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Originally Posted by PamelaOry
(Post 8141927)
I’m looking around for a second machine to take to classes and it got me to thinking;
what do you think is the best brand of sewing machine and why? My friend swears by her Janome Jem. I think the Jem has been updated to numbers as far as name |
Originally Posted by jmoore
(Post 8141993)
I agree with Patrice (aka cashs mom) that everyone’s sewing needs are quite different and you are sure to get many responses based on what is working best for them. You should make a list of items that you want or need on a machine for traveling to classes and start from there. I have two Janomes and a Bernina...love both brands but if I were looking for a smaller machine for classes I would find enough features on a small Janome at a lot less money than a Bernina and I’m sure Brother, Singer, Pfaff and all the rest have light weight machines too. What machine are you using in your sewing room Pamela?
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There is no such thing as a best brand all brands have their own specialties and their own deficits as well. There are almost things I like different in every brand I have sewn on, but having sewn on practically every brand I did learn that I am a babylock brother girl. I wouldn't mind having a viking or janome or pfaff on the side but can only afford one. Many think bernina are the best and I couldn't stand the 5 or 7 series m a chines I used. I am sure they are lovely for someone else but they are just not for me. Every sewer is different and loves different fewture. Some can't live without IDT on pfaff. I did like it but that was the only thing I liked on pfaff, for me can't see paying thousands for the one feature. Viking had the best stitch quality of any machine I have used but I absolutely hate the hover feature that some so dearly love. So really every brand has a high quality machine that many love. What makes it the best is when you personally bond with it not the brand. You will get a different opinion from everyone as to why their machine is best
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Originally Posted by SillySusan
(Post 8142044)
Had several. One a Viking computerized, in the closet now broken and unable to get it fixed. My favorite is my very cheap-- $100.00 mechanical Singer Heavy Duty. Had it for a couple of years and it just keeps stitching along. Great machine. Not fancy, but reliable.
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Originally Posted by PamelaOry
(Post 8142150)
I have a brother dream machine. It is big. I can pack it up but it’s a real pain to take to classes and it doesn’t handle heavy layers as well as I would like.
It is hard to get these machines packed up for class especially the arm bag too. Wish they had better roller wheels. the new models have swivel ones. I keep trying to figure how to change the wheels. LOL. |
My local brand dealer is less than impressive IMO so apart from purchasing the machine I don't use them for support at all. I love the Juki brand so much that "support" doesn't come into my decision, I buy the machine I feel happiest with.
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I have 2 Janomes and I love them both
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I tend to like Janome and Juki but the lines are pretty blurred cause for example Elna makes Janome (or Janome makes Elna) and many others like that. Go try various brands and see what works for you!
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Yeah, I use the walking foot and that makes it better. With bag making it’s hard to maneuver as much as is needed with the walking foot on sometimes. I sew cork and other specialty fabrics. I know what you mean about the wheels! As much as those machines/bags cost you would think the wheels would be better.
Originally Posted by Rhonda K
(Post 8142238)
Pam, Do you use the walking foot for the heavy layers? I use the WF to attach binding with no problems. What fabrics are you sewing?
It is hard to get these machines packed up for class especially the arm bag too. Wish they had better roller wheels. the new models have swivel ones. I keep trying to figure how to change the wheels. LOL. |
What is IDT?
Originally Posted by Dolphyngyrl
(Post 8142233)
There is no such thing as a best brand all brands have their own specialties and their own deficits as well. There are almost things I like different in every brand I have sewn on, but having sewn on practically every brand I did learn that I am a babylock brother girl. I wouldn't mind having a viking or janome or pfaff on the side but can only afford one. Many think bernina are the best and I couldn't stand the 5 or 7 series m a chines I used. I am sure they are lovely for someone else but they are just not for me. Every sewer is different and loves different fewture. Some can't live without IDT on pfaff. I did like it but that was the only thing I liked on pfaff, for me can't see paying thousands for the one feature. Viking had the best stitch quality of any machine I have used but I absolutely hate the hover feature that some so dearly love. So really every brand has a high quality machine that many love. What makes it the best is when you personally bond with it not the brand. You will get a different opinion from everyone as to why their machine is best
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