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    Old 12-25-2019, 09:36 AM
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    I have been looking for a new machine lately and a store recommended a Babylock Brilliant. Anyone have one or know about this? I have a Janome 6500 and the features on the Brilliant are a little more user friendly for me. I like the free arm, better lighting, and the self threading feature. Online there are a few articles about a threading problem, I do not know what they are talking about. The dealer has a trade in that looks brand new with items still packaged, but it is only $200 less than a new one. He also offers lessons and a 2 year warranty. I do not need many decorative stitches, but giving up the space is a minus for the machine.

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    looks interesting.
    the only price i saw for it was about $1,800.
    that's less than you'll have to pay for a janome with similar features.

    one important warning, though ...

    it will not sew well over lumpy seams.
    those have given me fits on every single Brother and Babylock i have sewn on - regardless of price.
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    I only use one of two straight stitch only machines. One is the Babylock Jane and I don't have problems sewing over seams. Straight stitch only probably is the difference.

    Good luck making your decision.
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    Hi! Hope this link helps.
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    Originally Posted by PatriceJ
    looks interesting.
    the only price i saw for it was about $1,800.
    that's less than you'll have to pay for a janome with similar features.

    one important warning, though ...

    it will not sew well over lumpy seams.
    those have given me fits on every single Brother and Babylock i have sewn on - regardless of price.
    I had the same problem about not sewing well over lumpy seams with my Babylock Espire. I finally increased the presser foot pressure and solved the problem.
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