Comments on: Buying a New Sewing Machine

By: Cristina

Cristina — Tue, 08 Feb 2011 13:11:41 +0000

The list is marvellous… I will use it for my next new sewing machine (I’m still using the old one my mother bought when she was young!!!)

By: Constance Peterson

Constance Peterson — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 03:42:56 +0000

I would look up the owner sites for the sewing machine you wish to purchased. For example there is sites for owners of creative visions by pfaff. You will be able see what problems the owners are having. The owners wil also let you know how well that company responds to problems. Plus, the owners can answer questions.
Find a embroidery or sewing club and ask the ladies what sewing machines they would recommend.
Remember just because a sewing machine company has been around a long time does not mean their new machines are reliable.

By: Baning

Baning — Sat, 12 Jun 2010 09:14:46 +0000

I’m a beginner in sewing. I have old classic sewing machine from my mother. I’m thinking to buy new sewing machine, but my saving’s still not enough to afford it, maybe I can buy it after some months. This new hobby is so much interesting, thanks for sharing us many information. ^_^

By: Wendy

Wendy — Sat, 23 Jan 2010 22:05:51 +0000

I am new to sewing. Everytime I use my machine it gives me problems. I don’t know if it is the operator or the machine. There isn’t anything in the book about the problem it is giving. I had it to the shop a couple of times, but I still have the problem. So I put it away for awhile thinking the problem will go away. Then the next time I use it, I learn the problem doesn’t go away. I am tired of this problem, and searching for a new machine, that is basic but I can grow with. I will be shopping for a machine in a couple of months, and this site helped, and am so grateful for it.

By: Bethany

Bethany — Mon, 16 Nov 2009 19:36:06 +0000

I have a cheap, 50$ machine from Walmart which was okay to learn on, but the functionality is very limited. This is the best article I’ve found on machine shopping – VERY much appreciated!

By: Andie

Andie — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 00:08:43 +0000

This is one of my new favorite sites. It has been very helpful. I’ve never owned a sewing machine and now that i have two baby boys, I would love to be able to teach myself some new skills. Im super excited to go out and look for a machine now. Thanks for making this information available to all.

By: Sue Niven

Sue Niven — Tue, 30 Jun 2009 02:19:53 +0000

some very interesting points, all in one place. well done

By: Nancy Parry

Nancy Parry — Wed, 17 Jun 2009 12:40:48 +0000

Great information! Wish I had had this when I bought my machine although I am really happy with what I got.

By: Nani

Nani — Mon, 15 Jun 2009 22:23:15 +0000

thanks for the great info…I’m looking into getting a serger

By: Jill

Jill — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 15:53:41 +0000

I am always doing research to help me buy a new sewing machine…I can’t afford on yet (my husband is in his 2nd year of law school), but I still like to know what I WILL get someday. This gave me some great tips! Thanks! My grandma has an OLD husqvarna/viking that is amazing, so I’m leaning toward one of those as well!