I cannot believe it’s
already been a little over 2 years since I got the beast…the beast that is my
sewing machine, that is!!
I’ve been getting asked a lot what machine I sew and quilt on, and I remembered I would share a review of my new Juki with you. Well, not new anymore, I got her back in April of 2016, so, really not new. But she still feels new to me!
I still get that excited “want to keep her as shiny and unmarked as the first day I got her” feeling. Like a new pair of shoes you don’t want to get scuffed!
already been a little over 2 years since I got the beast…the beast that is my
sewing machine, that is!!
I’ve been getting asked a lot what machine I sew and quilt on, and I remembered I would share a review of my new Juki with you. Well, not new anymore, I got her back in April of 2016, so, really not new. But she still feels new to me!
I still get that excited “want to keep her as shiny and unmarked as the first day I got her” feeling. Like a new pair of shoes you don’t want to get scuffed!
I spent the better part of a
year researching and weighing my options in the overwhelming world that is
sewing machines.
The plethora of options is a
testament to the technological advancements this industry has seen. And yet,
for all those new bells and whistles, things are weirdly the same. Let me
explain.
testament to the technological advancements this industry has seen. And yet,
for all those new bells and whistles, things are weirdly the same. Let me
explain.
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THE BACKGROUND
I started sewing on my mum’s
White sewing machine. She’s definitely an older machine but conjures lots of
nostalgic memories of my mum sewing when I was a kid. I wasn’t really into
sewing at this point, it wasn’t until my mid thirties that I took an interest
in sewing and a whole new world opened up to me.
White sewing machine. She’s definitely an older machine but conjures lots of
nostalgic memories of my mum sewing when I was a kid. I wasn’t really into
sewing at this point, it wasn’t until my mid thirties that I took an interest
in sewing and a whole new world opened up to me.
The first project I really
tackled were stocking bags for the family. I didn’t have a pattern. Had never
sewn a bag before. But in my minds eye, I knew exactly what I wanted to create.
tackled were stocking bags for the family. I didn’t have a pattern. Had never
sewn a bag before. But in my minds eye, I knew exactly what I wanted to create.
My mum’s trusty old sewing
machine was a little fiddly, but I could tell she was well made. There were no
bells and whistles. No fancy stitches and certainly no automated anything. But
she worked, and I learned a lot about tension and threading and all that jazz.
machine was a little fiddly, but I could tell she was well made. There were no
bells and whistles. No fancy stitches and certainly no automated anything. But
she worked, and I learned a lot about tension and threading and all that jazz.
About halfway through my
project the hubz decided to buy me my own sewing machine. A little entry level
Singer Inspiration. It was cute and new and worked like a charm. As time went
on and I used her more and more for my business, it seemed the issues kept
getting worse.
project the hubz decided to buy me my own sewing machine. A little entry level
Singer Inspiration. It was cute and new and worked like a charm. As time went
on and I used her more and more for my business, it seemed the issues kept
getting worse.
Often times, I would be
stitching along when all of a sudden, the tension would go wonky. Gah, so frustrating!
I hadn’t changed anything. My fabric thickness hadn’t changed. So why was my
tension all of a sudden off? I would then spend a good 30 minutes re-threading
and testing to get it back. This started happening more and more frequently and
was beyond annoying.
stitching along when all of a sudden, the tension would go wonky. Gah, so frustrating!
I hadn’t changed anything. My fabric thickness hadn’t changed. So why was my
tension all of a sudden off? I would then spend a good 30 minutes re-threading
and testing to get it back. This started happening more and more frequently and
was beyond annoying.
Add to that that I started
quilting. And, while piecing wasn’t a problem (minus said tension issues),
she was impossible to top quilt on. The throat was WAY too small and my walking
foot jiggled every time I had to stop, leaving little wiggles in my quilting.
The results were less than stellar. And I started to feel like I was ruining my
quilt tops.
quilting. And, while piecing wasn’t a problem (minus said tension issues),
she was impossible to top quilt on. The throat was WAY too small and my walking
foot jiggled every time I had to stop, leaving little wiggles in my quilting.
The results were less than stellar. And I started to feel like I was ruining my
quilt tops.
MY REQUIREMENTS
I mention all this, so you
understand what my requirements were in a new sewing machine.
understand what my requirements were in a new sewing machine.
