Buying a Sewing Machine
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easy to use it isnt possible to do all sewing tech. niques using a serger. .... good used sewing machine. In addition to all the ...
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Buying a Sewing MachinePage 1Cooperative Extension ServiceCollege of Agriculture and Home EconomicsNEWMEX ICOSTAEUNIVE R SITYTBuying a SewingMachineGuide C203Revised by Constance KratzerFamily Resources Management SpecialistThis publication is scheduled to be updated and reissue11/07.Where will the machine be stored?s In what rooms In a cabinet and what styles In a closet if it is portables Does the machine come with a storage caseand is that an extra cost?How long do you intend to use the machine?s A few monthss A few yearss Until something new comes outs All your sewing lifetimeBEFORE YOU BUYAs you consider buying a sewing machine tryto complete each of the following steps on theway to a final choice. Check each item off whenit is finished.s Check out the available sewing machines.Go to a library and read magazine articles onhow to buy a sewing machine. Study the articles that compare machine types andbrands to determine which are recommended by consumer research services.s Comparison shop at reliable local dealers.Dont be afraid to ask questions. Check several brands before making the final decision.s Check all the models. Dont be pushed intobuying more machine than you need. Thetopoftheline isnt always the best buy forthe money.s Discuss sewing machines with friends.Which ones have they had good and bad experience with?When its time to buy a sewing machine thebuyer can be nearly overwhelmed by all the decisions. Some of the choicesstraight stitch or zigzag stitch stretch and fancy stitches portable orcabinet model machine regular duty or heavyduty open arm or flat bed mechanical or electronic expensive or inexpensive new or usedand on and on.Todays sewing machine market might tempt abuyer to consider a serger but the serger shouldnot be selected in place of a traditional sewingmachine. Although the serger is versatile andeasy to use it isnt possible to do all sewing techniques using a serger. Persons interested in buying a serger should read Selecting an Overloc ...
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