Best First Machine for 13 year old
11-07-2010, 10:41 PM
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Originally Posted by Treasureit
No it doesn't need to be new and I like that idea. It reminded me I have an old Elna machine that needs some work on it...maybe I should see what that would cost to fix and give her that. It was a great workhorse for me. I don't recall the model but it used Air to sew. Does anyone know anything about how that would be for her?
It seems she is going to need lessons on what ever she gets...that could be a problem on an old machine if it doesn't come with the original books.
It seems she is going to need lessons on what ever she gets...that could be a problem on an old machine if it doesn't come with the original books.
11-07-2010, 10:48 PM
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I would suggest an older Singer Featherweight. It's portable, simple to use (goes forward and back) and has feet for everything, including free motion quilting. They are easy to service and find parts, i.e. needles and broken lights, etc.
Check the board here - there are lots available at a VERY low price. Additionally, there are a lot of folks out there who use them and can help train her in how to use a machine. If she really likes it, it has held it's value so you'll get your money back out of it as a trade-in down the road.
Check the board here - there are lots available at a VERY low price. Additionally, there are a lot of folks out there who use them and can help train her in how to use a machine. If she really likes it, it has held it's value so you'll get your money back out of it as a trade-in down the road.
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