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05-26-2010, 09:15 AM

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zz-pd

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Sorry I can't help. God bless. Penny

05-26-2010, 09:34 AM

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Slow2Sew

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Originally Posted by MistyMarie

I am wanting to purchase an inexpensive machine to take to quilt classes and UFO nights. I don't want to lug my Janome 6500 or my Janome 1600 around because they are too bulky/heavy.

I don't want to spend more than a couple of hundred on a machine that I won't use that much. What would ya'll recommend?

I found a great Brother machine at a moving sale that was advertised on Craig's list. I paid $40 for the machine and it came with at least $40 worth of supplies.

05-26-2010, 09:52 AM

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Lady Diana

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Play Misty for me.....what has happened to Misty?
Did you take any of the wonderful suggestions made over several days by our group and purchase a machine?
Inquiring minds want to know.
D in TX

05-26-2010, 10:12 AM

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KenZ

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I do not recommend using a Janome 6500 as a portable. The Thread spindals break off very easy. Garage sales are great places to find backup machines. If you do not see a machine ask if they have one. I have purchased two by asking when I did not see one out on display.

05-26-2010, 10:23 AM

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ToucanSam

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Originally Posted by luvt2sing

Brother CS6000I 60-Stitch Computerized Free-Arm Sewing Machine with Multiple Stitch Functions
This is $150.86 and free shipping at Amazon

I have this one and it works just fine. I wasn't up for spending a lot because I wasn't sure I would stick with quilting, but I have stuck with it and love it. The machine works fine, would be great for lugging around.

05-26-2010, 10:49 AM

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MistyMarie

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I am nervous about getting someone's used machine because it might have issues that will cost to get fixed. I think I will definately look into a few of the machines mentioned. I just got an e-mail from a local sewing and vacuum store advertising a Memorial Day sale. I will start there. I don't want to spend too much, but I do want to get something that is reliable. Thank you all for the suggestions and advice.

05-26-2010, 12:02 PM

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GladGrams

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Quote:

Originally Posted by ToucanSam

Quote:

Originally Posted by luvt2sing

Brother CS6000I 60-Stitch Computerized Free-Arm Sewing Machine with Multiple Stitch Functions
This is $150.86 and free shipping at Amazon

I have the same one and I love it too! I could not believe that I got such a nice machine with the necessary quilting feet that usually you have to buy extra.

05-26-2010, 01:21 PM

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rahaube

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Originally Posted by MistyMarie

Wal Mart sells a Brother for under $100 which works great for basic stitching. I bought one for my daughter. She made her first quilt entirely on this machine and is working on the second.

05-26-2010, 02:39 PM

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ReeneeD

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Good advice. I searched Craigslist and found someone in my area selling a Brother 3500XL for $100.00. It only weights 11 pounds and I am going to look at it one day soon.

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Originally Posted by cjomomma

Hit the thrift shops or craigs list. Otherwise you can get a brother at WM for about $100. If you have 1in your area that still has fabrics.

05-26-2010, 03:35 PM

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fish92241

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I bought a cheap Kenmore machine that is very light weight. It has a few stitches and weighs very little. It was less than $100. I leave it in my RV & love it. I also take it to classes.