Sewing Machines?

Question

I want to learn how to sew and I'm looking for a sewing machine. I pland on doing basic sewing. Mostly I'll make clothes. I found some machines at Wal-Mart for under $100 (Brother and Singer). Does anyone know if these machines will suit my needs? Thanks

Answer 1

From experience I've learned you get what you pay for. The cheap comes out expensive in the end because you will soon be looking for a better machine. My Singer was crap and drove me crazy. The threads would bunch up randomly. I've heard from other Singers users that the quality has dropped dramatically since they were sold to Juki.

Save up some money and spend a little more on a Brother. Mine is great and now I don't pull my hair out every time I try to do a sewing project.

Answer 2

I recently bought the Sears lowest price portable machine on sale to take to quilting classes. I also have a Kenmore that I bought in 1965 with all the bells and -- . I'm happy with both of them-- the less than $100 from Sears does all I need it to do--basic sewing-- a limited number of fancy stitching-- of which zig zag would be the most useful in beginning sewing. I took a treadle Singer to Germany-- paid $45 for it here at home-- used it for 4 years and sold it back here for $45. Basic sewing-- no buttonholes except with a special attachment.
The person is right-- take a piece of fabric and check them all out-- I suggest a lessor investment until you think you are ready for moving up in quality and price.
good luck

Answer 3

If you're just learning to sew, I would suggest getting a basic machine. You do not need all the fancy "bells and whistles" Get the least expensive one you can find. You may even try Pawn shops (but those usually do not have the instructions, which are very helpful).

Good luck, it can be a lot of fun.

Answer 4

They should be o.k.. I have always used a Kennmore, primarily
their inside is stainless steel and not plastic that wear faster. I have one now that is about 23 years old and still running fine. Another about buying from a place like Sears is they can help you if you have a question, and you can try the machines right there in the store..

Answer 5

Both Brother and Singer are good machines, I have a Brother XL 5700, that does basic and also fancy things too go check it out.

Answer 6

umm I would say not really because it is cheap and it is from walmart.. No offense to walmart! but usually good sewing machines cost like 200 or 300 bucks!