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I was leaning toward a Singer when I first posted, but that's only because it was the only name I really knew for sewing machines. That and Brother. And I already explained that! 
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Here's mine: http://www.singerco.com/products/index.html
Which one of these is yours?
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My quilting co-worker has a Pfaff and just loves it from what I understand.
I sew once every couple of years. (Would love to get better, but I never have the space when I have the time and vice versa.) Anyhoo, I have this ancient used Singer my Mom got me when I was in college. I think it's about 40 or 50 years old, hardly a bit of plastic on it. My friends who sew much more tell me it's a great workhorse and I should keep it even if/when I get a newer machine.
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I have Brother that does a great job for regular sewing and quilting. I even managed to repair the battan (sp?) stay for one of our sails that had come undone. It took my quite awhile to do it with a heavy duty needle and the manual setting but it worked. (Sewing through 4 thick pieces of nylon strap and 4 folds of material.) Better than spending the $350-$500 to send it to a sail repair shop and easier than trying to convince the local shoe repair guy to let me use his machine. Did nice work and I got a new job on our sailing crew- sail maintenance. Guess if we go around the world, my sewing machine will be packed. 
Mom on the other hand had a Kenmore for 15 years that she used exclusively until the little computer panel shorted during a lightning strike. (Lost it, the VCR and the TV antenna...why the sewing machine? Mom and us kids could live without the tv, but not the sewing machine.) The service guys got her another Kenmore model that has been working great for the last 12-13 years. They seem to live long. Plus this time we got an extra computer panel just in case.
My dream machine is a Bernina. Ahhh...sewing machine lust.
Happy shopping!!! Can't wait to hear what you got.
-Michelle
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I talked to my instructor last week, and she helped me decide that since I'm a beginner and still learning, I should start with something basic. So, I ended up getting a Singer. Which was MUCH more affordable than some of them. I went to the Viking section in Joann's and about passed out at the prices - holy crap!!! I think the min was about $400 or $500. So, I spent about $150 and got a Singer #2639 - much more in my price range at this time. I would have gotten the next one lower, but I DID want a drop in bobbin, so I went with the 2639. I used it on Sat to piece together a flying geese block and not one problem - I love it!!!
Thanks again everyone. When I finally finish my 9-piece sampler quilt (my class ends some time in December) I'll post a pic for ya's!
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Brother CS6000i Feature-Rich Sewing Machine is best machine known to me.I personally love the different stitches it has...
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what is the best sewing machine for beginners? I am also looking for the question about the type of machine and how you sew clothes.
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You looking for the best sewing machines? Here I have compiled the assessment at my website, best sewing machine for beginners
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I just got this machine and I love it. 
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