Is this machine good for beginners and then some? Also I have trouble keeping my 1/4" seam straight any advice?
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this machine is very good for beginners and there are many stitches for the advanced sewer and quilter as well. To help my daughter who is a beginner sewer to keep a straight line, we taped masking tape on the top. works great.
718887
very good for small stuff anything over 3/16 to a 1/4 inch and a Mig is better and faster preheating with a gas torch helps for thicker material - make sure your stock is clean and practice till you get the penetration and bead you want a foot pedal or thumb control torch helps to dial in while you are learning I have and use both depends on if you are welding on a bench or on a fixed part machine frame etc this is a hobby welder and has done very well for me but if you must weld large stock or high stress working parts / Mig or arc and more power and money will be needed good luck
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I use it every day and have no problem. Another thing I would suggest is looking at their new Vertuoline system. I think those machines are even better and I wold look into those if I were buying my 1st machine
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It depends on a couple of things. First, how strong is your interest in sewing? This may sound stupid, but if you are not sure you are going to enjoy the art of sewing I would buy the least expensive thing possible that will still yield good results. That is what I did. The Sewist 500 fit the bill perfectly for me to learn how to sew. It is basic and mechanical, so it is virtually indestructible for novice sewers. However, after about a year, I realized the machine was not going to meet my needs for the long term. At that point, I began investigating alternatives and purchased a mid-arm Juki that is specifically for quilting. I love it. It does exactly what I need it to do and does it beautifully. So, the second part for you to consider is what is your sewing interest and how accomplished are you? If you are a novice and are uncertain, then stick with the Sewist. It is very much a generalist machine. Does it have 30 different stitches? No. Do you need 30 different stitches? Not unless you plan to do embroidery. If that is your plan, you may find you outgrow the 8077 pretty quickly, too. If you already have an interest established, look for the machine that best sets you up to follow that passion. I also highly recommend going to fabric stores etc to test machines. Don't just read about them online and then buy. Seriously, each one has a different personality. Find the one that fits you.
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Bosch has a good warranty and return policy. So does Amazon. If it is that far off, you need to send it back for warranty repair or replacement. If that's not practical or possible, I would really like to help you. I love this saw and use it every day. When you say it's a 1/4" off, you need to be more specific about it. For example, the left edge of the "base" or "shoe" as it's called, is parallel to, and exactly 1.5 inches from the left side of the saw blade. Using that dimension as a reference, in what way is the base of your saw a quarter inch off? Is the blade perpendicular to the bottom of the "base", and is it parallel to both left and right edges. I've dropped my saw many times with no damage or bad effect on the performance, but I suppose a really hard drop could cause that kind of mis-alignment. I am only speculating. It would be helpful if you could describe the problem in more detail.
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Your machine should be adjusting tension automatically....I would check your needle versus type of fabric you're sewing/embroidering, check to see if you have a piece of thread broken apart in the head of the machine that could be catching on your sewing thread. You can manually adjust tension by running the thread back and forth at the top rear...then, Thread the machine. check your manual or on-line for the description. If you are embroidering, be sure you are using quality thread. I've used less "expensive" & paid for it in breakage in the middle of the piece. Try slowing down the stitching speed & make sure you are using the proper backing for your fabric. You could still have thread caught in the bobbin case which could be exerting too much pressure on the top thread. I would try a thorough cleaning, vacuum.....your machine out....never blow it like a computer. The sewing machine has oiled, moving parts & blowing the dirty, dust, lint pushes it into the machine and eventually causes a sludge..... Check to make sure you haven't knocked the timing out.....if the machine increases in frequency of breakage, look at your bobbin case...make sure the needle isn't hitting the plastic instead of the hole ...sliding off into the bobbin. Goodness, I hope this helpS!!! All else fails, call Singer support...they are easy to work with...I've called them in e past. THey will walk you through maintenance to get you up and running. I love my 400!!! Use it all the time....one of three sewing machines.....I have a 43 year old brother I can't part with as well.. Good luck MMh
1780145
do not deal with PrecisionSewing...get the foot from Janome for your particular machine. The foot I got was for a short shank and is of no use to me.
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I've never had a problem with the bobbin area. I've been using the machine a great deal in the past 6 months having made 3 full quilts and working on a 4th-and all the piecework and machine quilting that goes with that-so mine is getting a lot of usage. I had one issue with thread but I was using really cheap thread-when I changed it out to the better thread my problem went away (this was on the top end of the machine not the bobbin area). So I would suggest changing the thread, to see if the problem stops.
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1. I think that if the fabric is too gentle bottom seam might pucker. Use a size 11 needle for lighter fabric and guide with your hands while stitching. Also for very, very gentle fabric you may need to place soft tissue paper below the fabric. Tear away after stitching. 2. Check to see if the machine is properly threaded. If the thread slips from one of the threading locations your stitch will be imperfect. 3.Adjust the tension. Turn the knob to each number, and for each turn practice the stitch on a portion of fabric. Play around with the tension number until the bottom stitch is desirable. 4. Ensure that your thread is good quality 5. Ensure that the thread in the bottom shuttle is smoothly wound on the bobbin, and is properly pulled through the slot 6. Oil the machine, especially the plate and shuttle section. (wipe off excess oil) 7. Don't panic. If you relax your machine will. I HOPE THIS HELPS. I LOVE THIS MACHINE. IT WORKS FOR ME LIKE A CHARM.
437163
Yes it is really a great machine. You may want to consider getting a rotational tip.
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I purchased one and use it occasionally. It has a good magnet and since I have an older Viking machine, which is metal; it does hold well. Since my sewing is predominately quilting using a 1/4" seam, I use my 1/4" seam presser foot more than the seam guide.
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Oh yea, I just read your review on this reloader...I'm reading more positive than negative reviews. I am a retired Machinist and I can't see this machine being too difficult to set-up and operate as described. I have read the do's and don'ts and what to watch for and it seems pretty simplistic.. Besides, If it is too problematic as you say, I'll return it. Thanks for your response...
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It's a most forgiving machine to learn with! Watch LOTS of videos on u-tube to under stand the process! Learn to hand wash it correctly weekly! NEVER TAKE IT THRU A AUTO BRUSH WASH!!!!! How you maintain it will determine how long it will look new!
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I love my CE7070. It is a reliable machine and it is helping to relearn how to sew. I would recomend to any stage seamstress.
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Not sure what you want to know, Peter, but I can tell you it's a basic sewing machine. For $100 the fanciest stitch available is the zigzaz. Any seamstress can make a lot of different items with this unit . . . dresses, shirts, curtains, pillow cases, pot holders, quilting . . . just about anything. No serging. No fancy embroidering. No exotic fabrics. Any seamstress wanting to perform those skills would upgrade to a fancier machine. I use my machine almost daily and it's holding up beautifully. Hope this helps.
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It's a good machine for both abs, chest and some home workouts. However, ou have to be consistent and it can sometimes be uncomfortable. For the price I would definitely recommend it. However, unless you buy a new one or go to Craigslist / Ebay you will not find parts anywhere.
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The smith machine is very smooth and is by far the best home smith machine I have ever used. You will still need a good bench to use with it. Good luck!