# Beginners sewing machine choice

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**Created:** [23 October 2025 14:13 UTC](https://discourse.southlondonmakerspace.org/t/beginners-sewing-machine-choice/44958 "2025-10-23T14:13:34Z")\
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I would recommend going for one of the [Singer Machines](https://discourse.southlondonmakerspace.org/t/singer-heavy-duty-4411/38365). They’re pretty straightforward and if anything isn’t clear there are good tutorial videos on the Tools page (see link above).

The overlockers give a very professional finish but can be a little overwhelming to get set up and can be a bit less forgiving in their operation. Probably overkill for a costume.

I hope your costume making goes well and if you’d like to post pictures when you’re done it’s always nice to se what others are making. 👻🎃 Happy halloween!

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