{"product_id":"brother-gs3700-sewing-machine","title":"Brother GS3700 Sewing Machine","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe GS3700 is the workhorse of the mechanical range.\u003c\/strong\u003e Thirty-seven stitches, a solid feel under your hands, and enough range to take you from mending to real dressmaking without ever needing a screen.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWho this machine is for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRegular home sewists\u003c\/strong\u003e who have outgrown a 14- or 17-stitch machine.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight dressmaking and home décor\u003c\/strong\u003e — garments, cushions, curtains, kids' clothes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePeople who prefer dials to menus.\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanical means fewer things to go wrong.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eProbably not for you if\u003c\/em\u003e you want computerised stitch selection, lettering or one-step buttonholes — look at the A16 or FS60X.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat it does well\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e37 built-in stitches — a genuinely useful spread of utility, stretch and decorative options\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eButtonhole function\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDrop-in top-load bobbin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree arm for sleeves, cuffs and trouser hems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSturdy build that keeps the needle stable at speed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMachine type\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMechanical\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-in stitches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e37\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStitch selection\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDial\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBobbin\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDrop-in, top load\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFree arm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eYes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWarranty\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1 year carry-in (Brother South Africa)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe complete factory spec sheet for this model is published by \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brother.co.za\/en\/support\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBrother South Africa\u003c\/a\u003e. If there is a specific measurement you need before you buy, ask us and we will confirm it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGS3700 machine, foot pedal and power cord\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStandard presser foot set\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBobbins, needles and basic tool kit\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust cover and manual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarranty, service \u0026amp; training\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e1-year Brother carry-in warranty\u003c\/strong\u003e, automatic from date of purchase. No registration required.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eServicing and repairs.\u003c\/strong\u003e We are a retailer, not a service centre — repairs go to Brother-authorised service partners around the country. Email us and we will point you to your nearest one.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTraining.\u003c\/strong\u003e Hands-on lessons available through our partner, Brother \u0026amp; Empisal Machines CC in Durban.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree resources.\u003c\/strong\u003e Manuals, FAQs and videos from \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.brother.co.za\/en\/support\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eBrother South Africa support\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDelivery\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDispatched within 1–3 business days of payment clearing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDelivered in 2–7 business days, anywhere in South Africa\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSignature required on delivery. Collection can be arranged on request.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eQuestions people ask\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs 37 stitches actually useful, or is it marketing?\u003c\/strong\u003e The utility stitches you will use weekly are maybe six of them. The rest matter when you start doing stretch seams, blind hems and decorative edges — which is exactly when people outgrow a 14-stitch machine.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMechanical or computerised?\u003c\/strong\u003e Mechanical is simpler, cheaper to keep running and perfectly capable. Computerised gives you one-step buttonholes, precise stitch settings and often lettering. Neither is \"better\" — it depends on what you make.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStill deciding?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCall or WhatsApp \u003cstrong\u003e076 513 9007\u003c\/strong\u003e or email \u003ca href=\"mailto:naeemn@ninaventures.com\"\u003enaeemn@ninaventures.com\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Brother","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":45522152128621,"sku":"GS3700","price":4700.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0726\/5261\/9885\/files\/gs3700.jpg?v=1785339498","url":"https:\/\/theembroideryhouse.co.za\/products\/brother-gs3700-sewing-machine","provider":"The Embroidery House","version":"1.0","type":"link"}