Sewing Machine
#11
Test drive is the best way -also find a great dealer that will help you through the learning process - I have a Husqvarna/Viking - my first nice machine and love it. Make sure you let us know what you got.
#15
I went test driving with an adamant plan for a Janome. Instead I came home with a Babylock Elizabeth that I lllooovvvveeee. They are all great brands, I think it just matters to find which one works best for you.
#16
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any machine with a nice even straight stitch can be used to quilt with- try out as many machines you can find-in your price range then choose the one you like best-
it is nice if the dealer you work with offers free owners classes for your new machine- this makes sure you learn to use all the bells and whistles.
it is nice if the dealer you work with offers free owners classes for your new machine- this makes sure you learn to use all the bells and whistles.
#17
Originally Posted by ZTAgirlknits
So I am getting a new sewing machine...but I know next to nothing about quilting machines! I would really like a machine that I can quilt as well as just sew everyday things on too (I'm a costumer and I love to make clothes).....does anyone have any suggestions? My budget isn't tiny but I can't afford anything ridiculous either....something quality but affordable!
#18
I disagree that any machine with a straight stitch will work for FMQ. I have seen several (mostly Singers) that have a nice straight stitch but when the FMQ foot is put on it will skip stitches every time when asked to go in any other direction other then front to back. That is why I say do not just go by the advertisements. Go and test drive the exact model you plan on buying. If they will not let you do that then move on.
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