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Originally Posted by
Cari-in-Oly
You can get a quality machine without the cost of a big name. Look at the Eversewn machines -
http://www.eversewn.com/
They have a store locator on their web site maybe there is something close enough to you to test it out. I just looked at one version today and I'm considering the Sparrow 30, which has the thread cutter. If you don't find it local it is on sale for $399 here:
http://store.thequiltshow.com/product-p/es30.htm
I just bought a Sparrow 30 and did a test run. So far, so good. I am going to take it to a group meeting on Thursday and see how it performs. I love how light it is and still has a metal frame.
Here is the link to the store locator:
http://www.eversewn.com/storelocator/. It looks like there are a few dealers within 50 miles of Maryland.