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Brother Sewing and Quilting Machine, PQ1500SL, Up to 1,500 Stitches Per Minute, Wide Table, 7 Included Sewing Feet

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Style: PQ1500SL


Features

  • 1,500 Stitches per minute max sewing speed: Maximum stitching of up to 1,500 stitches per minute allows you to sew and quilt more in less time
  • Advanced needle threading system: This sewing and quilting machine includes an automatic needle threader that perfectly pushes the thread through the needle and a convenient, jam resistant drop-in top bobbin
  • Included accessories: The PQ1500SL longarm sewing and quilting machine comes with a wide table, 7 sewing feet, knee-lifter, instruction manual and more. The removable knee-lifter enables you to lift your presser foot with your knee, leaving both hands free for fabric handling
  • Precision pin feeding system: It's so easy to sew a wide variety of fabric thicknesses thanks to Brother's Pin Feed system for precision fabric feeding
  • At your side support: The PQ1500SL quilting and sewing machine comes with Brother at your side support offering free technical support via online, live chat or phone for the life of your machine
  • This product is intended for sale only in the US at 120 volts, and any other use or sale voids the warranty.

Description

The Brother PQ1500SL quilting and sewing machine is a fantastic machine that belongs in the sewing room of every serious quilter and seamstress. The PQ1500SL is a high-speed straight stitching machine that produces lightning- fast sewing up to 1,500 stitches per minute. It also features a push-button automatic thread trimmer that allows you to save time without compromising the quality of your sewing projects. The inclusion of a built-in needle threader makes threading simple and time-saving.The Brother PQ1500SL quilting and sewing machine also features an adjustable pin feed mechanism that allows you to exchange the use of the feed dogs for a single pin that cleanly extends from beneath the machine. This moves all layers of your quilt together or moves a delicate velvet without leaving feed dog marks in the nap. Four additional feed dog settings allow for maximum fabric control, while a knee lifter and bed extension table are added for quilting.The Brother PQ1500SL also features a full range foot pressure adjustment and an automatic thread cutter with a fast. Needle threader – which is a huge time-saving convenience. This machine is additionally backed by a 25-year limited warranty with support for the life of the product. Stitch Length (mm): 5, Stitch Width (mm): 7, UL/CSA Listed Voltage: 110v, Lighting Type: LED.

Brand: Brother


Color: Wide Table, 7 Included Sewing Feet


Product Dimensions: 7.9"D x 12.6"W x 19.3"H


Product Dimensions: 7.9 x 12.6 x 19.3 inches


Item Weight: 29.8 pounds


Manufacturer: Brother International


Item model number: PQ1500SL


Care instructions: Hand Wash


Assembly required: No


Number of pieces: 1


Batteries required: No


Included Components: Carton Contents Knee lifter, accessory kit with needle packet, ballpoint needle, spool cap, fabric separator, feed pin, feed pin changer, metal bobbins (5), seam guide, cleaning brush, screwdrivers (2), spool cushion, power cord and Operation Manual|USB Cable Not Included|Warranty 2/6/25 Year Premium Limited Warranty


Frequently asked questions

The Brother PQ1500SL is highly versatile and can handle a wide range of fabrics, from lightweight sheers to heavyweight denims. Its adjustable presser foot pressure allows you to sew smoothly on different fabric types without fabric puckering or stretching.

The Brother PQ1500SL boasts a high sewing speed of up to 1,500 stitches per minute. This makes it ideal for larger projects or when you are on a tight deadline, allowing for quick and efficient sewing.

Yes, the Brother PQ1500SL comes equipped with a wide table that provides ample space for larger quilting projects, making it easier to manage your fabric as you sew.

The Brother PQ1500SL includes 7 sewing feet: a general purpose foot, a rolled hem foot, an adjustable zipper foot, an invisible zipper foot, a spring action quilting foot, a walking foot, and a 1/4 inch piecing foot, covering a wide range of sewing needs and techniques.

