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Knitting, tie-dying, crotchet and dress-making have been popular activities people have been trying their hand at during lockdown.

Longstanding British retailer, John Lewis & Partners, has noted a 127% increase in sewing machine sales since lockdown began back in March 2020.

While some may be trying their hand at sewing for the first time, others may be more experienced at dress making.

Some creative minds might be looking to make their own clothes, or masks amid the coronavirus pandemic.

However, others may want to test their hand at items for the home instead of their wardrobe, such as cushion covers or curtains.

For those who are a dab hand at sewing and have mastered the above may be moving on to more challenging levels, such as overstitching or hemming their designs for a professional look.

Whatever you decide to make with your sewing machine it is guaranteed to make light work of any task, and there are whole selection to choose from.

We have found a selection of top-rated sewing machines to suit everyone’s needs, levels and budgets.

Singer is a well-respected sewing machine brand. This heavy duty model has 23 built-in stitches, functions at high speed to be able to sew through tough fabric and has an automatic needle threader. It also comes with additional props, including a zipper foot, all-purpose foot, bobbins, lint brush and more.

For intermediate level an overstitch hemmer is ideal as it allows you to sew hems and join seams together, so you can achieve the professional look.

The affordable Hobbycraft Sewing machine is ideal for beginners, as it has 19 stitch options, as well as an easy stitch dial and a four step buttonhole. Plus it can withstand tough materials as it can sew through up to four layers of denim.

Janome 5030 Sewing Machine is another popular design customers are flocking to as it has 30 built-in stitches, three auto one-step buttonhole options, a freehand embroidery option, and an LCD screen.

Brother LS14s Sewing Machine has received rave reviews from customers on Argos, as 97% customers would recommend this model. This version has 14 stitches, as well as a four-step buttonhole, numerous foot pedals, a set of needles, bobbins and more props to make your sewing session easier.

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