In recent years, the fashion industry and because one of the biggest industries in Nigeria generating millions of dollars annually.
To thrive in this business is not only dependent on your ability and skill but also the kind of sewing machine you are using.
If you want to start your own fashion design business, it’s important that you are equip yourself with all the necessary information about the business especially the most important tools for the business which is the sewing machine.
There are different sewing machines and their prices are not the same. These sewing machines are manufactured based on the choice of the tailor and their budget.
All sewing machines do not work the same way, the way they are designed to operate is different. Some are faster and will sew the clothes quicker and more smoothly while others might take a longer time to get the job done.
Types of Sewing Machines in Nigeria
In Nigeria, there are currently five major types of sewing machine, they are;
- Electrical/Electronic Sewing Machine
- Mechanical/Hand Sewing Machine
- Overlock Sewing Machine or Serger
- Computerized Sewing Machine
- Embroidery Sewing Machine
- Electric/Electronic Sewing Machine
Electric/Electronic sewing machine
This is is one of the most advanced sewing machines. This particular machines works with electricity and does the sewing fast and efficient.
This is mostly used by professionals, and if you are a professional, you should consider getting this sewing machine.
This sewing machine is one of the most expensive sewing machines out there on the market.
You need electricity to work with this sewing machine so if you do not have constant electricity in your place of work then you would need a generator.
Mechanical/Hand Sewing Machine
Mechanical/Hand sewing machine is operated manually and is mostly used by beginners.
This is the most common sewing machine in Nigeria and it’s almost in all the tailoring shops in the country.
The reason why this is the most common sewing machine in the country is because is one of the cheapest sewing machines in the market and it doesn’t rely on electricity to work.
Overlock Sewing Machine
Overlock sewing machine is used by professionals to give finishing touch and also to join the edges of materials together.
This sewing machine is used mostly by garment making companies. Overlock sewing machine is used for overlocking on pillow covers as well as edging fabrics like elastic seaming in lingerie designing, elastic Hemming, edging napkins or edging curtains.
Computerized Sewing Machine
This is one of the most advanced or sophisticated sewing machines. It’s designed for highly skilled professionals who can operate it and use it efficiently.
This sewing machine is controlled by an in-built computer system and with this machine sewing is extremely easy.
Embroidery Sewing Machine
This sewing machine is used to make embroidery patterns and designs on fabrics.
Although most electronic sewing machines can also do this but an embroidering presser foot must be attached to the machine for it to do it.
Embroidery sewing machines are also more expensive than the hand or mechanical sewing machine.
They are also designed for professionals and they so fabrics more efficiently and neatly as well.
There are other types of sewing machines in Nigeria, they include
- Industrial Sewing Machine
- Fast Seam Sewing Machine
- Mini/Portable Sewing Machine
- Furriery Sewing Machine
How Much are Sewing Machines in Nigeria?
There are different types of sewing machines in Nigeria as we have mentioned above and they do not perform the same work and their prices are also different. Below are the prices of sewing machines in Nigeria;
Domestic Sewing Machines
Twolion Domestic Sewing Machine (small table): From ₦52,000 – ₦55,000
Butterfly Multi-stitch Portable Sewing Machine (8190): From ₦52,000 – ₦55,000.
Butterfly Domestic Sewing Machine (Small Table): From ₦54,000 – ₦57,000
Twolion Domestic Sewing Machine (Big Table ): From ₦54,000 – ₦57,000
Butterfly Domestic Sewing Machine (Big Table): From ₦57,000 – ₦50,000
Industrial Sewing Machines
Brother Industrial Straight Sewing (Used): From ₦80,000 – ₦85,000.
Sumo Premium Industrial Straight Machine: From ₦95,000 – ₦90,000
Twolion Industrial Straight Sewing Machine: From ₦95,000 – ₦90,000
Hudong Industrial Straight Sewing Machine: From ₦100,000 – ₦115,000
Emel Industrial Straight Sewing Machine: From ₦115,000 – ₦120,000
Twolion Direct-drive Industrial Sewing Machine: From ₦150,000
Overlock Sewing Machines
Hudong 3-thread Overlock Sewing Machine: From ₦125,000 – ₦130,000
Twolion 3-thread Overlock Sewing Machine: From ₦115,000 – ₦120,000
Hudong 4-thread Overlock Sewing Machine: From ₦118,000 – ₦125,000
Twolion 4-thread Overlock Sewing Machine: From ₦118,000 – ₦125,000
Emel 3-thread Overlock Sewing Machine: From ₦120,000 – ₦135,000
Twolion 5-thread Overlock Sewing Machine: From ₦130,000 – ₦140,000
Emel 4-thread Overlock Sewing Machine: From ₦1115,000 – ₦125,000
Hudong Direct-drive Overlock Machine: From ₦160,000
Things to Consider Before Buying a Sewing Machine
Before Buying a sewing machine there are some things you should know because they will help you choose the right sewing machine.
For instance, the more expensive the sewing machine the better the quality because no cheap sewing machine can do the work of an expensive and high quality sewing machine.
Manufacturer: There are several manufacturers on the market with good reputation so before you purchase any sewing machine make sure it’s one of the top manufacturers product.
Vertical Shuttle: One of the most common mistakes people make when purchasing a sewing machine is buying horizontal shuttle for vertical shuttle. So, be sure of the one you want before making payment for the sewing machine
Conclusion
There are different types of sewing machine in Nigeria and as mentioned above, their prices are not the same.
However, some of them do not worth the price they are tagged with so make sure you get the sewing machine with a good reputation. With the information on this article, it’s easy to get the best sewing machine in the country.