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Brother ST531HD Strong & Tough 53 Stitch Sewing Machine with Finger Guard

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Brand Brother
Color White
Product Dimensions 7.87"D x 16.1"W x 12.21"H
Material
Metal
Item Weight
14.3 Pounds
Power Source
Corded Electric
Is Electric
Yes

About this item

  • EASY NEEDLE THREADING: Just touch the lever on the side of the machine, and the ST531HD automatically pushes the thread right through the needle.
  • 53 UNIQUE BUILT-IN STITCHES: Select from the most popular stitches for everyday sewing, with blind hem, decorative and zigzag stitches. Easily adjust the stitch width and length with the control dial.
  • ONE-STEP AUTO-SIZE BUTTONHOLES: Create buttonholes that are automatically sized to fit your specific buttons, and use the button sewing foot to attach buttons to your project.
  • INCLUDED ACCESSORIES: Comes with 6 quick-change presser feet (spring-action zigzag, non-stick, buttonhole, button sewing, zipper, and blind stitch), plus a range of needles. Accessories come stored in a white accessory pouch.
  • SEW A WIDE RANGE OF FABRICS: The ST531HD is designed to handle a wide range of fabrics, from suede and leather to lightweight silks. Easily sew through up to 6 layers of denim with the included spring-action zigzag foot that glides over varying fabric thicknesses.
  • This product is intended fonly in the US at 120 volts, and any other use voids the warranty.

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4.6 4.6
Light weight
4.4 4.4
Easy to learn
4.4 4.4
Value for money
4.3 4.3

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Customer Ratings
Easy to use
4.3
3.4
4.5
4.7
3.4
4.3
Easy to learn
4.4
3.6
4.4
5.0
4.4
For beginners
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Thickness
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power source
Corded Electric
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Corded Electric
Corded Electric
Corded Electric
Corded Electric
electric
material
Metal
Stainless Steel, Metal
Metal
Metal
Metal
Metal
model number
ST531HD
HD6700
XR9550
CP100X
C5200-GY
CS5055
weight
14.3 pounds
10.1 pounds
1 pounds
14.33 pounds
13.5 pounds

From the manufacturer

Brother At Your Side: Strong & Tough Sewing Machines, Made to Last
Sewing machine on table, sewing thick denim hem
Tackle jeans and heavy outdoor fabrics

Sew a Wide Range of Fabrics

The ST531HD is designed to handle a wide range of fabrics, from heavyweight fabrics like denim, canvas, leather and suede all the way to everyday cotton and lightweight silks. Included are a #16 needle for heavyweight fabrics such as denim and canvas, a #14 needle for fabric layers, and a #11 needle for everyday sewing.

With one-step, auto-sized buttonholes

53 Unique Built-in Stitches

Select from the most popular stitches for everyday sewing, with blind hem, decorative and zigzag stitches. Easily adjust the stitch width and length with the control dials. Create buttonholes that are automatically sized to fit your specific buttons, and use the included button sewing foot to then attach buttons to your project.

Person using dial on side of sewing machine to select stitch pattern
Person sewing denim, with metal finger guard engaged
Features for beginners & advanced users

Metal Finger Guard and Automatic Needle Threader

The detachable metal finger guard helps prevent fingers from getting caught under the needle. This is useful for beginners, and for sewing at higher speeds. To thread the needle, just touch the lever on the side of the machine, and the ST531HD automatically pushes the thread right through the needle.

Everything you need to get started

Included in the Box

  • 6 Sewing feet: Zigzag foot (on machine), Zipper, Blind stitch, Buttonhole, Button sewing, Narrow hem
  • 3-piece needle set: #16 needle for heavyweight fabrics, #14 needle for layers of fabric, #11 needle for everyday sewing, plus 1 twin needle
  • Oval screwdriver, extra spool pin, darning plate, 4 bobbins, metal finger guard
  • Soft machine dust cover, foot controller, power cord
  • English/Spanish operation manual and Quick Start guide

Sewing machine on craft table with included accessories
ST531HD sewing machine with text reading "Sew durable!"

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Customer Reviews
4.5 out of 5 stars
2,488
4.5 out of 5 stars
2,488
4.7 out of 5 stars
1,092
4.3 out of 5 stars
56
4.6 out of 5 stars
722
4.3 out of 5 stars
499
Machine Type
Mechanical Sewing Machine Mechanical Sewing Machine Computerized Sewing Machine Sewing & Embroidery Machine Strong & Tough Serger ScanNCut DX Cutting Machine
Included Stitches/Designs
53 Sewing Stitches 37 Sewing Stitches 50 Sewing Stitches 193 Designs + 241 Stitches 3/4 Thread Differential Feed 682 Drawing & Cutting Designs
Stitch/Design Selection
Dial Selection Dial Selection LCD Screen & Dial Selection 3.7" Touchscreen LCD Display Dial Selection 5" LCD Touchscreen Display
Feature
Metal Finger Guard Metal Needle Plate Longer Feed Dogs & J Foot 5" x 7" Hoop Easy Lay-in Threading Built-in Material Scanner
Attachments
Free Arm Free Arm Free Arm Embroidery Arm & Free Arm Free Arm & Extension Table

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Product Description

The Brother ST531HD Strong & Tough sewing machine handles everything from lightweight silks to up to six layers of denim. It features a durable metal frame, a metal needle plate for smoother fabric feeding, heavy duty needles for thicker fabrics, and a metal finger guard. 53 unique built-in stitches are included, and an easy to use, one-step auto-size buttonhole. The ST531HD comes complete with 6 sewing feet, including a spring action zigzag foot, nonstick, blind stitch, zipper, buttonhole, and button sewing feet. This machine also has a built-in easy needle threader, jam-resistant Quick-Set drop-in top bobbin, automatic bobbin winding system, a free arm for sewing cuffs, skinny jeans and sleeves.

