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Help with Picking a Brother machine
I've got machines narrowed down (given price and function) to these:
Brother Computerized Sewing Machine, Model CS-8072 for $289 http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 Brother Sewing Machine, Model XL-6562 for $198 on clearance http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 I'm looking for something for alterations, maybe kids crafts, and don't know if I'll ever use it to sew clothes and doubt quilting is in my future. I'm leaning towards the cheaper (XL-6562) one but Walmart is the only distributor of the product and I can't find reviews. 4/5 reviews for the CS-8072 are favorable. It has a lot more stitches and function, but I don't know if any are "necessary" for my life. If anyone has any insight, I'd appreciate it. Feel free to email me directly. Thanks. Belindi |
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Get the better machine........you will find lots of things you can use the
"extras" on.............. "Belindi" wrote in message om... I've got machines narrowed down (given price and function) to these: Brother Computerized Sewing Machine, Model CS-8072 for $289 http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 Brother Sewing Machine, Model XL-6562 for $198 on clearance http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 I'm looking for something for alterations, maybe kids crafts, and don't know if I'll ever use it to sew clothes and doubt quilting is in my future. I'm leaning towards the cheaper (XL-6562) one but Walmart is the only distributor of the product and I can't find reviews. 4/5 reviews for the CS-8072 are favorable. It has a lot more stitches and function, but I don't know if any are "necessary" for my life. If anyone has any insight, I'd appreciate it. Feel free to email me directly. Thanks. Belindi |
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Forget both of them. Check your local sewing machine shops for good used
machines in your price range. you will get more machine and at least some quality, those brother machines should be outlawed. -- Ron Anderson A1 Sewing Machine PO Box 60 Sand Lake, NY 12153 518-674-8491 http://www.a1sewingmachine.com "Belindi" wrote in message om... I've got machines narrowed down (given price and function) to these: Brother Computerized Sewing Machine, Model CS-8072 for $289 http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 Brother Sewing Machine, Model XL-6562 for $198 on clearance http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 I'm looking for something for alterations, maybe kids crafts, and don't know if I'll ever use it to sew clothes and doubt quilting is in my future. I'm leaning towards the cheaper (XL-6562) one but Walmart is the only distributor of the product and I can't find reviews. 4/5 reviews for the CS-8072 are favorable. It has a lot more stitches and function, but I don't know if any are "necessary" for my life. If anyone has any insight, I'd appreciate it. Feel free to email me directly. Thanks. Belindi |
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Always better to get more than you think you'll need. Can save alot of money
in upgrading "Belindi" wrote in message om... I've got machines narrowed down (given price and function) to these: Brother Computerized Sewing Machine, Model CS-8072 for $289 http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 Brother Sewing Machine, Model XL-6562 for $198 on clearance http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 I'm looking for something for alterations, maybe kids crafts, and don't know if I'll ever use it to sew clothes and doubt quilting is in my future. I'm leaning towards the cheaper (XL-6562) one but Walmart is the only distributor of the product and I can't find reviews. 4/5 reviews for the CS-8072 are favorable. It has a lot more stitches and function, but I don't know if any are "necessary" for my life. If anyone has any insight, I'd appreciate it. Feel free to email me directly. Thanks. Belindi |
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I have bought new machines in that price range and been sorely
disappointed. Is there any way that you can find a used machine in good condition from your newspaper classifieds or maybe a thrift store (I find them there all the time -- gorgeous machines -- you have to test them first to be sure they work, and any thrift store worth its salt will let you)? That way you will only be out $5-50 and you will have a machine that will last you for years. The problem with the newer el cheapo machines is that they don't hold their tension, they don't stitch well, and they are not built to be durable machines. If you live in the San Francisco Bay Area I have a few rescues who would be happy to go to a new home for the price I paid for them. Melinda, who dumped her newer machines in favor of 60s and 70s vintage machines Belindi wrote: I've got machines narrowed down (given price and function) to these: Brother Computerized Sewing Machine, Model CS-8072 for $289 http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 Brother Sewing Machine, Model XL-6562 for $198 on clearance http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 -- I know God will not give me anything I can't handle. I just wish that He didn't trust me so much. - Mother Teresa |
