Toyota STF17 Review In Detail

Toyota has been making sewing machines since 1946. STF17 is an entry level offering from Toyota. This machine has 17 built-in stitches including a 4-step buttonhole. Free arm option is provided for sewing cuffs and sleeves.

Toyota STF17 weighs 18 lbs. It is not too light nor too heavy. The built-in carry handle makes it all the more portable. Like all mechanical sewing machines, the stitch selection is done by turning a dial. The stitch chart is printed on the front. The machine comes with a front loading metal bobbin. Snap-on presser feet makes it easy to change the feet. The reverse sewing lever is large and is easy to engage. The motor is powerful and it can deliver 800 stitches/min.

Ease of Use

There is no doubt about the build quality of Toyota STF17. You can trust Toyota for that. The machine even comes with a metal bobbin, which is good on durability. The machine handles thick fabrics quite well.

Drawbacks

Bobbin is front loading one. Top drop-in would have been more beginner friendly.

There is no automatic needle threader to assist in threading.

No 1-step buttonhole.

All the stitches have preset stitch length which you cannot adjust manually.

There is no drop feed option.

Pros

•    Good build quality
•    Good on thick fabrics
•    Portable

Cons

•    No top drop-in bobbin
•    No automatic needle threader
•    No 1-step buttonhole