Ok Quilters...what is your dream machine that you use???
10-29-2010, 06:35 PM
#222
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Originally Posted by butterflyquilter
I did use a janome for piecing but it quit tonight. My husband has informed me that a sewing machine is a luxury so I am not going to be quilting for awhile.
OK Good I saw your new post. Congrats girl!
10-29-2010, 09:53 PM
#224
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Originally Posted by butterflyquilter
Actually, nothing because he doesn't do anything except sit in his chair when he is off work. Yesterday, he told me I should try to rake leaves for the neighbors for extra money. I could have cheerfully killed him at that moment.
Originally Posted by deanna_1
To the lady whose hubby said sewing machine is a luxury, how much does he spend on his luxuries?
10-29-2010, 09:59 PM
#225
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Originally Posted by TexasSunshine
I have a Pfaff Creative 1471 that I bought new in 1986 and would not part with it for the world, a real workhorse. Also have a Brother sewing and embrodiery machine that intimidates me, bought it used so no lessons, haven't mastered it yet.
10-29-2010, 10:01 PM
#226
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Originally Posted by butterflyquilter
GOOD NEWS EVERYONE!!! I posted this in a new topic but thought I should post here also. My husband finally gave me the rest of the money I needed for a new machine. I am getting the Janome Magnolia 7330 today. I am so excited! Thanks to all of you for your support. I loved reading all your suggestions!!! I was really depressed not being able to sew!
Originally Posted by butterflyquilter
I did use a janome for piecing but it quit tonight. My husband has informed me that a sewing machine is a luxury so I am not going to be quilting for awhile.
10-30-2010, 05:43 AM
#227
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Check out local thrift shops or put an ad in quilt store or local paper asking if anyone has a machine they are willing to part with. You may not get your dream machine, but you could get an old machine that is still in good working order for a minimal amount of money. Lots of people have old machines in their closets that they are more than happy to get rid of. Check out garage sales also. As long as it sews a straight seam you are all set.
10-30-2010, 07:23 PM
#228
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I will have to check with our local Viking store to see if there is one that would fit my machine. I purchased the machine two years ago and have used it very little. I get so frustrated when my projects don't turn out the way I think that they should. I appreciate your help.
10-30-2010, 07:46 PM
#230
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I have been using a several year old Kenmore for piecing (not worth a hoot for FMQ!) but just got the HV Designer Ruby and I LOVE her! We left for a 2 week vacation just 3 short days after I got her and I am dying to get home! We are actually coming home a few days early, so I will finish the top I am working on and begin quilting it. I played with FMQ before I left and Ruby is dreamy! :-)
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