Brother A16 Computerised Sewing Machine

The A16 is where computerised sewing starts. You pick a stitch on an LCD instead of guessing at a dial, the machine sets it correctly, and your seams get noticeably more consistent — without paying for features you will not use yet.

Who this machine is for

• Sewists moving up from mechanical who want precision without complexity.
• Garment makers and beginner quilters who need stitch settings they can repeat exactly.
• Anyone who has fought a 4-step buttonhole and does not want to again.

Probably not for you if you need a large workspace for quilts — the A150 or F420 give you more room and more stitches.

What it does well

• Computerised stitch selection on an LCD screen — you see exactly what is set
• Repeatable stitch length and width settings
• Buttonhole function
• Drop-in top-load bobbin
• Free arm for cuffs and sleeves

At a glance

Need an exact figure — stitch count, throat width, speed — before you commit? Ask us and we will confirm it against the factory sheet.

What's in the box

• A16 machine, foot pedal and power cord
• Standard presser foot set
• Bobbins, needles and tool kit
• Dust cover and manual

Warranty, service & training

• 1-year Brother carry-in warranty, automatic from purchase, no registration needed.
• Servicing and repairs are handled by Brother-authorised service partners nationwide — we will point you to your nearest.
• Training available through our partner Brother & Empisal Machines CC in Durban.
• Free manuals, FAQs and videos from Brother South Africa support.

Delivery

• Dispatched within 1–3 business days of payment clearing
• Delivered in 2–7 business days, anywhere in South Africa
• Signature required on delivery. Collection can be arranged on request.

Questions people ask

Is computerised harder to learn? No — usually easier. The screen tells you what the machine is doing instead of you interpreting a dial.

Will it handle denim? Occasional light denim, yes. Regular heavy denim work belongs on the FS60X with its metal frame.

Can I quilt on it? Small quilts and blocks, comfortably. Full-size quilts want the larger workspace of the F420.

Still deciding?

Call or WhatsApp 076 513 9007 or email naeemn@ninaventures.com.