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The Brother PQ1500SL sewing machine receives high marks from both professional quilters and hobbyists. Designed as a machine that excels in straight stitching, it's celebrated for its speed, power, and simplicity. While not suitable for those seeking a variety of stitch patterns, the PQ1500SL is a powerhouse for quilting, effortlessly handling large projects. Its durability, ease of use, and affordability make it an attractive option, despite some minor drawbacks like the thread cutter and bobbin visibility issues.

Pros

  • 🧵 Exceptionally good for straight stitching and quilting
  • 👍 Comes with several useful feet accessories and an extension table
  • ⚙️ Easy to manage with straightforward adjustments for tension, stitch length, etc.
  • 💪 Holds up well under heavy use; praised for durability
  • 💸 Offers great value for the price

Cons

  • 🔔 No alert for when the bobbin runs short
  • ✂️ Thread cutter can cut threads too short, requiring rethreading
  • 👀 Bobbin case is side loading, making it difficult to monitor the bobbin thread
  • 🛑 Not beginner-friendly due to its semi-industrial nature and lack of a slow speed control

Should I Buy It?

If you're in the market for a reliable, straight stitch machine primarily for quilting and are not concerned with having a wide variety of stitches, the Brother PQ1500SL is an excellent choice. Its performance and durability make it a wise investment for both beginners committed to quilting and professional quilters alike. However, if you’re a novice looking for a machine to explore a wide range of stitching techniques, this may not be the best fit for you.

