The Singer ME457 Elite Sewing Machine features a user-friendly design with a built-in needle threader a heavy-duty metal frame a free arm a one-step buttonhole and more! By sewing at up to 1100 stitches per minute create clean and professional-style stitches. Create unique costumes outfits home decor and more! With its steady frame and lightweight style the Singer ME457 is the perfect machine ideal for users of all skill levels whether heavy-duty material or delicate fabrics. The Singer ME457 Elite has 25 built-in stitches including decorative basting ric rac and more! To add a personal touch to crafts try combing various stitches. This machine has an adjustable stitch width and length with several different needle positions. With the one-step buttonhole feature you can add buttonholes to pants shirts jackets and more. Top Drop-in Bobbin Most basic machines feature a front-loading bobbin which can be tricky to install. The Singer ME457 features an easy-to-access top drop-in bobbin; just drop your bobbin in and go! After winding the bobbin run the thread through the groove and the machine will do the rest. The bobbin and bobbin cover are transparent allowing you to consistently see the remaining thread so you never run out in the middle of your project. Drop Feed Capable Use the drop feed feature behind the free arm for free motion quilting and button sewing. You control the fabric s direction while sewing by dropping the feed dogs. LED Lighting Singer has incorporated bright LED lights into this model. Never struggle to see your stitches with the bright long-lasting LED lighting just above the needle on the ME457. The vivid white light illuminates your work area helping you always obtain perfectly stitched work. The LED light brightens the needle for better material handling and helps to reduce eye strain. This light will not heat up even during extended use. Extra High Presser Foot Lifter The presser foot lifter allows it to be raised and lowered above its usual position for simple presser foot removal accommodating multiple layers of fabric or heavy fabrics that are difficult for household sewing machines to handle. Built-in Thread Cutter The Singer SE9180 conveniently has a built-in needle threader. A built-in thread cutter is conveniently located directly above the machine needle. The thread cutter has a button to press making thread cutting more hassle-free. After sewing push the button let the machine work its magic and you are done. Never have to worry about drawing up the bobbin thread to start sewing again. Adjustable Stitch Length and Width Easily select your stitch length (0.5-4mm) and width (0-6mm) with the dials on the front of the machine. Select the style of stitch desired then modify the stitch width and customize the length by raising or lowering the distance between each stitch. This machine sews at a speed of up to 1100 stitches per minute. This is useful for different methods such as basting applique and more! Free Arm Access the free arm by removing the accessory tray. This narrow arm is the perfect size to fit sleeves and pant legs over for hemming. This removable compartment doubles as an accessory tray. Included Accessories All Purpose Foot Zipper Foot Buttonhole Foot Blindhem Foot Satin Stitch Foot 3-Pack of Singer Needles and other essential accessories. 25-Year Limited Warranty The Singer ME457 comes with a factory warranty which gives you the ultimate piece of mind with your purchase. Your machine will be covered for 25 years to be free of defects in product casting due to imperfections in workmanship and materials. 90 days covers your machine from defective mechanical parts due to imperfections in workmanship and materials excluding normally expendable parts. 2 years covers your machine from defects in the electrical equipment. Key Features One-Step