastic machine
My previous machine died on me so bought this. Tried not using the foot pedal which at first was weird but now I love it! Love that I can change the speed so easily.
Its so easy to use.
The overlock stitch works well too. Absolutely love it and for the price, a great sewing machine for beginners+ I’ve only took up sewing last year, so fairly new to sewing and I’ve made lots of garments using this already. The buttonhole is really easy and button foot took a little getting used to but easy once I sorted how to move the needle position with digital buttons rather than a manual slider. I’d have no hesitation in recommending this. Great little machine. Oh and really lightweight too.
Great machine
Such a great machine, really easy to use and set up, lots of different settings. Would recommend for any level or experience of sewer.
good machine for everyday domestic use
So far so good. I haven’t been using it as much as I like. The machine is perfect for my need but the cover is a really flimsy plastic which didn’t last long.
Utilise par ma fille qui avait l’habitude de ma propre machine (galement une Brother, mais plus haut de gamme) et qui l’a trouve trs bien, facile d’utilisation sauf peut-tre l’enfile-aiguille qui n’est “vident”. Pour le reste les fonctionnalits sont les mmes que sur mon autre machine, donc trs bien. Les indications guides (changements de pied en fonction des points de couture) sont apprciables.
Fantastic machine
I bought this for my 16 year old daughter who is taking A level textiles and product design. It’s a fantastic machine with a choice of different stitches (which worked well for her embroidery). I’d say it’s just right for a beginner/intermediate user. Highly recommended.
Good quality
For a complete beginner this machine is so easy to get used to. I love it! Quality is amazing, happy with purchase! Well worth the money.
Easy to use
Great product, easy to use
all over recommended to everyone starting from beginner to even professionals
Lightweight yet sturdy easy to use machine
Love this machine! I’ve had it for 3 weeks now and been busy putting it through it’s paces and it has passed with flying colours. Made a sampler with all the different stitches on, tried all the different types of pressure feet, sewn thin stretchy fabric and even upholstery material. Sewed 2 sizes of buttons on, made a button hole and done a blind hem. It’s so easy to use while having everything most people would want. Ideal for both beginners and more practiced sewers. The manual is excellent and if you follow the instructions you should have no problems. Make sure you use the correct size of needle for the fabric and good quality thread, I always use gutermann all purpose thread. So glad I bought this lovely machine.
Solid piece of kit that confident beginner can also use
Bought for a child for their online sewing class. It’s been easy to use so perfect for (confident) beginner – in particular as it has the all important speed control in addition to the foot pedal. I can’t sew so put aside 30 mins to put together – inevitably threading the bobbin and needle is a bit fiddly but fine when using the instructions which I used alongside a YouTube video too. It looks good, easy to use and we are pleased with it.
I love this machine! As a beginner the speed control was so beneficial. I have made bags with vinyl, cork, fusible fleece, etc and have managed with the majority of them comfortably however, as I am becoming more adventurous and experimental, I realise that I may have to upgrade at some point to something that can cope with ever increasing layers (I think bag making is going to be my thing, lol). Saying that, I am in no rush to upgrade. This is a brilliant machine and I have not once regretted buying i
Potencia y rapidez
Vengo de una Alfa next 20 (entrada de gama) y esta mquina es otro nivel. Estoy muy satisfecho
Does what it says
I bought this to replace an old Toyota one, it’s amazing how much better it is. I haven’t been able to use it as much as I’d like as patterns and materials are in short supply
Good, but be careful about what cotton you use
Nice machine but struggled with it to begin with. Turns out it does not like cheap cotton that they show with it as an add on. Using Gutermann thread now and works fine.
I love this machine!
I started sewing with a Brother XN1700 in April 2020 – I developed a problem with my wrists soon after discovering my love for sewing. I was lucky enough to get this machine for Christmas – a computerised machine means I don’t have to turn knobs constantly. It’s fairly easy to understand – but it helps I have some knowledge of using a machine. The speed settings are really useful to help improve my stitching. It’s lightweight and comes with some great accessories. I absolutely love this machine and highly recommend to any sewer whatever your ability
I love this machine!
