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Wow, 50% off for just 6 months of use?! SOLD!!! I've heard good things about Vikings. (The machines, not the men. I understand the men were kind of violent. ;D)
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Originally Posted by Stitchnripper
(Post 5283361)
Just something else to consider. I have a friend with a Pfaff and built in walking foot. She is unable to FMQ with this particular model - as confirmed by the dealer. something about not being able to get a FM foot that would work - can't disable the dual feed. They tried every adaptation they could think of. She ended up getting a low end Brother and is extremely happy with it.
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Originally Posted by nancyw
(Post 5284332)
So if anyone is in the market for a new expensive but excellent quality machine get thee to a Bernina dealer June 16th.
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Originally Posted by Lady Diana
(Post 5287417)
Call Amy Smith at Brubakers ..site is brubakerssewing.com I have purchased three machines from them. Two were slightly loved.....they have machines during quilt markets that they sell for great prices after using them for demos.
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Hello
I have a bought new (1992') Janome 5,000 Sewing & embroidery machine. I always kept up w/having it serviced including the last service 2 months ago to make sure all is working smoothly for the new owner. I decided on a purchasing a used Janome 11,000 SE model. Included is all the original items :feet,hoop for embroidery,video,pamphlet,,carry case. Thank you Linda If intersed, I will gladly share w/you more information w/you, including pictures. |
I would go to every shop nearby and try all the machines in that price range and have each dealer tell me their "deals" and see which one I liked best. It's like buying a new car. You don't usually buy one without driving it first and checking everything out. But you can always get a lemon no matter what... I bought my Viking off eBay and love it. It knows and does more than I do. It's great for fmq...Good luck no matter what you decide.
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I bought a used Janome from the local dealer and am IN LOVE! I traded in a terrible Pfaff that I only owned for 2 years and sewed on a few times b/c it always broke. :( I cannot rave about Janomes enough. I'll never buy anything except a Janome now!
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I just got a BrotherPQ1500S aqnd LOVE it. It is straight stitch only but for quilting I realy do not need anything else. It has a large throat for FMQ and the stitches on FMQ are really nice and neat. 1500 stitches/min is a great speed which may be why the stitching is so nice. Peddle to the metel has a new meaning. I also got it from AMazon but I paid $600 instead of $530. free shipping and no tax in my state .I did a test drive at a local sewing center. Amazon is a authorized dealer so the warrenty is covered. This machine has good reviews from others here on the board. Good luck !!!!
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Originally Posted by Stitchnripper
(Post 5283361)
Just something else to consider. I have a friend with a Pfaff and built in walking foot. She is unable to FMQ with this particular model - as confirmed by the dealer. something about not being able to get a FM foot that would work - can't disable the dual feed. They tried every adaptation they could think of. She ended up getting a low end Brother and is extremely happy with it.
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Originally Posted by Lady Diana
(Post 5287417)
Jenel,
Call Amy Smith at Brubakers ..site is brubakerssewing.com I have purchased three machines from them. Two were slightly loved.....they have machines during quilt markets that they sell for great prices after using them for demos. I purchased a 6600 from them that was only a few weeks old....the customer decided on the 7700. they gave me a great price and warranty...They also sell all machine accessories at reasonable prices, then you get 15% off if you belong to the janome 6500 yahoo group. They provide great service and take care of their customers. No sales tax and most of the time free shipping. I am not connected with them, but wished they were in Texas, I would shop there all the time. They do have other machines besides Janomes, check out their site. I have a Janome 3160 with auto thread cutter, which is a must for piecing. It is light weight. I take it to quilt classes and love the features. I know you have a budget, but since you know you want to quilt, I would look for a used 6600. I have two, one for cabin, other for home. Call Amy. Diana in TX |
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