What is it?

“The Brother XM2701 sewing machine offers 27 built-in stitches including blind hem, decorative, and quilting stitches with an automatic one-step buttonholer for virtually perfect buttonholes.” Accompanying this machine is a book geared toward beginner sewers to help them get acquainted with the machine and start a project.

Who is it for?

“This Brother machine is perfect for multiple everyday sewing projects. Featuring a full range of user-friendly features and a lightweight design, the Brother XM2701 is perfect for beginners who are learning to sew and more advanced sewers who are looking for versatility.”

What is included?

This kit includes:

• 1 Brother XM2701 Sewing Machine
• 1 set of contents (needle pack, twin needle, screwdriver, extra spool pin, bobbins (3))
• 1 complimentary spool of thread (white)
• 1 AC power cord
• 1 instructional DVD
• 1 copy of Brother operation manual (manufacturer’s booklet)
• 1 copy of First Time Sewing: The Absolute Beginner’s Guide by Editors of Creative Publishing International (2014)

How does it work?

The included instructional DVD and manual should tell you all you need to know to get started. For the official Brother user guide, please click HERE. For a more detailed specification sheet to see if this is the right sewing machine for your project, please click HERE.

What you need

You will need to supply your own thread and bobbins in order to sew with this kit. The previous user might leave some thread in the machine, but we cannot guarantee this every time or if it is the thread you will need for your project.

The Fine Print

• This kit may be borrowed for one week. One renewal is permitted, provided there are no reserves waiting.
• Borrower must be a MVLC library card holder with an account in good standing.
• Must be picked-up and returned to the Ipswich Public Library Circulation Desk.
• The kit will remain on borrower’s account until a staff member is able to check kit condition.
• Fines may be issued for both missing/damaged kit parts or for the loss/damaging of the whole kit. The total replacement cost for this kit is $145.00.