A few years ago my very inexpensive Singer Tradition seized up and I started researching what machine to buy. I already knew features I wanted to add (like the one-step button hole and the overcast stitch). Jan's videos helped me sort through many possibilities by showing which features indicated quality construction, making i easier to sprt through possibilities and find quuaity. I made a much better choice than I would have otherwise. I just wish I lived close to her store and could stop by with questions every now and then.
I appreciate this video. it's the most informative and unbiased that I have found so far. it's helped me narrow down my must haves for a sewing machine upgrade. thank you!
I only need stop and go as I have been through about three cheap machines that are rather old. When I went to get a price for a new machine, the seller tried to make me spend over my budget--this at three different stores. Now, I'm doing my research!
Since I plan to purchase a new sewing machine for quilting, I have been searching videos that educate me in this context. But I never came across such comprehensive n unbiased video. Rather than speaking about a brand n facilities thereof, it spoke about the features useful for quilters. Thank u so kuch for thai approach. Loved the feature of laser light. The info gathered from this video will certainly help me to zero down upon my choice. Thank u for efforts taken to make this video.
I live in UK, I was thinking of buying a home quilting machine. After seeing your video I have learnt so much. Thank you for all the information you are giving in your video. I have been sewing for over forty years and still learning more.
Fantastic! Well organized, and easily understood, I hadn't realized all those features were available. I was just excited about getting the thread cutter! Thank you!
I love love the way you have explained all the features that will help a beginner pick a machine to enjoy and make family memories with joy.Thank you great Vidio and explained very well.
I run a woodshop, (my wife makes and sells dolls and a great many other things) i have recently gotten into quilting after volunteering on a 5 quilt charity project for a grieving family member (33 year old widow, and 4 young children) THIS VIDEO WAS AMAZING AND SO HELPFUL! thanks so much for being so clear, and such a great teacher!
Jan, thank you so much for your presentations on how to choose right sewing machines. You really helped me to understand more about sewing machines and it is refresher for me by watching your videos. About three years ago I bought quilting sewing maching (computerized sewing machine) (very expensive one for novice quilter) after many many hours of watching youtube videos on sewing machine. After I watched your videos I really felt good about my decisions. It is exciting and fun to watch your demonstrations on sewing machines. Thank you so very much for your generiousity by advisting new sewers as when you know nothing about sewing machines it is scary. I admire and have great respect for sewing machines. The sewing machines are wonderful tools. Thank you for motivating me and make me appreciate my sewing machine, Husqvarna Viking Opal 690Q.
Thank you for pointing out all the different options we should think about in the machine we think we want to use. The auto needle thread feature is getting to be an "A" list item the older I get. Keep up the great videos.
Jan, thank you so much for your video. Well, I just bought the BabyLock Soprano and it is wonderful. I've been watching videos looking for the perfect machine for 2 months. I just started quilting at 70. But I'd love to get the pattern or the instructions for the beautiful bag you are holding. Thank you!
You are so fun to watch and listen to. Very informative! I have two Babylock machines. A smaller one, Grace and a long-arm , Coronet. But I'm interested in trading my Coronet for a sitdown Tiara or Regent. Reason for the change is my quilting interests have changed. While I have done several quilts since I purchased my Coronet, I'm realizing my passion is wall hangings and fiber arts. Plus the sit down is important. I plan on 'test driving' both soon.
Great video. I never thought I'd need a needle threader, but it's true that as your eyes age it's something that becomes really important. I also found your explanation of walking feet really helpful. If I can't try out the machine, I can't see spending thousands on it. I'm spending as much as I would on a used car, so I want a test drive. Thanks!
I wish I would have found this video a year ago!!! Wonderful information here. I think I would have bought a more expensive BabyLock. Don't get me wrong, I love my BabyLock Brilliant (which has the needle up/down and the auto needle threader and the thread cutter and more, but you showed so much more available on the Crescendo. The laser was amazing information. I will practice my walking foot a little more than I have been on my projects. I am just learning how to quilt and I am doing the quilt as you go method first. And I agree that the extended table is wonderful!! Thank you
I loved this video. The purchase of a machine is such an investment and there are so many options, this video helped me to disseminate some of the information going through my brain. I like that you covered different brands and highlighted features vs. brand. Liked and subscribed!
Those are nice looking machines and the work they can do is beyond my ability as I am a beginner and won't be working on a machine that much. I purchased a machine from a company out of state and one within my price range for the temporary work I will be doing.
