The Singer 9960 Quantum Stylist is a versatile sewing machine with all the capabilities needed by advanced sewers and the ease of use that makes it a good choice for beginners. Weighing in at more than twenty pounds, the machine is best for sewers who don’t require portability. The sturdy construction and the diversity of features make this machine a good one that will last. The internal skeleton is constructed of heavy duty metal for a strong machine that holds all the mechanisms in perfect alignment and ensures smooth and even stitching and long-term durability.

Many of the features of the Quantum Stylist are designed to give the sewer an easier, more enjoyable user experience. The threading system is so simple that it can be completed in six seconds. The presser feet snap on for easy changing whenever needed and there is even an Error Warning to signal when everything isn’t just right.

Features

600 Built-In Stitches

The machine comes with 600 built-in stitches for basic sewing, decorative stitching, quilting, crafting, and a lot more. Beginning-level sewers can start with the basics and grow their skills without the need to upgrade their machine.

Professional Buttonholes

The Quantum Stylist also has thirteen fully automatic 1-step buttonholes that result in professional-looking buttonholes every time. There is also an exclusive buttonhole underplate that keeps buttonholes neat and even.

Five Built-In Alphabet Fonts

For crafters who want the option to add personalization to their work with monograms, the Singer 9960 offers a choice of five separate built-in fonts including block or script numbers and alphabets offered in lower and upper case using a 5mm stitch width.

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Drop Feed

An easily accessible lever lowers the feed dogs to free-motion stitching during embroidery, monogram, and button sewing.

7mm Stitch Width

Most of the built-in stitches can be set for a maximum 7mm width to create a variety of satin and decorative stitches.

Automated Thread Features

An automated thread cutter and needle threader make it fast and easy to bring a seam to an end and start the next one with little time lapse in-between. The one-touch thread cutter trims both upper and lower threads while the automatic needle threader makes threading a cinch.

Automated Stitch Length & Width

Optimal settings for stitch length and width are automatically set, but they give you the option to override these settings to customize your sewing needs.

Electronic Auto Pilot and Speed Control

The Singer sewing machine provides complete control of sewing speed to prevent errors from occurring during difficult areas. Just unplug the foot control and press the START button to make the machine sew automatically. The operator still controls the speed by adjusting the SPEED LEVER.

Needle Up/Down Button

Change the position of the needle from down-to-up or up-to-down with a touch of a button when the machine is not sewing.

Extension Table

The Quantum stylist comes with an extension table to provide sewers with a larger working area that is needed for quilting or other large projects.

Large LCD

The back-lit screen comes with brightness control to provide clear and easy viewing of the stitch functions. Easy viewing of stitch length, stitch width, tension settings, recommended presser foot, the position of the needle up/down and a lot more options are readily available.

Dual StayBright™ LED Lights

The two lights provide optimal viewing of the work surface with long-lasting bulbs (100,000 hours) which are always cool to the touch.

Top Drop-In Bobbin

Unlike most sewing machines that have the bobbin in the top, the 9960 Quantum Stylist implements a top drop-in bobbin system that makes it easier and faster to replace the bobbin. A clear cover makes it easy to monitor the bobbin thread supply.

Mirror Imaging and Elongation Functions

Mirror imaging gives the sewer even more creative options by creating mirror images with just the touch of a button. There is also an elongation function that “stretches” stitches up to five times their length.

Needle Positions

The sewing machine boasts 25 different needle positions to accommodate a wide range of projects from zippers to applying decorative trim. There are also electronic twin needle settings that can be adjusted for twin needle sewing at the touch of a button.

7-Segment Feeding System

The specially-designed feeding system ensures the fabric is picked up and supported from the front of the presser foot to the rear for more accurate feeding without missed stitches or puckered material.

Box Feed

This function moves the feed dogs in a box motion instead of the traditional arc motion to assure perfect feeding throughout the entire sewing process. The box feed keeps the feed dogs in perfect and equal contact with the fabric and presser foot.

High Sewing Speed

The machine boasts a sewing speed of 850 stitches-per-minute for fast sewing and project completion.

Center ZigZag Taper

This feature allows the zigzag stitch to taper into the center and not to either side for more attractive appliqueing.

Automatic Locking Stitch Function

Push a button to tie-off decorative or utility stitches for more even stitching that is less likely to unravel.

Heavy Material Features

The Automatic Presser Foot Control automatically adjust the pressure on the fabric from the presser foot to accommodate a wide variety of fabric weights. When sewing heavy or multiple layers of fabric, Optimum Power Control senses the need for additional power to maintain the sewing speed.

Automatic Reverse

Reinforce the ends of the stitch by pushing the Automatic Reverse button.

Horizontal Threading

Provides more even feeding of the thread for a better quality stitch and less thread breakage.

Direct Button Stitch Selection

This feature offers direct access to eight of the most popular stitches for fast and easy selection.

Stitch Reference Chart

The chart is located on the upper lid of the machine for easy access to stitch selection for a variety of projects without the need for tedious screen searching.

Accessories

Singer 9960 accessories

The 9960 Quantum Stylist comes with a wide assortment of accessories which makes it even more versatile for sewing a broad range of projects. The accessories include a multi-size needle set, a seam ripper, quilting bar, seam guide, screwdrivers, cleaning brush, and several spool caps. Although not designed to be portable, the Singer sewing machine also comes with a dust cover and transportation case to keep the machine clean during storage or when moving from location to location.

The Singer Quantum Stylist also comes with nineteen presser feet including: All-Purpose Foot (on machine), Zipper Foot, Button Sewing Foot, Satin Stitch Foot, Buttonhole Foot and Underplate, Open Toe Foot, Blind Hem Foot, Overcasting Foot, Narrow Hem Foot, Cording Foot, Straight Stitch Foot, Darning & Freehand Embroidery Foot, Even Feed / Walking Foot, Adjustable Bias Binder Foot, Single Welt Cording Foot, Braiding Foot with Guide, Clear Piping Foot, Stitch in the Ditch Foot, and Fancy Trim Foot.

Pros

Versatility and ease-of-use are two of the biggest reasons that this machine gets such high ratings. Whether sewers are looking for a machine for basic sewing, embroidery, quilting, monogramming, or other uses, the 9960 Quantum Stylist has the features that will make it easy to get the results they want.

The heavy metal construction of the sewing machine makes it one that will last for a lifetime. The flexibility for beginner to pro level sewing makes the Quantum Stylist a good choice for teaching the next generation of crafters.

Cons

Some buyers are disappointed by the lack of video tutorials for this machine. However, most find that the easy-to-use features really require no additional instruction.

Customer Reviews

Many of the customers who bought the Singer Quantum Stylist have owned previous sewing machines and find that this model has a lot more to offer than many of those with a higher price tag. The number of options they have for sewing new projects without the need to learn complicated programming has made this machine a favorite for many.

Price

Stores that sell the Singer 9960 Quantum Stylist usually have it priced around $365 but buyers can find the best prices at Amazon.