Husqvarna Opal 690q Sewing Machine Review
Looking for a good, sturdy sewing machine that has a bit of everything for any kind of sewing project?
The Husqvarna Opal 690Q Sewing Machine is one you should definitely consider! Husqvarna sewing machines are well-known to be long-lasting and easy to use. They’re trusty machines that can tackle any project you throw at them, from clothes to quilts and everything in between.
Husqvarna has been making sewing machines since the late 19th century and originally made in Sweden. They have been a prevalent sewing machine manufacturer ever since. Husqvarna is truly a manufacturer that you can trust to create durable sewing machines that you’ll love to sew all of your projects on.
The Opal 690Q is a computerised sewing machine. That means that you’ll have more than just utility stitches to choose from and be able to easily customise them as you need to, unlike a mechanical machine. This machine is programmed with an whopping 565 stitches, 7 of which are automatic 1-step buttonholes and give the dressmaker a wonderful array of buttonhole types for any garment they’re making. And you’ll be able to change the width and length of any stitch, up to a maximum width of 7mm and a maximum length of You’ll have every stitch you’d need to make amazing quilts, beautiful clothes, and anything else you put to your needle.
The touch screen allows you to select your stitches and customise them. It’s bright without being obnoxious and shows you all necessary information to using the machine, such as which foot you should be using for a certain stitch. It also alerts you to when the bobbin thread is about to run out, stopping the machine so that you’re not wasting time running your fabric under the needle without actually sewing- one of the most frustrating things while sewing!
Speaking of your bobbin, this machine has a top-loading bobbin. Top-loading bobbins are easy to load and are less likely to snag and nest. They’re easier to clean and troubleshoot any problems, too! You can see every working part of the bobbin area and easily find any dust bunnies to clean out when you need to.
One of our favourite features of this machine is the automatic thread cutter! At the end of each seam, you no longer need to pull your fabric away only to reveal long thread tails to cut. With just the touch of the button (easily distinguished by the scissor icon on it), a set of blades below your stitch plate will trim your threads before you even pull your fabric away from the needle. You’ll have shorter thread tails and be saving thread!
The best feature of the Husqvarna Opal 690Q Sewing Machine?
It has to be the unique EXCLUSIVE SENSOR SYSTEM™ technology. This technology automatically and continuously senses and adjusts as you sew any thickness of fabric for perfect even feeding. You’ll find that it makes sewing any kind of fabric very easy. No longer will you be frustrated by your fabric feeding through your machine unevenly.
You’ll have plenty of space to work on any size project on the Opal 690Q. It has 8 inches of workspace to the right of the needle, allowing you to manoeuvre different sized projects to your heart’s delight!
The Husqvarna Opal 690Q Sewing Machine is well lit, too. It has 3 LED lights that illuminate your working space enabling you to be able to see your project as you work. You won’t have to squint to see what you’re working on and it will make your sewing experience much more enjoyable!
Let’s take a looksee at what all comes included with this sewing machine. You’ll have everything you need to get started on your next project as soon as you get the Opal 690Q unpacked in your sewing space!
Presser Feet Included (as standard):
- 1 x Utility Foot A
- 1 x Decorative Stitch Foot B
- 1 x Buttonhole Foot C
- 1 x Blindhem Foot D
- 1 x Zipper Foot E
- 1 x Edging Foot J
- 1 x Sensor One-Step Buttonhole Foot
- 1 x Glide Sole
- 1 x Quilter’s 1/4 Inch Piecing foot P
- 1 x Clear Open Toe Foot
- 1 x Embroidery/Darning Foot R
Accessories Included (as standard):
- 1 x Seam ripper
- 1 x Screwdriver
- 1 x Brush
- 2 x Felt pad
- 1 x Multipurpose tool/Button reed
- 5 x Bobbins
- 1 x Stylus
- 1 x Edge/Quilting guide
- 1 x Spool cap large (attached on delivery)
- 1 x Spool cap medium (attached on delivery)
- 1 x Spool cap small
- 1 x Threads
- 1 x Hard cover
- 1 x Foot control
- 1 x cable
- 1 x net cable
- 1 x Warranty card
- 1 x Needles
Do you still have any questions about the Husqvarna Opal 660Q Sewing machine? Are you ready to take it for a test run or want to compare it to other, similar sewing machines in person so that you can make the most educated choice you can? Contact The Sewing Studio today and we’ll make sure you purchase the machine that’s perfect for you, your lifestyle, and your sewing style!
