Singer 1507 Sewing Machine

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81.8 An inexpensive machine that is probably best for beginners, the Singer 1507 gets good grades from consumers for being quite compact and easy to use.   It also comes with 8 built-in stitches, a 4-step automatic buttonhole and a 25 year warranty.  It is a bit short on accessories however, and some owners struggle with the vertical bobbin and the tension settings.  [REF Singer Sewing Machine Reviews]

Consumer Ratings
The Singer 1507 retails on a number of respected sites and owners have provided the following ratings:

The weighted average of all the above ratings provides a score of 81.8 out of a possible 100.  This is about average for most of the Singer machines we have reviewed although some, like the Stylist, score higher (93.1). 

Consumer Insights
Consumer comments also yield insights into common Singer 1507 likes and dislikes.  In general the machine is popular with folks we are looking for a simple and easy-to-use sewing machine.  It is also not too expensive and can often be found for under $100.  There are, however, a number of comments from owners who struggled with getting tension set properly and also several comments regarding the downside of a vertical bobbin and a horizontal thread holder. 

It is something of a “love it or hate it” sewing machine.  It is a clear winner for many owners but others are very frustrated with some of the areas mentioned above.  The common pros and cons – as defined by owners - are provided below:

PROS
- Very quiet
- Not too expensive
- Compact
- Easy to use
- Comes with a light
- Has a canvas cover
- Quite easy to thread
- Instruction manual is easy to understand

CONS
- Bobbin is vertical
- Several folks struggle with getting the tension right
- Not a lot of accessories bundled in
- Horizontal thread holder
- Foot pedal is too sensitive for some owners
- Not really made for heavy fabrics

Key Sewing Machine Features
- 8 stitches (easily selectable)
- adjustable stitch width and length
- 4 step-buttonhole
- 3 different needle positions
- electric speed control
- canvas cover
- carrying handle
- storage drawer
- snap on presser feet
- adjustable presser foot pressure
- free arm
- quilting edge guide
- 120V 10 Watt Light

The 1507 comes with some accessories including a number of feet (zipper, buttonhole, button sewing, general purpose), needles, bobbins, large and small spool caps, oil bottle, seam ripper, lint brush, and screwdriver.  It is a fairly compact machine with dimensions (inches) 15 x 8 x 12 and it weighs in at 17.2 lbs.  The Singer 1507 carries a 25 year warranty.