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I spent a long time researching a replacement for my almost 50 year old Bernina after it stopped working. The new machine was delivered less than 24 hours after I placed my order and is as described... See more
A great machine at a bargain price, plus free extras that were actually really good (the huge sewing threads box was fantastic, I was expecting tiny spools but they're huge!). Fast delivery, well pack... See more
We have purchased many machines from Sewing Machines Direct over the years and have never been disappointed. It is the only place we will buy from. Excellent quality, very fast and efficient delivery... See more
Company details
- Sewing Machine Store
- Appliance Store
- Electronics Store
- Hobby Store
- Sewing Machine Repair Service
- Sewing Shop
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Sewing Machines Direct (SMD) is a family-run business that has supplied sewing machines and associated products since 1960. We specialise in supplying sewing machines, overlockers, embellishers, embroidery machines, sewing/embroidery machines, steam presses, roller presses and various sewing accessories. We are aware that in today's increasingly competitive environment, it is important that we continue to focus our efforts in maintaining the first class customer service that we try to provide. Feedback lets us know what we are doing well and also what we can do better. Receiving feedback from customers and also by the amount of repeat and recommended business we receive, we feel that we are going some way to achieving our goals and that our efforts are being recognised and appreciated.
First class customer service is our number 1 priority.
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Contact info
Miners Road, Llay Industrial Estate, LL12 0PJ, Wrexham
- 01978851235
- info@sewingmachines.co.uk
- sewingmachines.co.uk
4.9
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Brother Innov is A80 sewing machine
The site is easy to use. The price was excellent and the delivery time slot we were given was precise. Received within the hour we were given. Would definitely order from this company again.
July 3, 2026
Easy purchase and fast delivery
Really easy to view machine options and make my decision. Delivery was next day and free which is fabulous! Very happy with my purchase and would recommend without doubt.
June 30, 2026
Very quick delivery.
Very quick delivery. Well packaged. I just wanted a basic machine and this one has everything I need. Great price.
July 1, 2026
Brother LX17
Excellent machine for the price ideal for home alterations or for doing home projects
July 1, 2026
I ran out of a colour for my kangaroo…
I ran out of a colour for my kangaroo blanket,and SMD had it to me within 24 hours. I couldn't find the colour I needed. Good customer service
July 1, 2026
Superb delivery by DPD
Superb delivery by DPD, incredibly fast despatch by SMD. I ordered at 3.25pm and my overlocker was delivered in pristine condition at 1.30pm the next day! Fabulous overlocker - Janome 9300DX. I've made four items already and I haven't had it for a week yet! Thank you 🥰
June 30, 2026
Quick speedy service
June 30, 2026
Good fast service and delivery
June 30, 2026
Excellent service and product
I ordered online and it arrived two days later. Excellent communication from SMD. Product is fabulous and was bought at a highly competitive price.
June 28, 2026
My lovely Elna 500. Great!
Great service on time and good price. Lovely machine to use and easy book to help too
June 27, 2026
Fantastic company…
Russell and the company are always fantastic. DPD however say that they can’t leave the item but did leave it on the doorstep. My neighbour went to save it. Sewing machine is beautiful.
June 5, 2026
Meant to be brand new..it wasn’t
Bought sewing machine online from SMD expecting a brand new machine. This particular model cost over £500. Sewing machine arrived in a box with multiple layers of tape sealing the box which indicated it was not brand new and had been opened before.
The Sewing machine had grubby marks on dials and other places on the machine where it had been used.
SMD only offer a repair service on machines bought from them and do not give refunds. Bitterly disappointed after spending so much on the machine which was an investment into my growing business and a very expensive one for me.
June 11, 2026
Reply from Sewing Machines Direct
Hello there,
I`m sorry to hear that you have these concerns and issues with your machine.
To confirm and clarify, I can assure you that we don`t supply used machines as new and having checked all communication channels, we haven`t received any messages from you since we supplied your new machine seven weeks ago, except for this 3 star product review posted 2 hours before this one ..
Promised so much, but has been difficult to use. Pros. When it does work, it is very smooth, does a lovely stitch, easy to control speed from slow and precise to very fast on long stretches of material. The IDT is great for slippery fabrics holding it in place neatly. Cons. Selecting different stitches is overly complicated and not just a simple case of select and go as advertised. It is extremely fussy about the thread used and will chew it up and get caught around the bobbin case if it doesn’t like it. Lots of time wasted and untangling. It comes with 3 bobbins which are specifically designed for this particular model and very difficult to source more that will fit. You can’t use any old bobbin as it won’t take it or will chew the thread up into the machine. Claims to be able to go through multiple layers of denim but really struggles, countless needles broken and jammed thread. Spent over £550 and I couldn’t be more disappointed. I’m an experienced machinist with over 40years of sewing.
Please contact me when convenient to help resolve these issues and concerns. I called this morning and left a voicemail for you.
Thank you.
Kind regards,
Russell Forrester,
Director
Quick delivery
April 25, 2026
Great price and delivered within a few…
Great price and delivered within a few days without issue. Would definitely use them again.
June 19, 2026
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