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Sewing machine reviews: Brother SE400 Computerized Embroidery Sewing Machine

info — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 03:44:08 +0000

The Brother SE400 Computerized Embroidery Sewing Machine takes the SE350 up a notch by adding a USB port so you can download embroidery patterns and stitches and update your machine through your laptop or computer.

For its price range, this is a phenomenally functional machine – bordering on professional use due to [...]

8 tips: Buying a sewing machine

info — Wed, 18 Apr 2007 18:30:51 +0000

When looking at machines for purchase, it is important to sew on the machine yourself, in fact, you should insist on it. You should plan ahead, and when you go to the sewing machine store, know the kind of things you are interested in doing. Take pieces of fabric, or whatever you plan to sew [...]

11 Tips on How to Use a Sewing Machine

info — Wed, 11 Apr 2007 18:43:30 +0000

How to use a sewing machine? Seems simple, right? Well, the purpose of this site is to guide those from beginners to the expert on all sewing related things. It can be a little confusing with so many brands of sewing machines available today. There are, however, a few basics tips and standards when it [...]

Sewing Machine Repair: Do It Yourself

info — Mon, 19 Mar 2007 15:22:07 +0000

Your sewing machine is a wonderfully useful machine when working properly, a frustrating, confusing monster when it’s not. Oddly, a vast majority of machines sent to repair shops for repairs, could be repaired at home with little or no technical knowledge.

The first thing to remember is not to panic! Don’t let your frustration get in [...]

Before You Buy a Sewing Machine

info — Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:15:13 +0000

A sewing machine is probably the largest investment you will make in any of your sewing tools. Making an informed decision will allow you to buy a machine to meet your needs and save you hours of frustration. Sewing is fun when the machine works with you to create anything you want. Know Your Spending Limits

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Questions To Ask Yourself When Buying A New Sewing Machine

info — Fri, 16 Feb 2007 07:22:47 +0000

Buying a sewing machine can be a daunting experience, as well as an exciting one, a little like buying a new car, remember you might be committing to spending a few hundred dollars and a sewing machine is something you are going to use a lot, you need to make sure that the one you [...]

Sewing Machine Parts

info — Thu, 11 Jan 2007 08:44:45 +0000

Most sewing machines are well-built and will last for many years with only a few parts needing replacement. A great number of antique sewing machines are still in operation, but parts can be hard to find if the company is no longer in business. Typically, the manufacturer is the best location for sewing machine parts, [...]

How To Choose a Sewing Machine

info — Tue, 05 Dec 2006 22:33:46 +0000

You have finally come to the conclusion that you need or want a sewing machine. Now, what is on the market and how do you make the right decision?

There are many brands of machines out there and everyone boasts different features. Some machines appeal to quilters, others want you to embroider everything including the toilet [...]