I started sewing with a Brother XN1700 in April 2020 – I developed a problem with my wrists soon after discovering my love for sewing. I was lucky enough to get this machine for Christmas – a computerised machine means I don’t have to turn knobs constantly. It’s fairly easy to understand – but it helps I have some knowledge of using a machine. The speed settings are really useful to help improve my stitching. It’s lightweight and comes with some great accessories. I absolutely love this machine and highly recommend to any sewer whatever your ability
Bella macchina, garantita 5 anni
Buona sera! Avevo tanto bisogno di una macchina da cucire con un buon rapporto qualit/prezzo e ho trovato questa FS 40 ad un prezzo, secondo le mie ricerche, ottimo! In passato avevo una Bernette con pi o meno stesse caratteristiche tecniche quindi mi limiter a recensire venditore, prodotto, disponibilit del venditore. Ordinata il 15 Dicembre pomeriggio, arrivata il 17 in primo pomeriggio. Tutto perfetto, venditore molto disponibile per i chiarimenti, mi rispondeva alle domande via mail. Gentilissimi! Velocissimi! Il pacco si presenta come nelle foto. L’unica cosa che non mi piace quando mi arrivano prodotti senza un ulteriore imballo, di solito tengo le scatole per i spostamenti (miglior modo di spostarsi con le cose, imballi originali) per la scatola e comunque perfetta, intatta! E una cosa mia personale, nulla da dire al venditore che mi e subito piaciuto. Dentro c’ la macchina ben imballata con tutti li accessori, manuali pi lingue anche l’italiano CD cavi pedaliera scontrino ecc. Vedi foto. Non l’ho ancora provata ma penso che sar bello usarla, non vedo l’ora! Ne ho gi avuta una simile, so cosa aspettarmi. Nel caso aggiorno! Per concludere, ottima esperienza, ottimo venditore, consiglio al 100%. Ah dimenticavo: 5 anni di garanzia firmato sulla fattura cosa molto importante. Grazie di tutto Cecilia Cardano! Buone Feste!
Easy to use
This machine is a little gem. Very easy to use. I wanted something to replace an old singer future 2010 which I loved but difficult to fix. This is excellent for the price. I got it reduced at 180 and it was definitely worth it.
Brillia
I bought this as a replacement to my Brother FS100, as I didn’t want to spend as much for 100 stitches, when I only need a lot fewer stitches. The Brother FS40 has all of the essential stitches, and is brilliant for my clothes-making endeavours.
machine
Great machine would recomend it . Being a machinest buy trade its got to be good as used to industrial machines . Great buy
Excellent machine
Excellent machine easy to use great value loads of beautiful stitches to choose from.
Great machine
Love my machine. Not a total beginner nor proficient by any means but love learning all the features. My old machine weighed so much it was a real chore just to lift onto the table
Loving my new Brother FS40 sewing machine
I absolutely love my new sewing machine. It’s over 20 years since I’ve done any serious sewing and I’m very happy with my new computerised Brother FS40. Very easy to use.
Love i
I’m a beginner & was looking for a hobby during lockdown.
Have used for 3 projects now and have found it easy to use and very quiet.
I haven’t used full range of stitches but looking forward to experimenting
i love this machine i previously had a singer embroidery machine and it was a complete pain, i like this machine so much more. it works like a dream and is easy to use. it is extremely easy to re-thread as well, its like one smooth action. one problem i have found though is that the needle bolt sticks out far (like over an inch) and it has hit my finger and tore through it, i am wondering it it can be cut down smaller. if you get one make sure you remember and that you are aware of it.
i love this machine i previously had a singer embroidery machine and it was a complete pain, i like this machine so much more. it works like a dream and is easy to use. it is extremely easy to re-thread as well, its like one smooth action. one problem i have found though is that the needle bolt sticks out far (like over an inch) and it has hit my finger and tore through it, i am wondering it it can be cut down smaller. if you get one make sure you remember and that you are aware of it.
Nice light compact machine
I find it a easy machine to use everything is straight forward so great for beginners and experience sewers
J’ai chang une fermeture claire sur un jean. Je me suis essaye diffrents points de broderie. Je n’avais pas encore la notice car il faut la demander et l’imprimer pour l’avoir en Franais(plus de 100 pages). Sur ma demande le vendeur me l’a envoye par mail ainsi que l a facture. Sinon la machine semble bien fonctionner : on verra l’usage. Par contre elle fait pas mal de bruit.
