Fran, I am still singing the wonders of a Kenmore 158: series. Replaced my
Beloved of over 30 years with a Pfaff "Jeans and satin". The pfaff really has
lived up to its hype and does not require a transition period between
fibers...just like the Kenmore of the '70s. But for rugged costume mileage, it
was always at MY beck and call. Picked up a free arm last month on e-Bay that
never saw much sewing even though it was advertised as used. While searching,
came across a number of them New and some with cases for about $200. My
original one (1972) had key cams that I seldom used...but I love the
button-holer, also with keys Great when you need to make dozens!
Kathleen
-----Original Message-----
From: "Lavolta Press" <[email protected]>
Sent 9/2/2012 6:52:11 PM
To: "Historical Costume" <[email protected]>
Subject: [h-cost] Advice on new sewing machineI do not want a serger, or an
embroidery machine. I want a machine with
the following features:
* Metal body
* Durability
* Infrequent need for service
* Not quirky
* Really good straight stitch
* Zigzag capability
* Easy buttonholes
* Ability to sew both light and heavy fabrics easily, including crossing
seams
* Free arm or narrow bed? so I can sew sleeves easily
* Probably the ability to lower the feed dogs
* Mechanical machine, except I'm confused about the term. Even the
"mechanical" machines (new not vintage) clearly have some computerization
* A machine that doesn't try to make my decisions for me!
* Probably a new machine, since I don't want to inherit someone else's
problems and want to be able to get parts easily
* Good track records. I have bought two expensive machines (over time)
that were supposedly good machines from reputable manufacturers, yet
they turned out to be a chronic PITA
I am considering the Bernina 1008, since as far as I can tell the 1015
is no longer made. But clearly other manufacturers are also making
mechanical machines.
Thanks for any advice.
Fran
Lavolta Press
Books of historic patterns
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