This machine is the perfect machine for everyday sewing and mending on everything from durable outdoor fabrics to lightweight elegant silks. Including a metal needle plate for smoother fabric feeding, and heavyweight needles, the ST371HD "Strong and Tough" can handle layers of heavier fabrics. Also included are 37 utility and decorative stitches for blind hems, stretch stitches, buttonholes, zipper insertion and more. Plus there is a auto-size 1 step buttonholer. This machine come complete with 6 sewing feet including a spring action zigzag foor, nonstick, blind stitch, zipper, buttonhole and button sewing feet. Plus, the drop feed feature allows you to do free-motion sewing. Includes a built-in easy needle threader and jam-resistant Quick-Set drop-in top bobbin. Included is an instructional DVD.