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Not Afraid 11-20-2008 10:02 PM

I've realized that there are three very important words when describing a new sewing machine: Built-in Needle Threader

DreadPirateRoberts 11-20-2008 10:06 PM

We have a Singer Rocketeer, and a Bernina. Mrs. DPR really likes the Bernina, it costs a little more, but the quality really shows.

JWBear 11-20-2008 10:23 PM

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Originally Posted by bewitched (Post 254927)
I'd love to know which Husqvarna Viking Helen has.

Husqvarna! That's what my mother had! I remember that strange name.

Kevy Baby 11-20-2008 11:37 PM

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Originally Posted by JWBear (Post 254944)
Husqvarna! That's what my mother had! I remember that strange name.

They made (make?) motorcycles too!

JWBear 11-20-2008 11:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Kevy Baby (Post 254959)
They made (make?) motorcycles too!

:p

Kevy Baby 11-21-2008 08:11 AM

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Originally Posted by JWBear (Post 254965)
:p

No, seriously. I remember them from watching motocross races in the 70's. Apparently, they are still doing making them.


Prudence 11-21-2008 09:02 AM

I have a Bernina. I like it, but it's a little finicky at times.

Disneyphile 11-21-2008 11:13 AM

I have the $169 machine from Costco, and I love it!

My last Brother machine from there held up for 10 years until it fell 6 feet to a hard floor. :rolleyes: I sewed everything from denim and heavy canvas to chiffon and silk.

But, yeah... the new machine runs fantastic, and it comes with a load of extra feet, like a rolled hem foot (which is a godsend), and the accessories alone are worth more than the cost of the whole package. (Some of the feet sell for $30 each.) It also includes a detachable platform which helps when sewing larger projects.

My only gripe - the "hard case" is more like a hard cover. It has no bottom, but it does help to protect the machine.

Morrigoon 11-21-2008 11:23 AM

I think either door #2 or door #3 there, NA

Disneyphile 11-21-2008 11:36 AM

Oooooh. I see they have my serger for $199. That's a good price, and it's an awesome serger too.


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