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Posted by on March 14, 2006, 1:33 am
I would like to buy a sewing machine for basic sewing but it must be
able to sew through denim. Basically, I would like to make some clothes
for myself-- nothing fancy.
I am hesitant to buy a new model of Singer or Brother because from what
I've read, they are built cheaply and don't sew through denim.
Many say that I am better off buying a working Singer or another brand
that was made before the 1970s since that's about when they stopped
making quality sewing machines (they were losing money, of course.)
However, I am completely lost as to what models are the best for my
needs and whether I really do need an old model for denim. I do not
want to pay more than $150.
PLEASE HELP! Oh, and if you want to sell yours, I'd love to know more
info.
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Posted by Bobbie Sews Moore on March 14, 2006, 3:55 am
I would suggest that you read up on sewing machine needles. You will need
the correct size to sew demin---usually a size 16.
HTH Barbara in SC and now FL
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Posted by Kate Dicey on March 14, 2006, 4:56 am
masha.saakova@gmail.com wrote:
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> I would like to buy a sewing machine for basic sewing but it must be
> able to sew through denim. Basically, I would like to make some clothes
> for myself-- nothing fancy.
> I am hesitant to buy a new model of Singer or Brother because from what
> I've read, they are built cheaply and don't sew through denim.
> Many say that I am better off buying a working Singer or another brand
> that was made before the 1970s since that's about when they stopped
> making quality sewing machines (they were losing money, of course.)
> However, I am completely lost as to what models are the best for my
> needs and whether I really do need an old model for denim. I do not
> want to pay more than $150.
>
> PLEASE HELP! Oh, and if you want to sell yours, I'd love to know more
> info.
>
Where are you? I have an old (very heavy!) New Home that needs a place
to stay - free to good home, buyer collects! But I'm in Kent, UK...
--
Kate XXXXXX R.C.T.Q Madame Chef des Trolls
Lady Catherine, Wardrobe Mistress of the Chocolate Buttons
http://www.katedicey.co.uk
Click on Kate's Pages and explore!
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Posted by IMS on March 14, 2006, 7:36 am
On 13 Mar 2006 22:33:47 -0800, masha.saakova@gmail.com wrote:
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>I would like to buy a sewing machine for basic sewing but it must be
>able to sew through denim. Basically, I would like to make some clothes
>for myself-- nothing fancy.
>I am hesitant to buy a new model of Singer or Brother because from what
>I've read, they are built cheaply and don't sew through denim.
>Many say that I am better off buying a working Singer or another brand
>that was made before the 1970s since that's about when they stopped
>making quality sewing machines (they were losing money, of course.)
>However, I am completely lost as to what models are the best for my
>needs and whether I really do need an old model for denim. I do not
>want to pay more than $150.
>PLEASE HELP! Oh, and if you want to sell yours, I'd love to know more
>info.
I collect and repair vintage machines, and about 1 or 2 times a month
list a couple on eBay, and I also sell directly. I am located in
Central New York State. You can email me off list if you like.
-Irene
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You only live once, but if you do it right, once is enough.=20
--Mae West=20
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> able to sew through denim. Basically, I would like to make some clothes
> for myself-- nothing fancy.
> I am hesitant to buy a new model of Singer or Brother because from what
> I've read, they are built cheaply and don't sew through denim.
> Many say that I am better off buying a working Singer or another brand
> that was made before the 1970s since that's about when they stopped
> making quality sewing machines (they were losing money, of course.)
> However, I am completely lost as to what models are the best for my
> needs and whether I really do need an old model for denim. I do not
> want to pay more than $150.
>
> PLEASE HELP! Oh, and if you want to sell yours, I'd love to know more
> info.
>