tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20705637.post801797248537112045..comments2024-03-27T22:07:57.614-04:00Comments on Diary of a Sewing Fanatic: On the hunt...Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic)http://www.blogger.com/profile/02204627216540667980noreply@blogger.comBlogger11125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20705637.post-1332843786461271412007-05-13T21:32:00.000-04:002007-05-13T21:32:00.000-04:00I actually have the NX-450. I got it Sew Fast Sew...I actually have the NX-450. I got it Sew Fast Sew Easy after taking a couple of classes. The machine is fantastic - it comes with features, is easy to use and the buttonhole is even nice.<BR/><BR/>I paid less than $700. Ask for Greg. He seems very knowledgable and normally you can leave the same day because they stock the machines.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20705637.post-30017240747369171102007-05-08T09:12:00.000-04:002007-05-08T09:12:00.000-04:00Did you buy one yet? I've read over on PR that eve...Did you buy one yet? I've read over on PR that everyone who has one of the Kenmore branded Janomes usually *loves* them. I'm catching up on your blog bottom up but think in skimming down I saw that you've got one coming already.Marjihttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08695305834402487163noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20705637.post-62490834415770343312007-05-06T20:06:00.000-04:002007-05-06T20:06:00.000-04:00If you want a Janome that badly, tell me which one...If you want a Janome that badly, tell me which one, and I'll have my dealer ship one to you! Either that or I'll give you the phone number for my dealer and you can make arrangements - next year, they'll be Janome dealers 40 years!<BR/><BR/>Seriously, the Kenmore is probably your best bet - it seems you're most comfortable with it, and it is a Janome product!Summersethttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00364235843222794829noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20705637.post-33289403286427778102007-05-06T16:21:00.000-04:002007-05-06T16:21:00.000-04:00I looked at the NX series once because it was bein...I looked at the NX series once because it was being demoed in my fabric store. I didn't get to sew myself but liked what they did for the price. I like the NX600 I think it was most. <BR/>BUT, I do not buy Japanese machines. Not because they are not good but because of their dumping sales tactics. They destroy the market for their competitors and then the only choice one is left with is to purchase their machines at their price and quality.<BR/>Personally, I'd buy a used past TOL european brand. I am that prejudiced. Since you sew so much go for the best there is and that is european. They are not fazed by multiple thicknesses etc. and you get value for your money.<BR/><BR/>Hope you are happy with your decision, whatever that may be.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20705637.post-83497585891449608102007-05-06T10:41:00.000-04:002007-05-06T10:41:00.000-04:00Necia,Thanks for your kind offer but I am not buyi...Necia,<BR/><BR/>Thanks for your kind offer but I am not buying anything yet. I only had time to run my SM into the shop this Saturday but next Saturday I am going to return to the shop and check on the machines there. He primarily sells Vikings but he does have a huge used selection of all kinds so I might try some of those. Thanks again!Carolyn (Diary of a Sewing Fanatic)https://www.blogger.com/profile/02204627216540667980noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20705637.post-36392227562715216162007-05-06T08:06:00.000-04:002007-05-06T08:06:00.000-04:00Kenmore: that's a brand I couldn't find anywhere h...Kenmore: that's a brand I couldn't find anywhere here in Portugal...I would love to try a Kenmore!Tanyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01073735708031525696noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20705637.post-29193840743724904822007-05-06T07:23:00.000-04:002007-05-06T07:23:00.000-04:00This Kenmore might just be your baby with the name...This Kenmore might just be your baby with the name "Kenmore". I worked for Sears while in college. They often put the Kenmore name on another manufacturer's product, <I>with</I> the manufacturer's permission, of course)Elarayhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06487492651398001387noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20705637.post-3599826934910106622007-05-05T21:50:00.000-04:002007-05-05T21:50:00.000-04:00Hey There,Sear's is one of my accounts at work, an...Hey There,<BR/><BR/>Sear's is one of my accounts at work, and they are having a sale tomorrow between 6-9 for their vendors, and their vendor friends. I can forward you a coupon if you think you're going to use it. on the other note, if you do go to Sew Fast Sew Easy, check Manny out.<BR/><BR/>Let me know if you want me to email you that coupon via email. It's only good for tomorrow.<BR/><BR/>NeciaAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20705637.post-18918470319218529932007-05-05T20:27:00.000-04:002007-05-05T20:27:00.000-04:00I have a Kenmore and just love it to pieces!! It ...I have a Kenmore and just love it to pieces!! <BR/><BR/>It sews smoothly and quietly. The functions are "uncluttered". It stands up to frequent sewing and feels "solid" to me. Also, the price was very reasonable for the quality.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20705637.post-2189276108188587282007-05-05T20:14:00.000-04:002007-05-05T20:14:00.000-04:00I hope that your machine arrives back home better ...I hope that your machine arrives back home better then new, preferably for a reasonable cost. Your mention of Sew Fast Sew Easy sent me googling to learn more. Sounds like an interesting place , but *yikes*....a 5 hour class in making drawstring pants: $140. Wouldn't you have to make a ton of drawstring pants to recoup that? Suddenly the "consultation fee" for your machine is looking better. I do hope you get good news about her very soon. (It is a "her", isn't it?)Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-20705637.post-12718951425948366062007-05-05T19:26:00.000-04:002007-05-05T19:26:00.000-04:00I had a computerized machine and the motherboard w...I had a computerized machine and the motherboard went. They wanted more to fix it than I paid. I cried. Seriously cried. That's when I started on a vintage machine. I still think about a computerized one. My fingers are crossed for you.reneehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03233589983068734496noreply@blogger.com