Best Singer Sewing Machine For Quilting???
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Originally Posted by sheuerman
I know they don't make them with a knee press, as that is the only way I know to sew, but I am hoping there is a machine that can be adapted to be one?? Sandi
But I'd definitely take your machine and receipt for the servicing and march back in there to make them fix it correctly.
I'd hate for you to get rid of it. Those old Singers are terrific. I have a 1950 model that was my mother's. It weighs a ton and can only straight stitch but I just can't part with it. I use it when my Pfaff is being serviced.
#12
Originally Posted by MadQuilter
What is a "knee press?" The only "knee-related" moving part I know in the sewing machine world is a knee lift (to lift the presser foot and have hands-free sewing).
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Originally Posted by Charlee
Originally Posted by MadQuilter
What is a "knee press?" The only "knee-related" moving part I know in the sewing machine world is a knee lift (to lift the presser foot and have hands-free sewing).
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Originally Posted by amma
I would take it back to the shop and ask them to fix it. I agree that it sounds like something got moved that shouldn't have.
There are many feet available to do different things. Although this is a Bernina site, Singer has many of the same feet, and I have bought mostly generic ones for mine.
http://www.berninausa.com/content-n401-sUS.html
I hate when sales people don't take the time to show and explain what they are talking about... not everyone is a seasoned sewer :roll:
Many people don't know what a certain foot is called or a particular stitch either...but that doesn't mean that we don't know how to use them :wink:
There are many feet available to do different things. Although this is a Bernina site, Singer has many of the same feet, and I have bought mostly generic ones for mine.
http://www.berninausa.com/content-n401-sUS.html
I hate when sales people don't take the time to show and explain what they are talking about... not everyone is a seasoned sewer :roll:
Many people don't know what a certain foot is called or a particular stitch either...but that doesn't mean that we don't know how to use them :wink:
#16
There is probably a simple adjustment that needs to be made to how the needle is threaded or bobbin is inserted. Also if it is slower than you would like it may be your belt needs to be adjusted. If you have just had it tuned up, take it back and ask them to walk you through why this is happening. I am sure you will get this fixed and be happy with your Singer!
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