Whats the best sewing machine to start of with?

Question

Whats the best sewing machine to start of with?

Answer 1

I've always believed in getting the most for your budget - because if you end up with a cheap machine, or a crappy used or hand-me-down machine that wasn't well-maintained, you'll end up with a bad sewing experience and give up.

If you live near a sew-vac shop, it's best to sit down and test drive a few.  Let them know what kind of sewing you plan do to (fashion, quilting, alterations, etc.)   They'll usually have a selection of refurbished used machines, too.  They'll also show you how to thread your new machine and other basic features.  

I just bought a new machine yesterday, and the other benefit of buying from a dealer is they generally offer good trade-up values when you buy from them.  So if you out-grow your machine in a year or two, they will give you a great trade-up offer on a higher end machine.  Definitely ask!  Some shops even offer price guarantees in case you find your machine for less somewhere else.

Answer 2

Needle and thread....

Answer 3

for a beginner?  Age?  How much do you want to spend?

Do you want one with all the bells and whistles or just the basics?

more info would be helpful.

Answer 4

http://www.cet.com/~pennys/faq/smfaq.htm

Answer 5

Yup, agree with Sunny, you need to put more info on...One thing I will add is when you do decide to buy one, got to a sewing machine shop not a supermarket! There you can try before you buy and usually get a lesson on how to use the particular machine you want. Happy hunting! If you email me the area you live in (assuming it's UK) I can give you some shops to visit.