Up first was the throat size
(or the harp size as it is technically called). This was the determining factor
as to whether a machine even made the list. It’s a good thing too as it
narrowed the field a little.
Having connected with lots
of quilters on Instagram and blogs, I knew there were several models that
seemed to be preferred by quilters. This helped me narrow the field down even
further. I mainly looked at Bernina,
Janome, Baby Lock and Juki.
of quilters on Instagram and blogs, I knew there were several models that
seemed to be preferred by quilters. This helped me narrow the field down even
further. I mainly looked at Bernina,
Janome, Baby Lock and Juki.
There is such a huge price
variance between these brands and price was definitely a factor for me. I
couldn’t justify spending over $5K for a Bernina, as much as I’m sure I would
have loved it. Baby Lock proved to be a challenge to find locally, so that left
me with Janome and Juki.
variance between these brands and price was definitely a factor for me. I
couldn’t justify spending over $5K for a Bernina, as much as I’m sure I would
have loved it. Baby Lock proved to be a challenge to find locally, so that left
me with Janome and Juki.
Ultimately, I wanted to keep
things simple and shied away from anything computerized, as I’ve heard this can
be problematic down the road.
things simple and shied away from anything computerized, as I’ve heard this can
be problematic down the road.
After test driving a Juki, I
was immediately hooked. Plus, she was about half the price of the Janome
Horizon that I was considering. Which, if you know me, I’m all “that’s a whole
heck of a lot of fabric I can buy!!”.
was immediately hooked. Plus, she was about half the price of the Janome
Horizon that I was considering. Which, if you know me, I’m all “that’s a whole
heck of a lot of fabric I can buy!!”.
THE PROS
And oh, how I love my Juki.
Let me count the ways:
Let me count the ways:
Speed – she does 1500 stitches per minute
Accuracy
Solid construction
Larger bobbins (holds a good amount of thread reducing the number
of bobbin changes)
Lots of feet (no need to go
out and buy more)
Large harp space (as in 8.5″
long by 5.9″ high of space to make quilting at home much more enjoyable)
She quilts beautifully. A
quilty friend reached out and mentioned they had real issues quilting on their
Juki, so much so, they went for a Janome instead. I do now recall having some
puckering issues on the backing fabric and impressions from my dog feet left on
the top of my fabric. I solved this by reducing the pressure of the foot. When
I’m piecing, it’s at the mid point, but I turn it all the way to the top when
I’m quilting. If you’re having puckering and dragging issues, try this change
and see if that helps.
quilty friend reached out and mentioned they had real issues quilting on their
Juki, so much so, they went for a Janome instead. I do now recall having some
puckering issues on the backing fabric and impressions from my dog feet left on
the top of my fabric. I solved this by reducing the pressure of the foot. When
I’m piecing, it’s at the mid point, but I turn it all the way to the top when
I’m quilting. If you’re having puckering and dragging issues, try this change
and see if that helps.
Automatic thread cutters – a
button and on the pedal – SO cool!
button and on the pedal – SO cool!
Needle down feature – I
can’t tell you how much I love this feature. It’s amazing when quilting.
can’t tell you how much I love this feature. It’s amazing when quilting.
No tension issues – unlike
with my Singer where I would lose oodles of time to getting my tension settings
right (even mid way through stitching a seam – ugh), with my Juki I just set it
and I’m done. I only ever fiddle with it when I’m quilting with a different
colour thread in my bobbin.
with my Singer where I would lose oodles of time to getting my tension settings
right (even mid way through stitching a seam – ugh), with my Juki I just set it
and I’m done. I only ever fiddle with it when I’m quilting with a different
colour thread in my bobbin.
I can piece teeny tiny
pieces (which I keep getting questions on as I tackle my #100daysofsfDminis). Because she’s a straight
stitch only machine, the needle hole is not as wide, so less opportunity for
your machine to eat your fabric (something my Singer used to do ALLLL the time).
pieces (which I keep getting questions on as I tackle my #100daysofsfDminis). Because she’s a straight
stitch only machine, the needle hole is not as wide, so less opportunity for
your machine to eat your fabric (something my Singer used to do ALLLL the time).
I love the large extension
table she comes with. Perfect for both piecing and quilting.
table she comes with. Perfect for both piecing and quilting.
She just works.
