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A new occasional sewer needs some recommendations for an affordable dependable machine. How much do you have to spend to get a frustration free machine that does the basics?
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Jan 28, 2012, 03.29 PMby patti-r
Member Kate has some very good tips:
http://www.diceyhome.free-online.co.uk/On%20the%20care%20&%20Feeding%20of%20sewing%20machines/on_the_choosing.htm
Since you are from the USA brands may vary do to dealers that are in your area go to an established dealer, test machines and a few different brands.
The cost will depend on the bells and whistles you want on a machine, buy the best you can afford.