Futura™ CE-350 Sewing & Embroidery Machine

Notice: Our CE-350 is a CE-250 PLUS all the software that upgrades it to the CE-350.The machines are identical, except for the color, it is the software that makes the 250 into a 350.The box will say CE-250 but the included software upgrades it to a fully functional CE-350.

Features and Benefits

General Features:

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New:

• Three Stay-Bright™ LED LightsThree lights over the sewing area address a feature asked for by consumers - better lighting! With lights on each side of the needle area as well as one light over the large surface to the right of the needle, it is easier to see your work. An illuminated sewing area makes all your sewing more precise. Sewing is also more pleasurable because the well lighted sewing area reduces eye-stain often caused by working in low lighting.


• Automatic Needle ThreaderEffortless threading of the machine, including automatic threading of the eye of the needle!


• Automatic TensionThis system ensures stable stitch quality, whatever the type of fabric being used.


• Top Loading Jam-Proof Bobbin System with ClearCoverThis mechanism incorporates rotating hook that ensuressmooth, quiet, jam-proof sewing. The bobbin loads from the top so it is easy to insert the bobbin. The clear cover makes it effortless to monitor the bobbin thread supply.


• Optimum Power ControlThe Optimum Power Control provides precise piercing power when sewing multiple layers or dense fabric. The piercing power is the same regardless of sewing speed.


• Drop FeedA conveniently located lever will lower the feed dogs for free-motion embroidery, machine embroidery, monograms and attaching buttons.


• Extra-High Presser Foot LifterThere are two heights to the presser foot lifter. The second height offers a ¼” more clearance which is needed when placing multiple layers or bulky fabrics under thepresser foot.


• Accommodates Many Types of Thread SpoolsIn addition to the machine’s horizontal thread delivery, a second vertical spool holder is provided, specially designed for many of today’s threads.


• Self-LubricatingBecause the machine is permanently lubricated, there is no need to oil the machine, and no oil gets on fabric.


• Warning SignalsAudible warning messages alert the sewer, ensuring trouble-free sewing.


• Aluminum FrameThe internal skeleton of the sewing machine. This rigid support holds all the mechanisms in perfect alignment for perfect, skip-free sewing.

New:

• WarrantyFutura™ has a 25 year limited warranty, including 5 years on electronic components and 1 year on adjustments.


• Consumer’s ChoiceMore sewers own SINGER® sewing machines than all other brands combined.* (* Source: Market Facts, March 2002)

Sewing Machine Features:

• Electronic Sewing MachineSewing machine has push button stitch selection. This means that the optimal settings for length and width are automatically set when choosing a stitch. They can be overridden to personalize length and width choice.


• 100 Built-In StitchesA large variety of stitches for construction, decorative sewing, heirloom sewing and quilting always ensures the perfect stitch for every project.


• Built-In Stretch StitchesSpecially designed stitches that add strength and flexibility to seams, especially useful when sewing on knitwear.


• Basting CapabilityQuickly piece projects together.Built-In Quilting Stitch Create a hand-sewn quilted look with this unique stitch.


• New: Twin Needle FunctionAutomatically reduces the stitch width on decorative patterns to prevent needle breakage when sewing with a twin needle.


• Built-In Heirloom-FriendlyStitch Selection Pin Stitch, Blanket Stitch, and Entredeux are a few of the popular heirloom stitches available.


• 7mm Stitch WidthMost stitches can be set for a maximum width of 7mm.When sewing decorative stitches or satin stitches, the wide stitches are bolder and more pronounced.


• One-Step Built-In Buttonholes
  Choose from 2 different one-step buttonholes. Buttonhole sewing is a one-step simple process that provides reliable results because the sides of the buttonhole sew the same direction to prevent gaps in stitching or fabric distortion.
• Optimal Stitch SettingsOptimal settings for length and width are automatically set when choosing a stitch. They can be overridden to personalize length and width choice.
• Needle Up and DownThe Needle Up/Down allows for the needle to be placed in either the raised or lowered position with a simple push of a button. It is great for appliquéing, quilting, pivoting thefabric and picking the bobbin thread up.
• 13 Needle PositionsNeedle position can be changed for individual projects, such as inserting zippers or cording and topstitching.

