Bernina or Janome?
08-07-2015, 01:32 PM
#61
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the more pertinent question is how many machines have YOU test driven?
It honestly doesn't matter what we think, they are both excellent brands, but the machines with in the brands can vary and only you know what you need.
I spent 2 years off and on test driving all the brands (while I saved up to pay cash) so there was no question of buyers remorse for me.
One thing to remember about the Bernina is the cost of the feet. Highway robbery.
It honestly doesn't matter what we think, they are both excellent brands, but the machines with in the brands can vary and only you know what you need.
I spent 2 years off and on test driving all the brands (while I saved up to pay cash) so there was no question of buyers remorse for me.
One thing to remember about the Bernina is the cost of the feet. Highway robbery.
08-07-2015, 01:54 PM
#63
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Just remember this phrase "Nothing sews like a Bernina". I have been sewing for 65 years and have always had Berninas and love each of them. All I have to do is get them serviced yearly and keep them clean and oiled. I only buy a new one if Bernina has come up with something new that I just cannot refuse. I have gotten top dollar for any of my I have sold because I have gotten a newer model.
08-07-2015, 02:03 PM
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I just love reading everyone's comments.
I tried to quilt--just straight stitching with this older Bernina I have on loan--but I finally stopped. It's not taking all the layers evening and I don't dare spray baste with another's machine--so I'll just piece like crazy until I can get mine back. I'll test drive a Janome next week. ;-) The closest dealer is 75 min away; the owner and I have emailed.
I tried to quilt--just straight stitching with this older Bernina I have on loan--but I finally stopped. It's not taking all the layers evening and I don't dare spray baste with another's machine--so I'll just piece like crazy until I can get mine back. I'll test drive a Janome next week. ;-) The closest dealer is 75 min away; the owner and I have emailed.
08-07-2015, 02:22 PM
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I've got two Berninas (one old, one new) and the least expensive of the computerized Janomes (DC 2010). I love all three for different reasons; however, the Janome dealership just went out of business (retirement) and the Bernina shop has the experienced folks plus their son whom they've been training (or maybe it's the other way around now!) so I think they will be in business a long time! Find a shop with young people in it!!
08-07-2015, 02:26 PM
#66
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Before I read the other replies I will give my opinion I have two of each make machines. I do not like the BSR. I have better end results moving the fabric with my own hands. I have no problem with either machine and I use both. It all depends on your own preference and your own sewing experience. I think you would be happy with either machine. Try the BSR several times before you spend the extra money for it. The items other than the basics a machine should have is the automtic threader, knee lift, cutter.
08-07-2015, 11:25 PM
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Love, love, love my 710....it is only about 2 years old and didnot come with any of the issues the older 7 series seemed to have. It is just perfect for me and I adore it to bits! IBias...me?...nah (haha)
Having gushed all that I must admit that although I have the BSR I haven't yet tried it as fmq is on my list of things to learn.
Having gushed all that I must admit that although I have the BSR I haven't yet tried it as fmq is on my list of things to learn.
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