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New Bernina Stitch Regulator
Has anyone seen or tried the new Bernina Stitch Regulator? Do you know what
it's like? I have been considering a new machine and while I don't have a Bernina now (a confirmed Janome user to date) I would definitely consider a domestic machine with stitch regulation. Is there any other machine that has a stitch regulator that I should be considering? I would really appreciate any opinions or recommendations. -- Cheryl http://community.webshots.com/user/witchofthewest cawaites@netconnectDOTcomDOTau "catsatararat" on Yahoo msgr |
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New Bernina Stitch Regulator
I think Sandy Foster has one...
-- Kathy A. (Woodland, CA) Queen of Fabric Tramps http://www.kayneyquilting.com , remove the obvious to reply "Cheryl in Oz" cawaitesATnetconnectDOTcomDOTau wrote in message ... Has anyone seen or tried the new Bernina Stitch Regulator? Do you know what it's like? I have been considering a new machine and while I don't have a Bernina now (a confirmed Janome user to date) I would definitely consider a domestic machine with stitch regulation. Is there any other machine that has a stitch regulator that I should be considering? I would really appreciate any opinions or recommendations. -- Cheryl http://community.webshots.com/user/witchofthewest cawaites@netconnectDOTcomDOTau "catsatararat" on Yahoo msgr |
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New Bernina Stitch Regulator
I have tried it at 2 different quilt shows, in a local Bernina's shop, and
at the home of one of my quilt guild members. I love it! I just have a Janome Gem Gold, and have been considering the Janome Platinum. I really want the Bernina, but that might be more than I want to spend. Sherry Starr "Cheryl in Oz" cawaitesATnetconnectDOTcomDOTau wrote in message ... Has anyone seen or tried the new Bernina Stitch Regulator? Do you know what it's like? I have been considering a new machine and while I don't have a Bernina now (a confirmed Janome user to date) I would definitely consider a domestic machine with stitch regulation. Is there any other machine that has a stitch regulator that I should be considering? I would really appreciate any opinions or recommendations. -- Cheryl http://community.webshots.com/user/witchofthewest cawaites@netconnectDOTcomDOTau "catsatararat" on Yahoo msgr |
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New Bernina Stitch Regulator
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"Kathy Applebaum" wrote: I think Sandy Foster has one... -- Kathy A. (Woodland, CA) Queen of Fabric Tramps http://www.kayneyquilting.com , remove the obvious to reply You think right, Kathy! G I love my Bernina 440 with the BSR! In fact, much as I had previously enjoyed using my Bernina 1260, I haven't regretted giving it up to get the 440 for one minute. Cheryl, the BSR is standard on the machine I have, and it's really great. Of course, you still need to practice to get a *smooth* stitch, but at least the stitches will be even. G The BSR is also an extra option on the 430, but I don't think it's cost effective, once you consider that you'd also want to buy a walking foot for that machine (that foot is standard on the 440), adding enough to the cost to make it more practical to buy the 440 with its extra feet and stitches. Since I bought my machine, Bernina has come out with the BSR on two new machines, as well as an upgrade to the 200 model. However, the new models are quite a bit more expensive than the 440 and do much more than I think I'll ever need (especially since I won't be doing computerized embroidery; Berninas don't hook up to Macs -- I'll stick to FM embroidery if I want embroidery at all. G). The upgrade to the 200 is also pretty costly, but if you already had that machine, it would be a good option, rather than buying a new machine. The BSR on the two new models (640, 630), as well as the update to the 200, can also do regulated zigzag quilting, which my model can't do. But how often do I zigzag quilt, anyway? Have I mentioned that I love this new machine? G "Cheryl in Oz" cawaitesATnetconnectDOTcomDOTau wrote in message ... Has anyone seen or tried the new Bernina Stitch Regulator? Do you know what it's like? I have been considering a new machine and while I don't have a Bernina now (a confirmed Janome user to date) I would definitely consider a domestic machine with stitch regulation. Is there any other machine that has a stitch regulator that I should be considering? I would really appreciate any opinions or recommendations. -- Cheryl http://community.webshots.com/user/witchofthewest cawaites@netconnectDOTcomDOTau "catsatararat" on Yahoo msgr -- Sandy in Henderson, near Las Vegas my ISP is earthlink.net -- put sfoster1(at) in front http://home.earthlink.net/~sfoster1 AKA Dame Sandy, Minister of Education |
