Brother PE770 Computerized Embroidery Machine with 5 x 7 Hoop Size

This is a great machine, I had the se400 first and this is the next step up machine. It has a 5x7 embroidery area which I love. You can get the additional set of 4 hoops through Amazon the cheapest. This machine is the same price on Amazon but the difference is that you can purchase the 3 year warranty through Walmart. Trust me, you want the warranty. My last Brother machine only lasted one year. I do use my machine a lot but if anything goes wrong in the next 3 years it's comforting knowing that it will all be fixed/replaced. This a great beginner/intermediate machine. Definitely a good buy. I have researched tons of machine and for under $1000 this is the best one in my opinion.

I was intimidated by all the technology associated with the PE770, and thought I would need my daughter's help to get started, but was I ever wrong!!! The guide is well illustrated & simply stated for the first-time user. I did watch a couple of videos of someone using their PE770 & that was a plus, but the guide provided with the machine would have been enough. I practiced with it a little bit on different fabrics then I placed a monogram on a baby quilt, that I had made for a gift, the very next day. I was nervous that I might mess up on the real thing, but I was so proud at what a super job I did. I was happy to take credit for the job well done!! I've tried several more patterns this week, even using the USB. Can't wait to learn how to do appliques! 'Cause hey, I got this!!! Awesome value for the price.

I have never sewed or done anything with a machine before in my life. I recently had a baby girl and seeing all the cute appliqued and embroidered clothing for so expensive made me want to get a machine and try to make some things myself. I have played around on it quite a bit so far and love how easy it is. The only negative thing is they don't tell you that you have to get a brother brand usb card to import images. I tried other brands of usb cards and none worked.

I had the machine up and running within 30-minutes! It is SO easy to use! The machine basically works itself. Easy threading - in fact - has an automatic threader which is a plus for me! I love the fact that I can download a design onto my USB Drive and pop it in the machine. I don't have to have a computer right next to it which is great! Hooping definitely takes practice - and I did end up purchasing a smaller 4x4 hoop just for smaller areas/items that I wanted to embroider such as collars, cuffs, ribbons, etc. The machine comes with the 5x7 hoop and I think it is the perfect size for just about anything! I even monogrammed a duffle bag! I did buy Sulky Embroidery Thread because I had read it was the best. I have not experienced any breaks or problems with the thread so far. It looks really nice too even though it is a little more expensive. I am still learning about stabilizers but I did purchase a light weight cut away, a medium weight cut away, and a water soluble stabilizer just to experiment The only thing I would add - is at least a software program to create monograms and edit designs. Yes, there are software programs out there but as a newbie, it has been overwhelming trying all the demos and then trying to decide. Plus they are ALL expensive! I feel that Brother could at least offer one with this machine - it doesn't have to be a Professional software - just one that would allow the creating and editing. I am a mother of 3 and I am a beginner -- this is my first embroidery machine and I did alot of research before deciding on this one.

It is super easy to thread and the touch screen guides you through all the design set up. I've been wanting a machine with a bigger design area. I have a 4x4 Brother but this one is a 5x7 and I'm surprised at how much difference that makes! Great machine!