Brother ST150HDH
 Strong and Tough 
RRP: $299
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The Brother ST150HDH is a Full-Size machine, built with easy to use Computerised / Programmable features. The Brother ST150HDH has a total of 50 different types of stitches, including 5 buttonhole stitches.

The Brother ST150HDH Strong and Tough is designed to be a heavy-duty model that will allow home sewers to sew through tougher fabrics such as denim, with greater ease than other models. This machine is in the same model line as the Brother ST371HD Strong and Tough, but has more stitches, a computerised interface and more touch button controls, rather than being a purely mechanical machine. For example, this model allows you to control the speed, start and stop sewing at the touch of a button, and raise and lower the needle by button to sew single stitches at a time. This last feature also allows you to control if the needle always stops up, or down in the fabric, whenever you stop sewing.

Is the Brother ST150HDH right for my skill level?

We class the Brother ST150HDH Strong and Tough as “Competent“, meaning that this machine has features that are suitable for a sewer working at a Competent skill level. In general, machines that are classed as "Competent" have lots of great basic features, as well as a few more advanced features for competent sewers who want to experiment with more specialised effects. Some of the sewing machines that we have classed as competent may also have some automated functions to help you to sew more quickly, or a wider range of stitch types or buttonhole options to experiment with.

What size is the Brother ST150HDH Strong and Tough?

We class the Brother ST150HDH as a Full-Size machine. Standard or full-size machines are the most versatile machine size as they work for a range of sewing applications. Full-size machines are usually wider than compact machines and this gives you slightly more space to manoeuvre the fabric around the needle area.

The width / length / height dimensions of the Brother ST150HDH are 41.3cm x 17.8cm x 31.7cm. Or in inches 16.26” x 7.01” x 12.48“.

The Brother ST150HDH weighs approximately 4.6kg or 10.14lb.

What are the basic sewing features on the Brother ST371HD?

The Brother ST150HDH has basic features such as a Free Arm with Removable Cover, Standard Foot Pedal, Start / Stop Button and LED lighting provides illumination of the area around the needle. Reverse stitches, used for securing the thread in the fabric at the beginning and end of a stitching line, are created with a Reverse Button.

What about threading and setting up the bobbin for the Brother ST150HDH?

When setting up and threading the sewing machine, the Brother ST150HDH has a Drop-in bobbin for quick rethreading of your machine. This machine uses bobbin class 15.

There are also Thread Guides on this model and the needle threading is Automatic / Assisted. Threading guides such as small arrows or numbers marked on the machine make it easier to see how to thread the upper thread, which is especially helpful for beginners. Sewers who struggle to see how to thread the needle may also benefit from the automatic needle threader on this model, which is a small inbuilt device that swings around and helps you to hook the thread through the eye of the needle.

What presser feet are compatible with the Brother ST150HDH Strong and Tough?

We believe the Brother ST150HDH is compatible with presser feet that are Press On / Low Shank. If you already have presser feet that are compatible with this type of shank from a previous sewing machine, then in many cases you will be able to use the same presser feet on this model as well.

To be sure that presser feet can be used on different machines, or when buying new presser feet and other parts and accessories, you should always check that the parts are compatible with your specific machine number. So for this machine you will need parts and accessories compatible with make and model Brother ST150HDH.

What are the basic stitch types for the Brother ST150HDH Strong and Tough?

Stitch types on the Brother ST150HDH include: Straight Stitch, Buttonhole, Decorative, Zigzag. The buttonhole process is a 1 Step Buttonhole. 1 step buttonholes are automated and easy to use for beginners. There are 5 buttonhole stitches.

Can I adjust the stitch width and length on the Brother ST150HDH?

On the Brother ST150HDH, the maximum stitch length is 5mm, and the maximum stitch width is 7mm. The stitch length on this model is adjusted with an Adjustable / Manual Control. When a machine has adjustable stitch length you can manually adjust the length of the stitches to create different effects and alter the appearance of the inbuilt stitches. The stitch width on this machine is adjusted with an Adjustable / Manual Control. Adjustable stitch width allows you to manually widen your stitches, which can be particularly helpful for customising zigzag stitches.

What fabrics can I sew with the Brother ST150HDH?

The Brother ST150HDH is listed as being Suitable for a range of different fabric weights, from silk to denim. On many machines, these results will only be achieved with the correct needle and thread combination, so specialty needles and threads may need to be purchased separately and may not be supplied with your machine. You should consult the manual for your machine to ensure that the machine is set up correctly when sewing different fabrics, and always sew test samples to get the best possible stitch quality and to achieve perfectly balanced tension.

Can I adjust the thread tension and the presser foot pressure on the Brother ST150HDH?

To help you achieve the best possible stitch quality across different fabrics the Brother ST150HDH adjusts the tension of the upper thread using an Adjustable / Manual Control. Adjustable upper thread tension gives you complete control over the tension of the upper thread and this tension can be manually adjusted to balance the tension of your stitches. This model appears to have no special features for presser foot adjustment, so if this feature is important to you, you may like to consider machines with manual / adjustable presser foot pressure.

Does the Brother ST150HDH have any automated features?

This model also has an automated feature to help you speed up your sewing time. The Brother ST150HDH has an Automated Control to move the needle up or down.

What is the voltage of the Brother ST150HDH?

With a voltage of 110v we believe this machine is suitable to use in the USA, but it is always best to consult the information provided by the manufacturer (Brother) or consult a sewing machine distributor prior to purchase to ensure that the machine will work in your region if you are unsure. Most manufacturers do not recommend using adaptors to convert the voltage of your machine for safety reasons.

Where can I get a copy of the manual for the Brother ST150HDH?

Whether you are having trouble threading your machine, can’t work out how to change the stitch settings or just want to make sure you’re getting the most out of your sewing machine it is always best to have a copy of the manual on hand.
View the Brother ST150HDH Strong and Tough User Manual