Thank you. I have studying this topic for six months. I did not know about lasar light. The extension table solves Another concern. Having incredible light is important to me as well. I thought i was down to between to until i watched the video.
Awesome tutorial, really impressed. I am watching from Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬 and I love to quilt and I use a simple Singer sewing machine which doesn't produce the perfect quilt as a quilting machine would and these features on a quilting machine have blown my mind away. I am interested in the needle up, needle down quilting machine, and would appreciate it if you could send me the cost of it with all the accessories costing as well, your response would be greatly appreciated, much thanks, Ade
I've just found your excellent video . I'm in the market for the Babylock JAZZ II ... here in Canada ! I ordered one 4 mths ago & still waiting & I've run out of patience. Can you help me ?
The BabyLock Jazz II has a bigger throat, but the Brilliant has just as many features and is less expensive. I bought my Babylock Brilliant a year ago and really like it. I can do quilting on it and basic sewing for projects. Good luck on your purchase of a new machine
Iam looking to be an occasional quilter. I beg to differ the singer heavy duty 6700c and it stinks. For a while sew very well with piecing the quilt but a queen size quilt I would love to finish myself. I would love an affordable with a domestic machine
Excellent helpful video. Wish I lived closer to your shop.
A few years ago my very inexpensive Singer Tradition seized up and I started researching what machine to buy. I already knew features I wanted to add (like the one-step button hole and the overcast stitch). Jan's videos helped me sort through many possibilities by showing which features indicated quality construction, making i easier to sprt through possibilities and find quuaity. I made a much better choice than I would have otherwise. I just wish I lived close to her store and could stop by with questions every now and then.
Thank you for this wonderful tutorial on options on sewing machines. I did learn a few things I didn't think about so that was a big plus for me.
Wish your store was close to me. You are very informative.
I love this video. It is very informative for anyone who cannot make their mind up, like me. 😀
An excellent video. I did not realise there is so much to consider. Thank you for the information.
I appreciate this video. it's the most informative and unbiased that I have found so far. it's helped me narrow down my must haves for a sewing machine upgrade. thank you!
I only need stop and go as I have been through about three cheap machines that are rather old. When I went to get a price for a new machine, the seller tried to make me spend over my budget--this at three different stores. Now, I'm doing my research!
Since I plan to purchase a new sewing machine for quilting, I have been searching videos that educate me in this context. But I never came across such comprehensive n unbiased video. Rather than speaking about a brand n facilities thereof, it spoke about the features useful for quilters. Thank u so kuch for thai approach.
Loved the feature of laser light.
The info gathered from this video will certainly help me to zero down upon my choice.
Thank u for efforts taken to make this video.
I live in UK, I was thinking of buying a home quilting machine. After seeing your video I have learnt so much. Thank you for all the information you are giving in your video. I have been sewing for over forty years and still learning more.
The best video by a country mile for a lover of quilting to watch.
Awesome details on some of the machines who would figure I love sewing so much fun
Fantastic! Well organized, and easily understood, I hadn't realized all those features were available. I was just excited about getting the thread cutter! Thank you!
I love love the way you have explained all the features that will help a beginner pick a machine to enjoy and make family memories with joy.Thank you great Vidio and explained very well.
I run a woodshop, (my wife makes and sells dolls and a great many other things) i have recently gotten into quilting after volunteering on a 5 quilt charity project for a grieving family member (33 year old widow, and 4 young children) THIS VIDEO WAS AMAZING AND SO HELPFUL! thanks so much for being so clear, and such a great teacher!
The best video I've seen yet when considering a quilting machine! I definitely liked and subscribed!
Jan, thank you so much for your presentations on how to choose right sewing machines. You really helped me to understand more about sewing machines and it is refresher for me by watching your videos. About three years ago I bought quilting sewing maching (computerized sewing machine) (very expensive one for novice quilter) after many many hours of watching youtube videos on sewing machine. After I watched your videos I really felt good about my decisions. It is exciting and fun to watch your demonstrations on sewing machines. Thank you so very much for your generiousity by advisting new sewers as when you know nothing about sewing machines it is scary.
I admire and have great respect for sewing machines. The sewing machines are wonderful tools.
Thank you for motivating me and make me appreciate my sewing machine, Husqvarna Viking Opal 690Q.