Embroidery Features:

• Connects Directly to the Computer via USB Cable
  First machine to connect directly to the computer,eliminating the need for conversion boxes or tools. This unique innovation gives you the same capabilities of other machines at a fraction of the cost. (Computer/laptop not included)


• Windows® CompatibleOperates with any computer with an Operation System of Windows® 2000 or higher, including Vista®. (Computer/laptop not included)


• Operational Tutorial IncludedStep-by-step tutorial to help even a beginner with using the embroidery features of the machine.


• Customer Support SiteConvenient, on-line help is always there when needed.


• Auto-DigitizingAutomatically digitize custom embroidery using your own images or clip art with control over stitch settings.


• 120 Built-In DesignsSelect from built-in embroidery designs including animals, holidays, flowers and more.

New:
Built-in Lettering Program with 10 FontsSelect from 10 built-in fonts: Arial Large, Arial Rounded, Block Large, Block Small, Courier, Helvetica 2 colors, Kids, Script 1, Script 2 and Times Large. Letters can sized, rotated and shaped with 30 lettering frames such as arc, banner, wave and more.

New:

• Outline LetteringOutline lettering with a running stitch or satin stitch outline.


• Reads All Popular Home Embroidery Design FormatsAll popular formats accepted. Download designs from the Internet or work from a collection on CD, floppy disk or memory stick.


• Design BrowserThis function of the software provides for viewing several designs at one time, in order to scroll through and view design collections.


• Combine Designs Multiple designs can be combined into one design file using paste design or copy and paste.


• Convert Designs for Editing Convert popular home and commercial format designs into a format that can be edited with the advanced editing tools.


• Advanced Editing Tools Edit the shape of selected design sections. Edit the design stitch-by-stitch. Apply preset or custom fill types to the design.


• Advanced Fill Types Use preset fill patterns or created custom fill patterns for Freeform, Column, Motif, Elastic Step, Pattern step, and Random fill types.


• 3-D Realistic ViewThis function of the software provides a preview of the selected design in a manner such that the stitches appear on screen as they will when sewn out on the fabric.


• 3-D Realistic Print This function of the software provides for printing the 3-D realistic view. This is useful when creating placement templates.


• Change ColorsThis function of the software provides for selecting colors for an embroidery design. Software includes threadcharts, with color numbers, for several of the most popular brands of embroidery thread.

New:
Transmit design 3 waysEmbroidery designs can be transmitted to the Futura embroidery machine in 3 different ways. The design can be sent one color block at a time, the whole design can besent at one time or the design can be sent in one color.

New:
Trace DesignTrace the outline of the design in the embroidery hoop for more accurate design positioning.
Operates with Start/Stop ButtonUse the Start/Stop button to start machine. When it is desired to stop sewing, press the Start/Stop again to stop sewing and have the needle stop at its highest position.

Embroidery Block Indication and SelectionWhen sending the whole design at once to the Futura machine, design color blocks are indicated on the control panel display. To select a block push numerical selection button

• Move forward or Backwards through a designMove forward or backwards through the design using the Needle Stop position button or Reserve Stitch.


• 1 Degree Increment RotationRotate embroidery designs in increments as small as 1 degree for precise positioning.


• Reduce or Enlarge DesignWhen changing design size, the software automatically recalculates the stitch density.

New:
Automatic Software UpdatesThe latest software enhancements can be downloaded automatically or manually from within the Futura software

New:
Automatic Firmware UpdatesThe latest machine firmware enhancements can be downloaded automatically or manually from with in the Futura software.

2 Embroidery Hoops IncludedA large 4½” x 6¾” hoop and a smaller 3⅛” x 4¾” hoop included with the machine.

CD Video Tutorial Workbook available as optional purchase
A Compact Disk Video Tutorial/Workbook for the Futuraembroidery software is available. This CD tutorial helps guide you through use of the Futura software system operation and design creation. It also provides projects for embroidery and sewing on the Futura machine

Customer ServiceHelp is just a call or click away.Call 1-800-4SINGER, or visit www.singerco.com.

Accessories included: Embroidery & Darning Foot, General Purpose Foot, Zipper Foot, Special Purpose Foot, Buttonhole Foot, Button Sewing Foot, Blindstitch Hem Foot, Needles, Bobbins, Buttonhole Opener/Brush, Screwdriver (special) (large) and (small), Spool Cap (large) and (small)

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IMPORTANT NOTE If you are upgrading from a CE100 or CE200 and have any of the optional software (AutoPunch, Hyperfont, CrossStitch, or PhotoStitch) they are NOT compatible with the newer machines - CE150, CE250, or CE350.You must purchase the new versions of the optional software if you wish to continue using them with the new machines.