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New Bernina Stitch Regulator
Oh I don't expet that!! LOL
As a matter of fact I don't free-motion AT ALL. But I do want to learn and I believe in using good tools if you are serious about your work, so based on the comments made here I think I will be making the trek to a Bernina dealer to take a look. I should explain that this could mean getting someone to drive me about 200km to Melbourne if I want to see all models. For a 400km round trip I just wanted to know it was worth going! Maybe I will time it for the next quilt show in Melbourne - now there's a thought!! -- Cheryl http://community.webshots.com/user/witchofthewest cawaites@netconnectDOTcomDOTau "catsatararat" on Yahoo msgr "WhansaMi" wrote in message news:G0c7f.834$I65.296@trnddc01... "Cheryl in Oz" cawaitesATnetconnectDOTcomDOTau wrote in message ... Has anyone seen or tried the new Bernina Stitch Regulator? Do you know what it's like? I have been considering a new machine and while I don't have a Bernina now (a confirmed Janome user to date) I would definitely consider a domestic machine with stitch regulation. Is there any other machine that has a stitch regulator that I should be considering? I would really appreciate any opinions or recommendations. -- Cheryl Cheryl, I've had the 440 for about six months now. I previously owned a Bernina 125 and still have a Janome 6500. I am glad I bought the 440. It is a very sturdy machine, and I like the feel of it. It has an excellent stitch. The BSR certainly has improved my free motion quilting. However, the BSR is not a cure all. If I were to rank my free motion ability prior to buying the BSR, I'd say it was a 4 on a scale of 1 to 10. Now it is a 6 or 7. Improved, but not great. So, if you are buying it as a tool to help you in your work, then it is a wonderful thing. If you are buying it thinking it is going to give you perfect free motion quilting, you are likely to be disappointed. JMHO Sheila |
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"Cheryl in Oz" cawaitesATnetconnectDOTcomDOTau wrote in message ... Oh I don't expet that!! LOL Good. I have just heard some things from other people that make me think that they believe that, by buying the BSR they don't need to develop the skill. I was rather HOPING that, myself! But, it isn't the case. As a matter of fact I don't free-motion AT ALL. But I do want to learn and I believe in using good tools if you are serious about your work, so based on the comments made here I think I will be making the trek to a Bernina dealer to take a look. I should explain that this could mean getting someone to drive me about 200km to Melbourne if I want to see all models. For a 400km round trip I just wanted to know it was worth going! Maybe I will time it for the next quilt show in Melbourne - now there's a thought!! -- Cheryl Sounds like fun -- if time-consuming. Really, I do love my 440. It drives nicely, for me. Sheila |
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New Bernina Stitch Regulator
Sandy Foster wrote:
Have I mentioned that I love this new machine? G Nah, I don't think you appreciate it enough. *huge grin* I've played with a 440 several times at the quilt shop. I think the BSR is the best thing since sliced bread, and I can hardly wait to get the upgrade for my 200. I do a lot of free motion quilting, so it'll free me up to concentrate on smooth lines without having to worry about stitch length. I'm really looking forward to that. -- the black rose Research Associate in the Field of Child Development and Human Relations http://community.webshots.com/user/blackrosequilts 2005 BOMs: http://pg.photos.yahoo.com/ph/blackrosequilts/my_photos -------- __o ----- -\. -------- __o --- ( )/ ( ) ---- -\. -------------------- ( )/ ( ) ----------------------------------------- |
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