sewing machine for classes light weight
#23
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If you can get your hands on it, Pfaff Passport 2.0. That is my class machine, as it's lightweight (13.9 lbs), and it has IDT (built in walking foot). It has 70 stitches, adjustable presser foot pressure, auto threader, optional extension table. It sews beautifully. It doesn't have automatic thread cutter, but will tie off. I'm fine without it, as it's meant to be a lightweight machine.
#25
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As long as all you need is a straight stitch, I also recommend the Singer Featherweight - the ones made in the 1950s and 1960s. I have several, but my favorite is my white FW. I have the original case, but I carry it in a Coleman wheeled cooler. I have room inside for the machine, all my fabrics, threads, etc. There is a zipper pocket on the top of the cooler that carries all my marking tools, cutters, scissors and small rulers (12x12 and under). There are pockets on the outside for my lunch and bottled drinks. The only thing I can't put in it is my 6-1/2 x 18" ruler.
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#27
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When I took my first quilting class, this machine was recommended to me. I can pick it up with one hand. It comes with everything you need for quilting and is just a sturdy little workhorse. After about 3 years, I upgraded to a Janome 7700 but I kept my cs6000i for a backup and something to take to classes. It is a wonderful little machine. In many ways, I like it a lot better than my Janome.
#28
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Join Date: Aug 2010
Location: Houston, Texas
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Hi, Im thinking of when Im feeling better joining a guild or class but cant carry my regular sized sewing machine anymore. I'll need something really lightweight. Someone mentioned a Janome Mini. Any other recommendations? what does everyone bring to classes or meetings? Thanks!!
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