Originally Posted by
Maureen NJ
I don't know about a sewing machine, but I've been told that is true when buying some things from Home Depot vs. small businesses. Eg, bath fixtures and appliances. So I don't know about the sewing machine. Anyways, I would only buy from a reputable store which is not far away so you can take advantage of classes and will be close for servicing and remedying any problems.
You are talking about a company that has its own distributors. Many of the brands found at Home Depot are Home Depot products, made specifically for them. They will not be the same as what Joe's Plumbing has, unless he buys from HOme Depot.