I just remembered my wife mentioned she would like a sewing machine. She's not a professional, just hems things, takes in pants, makes curtains, might make a few quilts. Anyway, I have NO idea what type to get. Sears has an electronic one that has a bunch of stitches, that could be good right? Sears also has one that is a heavy duty and a heavy duty high speed. When I see "heavy duty" that has to be a good thing, right? Any quick help would be appreciated.

Unless she's seriously going to be making stuff, don't spend a ton. I bought one for less than 100 for my daughter and it ha held up just fine, for repairs, small projects and the like.

Just noticed you said she quilts. That makes me think heavy duty would be a good choice. Also, curtains.

I just remembered my wife mentioned she would like a sewing machine. She's not a professional, just hems things, takes in pants, makes curtains, might make a few quilts. Anyway, I have NO idea what type to get. Sears has an electronic one that has a bunch of stitches, that could be good right? Sears also has one that is a heavy duty and a heavy duty high speed. When I see "heavy duty" that has to be a good thing, right? Any quick help would be appreciated.

 

This one is electronic has 100 stitches built in:

 

 

This one is "heavy duty" and has 23 built in stitches:

 

 

I haven't a clue which is better over the other.

This one is electronic has 100 stitches built in:

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This one is "heavy duty" and has 23 built in stitches:

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I haven't a clue which is better over the other.

 

Hang on...I'll do a little investigating.

Unless she's seriously going to be making stuff, don't spend a ton. I bought one for less than 100 for my daughter and it ha held up just fine, for repairs, small projects and the like.

 

Just noticed you said she quilts. That makes me think heavy duty would be a good choice. Also, curtains.

 

Thanks rockmom. Would $150-$160 be too much? Is electronic that much better than what looks like manual? By the way, how's your weather right now? Waiting on ours here in NKy.

Thanks rockmom. Would $150-$160 be too much? Is electronic that much better than what looks like manual? By the way, how's your weather right now? Waiting on ours here in NKy.

 

It's calmed down, but left behind flooding.

 

I'd say the heavy duty would be better for what you describe as her project. The other one seems more for fancy stiching, which doesn't fit with any of the things you mentiom. I'd say if she's going to use it 150-160 is good. Singer is a very reputable brand as well.

It's calmed down, but left behind flooding.

 

I'd say the heavy duty would be better for what you describe as her project. The other one seems more for fancy stiching, which doesn't fit with any of the things you mentiom. I'd say if she's going to use it 150-160 is good. Singer is a very reputable brand as well.

 

THANK YOU for the info. I just don't want to get something that might be too much for what is really needed. And to be honest when she said "quilting", I have never seen her sew quilt pieces on a sewing machine. I think I'll go with the heavy duty as you suggest.

 

Hearing faint rumbling up here in NKY right now, hopefully we won't get the 60mph wind gusts being predicted.

 

Thanks again, and Merry Christmas to you and your family!

THANK YOU for the info. I just don't want to get something that might be too much for what is really needed. And to be honest when she said "quilting", I have never seen her sew quilt pieces on a sewing machine. I think I'll go with the heavy duty as you suggest.

 

Hearing faint rumbling up here in NKY right now, hopefully we won't get the 60mph wind gusts being predicted.

 

Thanks again, and Merry Christmas to you and your family!

 

And to you as well!

 

And quilting by hand is tedious. If she Enjoys quilting, but finds the stiching challenging by hand, this should do the trick. I used to do emroidery and had to quit because my hands can't handle the tiny, precise stitches that are required. Plus, if she has eysight issues, that can make it hard to do by hand. She may just be wanting to make it a little easier.

Edited December 24, 201510 yr by rockmom

OlDog...I have no idea if they'll be open tomorrow, but Luke's Sewing Center on Dixie Highway out near St. Henry church in Erlanger/Elsmere is a great spot. That's where I got my wife a new sewing machine when she wanted one. I walked in and told them I was about 100% ignorant as far as sewing machines are concerned, and they ended up setting me up perfectly. Highly recommend talking to them.

OlDog...I have no idea if they'll be open tomorrow, but Luke's Sewing Center on Dixie Highway out near St. Henry church in Erlanger/Elsmere is a great spot. That's where I got my wife a new sewing machine when she wanted one. I walked in and told them I was about 100% ignorant as far as sewing machines are concerned, and they ended up setting me up perfectly. Highly recommend talking to them.

 

Thanks, I'll do just that.

And @rockmom saves the day (with an assist by CWB) :banana: As a dear old man used to say, "you are handier than a pocket on a shirt" RM.

 

This is one of the greatest things about BGP. Somebody on here is always able to answer the tough questions with solid, helpful information.

And @rockmom saves the day (with an assist by CWB) :banana: As a dear old man used to say, "you are handier than a pocket on a shirt" RM.

 

This is one of the greatest things about BGP. Somebody on here is always able to answer the tough questions with solid, helpful information.

 

Amen!!

OD, what did you choose? And did we steer you correctly?

@OlDog75, I'm dying over here! :lol2: I'm personally invested in this gift.