Lt. Weight machine to "take along"

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12-27-2013, 08:58 AM

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Pete

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I have a Janome 124 from Hancock's - cost me $49 on sale and I can lift it with 2 fingers!

12-27-2013, 09:18 AM

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institches33

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I have a 12# Janome Gem for classes. There is a machine that is only 6#, but is so light that it moves on the table.

12-27-2013, 09:26 AM

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Mariposa

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I'd suggest finding a Singer 301A. Weighs 16 lbs. and has a carrying handle on top. They are a mechanical machine, and you can service them yourself.

Happy hunting!

12-27-2013, 05:15 PM

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redbreast

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Quilters are really the greatest! Thank you all for your suggestions. Now I just have to do some shopping. But it was so great to get all of your input. You are the ones who know the ones who recognize what I need and am looking or. Thank to all. Betsy Boo

12-27-2013, 09:32 PM

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cricket_iscute

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Quote:

Originally Posted by Candace

A vintage Singer 301 would do a good job for you. Lighter weight and you should be able to get one for less than $150.

I second that. You could not do better than a Singer 301.

12-27-2013, 09:47 PM

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Nappy

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I bought a Janine gem for sew-ins, ect and I love it. It's lightweight, easy to use and reasonably priced.

12-28-2013, 08:57 AM

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fktsewing

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Definitely a featherweight--I finally got one a year ago and it is the best machine there is for piecing. I got lucky and only paid $15.00 at a yard sale, but would have gladly paid more. Check out ebay---they have all prices.