Janome or Bernina
10-31-2010, 11:46 AM
#31
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Bernina! I too have the 440 and it's my second Bernina. It all comes down to a very well made machine, reliable and sturdy. I sewed for years on a Kenmore or a Singer and just happened to try a Bernina while taking a FMQ class with Harriet Hargrave 15 years ago. I couldn't believe what I was missing. Plus I've worked for a sewing machine dealer and the only time we ever saw a Bernina come into the repair department was just for basic yearly cleaning and maintenance.
10-31-2010, 01:05 PM
#32
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Originally Posted by purplefiend
Originally Posted by jemma
pfaff--pfaff all the way idt intagrated dual feed works++++++ janome has similar but i have never used one--threader +luxury thread ctter would be great
If you are considering a Bernina with the BSR, take a small quilt sandwich with your thread and try it first. I didn't like it.
10-31-2010, 01:13 PM
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Originally Posted by rosalyne
Hi the word is Bernina has been sold and Janome is now making the Berninas. Thats what I found out from my sewing machine sales owner. Interesting!
10-31-2010, 01:46 PM
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Originally Posted by nursie76
Originally Posted by rosalyne
Hi the word is Bernina has been sold and Janome is now making the Berninas. Thats what I found out from my sewing machine sales owner. Interesting!
10-31-2010, 01:55 PM
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When it comes to Bernina and Janome you will have die hard fans on both sides... you will really need to go test drive them both and see what you think.
Having said that - I have a Janome 4900qc and love it. It's a fantastic machine. As much as I might have considered a Bernina, they are a little bit pricier which is a turn off to me.
No matter what you decide on this, you will be happy either way. :)
Having said that - I have a Janome 4900qc and love it. It's a fantastic machine. As much as I might have considered a Bernina, they are a little bit pricier which is a turn off to me.
No matter what you decide on this, you will be happy either way. :)
10-31-2010, 02:28 PM
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My first Bernina was a gently used 440 (a sweet machine) that I got for a great price. I then traded her for my current 730E (more bells and whistles). I just absolutely love my Bernina! I have used a Janome Gem Silver and it just didn't work for me at all (wanted to use it as a travel machine). Traded it in on one of the new Bernina 3 series, a little 330 which is just perfect for travel. Love them both!
That being said, you really need to go try both out extensively before you decide. Also, be willing to consider a gently used machine. That is the best way to get the most for your money.
Good luck, and don't forget to post pics for what you decide on. Have fun!
That being said, you really need to go try both out extensively before you decide. Also, be willing to consider a gently used machine. That is the best way to get the most for your money.
Good luck, and don't forget to post pics for what you decide on. Have fun!
10-31-2010, 02:38 PM
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I don't think you can go wrong with either machine. I thought I wanted a Bernina, but The Janome dealer was closer, and won me over with customer service. The Bernina dealer lost the sale with her demeanor.
10-31-2010, 03:08 PM
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I saw the Horizon 7700 one day at the dealer's. It does not have independent bobbin winder, that I have come to love on my Babylock Ellegante. I use my Berninas for small jobs, and garment sewing. The Activa 240 is a dream for FMQ and buttonholes! I use my Babylock for embroidery mostly. I would say to take some swatches and quilt sandwiches with you to the dealer to test sew some samples on the machines you have interest in. That is the best way to choose which one you feel most comfortable with.
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