THE DRAWBACKS
I would be remiss if I
didn’t mention some of the draw backs:
didn’t mention some of the draw backs:
Hidden bobbin (meaning I have to move my quilt to make a change,
not a problem when I’m chain piecing).
not a problem when I’m chain piecing).
Auto needle threader doesn’t work, or at least I haven’t figured
it out! But I seem to be unique in this challenge 😉.
it out! But I seem to be unique in this challenge 😉.
Need
to use a screw driver to change feet. It does ensure for a nice tight fit
though.
to use a screw driver to change feet. It does ensure for a nice tight fit
though.
The
walking foot makes a ruckus – I thought it was broken until I asked my quilty
friend Izzy (of Dizzy Quilts)
if hers did the same, and it does.
walking foot makes a ruckus – I thought it was broken until I asked my quilty
friend Izzy (of Dizzy Quilts)
if hers did the same, and it does.
She’s thirsty. I need to oil her regularly, which I don’t
really have a problem with, but I know it can be a deterrent to some. Plus, I
have had issues of getting random spots of oil on my quilts while quilting –
ugh! But I believe this might be my own fault from over oiling. The best trick
I’ve found is to clean around the top of the needle holder and needle threader
where it seems to collect.
really have a problem with, but I know it can be a deterrent to some. Plus, I
have had issues of getting random spots of oil on my quilts while quilting –
ugh! But I believe this might be my own fault from over oiling. The best trick
I’ve found is to clean around the top of the needle holder and needle threader
where it seems to collect.
Only does a straight stich. Which has been fine up until
recently when I wanted to do some raw edge appliqué on my Bohemian Garden Quilt and had to do needle-turn appliqué instead.
recently when I wanted to do some raw edge appliqué on my Bohemian Garden Quilt and had to do needle-turn appliqué instead.
ADDITIONAL THOUGHTS
I can’t tell you the number of hours I’ve spent at this
machine and I’ve loved every minute of it. I’ve even attempted free motion
quilting, which worked like a charm with the ¼” free motion quilting foot that
came with the machine. You can see the results of that in my Hexie Stripe quilt.
And when I say I haven’t had tension issues, I truly mean
it. Once I settle on a setting, she just stays there. I’ve gotten to the point
where I don’t test after every bobbin change like I used to on my Singer. The
hours this has saved me is incredible. It’s really nice to have confidence in
your machine. That she’ll just do what she’s supposed to do.
it. Once I settle on a setting, she just stays there. I’ve gotten to the point
where I don’t test after every bobbin change like I used to on my Singer. The
hours this has saved me is incredible. It’s really nice to have confidence in
your machine. That she’ll just do what she’s supposed to do.
I’ve even tackled using a different coloured thread in my
bobbin with great results. There were no hints of the bobbin colour showing up
on the top of the quilt. This wasn’t something I could ever consider with my
Singer. I’ve done it a few times now, but you can see the results in my
Reverberance Quilt (pattern available here).
bobbin with great results. There were no hints of the bobbin colour showing up
on the top of the quilt. This wasn’t something I could ever consider with my
Singer. I’ve done it a few times now, but you can see the results in my
Reverberance Quilt (pattern available here).
To keep her in tip top shape I regularly clean her and give her
some TLC. You can read more about my weekly Studio Maintenance (which includes cleaning
my iron). I also tackle this cleaning more frequently when I’m doing intense
sewing – say, every 3 bobbin changes, especially when I’m quilting.
some TLC. You can read more about my weekly Studio Maintenance (which includes cleaning
my iron). I also tackle this cleaning more frequently when I’m doing intense
sewing – say, every 3 bobbin changes, especially when I’m quilting.
My go-to needles are the Schmetz Quilting Needles in sizes 75/11 (for
all piecing) and 90/14 (for quilting).
all piecing) and 90/14 (for quilting).
TIPS ON BUYING A SEWING MACHINE + FREE CHECKLIST
How much do you want to spend?
Budget is always a great starting point. This will help
narrow the field and also keep you focused when out shopping. It’s easy to get
enticed by the fancy machines out there, but if don’t need all those extra
features, then you’re paying more for something you won’t use. Moreover, it’s
better to stay within your budget so you have some extra funds to splurge on
tools and notions (see my favourites here) and, of course,
fabric 😉
narrow the field and also keep you focused when out shopping. It’s easy to get
enticed by the fancy machines out there, but if don’t need all those extra
features, then you’re paying more for something you won’t use. Moreover, it’s
better to stay within your budget so you have some extra funds to splurge on
tools and notions (see my favourites here) and, of course,
fabric 😉
Is there a specific brand you like?
