The Carina Evolution is a computer sewing machine with the latest processors, offering 4 memories, 406 stitches, an extra large information display and much more.
What is the scope of delivery?
If you look at the accessories of the Carina, you will almost be amazed. In addition to the sewing machine itself, these include the operating instructions, the warranty certificate, the foot control / power cable, an instruction DVD, a large table extension, the 64-piece sewing kit, a universal / all-purpose foot, a zipper foot, one buttonhole foot, one edge sewing foot, one blind stitch foot, one caterpillar sewing foot, one button sewing foot, one arrow separator/cleaning brush, one large and one small thread reel holder, one edge ruler, three bobbins, one large and one small sh […]
How is the processing?
The workmanship of the Carina sewing machine is impeccable, not only at first but also at second glance the machine appears durable and robust, buyers report on Amazon. We award 4 out of 5 stars.
Which functions are offered?
The Carina is a pick-and-pack full sewing machine with over 400 stitch functions including an extra large multifunctional display, which features quilt stitches, decorative stitches, overlock stitches, an automatic darning unit as well as numbers and monograms in handwriting. Furthermore, a needle threader, a thread cutter and an accessory compartment have been integrated. Stitches are selected via direct selection buttons, which saves time and is very easy. Also worth mentioning are the single step automatic buttonhole machine, the automatic needle threader, the infinitely variable speed control, the automatic thread tension and the infinitely variable adjustment of stitch length and stitch width (max. stitch length 4.5mm, max. stitch width 7.0 mm). We award 4 of 5 stars.
How is the handling?
The Carina wants to be a fully equipped sewing machine that is suitable for beginners and advanced sewers. Therefore, stitches and patterns can be stored and mirrored so that the integrated sewing advisor can recommend the right presser foot for each stitch. Afterwards it automatically sets the optimal stitch. The same applies to stitch length and width. However, one thing disturbed customers’ reviews on Amazon: although the variety of stitches and the sewing alphabet are top-notch, the limited stitch length thwarts the whole thing, as large monogram work is simply not possible. In addition, there are sometimes unclean stitch patterns, which is due to the faulty threading of the bobbin – a problem typical of Carina, as customers write in their reviews on Amazon. We award 3.5 of 5 stars.
What is the price/performance ratio?
Currently you can get the Evolution for 359 Euro in the online shop of Amazon. Due to the mentioned weaknesses, this is a little too expensive – despite the extensive equipment. We award 3.5 of 5 stars.
What is the conclusion?
Idea good, implementation unfortunately not quite successful. This is how we would like to describe Carina. We award a total of 4 out of 5 stars based on customer opinions and product description. At Amazon we currently find 30 customer reviews, which award an average of 3.6 stars.