WARNING:

CHOKING HAZARD -- Small parts. Not for children under 3 yrs.

Customer reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars
4.5 out of 5
2,488 global ratings

Customers say

Customers like the performance, ease of use, and ease of sewing of the sewing machine. For example, they mention it works well for general sewing, it runs smoothly, and it's simple to thread and get started. Customers are also impresseded with the weight and noise. That said, opinions are mixed on quality.

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122 customers mention93 positive29 negative

Customers like the ease of use of the sewing machine. They mention it's simple to set up, thread, and get started. They also appreciate the convenience and light weight of the product. Customers also say the computer control is simple to use. They say the instruction manual is the best they have seen for any product for decades. Overall, customers find the product to be simple at its finest.

"I am so happy with this machine. First of all the instruction manual is the best one I have seen for any product for decades...." Read more

"This is an excellent basic mechanical machine. Easy to use. The foot is about 1/4 inch above the plate when raised, so thickness is limited...." Read more

"Use the sewing machine daily for quilting. It is very easy to use and I love the automatic needle threader!" Read more

"...4 layers of heavier canvas (straight and zig zag stitches) with no trouble at all, no loud noise, what a relief...." Read more

116 customers mention101 positive15 negative

Customers like the performance of the sewing machine. They mention that it works hard, does an awesome job, and runs smoothly. Some say that it's sturdy and has no problems. Overall, most are satisfied with the performance and recommend it as a great little starter machine.

"...This Brother ST371HD sews like a charm. Great for beginner or advanced sewers. I love it." Read more

"...Well, it does applique smoothly. The stitches are beautiful and are not puckered. The control buttons seem a little confusing to me...." Read more

"This worked right out of the box set it up the shelf threading needle work perfect the Bob and picked app perfect it's just a great machine I have 5..." Read more

"Awesome job." Read more

78 customers mention68 positive10 negative

Customers like the ease of sewing with the sewing machine. They mention that it seems to sew very nicely, has great stitches, and does a good job completing their sewing projects. Some appreciate that none of the stitches skip. Overall, most are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.

"...This Brother ST371HD sews like a charm. Great for beginner or advanced sewers. I love it." Read more

"...It’s much quieter than any Singer I’ve owned. It sews a very neat seam. I’ve sewn through several layers of fabric with no problem...." Read more

"...This heavier duty machine handles jeans and other heavy fabrics easily...." Read more

"...The stitching is smooth, needle position range is wide and there are plenty of utility stitches, even for a sewist like me...." Read more

50 customers mention37 positive13 negative

Customers like the value of the sewing machine. They say it is a great machine for the price, good value for everyday sewing, and a rugged machine for its price.

"...If it lasts a long time, I'm a very happy sewer. The price is also great for what this Brother can do." Read more

"What a gem for the price. Not fancy. Tough.I am able to sew through 1/4" DENSE rope, wrapped in fabric (with a fresh denim needle)...." Read more

"...Not worth it to me. I am a big Brother fan but this machine isn’t worth the money or effort. My honest opinion." Read more

"...It is definitely worth the money. It’s a good value." Read more

26 customers mention20 positive6 negative

Customers like the weight of the sewing machine. They mention that it is lightweight enough to move it without difficulty, and stable but not so heavy for them to lift. Some say that the machine is compact and light, while others say that it's heavy for basic sewing.

"...The foot pedal is fine, medium weight/duty. Everything I sew, I am so happy this is the machine I bought. This Brother ST371HD sews like a charm...." Read more

"...This machine is quite portable, but it is not lightweight or light duty...." Read more

"Yes it is lighter weight however place a mat or towels under machine to muffle sound or maybe vibrations...." Read more

"...The speed pedal that sits on the floor is a lightweight plastic and I constantly have to reposition it." Read more

24 customers mention17 positive7 negative

Customers like the noise of the sewing machine. They say it runs quietly.

"...It’s much quieter than any Singer I’ve owned. It sews a very neat seam. I’ve sewn through several layers of fabric with no problem...." Read more

"...canvas (straight and zig zag stitches) with no trouble at all, no loud noise, what a relief. If it lasts a long time, I'm a very happy sewer...." Read more

"...I’m glad I did! After a few days, I could hear a click and then thread would break...." Read more

"...The quieter running motor, so I can sew at night without waking my grandkids and their parents up...." Read more

171 customers mention98 positive73 negative

Customers are mixed about the quality of the sewing machine. Some mention that it is heavy duty, but handles all fabrics with ease. They also say the winding is smooth and reliable. However, others say that the thread would break, it's difficult to bring the thread up and out, and the thread loop right above the needle is sharp.

