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Old 07-19-2010, 08:10 PM
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Hi
I'm looking to upgrade from a 20 year old basic sewing machine to a sewing quilting machine. Any advice? I'm almost over the sticker shock. I would like a machine I can use from start to finish .... Quilt blocks to quilting the layers. One machine that appears to meet my needs is the Brother innov-is NX2000.

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Old 07-19-2010, 08:48 PM
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I am partial to the Janome brand 6500, 6600 6700
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Old 07-19-2010, 09:13 PM
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Originally Posted by Annaquilts
I am partial to the Janome brand 6500, 6600 6700
Ditto-I have the 6600. If I had the $$ I'd get the Horizon.
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Old 07-19-2010, 09:38 PM
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It's a good idea to look on the net for reviews of the specific brand and model of machine you are considering. Sometimes you can find them on Amazon.

http://www.patternreview.com is also a good place to find actual user reviews of specific brands and models. I couldn't find your exact model there, but found this one:

http://sewing.patternreview.com/Sewi.../Review/1/3534
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Old 07-19-2010, 09:38 PM
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Bernina. Hands down.
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Old 07-20-2010, 01:16 AM
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Do you have different dealers near you so you can try out a few brands? There isn't much of a choice where I live, luckily it's Viking and that's what I have and love. I know if I drove an hour or two I'd have more options. But if I have a problem, I surely don't want a long commute to go get it fixed or just for advice. Just something to consider. :)
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While looking be sure and check out a Juki 98Q.I just love mine.
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The Juki TL98E is another workhorse.
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Old 07-20-2010, 06:36 AM
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I also love my Viking for quilting, I have an old New Home I love for piecing.
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Old 07-20-2010, 06:44 AM
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Another Janome lover! Plus, the dealer I work with is wonderful!
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