Originally Posted by
yohkos
I quit quilting about 8 years ago. I also think quilters must be rich.
nor will I pay a week’s salary to have a quilt done.
unfortunately I don’t have a hubby or a daddy to throw money my way. The sales lady shows me $6,000 machines. Why in the world would most people need a machine like that. It must be fun to be rich..
Wow there is a lot of ugly envy in your words. I'm so sorry for you. I'm thinking if your weekly salary is approximately $300 (the price of longarming a king size quilt in my area) you probably need a better job!
I stand on my own two strong feet, I do not have a daddy or hubby who "throw money my way", I earn my own money.
Originally Posted by
sewbizgirl
It takes a little ingenuity, but sitting around complaining won't get you there. Sewing machine died and you can't afford the $6000 replacement? Then what are you doing in the new machine store?
I agree! At one point I owned 7 machines and only bought
one of them brand new. I have an awesome Brother 1500 I purchased gently used for $400. It retails for $700-$800, depending on where you get it. You don't need $6000 to buy a new machine! And 2 weeks ago, I bought another Brother 1500 to be used as a backup for my first one, and also for my mom and friends to sew on when they come visit me. I paid $150 for it on FB Marketplace. There are bargains galore if you are patient, know your price point, and are ready to jump when you find the right machine.
Originally Posted by
sewbizgirl
The women on this board (and some men...) are a resourceful and creative bunch. You won't find much sympathy here in complaining you don't have a sugar daddy to buy things for you.
Agree 100%. Many here have already detailed how a person who is truly motivated can find deals.