Originally Posted by pollym44
Ladies, my son is buying me a new sewing/quilting machine. Don't know the best one to buy. I love quilting, but can't afford a long-arm. Need one that is easy to quilt on, any suggestions?? HELP!!!
I would suggest going around to different shops and trying out machines that fit your price point. Everyone can advise you on the machines they love but you will be using this machine and you need to meld with your machine sort of become one with it.
Make sure whatever shop you go to will provide lessons for you. Most of them are free of charge when you purchase the machine from them. Also check out the warranty, the friendliness of the shop/staff. Browse around and see how they relate to other customers. You want to do business where they will take care of you before, during and most of all after the sale.
Take in some squares of muslin & batting so you can try the machines and check the stitches on them. Write on the back which machine and any thoughts you may have. That way you can refer to them before you make your decision. Don't make a rush decison nor allow them to make you feel like you have to decide right this moment.
Make it an adventure and you'll have the time of your life especially knowing you took your time, looked at a variety of machines and chose the one that worked best for you.