Originally Posted by Sallyflymi
I have 3 kemore's the oldest is 40 years and going strong. That was the only one i bought. I stick with what i know. They seem to last for ever.
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You couldn't give me a newer machine anymore. I'd get machine off your friend or go to ebay and get a nice singer featherweight or a Singer 301A.
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Maybe my Kenmore just needs belts? It does not move! Going to the very nice sewing machine guy on Friday!
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Love my new brother for under $500, bought it online
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Originally Posted by dotcomdtcm
Maybe my Kenmore just needs belts? It does not move! Going to the very nice sewing machine guy on Friday!
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Originally Posted by jljack
If you want a new one with various stitches go with a Brother Quilters machine. I got mine at WalMart on sale for $195.00, and it's great.
However, I LOVE my vintage machines as well, but they don't do various stitches...only straight stitches. |
I have any personal experience with Kenmores, but many of them ate made by Janome and they seem to have a good reputation of quality at a budget price. I DO have a Brother HS 2000 which should go for $200 or less and really impresses me for that price. You can read machine reviews on patternreview.com. SO helpful. But a used Bernina would be the best, IMO, if you can find one. Lots of options at your price. If you are overwhelmed and don't have time to shop carefully, can you borrow a machine? I have several, and I know it's not uncommo. I have loaned out all but my $$$ faves.
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Looks like you have to upgrade your account for reviews on patternreview.com. These kinds of websites bug me.
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You may even find a great deal at your local dealer-used machines are traded up all the time. Should come with a warranty and service also.
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I have a janome and am quite happy with it..
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