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aims1202 | 14:16 Tue 20th Jan 2009 | Home & Garden
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not really sure where to put this question!
i am thinking of buying a new sewing machine as i have my mums old one that is big and heavy and keeps breaking down. I just dont know what to look for though, i just want a basic one for doing things like alterations, making cushion covers, kids dressing up etc
Anyone know about sewing machines and best place to buy?
Thanks so much
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Hi Aims

I have a Bernina 1008 - a solid workhorse, used in schools and colleges in the UK. It can do all the basic stitches as well as reverse and quite a few interesting ones, as well as buttonholes and has variable stitch lengths. It wasn't cheap (just under �600) but is a lifetime investment for me and since I've been through 3 machines already (a Singer, a Frister & Rossman and a Toyota), I thought it was worth paying more for something that would last. If you want to spend less than that, then these are also good makes:- Janome, Husqvarna and Brother.

I bought my machine from this company (on the recommendation from a friend who teaches needlework etc), they were great to deal with, no delivery charges, and I had the machine within a couple of days ! http://www.jaycotts.co.uk/

just got a new one berlina . V pleased. �129 . But..... I saw tescos had one ( well a lot really ) for �47 with a 2 year guarantee.
I didn't want a complicated one with zillions of stiches am do like my new light weight one .
oh bother it's not a berlina it's a brother got it from an independent shop so I could test drive different makes and models .
Hi Aims,

Bernina is the one for.

My wife has had one for over 30 years and it's still going strong.

Regards

CSG2306

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