Need opinions on buying sewing machone
#43
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Originally Posted by athomenow
I'd go on ebay, look for a good seller, buy an older Viking or name brand machine. I don't trust the Walmart machines because I got burned on a Brother serger. It's still in the closet if anyone wants it! I bought a Viking I could afford when I started sewing and it's a wonderful machine that I've had for over 20 years. Never had it in the shop. They are workhorses. They're just my preference and others have theirs. Try out the one you think you want. You'll know!
I'd start with the Brother, I have a friend who used one like that for sewing classes because it is so light weight. It's a sweet little machine. If she gets really into it and wants something later, it would be a good graduation present .
#44
I bought a Brother XR4040 on ebay for $69. I bought it so I would have a lightweight machine to take to classes. Anyhow, the original price was $169, you might want to look there. It came with the same 25 yr. warranty.
Originally Posted by kathy6696
I am looking to purchase a extra sewing machine so my granddaughter can have something to sew on when she is here, that way I still get to sews too! I am looking at the brother 60 stitch computerized sewing machine CS-6000i, cost $169.00 comes with quite a lot. Any opinions would be appreciated.
Spelled machine wrong in the title....lol. Can't edit that, sorry.
Spelled machine wrong in the title....lol. Can't edit that, sorry.
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Just gave my Singer Simple to 2 little friends-highly recommend it for Price-(less than the one you mentioned) and the fact that you can abuse it as a beginner and it forgives you!!! Good luck with your choice
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