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Old 04-20-2011, 02:22 PM
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I bought a tall suit case with wheels and a tele-scoping handle at the Salvation Army 1.99 and cut 1/2 x1/2 inch slats screwed them to the inside to the back and the sides then attached a wire shelve cut to fit So now its easy to put mach.in the bottom fab.on top and I can hang notions from the wires All for $3 -I had to buy a box of U shaped brad nails to secre the wire shelf
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Old 04-20-2011, 02:40 PM
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I found a rolling cooler that is soft sided in case I need to take my Viking out. Done usually take it out and yes, I put it under the seatbelt in the back seat if I do take it out. I bought a small, light-weight machine for travel. I'm in Florida right now and have the "baby" machine with me. Works great
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Old 04-20-2011, 03:30 PM
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http://www.allbrands.com/products/abp08980.html

This is what I just purchased, dont know what size your machine is but they have smaller ones, works well for my espire
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Old 04-20-2011, 03:32 PM
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At Joann and Hancocks they have relative inexpensive machine totes with wheels. Around $40, I think. They have several styles.
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Old 04-20-2011, 04:04 PM
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I have a little fold-up luggage carrier that I set my machine on and then strap it in with a bungee cord. I only take my 440 out if I need zig zag or quilting for a class. I have a soft Featherweight case (bought through an ad in a quilt mag) that I use most of the time. It has handles that make it very easy to carry. I think it was $40.00. I like it much better than the boxy one the FW comes in. The input to the question was interesting to read and helpful.
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Old 04-20-2011, 06:05 PM
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Originally Posted by Furza Flyin
I bought a rolling fold up box thing from Staples, on sale for 19.95. It comes with pockets on all 4 sides and has low center of gravity(sits close to ground) dosent tip over easy. Machine fits in it and room for extras around the machine, like fabric, thread and such. Will see if they still sell it and post pic if I can find it.

http://www.amazon.com/Cutting-Edge-U.../dp/B0013PW6P8
Great idea :-D
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Old 04-20-2011, 06:20 PM
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I purchased my case on wheels from Hancock Fabrics. I gave $49 for it. Try checking them out on there web site. JoAnn Fabrics also have them, but not usually on sale as they are from Hancocks. Check them out on the Web. I have had mine for 5years. Been to a lot of classes and retreats. The one I have, has an outside and an inside zippered pockets.
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Old 04-20-2011, 07:04 PM
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Thanks everyone for all the ideas.:):):)
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Old 04-20-2011, 07:09 PM
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If you are flying I would carry it on...never check it.
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Old 04-20-2011, 07:23 PM
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Originally Posted by Jamiestitcher62
I bought the Tutto XL Monster Machine on Wheels for my Janome 11000SE and the 7700. It's excellent for larger machines because it has so much room in it, however I am trying to sell it, since I decided it was easier to take a smaller machine to class.
I also bought this Tutto for my Janome 6500 but then bought a Janone Jem for classes. Now I place the Jem (inside it's carry bag) inside the Tutto, and there is still room for all my supplies. With the easy turn wheels, the Tutto has paid for itself many times over!
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