She's forgotten more than I will ever know (or have time to forget 😂)
Thank you!!
Thank you so much! It was extremely interested and helpful
Thank you for pointing out all the different options we should think about in the machine we think we want to use. The auto needle thread feature is getting to be an "A" list item the older I get. Keep up the great videos.
Great tips
Jan, thank you so much for your video. Well, I just bought the BabyLock Soprano and it is wonderful. I've been watching videos looking for the perfect machine for 2 months. I just started quilting at 70. But I'd love to get the pattern or the instructions for the beautiful bag you are holding. Thank you!
You are so fun to watch and listen to. Very informative! I have two Babylock machines. A smaller one, Grace and a long-arm , Coronet. But I'm interested in trading my Coronet for a sitdown Tiara or Regent. Reason for the change is my quilting interests have changed. While I have done several quilts since I purchased my Coronet, I'm realizing my passion is wall hangings and fiber arts. Plus the sit down is important. I plan on 'test driving' both soon.
Our daughter wants a quilting machine....first time buyer our budget is $500 King size quilts but she wants to sew clothes on it also
very good video,welcome to use our long arm quilting machine
Great video. I never thought I'd need a needle threader, but it's true that as your eyes age it's something that becomes really important. I also found your explanation of walking feet really helpful. If I can't try out the machine, I can't see spending thousands on it. I'm spending as much as I would on a used car, so I want a test drive. Thanks!
I wish I would have found this video a year ago!!! Wonderful information here. I think I would have bought a more expensive BabyLock. Don't get me wrong, I love my BabyLock Brilliant (which has the needle up/down and the auto needle threader and the thread cutter and more, but you showed so much more available on the Crescendo. The laser was amazing information. I will practice my walking foot a little more than I have been on my projects. I am just learning how to quilt and I am doing the quilt as you go method first. And I agree that the extended table is wonderful!! Thank you
I loved this video. The purchase of a machine is such an investment and there are so many options, this video helped me to disseminate some of the information going through my brain. I like that you covered different brands and highlighted features vs. brand. Liked and subscribed!
Great vid, So sorry I'm late to the quilting party.
Good information to know and consider when buying your next machine.
Thanks for informing me!
If the foot pedals can be or will be obsolete, how is it you get the machine to operate? I’ve never heard of that, thank you
Very informative, thank you!
Great information. Thank you!!!
Good info. You don't buy a merc when all you need is a mini. 😂👍🙏
Those are nice looking machines and the work they can do is beyond my ability as I am a beginner and won't be working on a machine that much. I purchased a machine from a company out of state and one within my price range for the temporary work I will be doing.
Thank you. I have studying this topic for six months. I did not know about lasar light. The extension table solves
Another concern. Having incredible light is important to me as well. I thought i was down to between to until i watched the video.
Love the self threading; wish I had it!
Excellent. Thank you
Love it..
Brilliant
Awesome tutorial, really impressed. I am watching from Papua New Guinea 🇵🇬 and I love to quilt and I use a simple Singer sewing machine which doesn't produce the perfect quilt as a quilting machine would and these features on a quilting machine have blown my mind away.
I am interested in the needle up, needle down quilting machine, and would appreciate it if you could send me the cost of it with all the accessories costing as well, your response would be greatly appreciated, much thanks, Ade
Does the babylock ellegante have the laser feature?
It would have been nice to see Husqvarna and the Berninas!
Thank you
Please, where is your shop?
Where is your store?
I've just found your excellent video . I'm in the market for the Babylock JAZZ II ... here in Canada ! I ordered one 4 mths ago & still waiting & I've run out of patience. Can you help me ?
The BabyLock Jazz II has a bigger throat, but the Brilliant has just as many features and is less expensive. I bought my Babylock Brilliant a year ago and really like it. I can do quilting on it and basic sewing for projects. Good luck on your purchase of a new machine
Iam looking to be an occasional quilter. I beg to differ the singer heavy duty 6700c and it stinks. For a while sew very well with piecing the quilt but a queen size quilt I would love to finish myself. I would love an affordable with a domestic machine
No such thing as a domestic machine unless you live in Japan, China or Germany😊
Sort of a harsh personality. Pretty off-putting.
I think she and her presentation are awesome.
Check yourself perspective please. Maybe you’re being super sensitive.
I really enjoy watching Jan’s videos. She is very knowledgeable, I have learned a lot, and I wish she was in my country.