Need ideas to take machine to class.
07-24-2012, 11:04 AM
#41
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I have a featherweight that I take to classes. Only does a straight stitch, but most classes only need straight stitching.
My husband said,"If you can't carry your machine down the flight of stairs and put it in the car, you don't need to be going to classes. Not very supportive!
My husband said,"If you can't carry your machine down the flight of stairs and put it in the car, you don't need to be going to classes. Not very supportive!
Originally Posted by GreatStarter
I bought a featherweight machine I use for straight sewing classes. For classes where I need a machine that does specialty stitches I bought a little "Audry" by Baby Lock. It only weighs about 12-13 lbs and comes in a fabric case that really doesn't add much weight. I can easily carry and lift it when I need to for a class. Before those two purchases I wasn't taking classes due to the weight of my good machine.
Good luck
Kat
Good luck
Kat
07-24-2012, 11:51 AM
#43
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I have a 10# Brother that I take to classes. Got it from Wal*Mart. Soon, I'll have to be taking my Bernina 820 in. My husband will put it in the car for me; and the women at the shop help me get it out. After it's out, I can wheel it in.
07-24-2012, 04:26 PM
#44
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Location: League City, Texas, USA
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Buy a light weight machine for classes. My only machine a little Brother RunWay model and it sews like a dream and is lightweight and easy to carry and lift on and off tables. It also doesn't take up a lot of room.
07-24-2012, 07:38 PM
#45
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I had this problem years ago when I gave lessons in a church fellowship hall. There was no one around and we helped each other but I recommended to buy a janome which is smaller and light to carry and also to get the carrier that they use to use on airplane carry ons. Everyone does not have the money to go taxi or hire some one to help carry your machine. I had 22 in my class and we never had any problems. quilt for fun Grandma G
07-24-2012, 08:00 PM
#46
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Originally Posted by Peepers
I bought a Janome Jem just to take to classes. It's small and weighs a lot less than my Bernina.
07-25-2012, 03:59 AM
#48
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Originally Posted by Country1
How about a small aluiminum ( spelled wrong ) ramp. We bought a set to put my MIL's electric wheeler chair in the back of my Ford Excape or my husbands truck. They fold in half and are very light weight. But it would be cheaper to use a board.
07-25-2012, 04:25 AM
#49
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http://www.professionalcarts.com/catalog.asp?id=6 I googled collapsible gurneys and came up with a bunch. Look through and let us know what they cost. This sounds like a perfect way for someone that needs a helping hand but can't find one or feels like they are imposing (you are not) doesn't have a hubby,or just wants to do themselves.
07-25-2012, 05:07 PM
#50
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Originally Posted by susieqwva
I just purchased a Janome 3160 as a traveling machine. It weighs about 12 lbs. 
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