    • Awesome Heavy Duty Quilting Machine
Style: PQ1500SL
Review Image by Batrgirl8 Batrgirl8
Review Image by Batrgirl8 Batrgirl8
This was my first sewing machine, and I’ve had it for a little over a year now. I’d say that it works for beginners, but I want to emphasize that this kind of machine does one thing, but does it well: straight stitch. This machine won’t do zig zag stitches or any of the other fancy ones, but it sews quickly and the stitches are neat. Do not buy this machine if you want more stitch options! Do buy this machine if you want a high powered quilting machine with a good throat space. What You Get: The machine comes with several feet that you can put on easily. The free motion quilting foot, walking foot, and 1/4” foot are the three you’ll likely use the most if you’re quilting. My 1/4” foot is actually a 1/4”, so it’s a nice tool to have for seam allowance. There are a few others that I haven’t used as much, but you are getting a pretty wide variety! And theoretically, any high shank foot will work with this machine. You get a metal bobbin, some cleaning tools, a few needles, and a screwdriver set as well. There’s an extension table that helps quite a bit with the weight of the quilt. Pros: This machine has held up very well since I got it last December (12/2019). I’ve taken it to get serviced and haven’t had many problems. I’ve quilted twin sized quilts on my PQ1500SL, and I’d say it could sew a queen sized as well. My caution with quilting king and queen quilts is that the amount of fabric would be a pain to manage, although I’d say it’s doable! Once you get the hang of threading it, the machine is very straight forward to manage. It has a lever to the right for the back stitch function, and you can adjust need height, tension, and stitch length. If there’s an issue with the machine, I’d suggest rethreading it to see if that fixes it. It’s worked most of the time for me! The machine holds the fabric pretty still when you’re sewing. I’ve swapped back and forth between this and a more entry level machine that I got for the stitches, and I’m amazed at how well the Brother grips the fabric. Finally, the price for this is amazing. Look for any other straight stitch machine, and they’ll like be over 1000. The exception being the Juki, but I’m unfamiliar with that machine. The Brother really is a good deal for the amount of power you’re getting in this machine. Cons: You can’t see the bobbin and don’t get told when you’re running short. This is a huge pain if you’re mid quilting. Thread cutter cutting short. I’ve seen this in a lot of reviews- this is a pain. I’ve found that raising the foot tends to eliminate this problem; I’ll just tug the thread to get it to a longer length. If you’re not watching it though, you’re going to have to rethread the machine. Automatic threader- I have never used this. I tried following the pictures and I have no idea what’s going on over there. Hand threading is easy, so no worries. Hope this little novel helps! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on February 28, 2021 by Batrgirl8 Batrgirl8
    • Pro review
Style: PQ1500SL
Review Image by Molly McCay Molly McCay
So first of all, this is NOT a beginner machine. It’s a midarm semi industrial machine. It goes straight and back. That’s all. There is no slow button. And if you don’t know how to control your speed with a pedal, don’t order this sucker. I’m a professional quilter. I was looking for a fast, heavy machine. I didn’t want bells or whistles and I didn’t want to spend a fortune. The warranty was on par with other machines in this category and the price was just a bit less than the other machines I looked at. And then I realized all the other machines on my short list were really this machine at heart. I read a bunch of reviews and there are some that I really second guessed myself after I had ordered this machine. But here’s the thing, those reviews were dead wrong. The machine does not unthread itself when I use the cut button. It hasn’t done it even once. It’s not breaking thread (unless I’m a dummy and use the wrong thread). It’s not breaking needles (unless the walking foot isn’t tightened). This machine is amazing! I love everything about it. I’m 9 quilts deep in 5 days since it was delivered. It’s got plenty of throat space for a queen and I could totally do a king just fine with it. Pedal is doing fine with speed control. It’s very large. The extension table is sturdy. All the controls are very easy to control. I love the back stitch toggle. And the knee lift is great, and works fine on the mid century sewing table I’m using that came with my 1954 319w. In all, it is just what I wanted. So go ahead and check on out! You’ll be so happy. PS: the sticker is from Heather Gauthier Art. I try to put an artist on spotlight when I take a photo of my quilts. Check her out! ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 7, 2021 by Molly McCay Molly McCay
    • Perfect for small scale production sewing
Style: PQ1500SL
I already own a Singer Quantum Stylist which has all the fancy stitches, automatic buttonhole, etc. It's a fine machine but I needed something with a lot more power and speed to it, as well as more room in the throat. I make weighted blankets to sell, and during the holiday season I'm sewing up to 12 hours every day at moderate to high speeds. This machine goes SO fast. At top speed, when I'm doing 2 yard straight seams, I can just put the pedal to the metal and it feels like I'm in an industrial sewing warehouse. It gets really loud at top speed, and the neighbor I share a wall with finally got what was coming to him after hearing him blast his EDM music at all hours of the night. Ha! For sewing other projects, it does a really great job going through thick fabrics, especially with the walking foot. I love the size of the extension table. Also I love that it has a physical pedal for the backstitching. I really really hate that all the digital machines have buttons for reverse stitching. I need to be able to grab the pedal without looking for a button on a panel of 10 other buttons. Cons: - bobbin case is side loading, and there's nothing that alerts you when your bobbin thread has run out. I did eventually learn that there's a different sound when the bobbin has run out, so I can tell just by that. - the top thread tension dial is kind of hard to see. The numbers are labelled on the top so I have to really lean over the machine and get at the right angle. It also took me FOREVER to figure out that the dial shows different numbers when you have the presser foot lever up vs. down. - After heavy use for 1 year it's gotten super squeaky, despite proper lubrication. I've even tried over-lubricating and nope, it's still squeaky as an old wagon. - the pin feed stopped working. When I use the feed dogs on the pin feed setting, the pin lever doesn't move up and down anymore. Not sure what happened there. It was nice while it lasted. - the needle threader is complete trash, but it's better than nothing. Overall, it's a really great machine for the price, and I would buy it again. Brother is a good company that I trust. My local sewing machine repairman says that Brother is the best company to purchase from as far as repair and support goes, and he says after all his years repairing machines, the Brother machines have fared the best. He did mention that I probably shouldn't have purchased the PQ1500SL through Amazon...something about more parts being made out of plastic than if I had purchased it directly from Brother, but I can't find anything that supports that claim. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 25, 2020 by Chuck

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