Just got a new Bernina!
10-28-2011, 05:51 AM
#51
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Join Date: Jan 2011
Location: Arkansas
Posts: 14
I have an OLD Bernina machine that dates back to the 1970's. It belonged to my mother when she had a fabric store. She gave it away & that person gave it to me because it was in horrible shape. I spent almost $200.00 to get it "up to snuff". It is WONDERFUL!!!
I have 2 other machines, Necchis, which are very good BUT quilting is always done on the Bernina.
I have 2 other machines, Necchis, which are very good BUT quilting is always done on the Bernina.
10-28-2011, 06:12 AM
#53
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Join Date: Dec 2010
Location: Tennessee
Posts: 1,501
Congratulations on your new Bernina! As others have said, "Nothing sews like a Bernina." I had always wanted a Bernina but never lived near a dealer until I moved to the Charleston, SC area. I got one of the first Artista 200s. It is still going strong. I use it every day. I also love my Bernina serger. If your machine did not come with a walking foot, I'd get that. The Bernina walking foot is very expensive; but I have found that is is worth every cent. Again, congratulations! I am so happy for you!
10-28-2011, 06:33 AM
#54
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Join Date: Nov 2010
Location: Central Kentucky
Posts: 169
Hi, I don't have a Bernina but would love to find a good machine that I could do FM quilting on. Can you tell me about what a Bernina 1130 is worth? There is one on ebay in mint condition for sale. (Now I done it, everybody knows tee hee) any info on approx. price would be great. Thanks
10-28-2011, 06:36 AM
#55
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Join Date: Aug 2011
Posts: 7
My husband just bought me that same machine. My new Bernina came with 6 classes on how to use it, clean it, etc. The manual is very helpful. I hope you love your Bernina as much as I do mine. Congrats!!
Also, look for sales on Bernina feet, that is when you will want to purchase your walking foot. They have many sales that you buy one foot at full price and get another half. This is how I have acquired my attachments.
Also, look for sales on Bernina feet, that is when you will want to purchase your walking foot. They have many sales that you buy one foot at full price and get another half. This is how I have acquired my attachments.
10-28-2011, 06:36 AM
#56
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Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: NYS Finger Lakes Region
Posts: 1,178
I know your excitement! I have a Pfaff 7570 which I thought would be my forever machine, but nearby qs had Bernina 440QE on sale because of new 550 machine coming out. I couldn't resist because of the Bsr. I am thrilled beyond words. Thanks for the Bernina references, alleyoop.
10-28-2011, 07:23 AM
#58
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Join Date: Jan 2010
Location: Middle America
Posts: 707
Congrats for making the move to a wonderful and reliable machine. I have taken jabbs and kidding from a few of my quilting acquaintances for spending way too much money but, while their machines have been in shops for adjustments, my Berninas have found themselves there only for warranty maintenance. Presently I have two Berninas and sold my 440QE so I could have room for the 820. My little 240 is super for hauling to sew days outside the home. Both machines are holding up without problems and I sew an average of 4 hours a day-five days a week. You will not regret your change. Enjoy!
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