Sewing machines
#1
My main sewing machine is a family heirloom--a Singer from the 30's in a wood cabinet. Betsy can sew forward and reverse, she's solid metal and indestructable! I'd never part with her...but I do get to wishing for a sturdy, portable machine with loads of embroidery stitches so I could do more machine applique. Has anyone done any recent comparisons between brands? What do you love or dread when you sit down at your own sewing machines?
#2
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My sewing machine is a Bernina. It doesn't have all the embroidery stitches although there are Bernina machines that have them. What I love is that when I bought the machine it came with all the tools quilters need. Previously, I thought I didn't need to buy a walking foot. I use it more than I ever thought I would. I use it to put my bindings on, when I sew those circle pieces together for a pillowcase and, of course, for straight machine quilting. So whatever you decide on, get a walking foot.
Judy
Judy
#4
I now have a Bernina 930, old machine I bought when they came out in the 80's. I love that machine, wouldn't trade it for anything. But I would like a new model. But if I was to get another machine it too would have to be a Bernina. They are just the best..
I also have a singer featherweight and an old machine that looks a lot like the featherweight, both in the same time period. 1930's that I wouldn't part with. I just love them. My hubby just refinished the cabinet on the one, and of course I take the featherweight with me where ever I go.
Rita
I also have a singer featherweight and an old machine that looks a lot like the featherweight, both in the same time period. 1930's that I wouldn't part with. I just love them. My hubby just refinished the cabinet on the one, and of course I take the featherweight with me where ever I go.
Rita
#5
Thanks for all the sewing machine info! The Bernina does look like an excellent machine from what I've read. I'm definately going to check into that brand name when the time comes to give the old Singer a bit of a breather!
#6
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Having owned Bernina's for 25 years I certainly recommend them. It doesn't have to be the BEST-just have what you want. It never hurts to get one that is one step up just so there are no regrets. Everything it does, it does GREAT. Peg
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