sewing machines, not for quilting

She should find a reliable dealer that she can work with (not JoAnns or
one of the big box stores). The major companies all have good machines;
it depends on what she likes best. She might want to consider a good
used machine. The dealers often have good machines that people have
traded in on new machines. A pre-1960 Singer can be inexpensive and very
reliable; you can sometimes pick those up at a thrift store or garage
sale for very little money.

Julia in MN

Martha wrote:
A friend of mine is thinking of buying a sewing machine for "occasional
household sewing" plus making comforter covers. She is looking to spend
a maximum of several hundred dollars.

Nearby dealers include Janome, White, Husqvarna, Viking.

Any thoughts on brands? Or Joann's vs other dealers?

She has tried a couple of models of each of the above, and does have
some she likes better than others. But I offered to check with you
folks, since I only know one brand, and you all have wide experience.

TIA!

Martha


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