I would have to echo this advice. Never underestimate the value of customer service. So nice to be able to get help in person or be taught how to maintain good working order of your machine. A lot of local stores do offer this when you buy the machine from them.
Originally Posted by
Patti25314
It's really not so much what you buy as where you buy it. Try to get something from a local shop with a good service department - and possibly classes. Think of buying a sewing machine as you would a car. You need to take care of it, and you want a good service group behind you if you have any problems.