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Don't know why my reply didn't show up. You will have so much fun with an embroidery machine. The stabilizer, threads and patterns can get expensive. I Have a Janome 11000SE and Janome MB4 and love both of them.
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Originally Posted by donnacollierbess
I'd love to hear and see any embroidery projects. So far I've been working on dish towels I got from the dollar store. I did put a name on a golf shirt but it wasn't easy. Ideas anyone?
I have the Simplicity apron pattern for dummies and I only uses a 1 1/4 yd to make and I embroidery names on them. I like to use the 9 patch finished square size 6 inches and and alternative with a solid square that I embroidery on. the Redwork designs are great for this and I use colors other than red. I also embroidery short Bible verses or saying on quilts, the 9 patch is also great for that have the very middle square solid and embroidery on it. I embroidery on the squares before I put them together. I also make my own greeting cards, I have posted pictures of them in early April. |
I agree with Jean, embroidery is NOT a cheap hobby.
I have a Brother 1500 D and I love it, it comes with a 5x7 and 8x10 hoop. Was easy for me as a beginner to learn. Price example: I got my machine for $2400--on sale then I had to buy the software to be able to download designs--$700. Stabelizer 12-20$, thread 3-5 dollars a spool. Maybe you will be fortunate as me and the machine will be on sale(1/2 price) and they will offer you the 60 spools of Pacesetter thread for $199.00. If your not sure, just buy the basic Brother Disney embroidery machine. Good luck. |
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I have a Babylock Elegante2 for embroidery, and love it!!!! Has 4 hoops and the option I love best is it cuts the jump threads! I agree, embroidery isn't cheap, but I sure to love it! Bev |
Originally Posted by Mary L Booth
Originally Posted by Krystyna
My husband bought me a Baby Lock Sofia 2 for Christmas and I can't tell you how much fun I'm having with it. I've made quilt blocks, t-shirts, and the possibilities are endless. It only has a 4x4 hoop and I initially thought that the size would limit me, but unless I'm going to do tapestry wall hangings or something (NOT) it is just fine. I love it.
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I have the Viking Diamond with the large hoops and a Bernina 730. I prefer to embroidery on the Viking and sew on the Bernina. Yes, it is an expensive hobby but such fun.
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Originally Posted by PamB8s
My husband asked me what I wanted for my 10th wedding anniversary and I have been thinking about an embroidery machine. I don't want to do anything professionally. Just home embroidery, gifts, enhancing quilts. etc. Tell me in your opinion whats a great one to have. Thanks so much, Have a blessed day.
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I have a Babylock Ellageo. Dearly love it. It can be expensive till you get set up. The Madeira Thread Chest is a good buy. You have tons of colors to choose from. Plenty of free designs available too.
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I have the Brother SE-400, it is small, but it is mighty!!!! It embroiders also! I have machine quilted with it and also making a denim rag quilt!
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Originally Posted by PamB8s
My husband asked me what I wanted for my 10th wedding anniversary and I have been thinking about an embroidery machine. I don't want to do anything professionally. Just home embroidery, gifts, enhancing quilts. etc. Tell me in your opinion whats a great one to have. Thanks so much, Have a blessed day.
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