Viking Saphire 835
07-02-2011, 06:04 AM
#11
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Hudson Valley, NY
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I'm not an expert, but I do belong to a list of Sapphire owners so I've read a few things.
You could try a stretch needle, and maybe experiment with the pivot height in the tool box. I don't know which way to set it, though. Just remember to take notes of the original settings before you change them.
Which foot are you using? I think the spring free motion foot would be better, because the spring holds down the quilt sandwich more.
Janet
You could try a stretch needle, and maybe experiment with the pivot height in the tool box. I don't know which way to set it, though. Just remember to take notes of the original settings before you change them.
Which foot are you using? I think the spring free motion foot would be better, because the spring holds down the quilt sandwich more.
Janet
07-02-2011, 07:29 AM
#13
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Northern IL
Posts: 117
The 10" throat will make fmq/quilting more fun.
I think you might want to consider the 875 if it has the scissors. I have two machines and I really miss those scissors when I am quilting and want to cut threads while I am in the middle of the quilt!
Here is a comparison chart, maybe it will help.
http://www.husqvarnaviking.com/au/Sa...hart_EN_HR.pdf
I think you might want to consider the 875 if it has the scissors. I have two machines and I really miss those scissors when I am quilting and want to cut threads while I am in the middle of the quilt!
Here is a comparison chart, maybe it will help.
http://www.husqvarnaviking.com/au/Sa...hart_EN_HR.pdf
07-02-2011, 09:01 AM
#14
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: St. Cloud, Minnesota
Posts: 1,653
Originally Posted by funnydk
I have the 835 Sapphire and it does have the auto pressure foot feature and it's fantastic for applique when you are turning your pieces frequently it lifts just enough to turn. do you any of you have suggestions though on how to do free motion with the heavier weight cotton threads - I am fine with the 35wt coats and clarks but any variances and my thread breaks - I've adjusted tension and tried different type needles and thread in both vertical and horizontal positions and still have breakage.
07-02-2011, 01:53 PM
#17
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Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Knot Merrill, Southern Indiana
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Not sure how far you are from Joliet, but I was at Roberts Sewing Center today and I'm pretty sure they had a used Sapphire there. No idea of the price because I wasn't looking :)
In Morris Illinois is Jensen's Vac & Sew. He used to be a Husqvarna dealer but as of recently he is no longer. Check him out too as he might still have a Sapphire there.
In Morris Illinois is Jensen's Vac & Sew. He used to be a Husqvarna dealer but as of recently he is no longer. Check him out too as he might still have a Sapphire there.
07-02-2011, 03:17 PM
#19
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Join Date: Mar 2011
Location: Chandler, AZ
Posts: 214
I absolutely love my Sapphire 835. I picked one up in May for $750...brand new, standard warranty. My dealer told me that her store would only be carrying Vikings until this summer so the few left were at a great price. If I were you, I would offer a lower price and see where it goes. Or as others have said, ask for them to throw in some accessories. The list price on the 835 on the Viking site is $999. My local Joann store is also selling them for that. Good luck, let us know how you make out. Mary
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