"...And it has a needle threader right there. Threading the needle is super easy. So is winding a new bobbin, flawless...." Read more

"...The only other glitch is the thread loop right above the needle is sharp and cuts the thread if I'm not super careful while threading...." Read more

"...It is very easy to use and I love the automatic needle threader!" Read more

"...It has a lot of features that I like - automatic needle threader (a struggle at first, but I finally figured it out), clear bobbin cover, horizontal..." Read more

25 customers mention0 positive25 negative

Customers are dissatisfied with the stitch quality of the sewing machine. They mention that it gets noisier, skips stitches, and is difficult to control. It also doesn't have a long enough stitch for basting, and has trouble sewing over seams. Some say that the machine struggles to sew 1 layer of cotton and that the stitches length will get uneven when stitching in a curve.

"...machine 4 stars because, after I made some buttonholes, it would only sew in reverse...." Read more

"...It just keeps sewing down...." Read more

"...This one sewed great until it decided it could no longer change stitches...." Read more

"...My machine starting knocking and skipping stitches. Sometimes, it would loop up under fabric and was difficult to cut loose...." Read more

Stitches beautifully. Zigzag/Satin stitch works great.
5 Stars
Stitches beautifully. Zigzag/Satin stitch works great.
My sewing machine broke in the middle of a project. I spent only one day researching reviews and product descriptions for a replacement. I selected this one. There were a lot of reviews for it, but none mentioned that it could applique. I don't mean embroider. This is not an embroider machine. I use Pelon heat bond with a zigzag stitch. That type of applique is something that I do a lot of: quilts (the top designs not the actual quilting of the finished quilt top), costumes, pillows, etc. I was worried that it wouldn't let me applique smoothly. Well, it does applique smoothly. The stitches are beautiful and are not puckered. The control buttons seem a little confusing to me. I'm still not used to which one controls thickness, etc. I have to stop and look it up, and do some testing. Yes, I'm still getting used to this new machine. Don't be afraid that because it is not computerized and it's specialty is for sewing heavy fabric, that it can't do applique or sew small paper pieced quilt fabric together. I will try to drop the feed dog and do quilting at some point. So far, the machine is working great. I'm happy with my purchase.
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Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2022
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5.0 out of 5 stars Perfect machine! Beginner or Advanced.
Reviewed in the United States on December 21, 2022
I am so happy with this machine. First of all the instruction manual is the best one I have seen for any product for decades. It's very detailed and I highly recommend you read it first. It has very good tips in it. Secondly, the threading patterns are printed right on the machine! And it has a needle threader right there. Threading the needle is super easy. So is winding a new bobbin, flawless. Thirdly, I've already made several things of different weights, including lightweight cottons, mending bath towels and working with upholstery materials, and I haven't had a single problem with the thread knotting/bunching up. The foot pedal is fine, medium weight/duty. Everything I sew, I am so happy this is the machine I bought. This Brother ST371HD sews like a charm. Great for beginner or advanced sewers. I love it.
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5.0 out of 5 stars Stitches beautifully. Zigzag/Satin stitch works great.
Reviewed in the United States on July 19, 2023
My sewing machine broke in the middle of a project. I spent only one day researching reviews and product descriptions for a replacement. I selected this one. There were a lot of reviews for it, but none mentioned that it could applique. I don't mean embroider. This is not an embroider machine. I use Pelon heat bond with a zigzag stitch. That type of applique is something that I do a lot of: quilts (the top designs not the actual quilting of the finished quilt top), costumes, pillows, etc. I was worried that it wouldn't let me applique smoothly. Well, it does applique smoothly. The stitches are beautiful and are not puckered. The control buttons seem a little confusing to me. I'm still not used to which one controls thickness, etc. I have to stop and look it up, and do some testing. Yes, I'm still getting used to this new machine. Don't be afraid that because it is not computerized and it's specialty is for sewing heavy fabric, that it can't do applique or sew small paper pieced quilt fabric together. I will try to drop the feed dog and do quilting at some point. So far, the machine is working great. I'm happy with my purchase.
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Vanessa R.
5.0 out of 5 stars Buena compra
Reviewed in Mexico on January 11, 2024
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Abigail
5.0 out of 5 stars Calidad y precios
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Quevine Y.
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good for denim or Jeans and very quiet than others heavy duty Machines.
Reviewed in Canada on November 26, 2023
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Quevine Y.
5.0 out of 5 stars Very good for denim or Jeans and very quiet than others heavy duty Machines.
Reviewed in Canada on November 26, 2023
Very good for heavy duty items. Such as jeans (denim) and gabardine. I have been using it for retouching my pants and some tops. I am using it to saw some materials but it have to be cotton, polyester and hard satin. I can not saw well a nylon material as well as it saw the cotton and other fabrics, but it is good and quiet.
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1.0 out of 5 stars American plug
Reviewed in the United Kingdom on March 13, 2024
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Rafael Posadas
5.0 out of 5 stars Excelente producto
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