At the beginning of shelter-in-place orders in March, many of the most popular sewing machine models flew off the shelves and went out of stock as people turned to hobbies they could do at home.

The best sewing machines are workhorses that can do it all: mend holes on clothes, make fun costumes, piece together quilts and craft scrunchies, for starters. What’s more, they’re built to last. Case ...

Whether you’re a seasoned sewer who can whip up a garment in no time or you’re new to the hobby and looking to improve, it’s important to have the right sewing machine. You should look for a machine ...