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Thanks all. The problem is that I know nothing about machines
generally and the sewing instructor I worked with insisted on new machines and Bernina came highly recommended (and $1500 no wonder). So if I tested a used machine, I'd have no idea if it was doing what it was supposed to be doing. I think I'm going to gamble w/ the "should be outlawed" Brother and if it can't handle my kids hemming needs, then I'll ship it back to Walmart. Thanks for letting me know what to watch out for. Belindi "Mike Behrent" wrote in message ... Always better to get more than you think you'll need. Can save alot of money in upgrading "Belindi" wrote in message om... I've got machines narrowed down (given price and function) to these: Brother Computerized Sewing Machine, Model CS-8072 for $289 http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 Brother Sewing Machine, Model XL-6562 for $198 on clearance http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 I'm looking for something for alterations, maybe kids crafts, and don't know if I'll ever use it to sew clothes and doubt quilting is in my future. I'm leaning towards the cheaper (XL-6562) one but Walmart is the only distributor of the product and I can't find reviews. 4/5 reviews for the CS-8072 are favorable. It has a lot more stitches and function, but I don't know if any are "necessary" for my life. If anyone has any insight, I'd appreciate it. Feel free to email me directly. Thanks. Belindi |
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I got a Brother from Walmart a couple of years ago for Christmas. It is now
worn out because the gears are plastic. My deceased mother's old machine from 1953 (a Singer) still runs great (like a sewing machine) because it has all metal gears. I agree with the person who recommended a used older machine with metal gears. It will outlast any of the new machines with plastic gears, if it is in good condition. Check E-Bay and at your local Sewing machine repair shops. Byron "Belindi" wrote in message om... I've got machines narrowed down (given price and function) to these: Brother Computerized Sewing Machine, Model CS-8072 for $289 http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 Brother Sewing Machine, Model XL-6562 for $198 on clearance http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...3A90433%3A4770 I'm looking for something for alterations, maybe kids crafts, and don't know if I'll ever use it to sew clothes and doubt quilting is in my future. I'm leaning towards the cheaper (XL-6562) one but Walmart is the only distributor of the product and I can't find reviews. 4/5 reviews for the CS-8072 are favorable. It has a lot more stitches and function, but I don't know if any are "necessary" for my life. If anyone has any insight, I'd appreciate it. Feel free to email me directly. Thanks. Belindi |
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Hi Melinda, I live in the Bay Area and am looking for a serger, used is fine
with me. Do you know where I can get a good used serger, for a good price? Wanda "Melinda Meahan - take out TRASH to reply" wrote in message ... I have bought new machines in that price range and been sorely disappointed. Is there any way that you can find a used machine in good condition from your newspaper classifieds or maybe a thrift store (I find them there all the time -- gorgeous machines -- you have to test them first to be sure they work, and any thrift store worth its salt will let you)? That way you will only be out $5-50 and you will have a machine that will last you for years. The problem with the newer el cheapo machines is that they don't hold their tension, they don't stitch well, and they are not built to be durable machines. If you live in the San Francisco Bay Area I have a few rescues who would be happy to go to a new home for the price I paid for them. Melinda, who dumped her newer machines in favor of 60s and 70s vintage machines Belindi wrote: I've got machines narrowed down (given price and function) to these: Brother Computerized Sewing Machine, Model CS-8072 for $289 http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...cat=4770&type= 1&dept=4044&path=0%3A4044%3A4064%3A90433%3A4770 Brother Sewing Machine, Model XL-6562 for $198 on clearance http://www.walmart.com/catalog/produ...cat=4770&type= 1&dept=4044&path=0%3A4044%3A4064%3A90433%3A4770 -- I know God will not give me anything I can't handle. I just wish that He didn't trust me so much. - Mother Teresa --- Outgoing mail is certified Virus Free. Checked by AVG anti-virus system (http://www.grisoft.com). Version: 6.0.522 / Virus Database: 320 - Release Date: 9/29/03 |
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