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5. This machine would work well for the things she wants to do.

Sat Jul 14, 2012, 03:57 PM

Jul 2012

It can also do quilt stitching and decorative stitching. If you go a step up, you can get one that does letters and things like that.

If you have a local fabric store, they often have classes for beginners. Some of the pattern makers, like Simplicity, also have "Learn to Sew" patterns. I just bought a couple and found them really easy to use.

Anyway, it's a great gift idea and she will most likely love it.

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Anyone here know anything about sewing machines? [View all] NickB79 Jul 2012 OP

Why not get her a new mop and a pretty new bucket? Motown_Johnny Jul 2012 #1

I just bought a Brother computerized machine and am very happy with it. cbayer Jul 2012 #2

Thanks! She likes to make blankets, baby stuff, etc NickB79 Jul 2012 #3

This machine would work well for the things she wants to do. cbayer Jul 2012 #5

There are lots of books on sewing. Manifestor_of_Light Jul 2012 #6

eBay sellers have different return policies... cyberswede Jul 2012 #4

Any sufficiently advanced technology is indistinguishable from magic. For example, sewing machines. HopeHoops Jul 2012 #7

I would recommend not buying from ebay handmade34 Jul 2012 #8

As a textile person, I second the Husquvarna machine! wovenpaint Jul 2012 #11

I use a 47-year-old Kenmore that runs like a top! grasswire Jul 2012 #9

I hear it is a girls best friend.... whistler162 Jul 2012 #10

Seamstress here KT2000 Jul 2012 #12

Re: Sears and Walmart good places for this Jericoni Nov 2012 #13

Welcome to DU! hrmjustin Nov 2012 #14