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Srkdqltr

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8. I like Janome machines. They have several models that are reasonably priced, light weight and new technology

Reply to 3catwoman3 (Original post)

Thu Jun 27, 2024, 07:57 AM

Jun 2024

Is smother running. I make quilts and use a machine a lot.
Brother is good also. And the machine you mentioned sounds like what you need if you don't sew much.
If you can test the machine in the store,or have it demonstrated that would be good.
Good luck and happy sewing.

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Considering a new sewing machine/ recommendations appreciated. [View all] 3catwoman3 Jun 2024 OP

I am by no means the seamstress. samplegirl Jun 2024 #1

My favorite machine is a Singer portable, which my mother gave me to use fierywoman Jun 2024 #2

My only offering is "stick with best known brands" Ilsa Jun 2024 #3

I am not a seamstress by any means,,,, KarenS Jun 2024 #4

My sister is a serious quilter and knows sewing machines. PoindexterOglethorpe Jun 2024 #5

That's very kind of you. Thanks. 3catwoman3 Jun 2024 #6

How much do you want to spend? I like Pfaff a d Bernina machines for sinkingfeeling Jun 2024 #7

I like Janome machines. They have several models that are reasonably priced, light weight and new technology Srkdqltr Jun 2024 #8

Heard from my sister. PoindexterOglethorpe Jun 2024 #9

If your old Kenmore is from sometime before about 1970 ... surrealAmerican Jun 2024 #10

Still using an old Singer 503 from the 1960s dem in texas Jul 2024 #11

Try a tree with sunlight coming through some of the leaves and branches perhaps... Ysabel Nov 7 #13

Now that Janome prices have gone way way down... Ysabel Nov 7 #12