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Sewing Machine Recommendation
I had a bug to do machine embroidery so I splurged on a used Brother sewing/ embroidery that I now use when I can! I'm rambling, but if you have any ...
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- I would suggest a Viking, Pfaff, Bernina or Elna. Like the other poster said, a used one is a good idea (so long as it is a good brand). I have a top-of-the-line Eln...
- Hi there - I'd really suggest buying a decent used machine - brand names like Pfaff, Elna, etc. The salesperson where I went - Suburban Sew & Vac in Lisle told me some...
- I have a new machine I purchased many years ago...i don't know how to use it...I would be more than willing to sell it to you..It's not a major brand..I bought it at A...
Sewing Machine?
I got a sewing machine from my husband. He got me a Brother (I forget the model number). .... embroidery sewing machines · email machine ...
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- L. - I just started sewing a few years ago. I bought my Brother machine at Walmart (August 2005). It cost about $250. It has been wonderful and does everything I ne...
- I got a sewing machine from my husband. He got me a Brother (I forget the model number). It is the semi-basic one. He got it at Bernia of Frisco (which is no longer...
- Hi L., I got an $88.00 Singer machine at Target. I don't sew that often, but when I do I do big projects like slip covers, curtains, and mending. Mine has a button ho...
Buying Sewing / Quilting Machine
My mom and aunt both do a lot of quilting,sewing and embroidery. My sister also does these they all have Bernina. I have a brother. These machines are good ...
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- Hi V., Singer is no longer the best machine. It is not made the same way as in the past (nothing is anymore). I would recommend a Bernina. There are many good us...
- There is a little sewing machine/vaccuum shop in McKinney that sells sewing machines , but they won't sell Singer, because they aren't a good sewing machine (their fi...
- I have a 17 year old Kenmore that I had rarely used except for mending. When I decided I wanted to learn to quilt about 3 years ago, I asked the quilting teacher (I h...
Sewing Maching : Advice Please
Unless you plan on doing machine embroidery, it's definitely not worth it. ... Not all sewing machines are worth buying! Singer used to be the best but when ...
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- I inherited an older kenmore from a friend of our family. The grandmother was a seamstress. It has cams for different stitches, but I don't normally fiddle with them. ...
- You may want to go to a sewing machine shop and ask about their used ones, they are usually cheaper. Ask alot of questions. Not all sewing machines are worth buying! S...
- Hi! My degree and background are in fashion design and I have done a TON of sewing. What I have found is that the cheaper the machine, the more the trouble. If your...
Need Info/opinions on Sewing Machines
I have been looking at sewing machines but I dont know whats a good brand or what I need in one. ... Any Recommendations on an Embroidery Machine? ...
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- I got a Brother brand machine from Walmart for my wedding and I love it! My aunt bought it for me, and she is a big time sewer! I just sew simple things like baby cl...
- Hi J., I have used a Singer all my life. I have been sewing for about 30 years making clothes for me, my kids and my grandchildren and have been very happy with my S...
- Bernina machines are far superior. I've tried many other machines and have had so many malfunctions it made sewing less of a hobby and more of a nightmare. They are ...
Sewing Machine
The Elna sewing machines are great. The Viking are great as well. I have owned both. Go to a larger type .... Any Recommendations on an Embroidery Machine? ...
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- I tend to like Singers. If you can afford the ones with the automatic designs, you will be much happier. As you do more sewing you will enjoy the preset designs. ...
- If your not trying to be a professional seamstress then go for something affordable. I have a brother which I got from Wal-mart. This is my second brother and prior to...
- I am a big fan of the Pfaff. I had one for 22 years and just upgraded to the new model last year. I never had a problem with it and it's easy to use. I bought my la...
Sewing Machine
Read all 6 responses: "I need help with picking out a sewing machine I want something simple but yet something that will ... Know Anything About Embroidery? ...
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- I just got a new sewing machine for christmas from my husband. He got mine from WalMart, it is a singer and I think he paid like 90 something for it but it is so easy ...
- I also have a Brother machine from Walmart that I just got. I paid close to $100 for it but I needed a triple stitch feature for my business sewing. If not for that ...
- I bought one of the basic Elna models at the State Fair a couple of years back and I LOVE it. My mom had an Elna for about 25 years that was my grandmothers and it st...
Baby Shower Full of Suprises :)
She set up a table of embroidery threads and extra fabric scraps. There may have been some shape stencils available, too. She had her sewing machine out. ...
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- Happy New Year and congratulations on your pregnancy! I've just moved back to this area from two years in New Mexico and am a doula and Birthing From Within childbirt...
- Tell her the shower is on one date so she will be expecting it. Then, really plan the shower for another date before than. Invite her to lunch, dinner, whatever on the...
- Oh, I love baby showers! I think for a baby shower full of suprises I would have a pinata and put non baby items in there and non pinata things in there (girly things,...
Stay at Home Mom Advice
EDIT: One thing I am good at and enjoy is sewing, but I'm not sure what kind of call there is for that ...... embroidery sewing machines · stay home mom ...
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- You may have already been advised of this, but have you considered childcare out of your home? For the amount you want to contribute you would only need to watch maybe...
- My opinion is that anyone can make it work at staying home with the kids. I was always at home the first year or more with each of our three kids. I did do some book...
- We have three children (and one on the way), so I know what you mean about childcare costing more than you'd make at a job! I think if you keep a sense of humor, don'...
Getting a Start on Christmas Gifts - Handmade for Little Kids
I am acquiring a sewing machine in the coming months. ... hw about some pajamas? and some homemade dolls? you can also embroider each girls name onto her ...
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- Hi, I am not the best sewer but made a new covers and pillowcases to match for their beds with sheets that I sewed together like a duvet. You could also make little pu...
- HI K.. I love handmade gifts! I loved someone's idea for pajamas. There's such cute fabric out there. You should check out Etsy. They sell things on there but you...
- I blog about stuff I make for kids. Some things I've made that my kids really enjoy playing with are felt board activities and felt food: http://thriftycraftmama.bl...
