The Brother ST371HD is a perfectly designed heavy duty sewing machine for those requiring flexibility and durability. This strong and durable sewing machine is a perfect machine for everyday sewing and mending on everything from thick outdoor fabrics to lightweight and elegant silks. The ST371HD includes a metal needle plate for smoother fabric feeding and heavyweight needles. The 37 utility and decorative stitches for blind hems, stretch stitches, buttonholes, zipper insertion, and more gives this exceptional sewing machine even more value. The Brother ST371HD comes complete with 6 sewing feet, including a spring action zigzag foot and nonstick, blind stitch, zipper, buttonhole, and button sewing feet. Additionally, the drop feed feature allows you to complete free-motion sewing with ease. This heavy-duty sewing machine also has a built-in easy needle threader, a jam-resistant Quick-Set drop-in top bobbin, an automatic bobbin winding system, and a free arm for sewing cuffs, sleeves and jeans.