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01-26-2008, 06:59 PM | #1 |
My Tiny Treasures Donating Member | Need help buying a sewing machine HI, I'm thinking of buying a sewing machine. I have 2 OLD ones...but I don't know how to use them and I'm thinking of just buying new. So I'm a TOTAL beginner (don't even know how to thread the needle)! I looking for suggestions of what I should buy. I want simple...but something thats going to grow with me, as I learn. I'd also like something that I'm able to sew fsoft fleece with and t shirt type material too. Any suggestions for me? |
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01-26-2008, 07:02 PM | #2 |
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| Go to a JoAnnes if you have one in your town. They are very helpful and knowledgable. I got a Husqivarna(I know I spelled that wrong). They said that it is much better than a singer and the model I got is great for general use and quilting. Plus, they give lessons!!!!!!!!!! |
01-27-2008, 05:50 AM | #3 |
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| I would be very interested in the replies also. I have always wanted to learn how to sew and do not know the first thing about sewing machines. There just seems to be so many choices available with so many options that it is just a little overwhelming. I think to begin with a simple, easy to use machine for just everyday use ...such as repairs and perhaps making a few Yorkie items would be best without all those extra features. |
01-27-2008, 06:13 AM | #4 |
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| I just bought a sewing machine last week.i got it from a private business its a kenmore.nothing fansty.iam a beginner also never sewed in my life.when i went looking i told them that walmart had one on sale i was thinking about buying and they told me not to buy from a retail store because they were all plastic inside and they cant get replace parts if some thing was to happen.plus they offered free lessons witch i start tues im very excited.so iguess if you have any sewing businesses in your area you might want to check them first and see what they have to offer.good luck to you |
01-27-2008, 09:14 AM | #5 |
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| I have a Huqvarna Viking Emerald I83. Before that I had a Singer I got from Walmart for about 200 and it was just a constant headache for me. I've heard some have had good luck with them, but not me unfortunately Good luck with finding your perfect machine! |
02-02-2008, 06:20 AM | #6 |
My Tiny Treasures Donating Member | Few more questions With the newer machines...are the threading and bobbin process simpler??? I have two OLD machines I've aquired and can't make the bobin work worht a darn and I even have the manual to the one. Also, is there a "special" type of machine I need to sew fleece and t shirt material? Whats a serger???? |
02-02-2008, 06:24 AM | #7 |
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| My daughters got Brother's machines from Walmart. They are inexpensive but have a lot of settings on them. |
02-02-2008, 06:27 AM | #8 | |
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As for your old machines if you don't have the manual and aren't sure how to thread it, chances are you aren't doing it right. Sometimes you can find the manuals for old machines on the internet. | |
02-02-2008, 06:34 AM | #9 | |
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02-02-2008, 06:34 AM | #10 | |
My Tiny Treasures Donating Member | Quote:
I have the manual for 1 of the machine and have it threaded, its the bobbin I'm having issues with. Are they easier on the new machines? I seen the Brothers at Walmart. Are your girls liking it???? Are they beginners? | |
02-02-2008, 06:41 AM | #11 |
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| Just saw your thread. I have a Bernina, which I love! I only had a problem with the bobbin once and found that I had put the bobbin in the bobbin case backwards! Turned it around and it worked fine. Good luck!
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02-02-2008, 07:12 AM | #12 |
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| At the present time I have a Singer XL-6000 that I use for embroidery and I have a Singer Quantam 9910 that I use for every day sewing. In the past I owned a Husqvarna #1+ . For general sewing, heirloom sewing and lace making, yu can't beat the Husq. I found the Husq a bit harder to use and I HATED the embroidery functions. The best advice I can give you is to go to a store that caries a vairety of brands and then take some time playing with each one that is within your budget. If the people in the store are "snotty" then go somewhere else. Above all you want to be sure that the store you buy your new machine from ar friendly and helpful and not "Holier than Thou". |
02-02-2008, 07:18 AM | #13 |
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| I've had several sewing machines in my lifetime, the latest is a Ferry Morse that has lasted 30 years. I'm not going to be doing any embroidery, and I have talked to several people who sew for a living. My sister has her own business (custom window treatments) and has spent several thousand dollars on a really fancy machine that she hates. She went back to a high-end Kenmore and says she'll never use anything else again. She has 2 sergers ( as do I, for t-shirts and stuff) After talking to her and spending time with her machine, I agree. I just ordered a Kenmore and am expecting it anyday now. I'm positive I'll love it. It has an automatic threading function for us old farts with bad eyes and all the stitches you could ask for. It also does buttonholes and it's simple enough for a beginner to enjoy.
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02-02-2008, 07:23 AM | #14 | |
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T shirt fabric and fleece don't frey so it isn't necessary to do anything with the seams if you don't want to. I don't know how old your machine is, or what the bobin is like, but they really aren't difficult. All machines are different. The bobin thread also has tension on it, so if it's not loaded right, you will have a "mell of a hess". | |
02-02-2008, 07:30 AM | #15 | |
My Tiny Treasures Donating Member | Thanks for the info! Can you share which kenmore your getting? Quote:
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