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what is your favourite sewing machine for workshops

Old 11-25-2010, 01:15 PM
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I am looking for new machine to take to workshops. Any suggestions.
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Old 11-25-2010, 02:17 PM
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Originally Posted by Margaret McBride
I am looking for new machine to take to workshops. Any suggestions.
I use a Janome Gem. It.s very light but very efficient little work horse. I.ve had it for about 5yrs and it cost £99. Certainly had my moneys worth!! :thumbup:
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Old 11-25-2010, 03:05 PM
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Have heard many good things about the Gems from quilters here, but my baby of choice is an old Singer Featherweight. I learned to sew on one, then Dad sold it at auction after Mom passed and he was downsizing, making room for my stepmom. Someone got a real steal there for $150! I bought mine on eBay for $260 (shipping included). Can't ask for a nicer stitch for piecing!
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Old 11-25-2010, 03:26 PM
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I used a Jem Gold for several years. Now leave it at my son's home so I can sew when I visit
Bought a Jem Platinum for workshops - has a needle down button
Both are great little light weight full function machines.
Even quilted some lap quilts on the Gold.
Recommend them both with no reservations
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Old 11-25-2010, 03:34 PM
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I am so hoping it will be my new FW, before that it was my Pfaff 947 Hobbymatic, it is the lightest of my Pfaffs
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I use a vintage Singer 301. weighs a little more than a Featherweight, but perfectly portable and dependable. and much less $$. I also have several 221s & rotate them so each gets used during the year. friend has the Janome Gold and really likes it.
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I have a Jem Gold which I have had for some years. Still enjoy it for classes and workshops. I have a Featherweight but it is heavier and I am handicapped and can manage the Jem better.
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I have the Jem Gold 2 and its okay for workshops, but I much prefer one of my Featherweights.
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Old 11-25-2010, 10:08 PM
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I use a Featherweight for classes, etc. LOVE it!!!
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Brother Nouvelle 1500s.
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