Even so, all of these machines are built to different specifications, Abraham says. His store sells Brother, Janome and Pfaff, a German product. Abraham cautions people against buying machines sold in discount stores, special liquidation offers, online or by mail order. There are three basic types of machines. Mechanical ones have all-rotary parts.
Electronic models add some circuitry to mechanical components.
Computerized machines add programming and memory to coordinate and expand performance. Electronic models have mechanical components with some circuits added. Avid sewers appreciate features like automatic speed control or the ability to choose whether the needle stops in an up or down position. Electronic machines carry hundreds of stitches, basic embroidery capability for letters, numbers and small motifs, several decorative buttonholes and memory for recalling sequences of stitches. You can make and store custom settings, and the machines have interactive touch screens with directions and menus.