I have been in the thrift store in Jasper, but, they hardly ever have any sewing stuff. I have several machines, 1 Brother 1500, I quilt on. A singer 500A, 503A, 328K, 237, 201, JC Penny, Wizard, Viking 6020, singer 127 Treadle. My favorite is the 201. The thrift store in Midfield (close to Bham) usually has nice fabric, and that is where I bought my 201 w/cabinet for $50.