Wonderful sewing machine even for beginners!
I’m a beginner and found this machine very easy to use. I wanted a machine that would do more complexed things if i needed them in the future. I found the user manual very informative and easy to understand. Highly recommend this machine!!
Fab
Works amazingly. A tad complex for beginners but for a next step up it’s perfect. Everything works smoothly and for a sewing machine it’s pretty light weight and easy to move around
Well worth the money
I haven’t sewn for year. The DVD is excellent it explains all that is needed to start. Machine is very easy to use well pleased with this produc
Covers all sewing abilities
I am teaching my daughter dressmaking, it is perfect, great for me as a knowledgable sewer and perfect for my daughter with easy control and speed settings.
Easy to use
Good instructions that are relatively easy to follow, even for a first time user.
Well built, valued product, easy to get to know lots of tuitio
Just what I expected, yet so much more it’s an excellent product.
Never used a machine like this, last sewing machine was for edging carpet in a church in RAF barracks in Germany.
Maybe I can be of some tiny help in near future producing PPE Masks from home. once I research and get get the best appropriate materials /pattens to hand. More so the necessary ; also the skills required and updated.
Finally thank you to the dedicated work staff and logistics who keep us supplied during this lockdown.
Worth the purchase would recommend.
Well built, valued product, easy to get to know lots of tuitio
Just what I expected, yet so much more it’s an excellent product.
Never used a machine like this, last sewing machine was for edging carpet in a church in RAF barracks in Germany.
Maybe I can be of some tiny help in near future producing PPE Masks from home. once I research and get get the best appropriate materials /pattens to hand. More so the necessary ; also the skills required and updated.
Finally thank you to the dedicated work staff and logistics who keep us supplied during this lockdown.
Worth the purchase would recommend.
Excellent for beginners and beyond
Really excellent, does the job, great for beginners, lightweight, fair price, variety of dressmaking and repairing.
Totally recommended.
I absolutely love this machine! It’s a dream to sew with, I’ve been teaching my daughter to sew alongside learning to quilt and this machine really is so lovely to use. Highly recommended.
Good machine!!!
I liked using the machine and the dvd was really helpful. Great machine for beginners and pros!
Great machine
Great machine, easy to use and I’m so impressed with everything it’s capable of.
One of my better purchases:-)
I am really pleased with my new Brother Fs40 Sewing Machine, it is simple enough for Luddite me but has extra touches that make even me look good!!
A very practical gif
Love my Christmas present from my husband. Still trying to find material to make anything. What can I say about this sewing machine…..it does everything so well
I purchased these for my Textiles class from school budget after very very lengthy research. I needed something cheap-ish that would do free motion embroidery. We switched from older mechanical Janome. The stitches were better with Janome and it was easier to do quick fixes. While this brother does a really good job with what we need it for, if by accident a pupil forgets to get the dog feed back up for normal foot the machine jams up beyond belief. I can cope with them because I know how to fix them, but the whole having to unscrew the top to get to the bobbin case is a faff. We also struggled with metallic threads. It’s not super easy to thread up for a super beginner, but it’s very easy to use.
What I like about them the most and was a must have is the speed control. With a class of 30 it is very important that I don’t have to rely on how heavy footed a child is for safety. Another good point for classroom use is that when they forget to put the presser foot down it gives them an error message instead of stitching and jamming up like old machines do. I am happy with them, but make sure you are confident doing quick fixes if you buy it – the bobbin case can get in to awkward positions after jamming.
Love i
Easy to set up and use. Made me want to start sewing again.
Recommended
My partner who is between novice and expert (her words) loves it.
I like that it isn’t too noisy.
Recommended
Grea
I am no expert with a sewing machine but I found this really easy to use and has been great for the projects I have tried so far. I am really pleased with my purchase
Fantastic smooth machine
This sewing machine is perfect for my dress mak8ng I love the easy selection and how smooth it is running! Best purchase very happy x
Easy, light machine
Great little machine. Light to carry. Good DVD showing how to use it properly. Really pleased with it.
Well worth the price.
Bought for someone else. She is really pleased with it. Lots of features which are simple to use.
Brother FS40 40-Stitch
This is a present for my wife and she is really happy with it. Also this is a 65 stitch version not 40 stitch even though the model number is the same.