Brother XR9500PRW
 Project Runway 
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100
STITCHES
Competent
TYPE
Full Size
SIZE
MACHINE DESCRIPTION

The Brother XR9500PRW Project Runway is a Full-Size machine, built with easy to use Computerised / Programmable features. The Brother XR9500PRW has a total of 100 different types of stitches, including 8 buttonhole stitches.

We class the Brother XR9500PRW Project Runway 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.

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 Brother XR9500PRW has basic features such as a Free Arm with Removable Cover, Standard Foot Pedal and 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.

When setting up and threading the sewing machine, the Brother XR9500PRW has a Drop-in bobbin for quick rethreading of your machine. 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.

We believe the Brother XR9500PRW 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 they are compatible with your specific machine number. So for this machine you will need parts and accessories compatible with make and model Brother XR9500PRW.

Stitch types on the Brother XR9500PRW include: Straight Stitch, Buttonhole, Decorative, Monogramming, Zigzag. The buttonhole process is a 1 Step Buttonhole. 1 step buttonholes are automated and easy to use for beginners.

On the Brother XR9500PRW, 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.

The Brother XR9500PRW 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.

To help you achieve the best possible stitch quality across different fabrics the Brother XR9500PRW 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.

This model also has an automated feature to help you speed up your sewing time. The Brother XR9500PRW has an Automated Control to specify if the needle stops up or down, but has No Control for automatically back tacking to quickly secure the thread in the fabric and No Control for automatically trimming your threads to quickly neaten your sewing.

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.

FEATURES & SPECIFICATIONS
Main Specifications:
BrandBrotherBrother
Model NumberXR9500PRW
Machine NameProject Runway
Machine TypeComputerised / ProgrammableComputerised and programmable machines have more advanced functionality
Machine SizeFull SizeStandard or full-size machines are the most versatile and work for a range of sewing applications
Machine Weight4.5
Machine Weight lb9.9
Machine RegionUSAThis model is usually available for use in the USA
Machine Voltage110vStandard voltage for use in the USA
Hook MovementVerticalMachines with a drop-in bobbin will often have a hook around a vertical axis
Sewing Speed850
Basic Sewing and Fabric Range:
Number of Stitches100
Fabric RangeA Range of Fabric WeightsSuitable for a range of different fabric weights, from silk to denim
Foot PedalStandard Foot PedalFoot pedals are the standard method for sewing and controlling your speed
Speed ControlAdjustable Speed ControlAdjustable speed control allows you to limit the maximum speed
Start Stop ButtonStart / Stop ButtonStart and stop sewing with a handy button
Reverse Stitch ControlReverse ButtonReverse sewing button to manually back tack stitches and secure the thread
Free ArmFree Arm with Removable CoverFree arm cover is removable, allowing helpful access to the free arm for sewing hems and cuffs
Inbuilt LightLED LightingLED lighting provides illumination of the area around the needle
Threading & Presser Foot Compatibility:
Threading GuidesThread GuidesThread guides such as arrows or numbers make threading easier for beginners
Bobbin LoadingDrop-in BobbinDrop-in bobbin for quick rethreading of your machine
Presser Foot Shank TypePress On / Low ShankPresser feet clip onto a low shank making presser feet easy to change
Machine Set-up & Adjustments:
Upper Thread TensionAdjustable / Manual ControlAdjustable thread tension gives you complete control over tension of upper thread
Presser Foot TensionNo Special ControlThis model appears to have no special features for presser foot adjustment
Feed Dog ControlDrop Feed for Free MotionDropping the feed dog is used for specialty sewing such as free motion
Stitch Settings & Adjustments:
Number of Stitches100
Number of Needle Positions3
Stitch Length ControlAdjustable / Manual ControlAdjustable stitch length allows you to manually lengthen stitches
Stitch Width ControlAdjustable / Manual ControlAdjustable stitch width allows you to manually increase stitch width
Stitch Length Maximum (mm)5
Stitch Width Maximum (mm)7
Number of Buttonhole Stitches8
Buttonhole Stitches1 Step Buttonhole1 step buttonholes are automated and easy to use for beginners
Stitch TypesStraight Stitch, Buttonhole, Decorative, Monogramming, Zigzag
  • Straight Stitch
  • Buttonhole
  • Decorative
  • Monogramming
  • Zigzag