Posted by smudgy_cat on 2005-12-02 20:15:05
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I was just about to post on the same topic, except I'm contemplating a $700 brother quilting machine. Anyone used brother machines?
For an easy, entry level machine, I'd probably pick one up at costco. They have some for $200 or under, and they have everything you seem to be looking for.
You can also find used models on craigslist or sewing machine shops, but it can be frustrating to have a machine with funky, vintage quirks. I have 4 old machines, and they've served me well with sewing halloween costumes and some projects, but they frustrate me now because everything is breaking and repairs are difficult because they are so old.
Janome gem is supposed to be really nice; a few women in the quilt shop got them for their daughters, and they passed the workhorse test from one of the quilters. Husquevarna (sp?) is also a good brand. My friend is coveting a bernina or an elna; I forget which.
the brother I'm looking at is comparable to an elna that's twice it's price at the shop, and they've told me it's sturdy.
Posted by Carolyn Himango on 2006-12-04 12:15:13
Post Subject: Brother Sewing Machine from Costco
I have a Brother sewing machine from Costco and it is allright for some simple sewing but mine will not do for quilting. It just can't take all that sewing. You would have to get a Janome for that. I would suggest spending a little more money and buying a Bernani.
I was just about to post on the same topic, except I'm coplating a $700 brother quilting machine. Anyone used brother machines?
For an easy, entry level machine, I'd probably pick one up at costco. They have some for $200 or under, and they have everything you seem to be looking for.
You can also find used models on craigslist or sewing machine shops, but it can be frustrating to have a machine with funky, vintage quirks. I have 4 old machines, and they've served me well with sewing halloween costumes and some projects, but they frustrate me now because everything is breaking and repairs are difficult because they are so old.
Janome gem is supposed to be really nice; a few women in the quilt shop got them for their daughters, and they passed the workhorse test from one of the quilters. Husquevarna (sp?) is also a good brand. My friend is coveting a bernina or an elna; I forget which.
the brother I'm looking at is comparable to an elna that's twice it's price at the shop, and they've told me it's sturdy.
