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Brother XL5500 Sewing Machine

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Price: £129.00

Special Price: £99.00

Item# brother-xl5500UPC# 4977766625807
The Brother XL5500 offers all the features you need for garment construction, decorative sewing, craft projects and basic mending. Its the first in the brother range with the strong alloy chassis for tougher sewing tasks. It features stretch stitches, 4 step buttonholes and needle threader.
Brother XL-5500 - A top machine at this price, possibly unbeatable.

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  • Brother XL-5500 - A top machine at this price, possibly unbeatable.
  • Front Loading Spool - Access from front drop down flap for loading the spool
  • After loading the bobbin case. Simply slide the thread along the slot and it will be cut to the correct length. No need to pull the lower thread through to the top.
  • Sleeve Arm - The machine converts from flat bed to free arm by simply removing the extension table.
  • Clip on Feet - 4 Step Buttonholing Easy clip on buttonholing foot. Use the markings to measure your buttonhole exactly
  • Built-in Needle Threader - This feature is a real time saver. Result - a needle threaded in seconds.
  • Accessories are stored in the removable extension table.
  • Stitch selection of the XL5500 Brother
3 Years Full Manufacturers Warranty

Best value Brother Sewing Machine the new XL5500 has more features then more expensive machines, yet not at the expense of quality. This XL 5500 has a choice of stitches to cover your sewing requirements, stretch and buttonholes with free arm, needle threader, and in total 15 stitches. It's strong Aluminium bodied machine suitable for alterations, repairs, dressmaking and home furnishings, at an unique price for this spec machine.

Constructed using a robust Aluminium internal chassis and sturdy outer housing. The powerful motor is ideal for larger projects such as curtains with sewing speeds up to 800 stitches per minute. The integrated sewing light illuminates the sewing area to relieve eye strain.

Simply select the desired stitch with the numbered dial, the stitch width and length are both adjustable for the perfect stitch. The XL5500 comes with so many features that you would only expect to find on more expensive models.

Buttonhole in 4 Simple Steps 
Create perfect buttonholes in 4 simple steps using the automatic buttonhole feature. Use the convenient markings on the presser foot to measure the length perfectly. 

15 Stitch Selections
As well as the regular utility stitches, the XL5500 also has stretch stitches, suitable for modern fabrics. You can even use twin needle (included) to give that professional finish to your projects.

Electronic Foot Control

Allows you to accurately control the sewing speed. Even at low speeds, this new type of foot control generates less heat than conventional resistor type versions improving long term reliability.

Needle Threader
This feature is a real time saver. Engage the needle threader behind the needle and a small hook locates through the eye of the needle. The thread is then taken around the guide and the needle threader released. Result - a needle threaded in seconds.

Automatic Foot Pressure
No need to adjust the foot pressure, its all done automatically. Delicate lightweight fabrics can be sewn avoiding the possibility of marking the fabric. Heavyweight material, no problem, even the presser foot lifter has an extra lift for quilting projects or thicker fabric.

Auto Declutch Bobbin
No need to manually declutch. Simply click the bobbin winder into position and the sewing mechanism is automatically released.

Drop Feed
For those who like to express their creativity with free hand embroidery. Drop the feed dogs leaving you in full control. For freemotion quilting or traditionally for darning.

Free Arm or Flat Bed
Use as conventional flat bed for general sewing tasks or remove the accessory box for free arm sewing, allowing you to easily sew sleeves, trouser legs or any difficult to reach areas. Use the accessory box to keep sewing essentials at hand.

Quick Release Foot Holder
To change the presser foot, lift the lever and the foot will detach. To attach the another foot, line the foot up with the foot holder and lower the presser bar. We offer a wide range of optional accessories for all Brother machines. 

Standard Accessories: 
Zig Zag foot
Auto Buttonhole foot
Zipper foot
Straight stitch foot
Blind stitch foot
Button sewing foot
Seam ripper
Bobbins
Twin needle
Screwdriver
Extra spool pin
Oil
Needle Set
Instruction Book
Electronic Foot Control

Brand Brother
Model XL5500
Type Sewing Machine
Free Gift No
Warranty 3 Years Full Manufacturers Warranty
Weight Kg 9
Dimensions W41 cm x H31 cm
Electronic Foot Speed Control Yes
Bobbin Type Front Loading
View Through Bobbin Cover No
Hard Cover Included No
Auto Thread Tension No
Integrated Needle Threader Yes
Thread Cutter Manual
Stitches 9
Stitch Functions Straight, Zig-Zag, Multi Zigzag, Blind Hem, Stretch Blind Hem, Rolled Hem, Straight Stretch, Overlock Stretch, Ric Rac, Applique, Sew-On Buttons
Buttonhole Type 4 Step
Buttonhole Styles 1
Twin Needle Optional
Max Speed Limiter No
Needle Up/Down Function No
Integrated Dual Feed No
Integrated Drop Feed Yes
Hook Movement Oscillating Action
Needle Positions Left / Centre
Tutorial CD / DVD No
Voltage 220-240 Volts
  1. BASINGSTOKE Review by Carole
    Overall rating

    My first machine, still learning but so far very impressed,thank you for great communication and excellent next day delivery. First class service. (Posted on 7/6/11)

  2. London West Ealing Review by Atta Ur Rahman
    Overall rating

    This is the best machine i have ever owned..! (Posted on 12/29/09)

  3. burnley Review by sharon
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    i have just bought the brother special edition xl 5500 sewing machine , can anyone tell me if the extra accessories such as different feet i can buy. [EDIT] look in our parts section (Posted on 9/19/09)

  4. saltash Review by viv
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    this machine is very good and they included most things such as dust cover, oil etc the instructions are easy to follow and its compact and not to heavy, also auto threader is brilliant. (Posted on 8/23/09)

  5. London East Review by andy
    Overall rating

    The thread cutter after loading the bobbin saves me the hassel of getting the scissors out (Posted on 6/4/09)

  6. Cambridge Review by Anonymous
    Overall rating

    My first sewing machine and perfect. Very easy to understand and use. (Posted on 5/22/09)


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