Originally Posted by
nanna-up-north
don't you think I need one of those??
I've had one since Feb and didn't use it because it's tan coloured. Tried it for the first time about a month ago and I'm a convert. Best sewing machine I've used so far. Effortlessly glides through anything I threw at it. Only tried it because everything else failed to sew nicely through multiple layers of denim. The 201 went through it like a hot knife through butter, so yes, you need one. They go for $10.50 and up in Australia (the $10.50 one came with a cabinet! Love eBay sometimes). I wouldn't pay more than about $30, but only because they're so common, but brilliant machine and a perfect stitch. Get one that has accessories (blind stitcher, zigzagger and buttonholer are all good), which will be worth paying more for.