Go Back  Quiltingboard Forums > Main
I want a embroidery machine...LQS trying to talk me into 300E Janome >

I want a embroidery machine...LQS trying to talk me into 300E Janome

I want a embroidery machine...LQS trying to talk me into 300E Janome

Thread Tools
 
Old 06-14-2011, 05:39 AM
  #51  
Senior Member
 
katieranch's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Williams, AZ
Posts: 604
Default

I love Janome!
katieranch is offline  
Old 06-14-2011, 05:39 AM
  #52  
Senior Member
 
vickimc's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2010
Location: South Carolina
Posts: 853
Default

what ever you do, you need at least a 5X7 hoop area. most embroideries are made for that now. and you will like it better.
vickimc is offline  
Old 06-14-2011, 05:42 AM
  #53  
Senior Member
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Lake, MS
Posts: 627
Default

I got talked into a Bro. PE770D. I had nothing but prob. and I still don't like it. $750. It may be the operator.
I would def. recommend a 5 x 7 or larger hoop. Get the right kind of thread, stableizer, and some instructions (not just the manuals). I don't think it is good idea, unless you have a lot of money, to go with a very expensive machine at first. You can always upgrade later if you want to.
MS quilter is offline  
Old 06-14-2011, 05:43 AM
  #54  
Member
 
Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Delaware
Posts: 41
Default

I have a Deco 600 got it at our Bernina store. Does a 4 x 4 field also have a larger hoop so that you can do a second or continous design without rehooping. Works beautifully also lots of designs and the Magic Box which converts designs to the computerized reader card. Selling it for $175.00. I recently did get a larger 5 x7 machine. Would like to sell it and have someone else enjoy it as a starter. PM me if interested..
Bcfernurse is offline  
Old 06-14-2011, 06:24 AM
  #55  
Senior Member
 
Bonnie P's Avatar
 
Join Date: Jul 2010
Location: Corning NY
Posts: 532
Default

Love my 300E and once you start using an embroidery machine you will become addicted!
Bonnie P is offline  
Old 06-14-2011, 06:26 AM
  #56  
Super Member
 
Join Date: Sep 2010
Location: Ohio
Posts: 1,322
Default

I have a Janome 350E and am very happy with it. It has both a 3x5 and 5x7 hoop.
Bonbonary is offline  
Old 06-14-2011, 06:27 AM
  #57  
Member
 
Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Perry, Iowa
Posts: 57
Default

It depends on what and how much you are going to embroider. My first emb machine was a 300E. If your aim is
to do occasional emb it will be a great machine. However, if
you intend to do a lot of shirts or hats for hire it will be very
time consuming. Do make sure you price the software as well as the machine. THat price seems high without any soft
ware. I currently have a brother 6 needle, use it daily and love it.
sosew4fun
sosew4fun is offline  
Old 06-14-2011, 06:29 AM
  #58  
Member
 
blisterful's Avatar
 
Join Date: Feb 2011
Location: Redding
Posts: 56
Default

I have a Bernina 180 w/embroidery attachment and many feet and extras, like a multi-thread spool holder that attaches to machine. I have had trouble my serviceman fixing the timing, and I have given up. As there isn't another Bernina serviceman in area, I just want to sell machine. Anyhow, I can probably undercut any deal you are offered even with shipping cost.
blisterful is offline  
Old 06-14-2011, 06:32 AM
  #59  
Super Member
 
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Sweet Home Alabama
Posts: 3,179
Default

I have all Brother Embroidery machines. I started out with the 8500 and then bought the 400D because of the Pooh Disney designs and could use Disney cards and now have the Innovis 1500D, which I love. I started embroidering in 2000. Love all my machines.
TacoMama is offline  
Old 06-14-2011, 06:33 AM
  #60  
Power Poster
 
Join Date: May 2008
Location: FL
Posts: 16,574
Default

From personal experience, I would look for one with a UBS port and a larger sewing field than 4 x 4. You can download soooo many more designs that way. You have to buy the cards and transfer equipment to transfer otherwise.

I have a Brother PE770 and an Bernina 640 both wiht USB ports.
sewnsewer2 is offline  
Related Topics
Thread
Thread Starter
Forum
Replies
Last Post
jdiane318
Main
4
03-09-2011 06:32 AM
english rose
Main
4
08-26-2008 10:50 AM

Posting Rules
You may not post new threads
You may not post replies
You may not post attachments
You may not edit your posts

BB code is On
Smilies are On
[IMG] code is On
HTML code is On
Trackbacks are Off
Pingbacks are Off
Refbacks are Off



FREE Quilting Newsletter