Inexpensive new mechanical machine
#22
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Join Date: Aug 2011
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Wow! A lot of options. I am so excited about looking into this at more depth, and really appreciate all of the advice and suggestions. You guys have made my day!!! Thanks. I've been searching at Goodwill, Estate Sales, Thrift Shops, and Yard Sales for about a month, and am thinking a new machine is the way to go for me at this time.
#24
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don't have one, but I'm hearing the same thing and a friend that sells LA recently started stocking them because they are so dependable.
#25
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Location: Pacific NW
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Try looking for a used machine at your local sewing machine dealers, and let people in your local guilds and quilt shops know that you're in the market.
Also, check into reconditioned machines. Years ago, my husband bought a reconditioned machine from Overstock.com for $300. It came with a full warranty. It worked beautifully and was my "daily driver" for years until I bought the PQ1500.
#27
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This ad is for the Juki 2000 not the 2010q, but I have seen the 2010q cheaper on line with free shipping, you just have to look.
I recommend the Juki 2010qi. this site has a great price https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004C04YII...a-309685373732
it has a larger harp and great stitches. i used to have an older model of this and loved it!
it has a larger harp and great stitches. i used to have an older model of this and loved it!
#28
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For piecing, make sure you get a machine with built in top feed dogs (as well as lower feed dogs). I suggest buying an older Pfaff. They are awesome machines, and you can probably find one for less than $500. I had two and sold one a few years ago when I bought a newer machine with knee lift and thread cutter (Babylock Serenade) besides top feed dogs. I still use the Pfaff for backup. I just didn't need two backup machines.
#29
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Do you have a sewing machine repairman near you? Sometimes they take in trade ins. You can pick up an old (I mean vintage) Singer for under $100.00.
My sister bought the Brother Quilting package at Costco years ago and has been very happy with it.
My sister bought the Brother Quilting package at Costco years ago and has been very happy with it.
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