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Sewing machines

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Published September 2008

JL 125, John Lewis, £99

JL 125, John Lewis, £99

Weight: 7kg
Stitch options: 18, including straight stitching, triple zigzag, shell-tuck and two blind hem stitches
Why buy? A great-value buy, this has all the main features you would expect for semi-professional sewing. It includes handy tools such as a double-lift foot presser for use on thicker fabrics – ideal for heavy-duty curtain fabrics.
Added extra: User-friendly side thread cutter

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