I want to learn to sew, but I first need to buy a sewing machine. I'm going to get one from JoAnn Fabrics, however, I have NO CLUE what kind of sewing machine I'm looking for. I dont' want to spend a tremendous amount of money and doubt I need one that does everything but make my breakfast. Can you give me suggestions before I go to Jo-Ann's so I don't sound completely brainless? LOL I just want to be able to make cute simple dresses and tops.
thanks!
2006-07-04 04:50:12 · 4 answers · asked by xquizzyt1 2 in Education & Reference ➔ Other - Education
Awesome! You don't need a very complicated machine. I use my mom's Elna from the 1970s and it still works great.
The Singer 7462 looks like a pretty good machine. You get a variety of different stitching options without anything being too complicated. A less expensive is the Singer 1525, which has just about everything you'll need to make simple dresses, pants, and tops. It also looks pretty easy to operate. Just tell the ladies at JoAnn what you want to do and I'm sure they'll be happy to help. A lot of sewing stores also offer lessons (at little or no cost to you) when you purchase a sewing machine and this could be very helpful!
Good luck, and happy sewing! Oh, and if you have any more questions, you can email me. I guess this makes me kind of a nerd, but I'm a sewing junkie. :)
2006-07-04 04:57:26 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 5⤊ 2⤋
I've taught basic sewing skills for 12 years as a Home Ec teacher.
Most machines with basic features are okay, although I will admit that I am a Kenmore fan (Sears). Elna is a reliable brand too.
One thing you should be concerned about is local repair / tune up service. In fact, if you can find such a shop that sells machines, they may be able to offer you a better machine for your money. Keep your machine tuned up is alway a good idea. Don't worry, you shouldn't have to take it to the shop often, but the people in such shops are worth getting to know.
While you're at the fabric shop, ask the sales crew about sewing lessons. I'll bet they can point you in the right directions. You can learn enough to do some basic, but nice, projects using simple pattern within a few weeks.
Good luck.
Let me share this.
One year, I was teaching my students to make Dr. Suess hats. The boys really got into this. They got so good at it, they taught -- YES THEY taught -- on of our assistant principals how to make one.
2006-07-04 05:03:57 · answer #2 · answered by My Big Bear Ron 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
hmmmmmmmm................ i dont know to sew but u can ask a good tailor in your locality.
he will surely help u out
2006-07-04 05:08:26 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
um, i dont sew
2006-07-04 05:03:44 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