Originally Posted by
Cecilia S.
Do you mind if I ask, what is a "homing" machine? Also, what do you mean by left homing?
Sorry, this might be a really basic thing but I have not heard the term before. Thanks in advance!
Some Japanese made, zig zag machines have this feature. There is no center needle position. Most machines when set at straight stitch go in the center of the foot. Left homing machines set at straight stitch, are on the left. This is not ideal for quilters and imagine trying to quilt or do a stitch in the ditch with it. They're great machines for general sewing, however like apparel, bags etc. And are quality machines. Just not a favorite with quilters.
If you scroll down to the pink Morse, Bonnie Hunter talks about it
http://quiltville.blogspot.com/2012/...er-beware.html
And here is a close up of a left homing machine. See what I mean about a 1/4" seam running on only one feed dog? For a 5/8" clothing/apparel seam the machine is a good option. For trying to get accurate points or intricate piecing? Not so much.
http://blog.artisanatheart.com/wp-co...2/DSCF6218.jpg