peaceandjoy

Gosh, that'd make me sad for sure! Love my Bernina just as much now as when I bought it 16 yrs ago.

My 1984 Kenmore... Well, it DOES work, so for basic sewing, straight seams, I'd go with the Kenmore for now. It's there, and using it will help pay for whatever repairs are needed on the Bernina.

MerryQuilter

How old was it? Sad

scrapykate

hope it all gets worked out for you. My back up is a Bernette which is made for not by Bernina, but it great and light enough that I take it to classes.

jaciqltznok

fix the Bernina and use the Kenmore while you wait...you will be happier in the long run!

Maia B

Or trade the Bernina in on a new Bernina. But use the Kenmore to bridge the gap.

quilt-fanatic

Save your $$ until you can buy a good machine.

Mitch's mom

I agree with both of these ladies. I have a Brother PC6500, It is a great machine, but a Brother is not a Bernina. Use the Kenmore until you decide what to do with your Bernina. I would not throw good money into a big box store machine - no matter the brand.

SunlitenSmiles

the BERNINA is just in a coma, went through that with my 1630 and the techs at BERNINA U.S.A. in Chicago fixed it ! but while it was out i reaquainted myself with my travel Bernette 55 and my 301A, still love that 301 straight stitch

alleyoop1

I'd like to suggest you use one of the sewing machines you have - clean up that treadle!!! and save the $200 to repair you Bernina. Then once it's repaired you can decide if you want to trade it in on a new one or not. As far as what kind you get, it depends on what kind of sewing you do. Do you like embroidery? Since you bought that new foot, you must do "other than quilting." Good luck getting your projects done. 8-)

quiltbuddy

Get the Bernina fixed and sew with the old Kenmore until it comes back. You'll be throwing a "Welcome Home" party.