Favorite sewing machine for quilters
#101
I do hand quilting. Have only quilted table runners on the machine. I have the Jamone 9000 and have really learned to appreciate it. I have a separate shop for sewing and wanted a good cheap machine for in the house when I wanted to do some quilt pieces etc.I bought a couple of the cheaper Brother machines, it didn't take me long to take them back to Walmart.
Went back to my Jamone and it sews like a dream.
Went back to my Jamone and it sews like a dream.
#102
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Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Denman Island, BC Canada
Posts: 190
After reading this thread, I must say I am curious as to why anyone would have multiple machines. You all must be much richer than me; I'll say that much. Please take this in the spirit with which it is intended.
#103
I have the Pfaff Expressions 4.0 which is just below the big embroidery machines. I bought this one because I would never ever use the embroidery of the next one up. I also have a 7550 at our mountain retreat, which was my second Pfaff. I love the built in walking foot. I hate the big clunky ones of other machines. I have a knee lift with mine but don't use it at all. Jan
#104
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Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Maryland
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Originally Posted by susieqwva
I recently purchased a Janome 7700 Horizon . . . . . and LOVE it! I also have a Janome Sewist 521 that I take to retreats because it is much smaller and easier to manage. Good luck! I know it is a difficult decision . . . . try different brands out, that's what helped me decide! My vote is for Janome!
#105
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Join Date: Feb 2010
Posts: 53
Did somebody say "you're worth it!". My Janome 9000 quit on me July 4th. It needed a new bobbin case. The repairman told me they're supposed to be changed every 5 years. Did any of you know that? Anyway, the next day I bought a Janome MC6000P -- the quilting machine!!!! It's a little heavy but sews beautifully. By the way, the 6500 is out-of-date I am told. The 6600 is so much better. Yes, I would recommend it.
Forgot to add, took my 9000 to my repairman on Tuesday and he called to say it was ready to pick up Wednesday afternoon. I had told him I had a class on Friday. He's great -- think I'll keep him.
My 6600 was purchased in San Marcos, CA at SewingMachinesPlus. You can look them up on line. Saved myself over $500 because I bought a table to go with it. Also nice people to deal with and they have great prices.
Forgot to add, took my 9000 to my repairman on Tuesday and he called to say it was ready to pick up Wednesday afternoon. I had told him I had a class on Friday. He's great -- think I'll keep him.
My 6600 was purchased in San Marcos, CA at SewingMachinesPlus. You can look them up on line. Saved myself over $500 because I bought a table to go with it. Also nice people to deal with and they have great prices.
#106
I love my Pfaff Varimatic 6085, just switch the feet and off I go. So far it has done everything I've asked of it. I wish it had a bigger throat, but I've decided it is going to be my sewing buddy for many years to come.
#107
Originally Posted by sparkys_mom
Originally Posted by bvillequilter
Hi All,
I really enjoy hearing from other quilters about their favorite make and model sewing machine for quiltmaking. I just sold my Bernina 820 machine. Although it is a fabulous machine for general sewing, including heirloom, garment, etc. I personally felt it was not the perfect choice for quilters. It does have a hugh harp which would entice you to think it answers all of us quilters' demands, but even the BSR works better on the 430/440, 630/640, 200/730 machines. I am currently using my Berina 230 machine which I absolutely love, but I don't feel it is suited to be a primary machine.
In addition to Bernina owners, I would love to hear from Janome, Pffaff and Viking owners.
In stitches,
Roberta in CNY
I really enjoy hearing from other quilters about their favorite make and model sewing machine for quiltmaking. I just sold my Bernina 820 machine. Although it is a fabulous machine for general sewing, including heirloom, garment, etc. I personally felt it was not the perfect choice for quilters. It does have a hugh harp which would entice you to think it answers all of us quilters' demands, but even the BSR works better on the 430/440, 630/640, 200/730 machines. I am currently using my Berina 230 machine which I absolutely love, but I don't feel it is suited to be a primary machine.
In addition to Bernina owners, I would love to hear from Janome, Pffaff and Viking owners.
In stitches,
Roberta in CNY
#108
I have a Viking Lily 550 which I bought about 13 years ago. I love my machine. Of course I'm not a super quilter and also do other small sewing projects so it suits me just fine. I'm sure now that I'm 29 (76) years old, I will never be able to afford another machine, much as I would love to have one of the more updated ones. If I do a really special quilt, I will definitely send it out to a LA for quilting.
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