Newbie sewing machine?

[bicentennial_baby]

Hi all! :hi:

So, I borrowed my Mom's Brother LS-2515 (or something like that) to try and learn to sew, and to see if I want to buy a machine of my own. If I do decide to, what would you recommend for this newly married college student with a tight budget? I'm not looking to be on Project Runway anytime soon, so nothing super fancy.

Thanks! :)

[kcass1954]

1. What are you going to use it for? And what's your budget? n/t

[bicentennial_baby]

2. Hmm...For now,

Probably simple things, like pillowcases, pillows, etc. Later on, maybe simple clothing. Budget: 100-200? Possibly a tad higher. :shrug:

[Sweet Freedom]

3. I recently took a sewing class

and my teacher recommended a Janome. I've been happy with it. (Whatever you decide on, look up user reviews on the Internet. At first, I had bought a Singer machine and it was so awful, I had to return it. Some internet research revealed mountains of bad reviews.)

[Whoa_Nelly]

4. First off... CONGRATULATIONS to You and Sniffa!

:woohoo: :hug: :bounce: :applause: :hi:

Now...your question...



Have been sewing for over 45 years, and last year my son bought me a handy-dandy machine by Brother.

I absolutely love it! It's lightweight, easy to use, and has a lot of great computerized stitches...and is within your price range ;)

http://www.brother-usa.com/homesewing/ModelDetail.aspx?ProductID=ES2000

[bicentennial_baby]

5. awwww, thank you!!

:hug:

And thanks for the tip! :hi:

[KitchenWitch]

6. I have a middle of the line Kenmore!

it does not have the computerized stitches but it is easy to use and I am loving it. (Just got it last October).