Originally Posted by
scrapnut
High end machines are nice, but quite honestly you only need a machine with straight stitch capabilities to successfully complete a quilt. I am sewing on a Brother Embroidery\Sewing machine I only paid $400.00. This is my third sewing machine. It is a great, easy to operate machine. Since she is just beginner I would encourage her to begin with a simple, easy to operate machine. Technology is great, but sometimes with high tech comes high frustration.
I would like to echo this observation. I have been in classes with others who have very hi-tech machines that have kept them busy most of the class figuring out how to use, instead of working on their project. A basic machine which works well, has a few features and doesn't run away with her would be the way to go IMHO.