Quilters Companion

BUYING AN EMBROIDERY MACHINE

Checklist

Do I want an embroidery only or a combination machine?

Am I going to use this for business purposes?

Is the screen easy enough to read?

Is it easy to navigate around the screens to edit, move, rotate, size and create the embroidery?

How heavy is it? Can I lift it if I need to?

What hoops do I get, and do I need a large hoop? Are there other hoops available?

What is my budget?

What accessories are available that can upgrade me in the future?

What designs are on the machine?

Do I need software?

Do I love my sewing-machine dealer?

Do I have a sewing-machine mechanic that knows their stuff?

In my 25 years in the sewing machine industry, I have learnt so much about embroidery machines and software. I receive numerous messages from people with

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