About SewingMachineScore

Costume seamstress for 12 years, teaches beginner sewing classes, and has sewn everything from Renaissance fair gowns to Halloween costumes for a school of 400 kids. Keeps a seam test journal: five fabric types, three stitch lengths, and a verdict on every machine she's used. Owns three machines and a serger that lives on her dining table.

Who's Behind This

Helen, based in Portland, OR, has been testing and reviewing sewing machines for years. Every review on this site comes from hands-on time with the actual product — not spec sheets.

How We Test

• ✅ No sponsored reviews. We never accept payment for placements.
• ✅ Honest comparisons. If a product isn't good, we'll tell you.
• ✅ Transparent methodology. We explain exactly how we test and rate.
• ✅ Affiliate disclosure. Some links earn us a commission at no cost to you.

Contact

📧 Reach us at webmaster@sewingmachinescore.com