If this isn’t your first sewing machine, you may already
have a brand that you trust. Nothing wrong with staying with a company you
like. Plus, you may already have some feet that are interchangeable with the
new machine, saving you from having to buy extra parts.
have a brand that you trust. Nothing wrong with staying with a company you
like. Plus, you may already have some feet that are interchangeable with the
new machine, saving you from having to buy extra parts.
What are the main types of projects you will be working on?
If you only plan on quilting, then a straight stitch only
machine will definitely suit your needs. However, if you plan on sewing
garments as well, then you’ll probably run into some limitations. Unless, of
course, you have a serger. And if you want any decorative stitches, then you’ll
need to find a machine that offers the ones you’ll use.
machine will definitely suit your needs. However, if you plan on sewing
garments as well, then you’ll probably run into some limitations. Unless, of
course, you have a serger. And if you want any decorative stitches, then you’ll
need to find a machine that offers the ones you’ll use.
The harp space on the Juki is ideal for quilting your own
quilts at home. The amount of wrangling you need to do to get your quilt
through the throat is seriously reduced. But this may not be a concern if you
plan on sending your quilts out to a long armer, or you plan on quilting small
quilts at home. In which case, a large harp space may not be a concern of
yours. She does piece like a dream though, so even if you only plan on piecing
with your sewing machine, this one does an amazing and fast job!
quilts at home. The amount of wrangling you need to do to get your quilt
through the throat is seriously reduced. But this may not be a concern if you
plan on sending your quilts out to a long armer, or you plan on quilting small
quilts at home. In which case, a large harp space may not be a concern of
yours. She does piece like a dream though, so even if you only plan on piecing
with your sewing machine, this one does an amazing and fast job!
What features do you need/ want?
I knew right away that I wanted several key features: needle
down, automatic thread cutter, large harp space, non-computerized, automatic
needle threader. Think through the features that matter the most to you. A
sewing machine is typically a longer term purchase and you’re the one who will
be stitching with her. So, spend some time thinking through what you absolutely
need from a machine vs. what would be nice to have. This will also help you
stay focused when shopping and limit yourself from being swayed by fancy
features that you many not even use.
down, automatic thread cutter, large harp space, non-computerized, automatic
needle threader. Think through the features that matter the most to you. A
sewing machine is typically a longer term purchase and you’re the one who will
be stitching with her. So, spend some time thinking through what you absolutely
need from a machine vs. what would be nice to have. This will also help you
stay focused when shopping and limit yourself from being swayed by fancy
features that you many not even use.
Test her out before bringing her home.
I can’t emphasize this enough. It doesn’t matter whether
someone (myself included) raves about a machine, if it doesn’t FEEL good to
you, then you won’t enjoy your purchase. And having awesome sewing sessions
starts with loving your machine. So, test her out. I brought my own project, so
I could get a true feel for how the Juki quilted with the types of fabrics I
normally use.
someone (myself included) raves about a machine, if it doesn’t FEEL good to
you, then you won’t enjoy your purchase. And having awesome sewing sessions
starts with loving your machine. So, test her out. I brought my own project, so
I could get a true feel for how the Juki quilted with the types of fabrics I
normally use.
Don’t impulse buy.
This one is hard, I know. Even though I was 99.9% sure I
would be buying the Juki, I still walked away and thought about it after my
test drive. The fact that I kept dreaming of how awesome she stitched, I knew I
would be heading back to buy her. But it’s important to give yourself some
space between looking and testing and actually buying. If you’re still
convinced that machine is the one for you after a few days, then you’re all
set!
would be buying the Juki, I still walked away and thought about it after my
test drive. The fact that I kept dreaming of how awesome she stitched, I knew I
would be heading back to buy her. But it’s important to give yourself some
space between looking and testing and actually buying. If you’re still
convinced that machine is the one for you after a few days, then you’re all
set!
Where will you have it serviced?
The dreaded servicing! A necessary evil of maintaining the
health of your sewing machine. You have a couple of options here. The place you
buy it from typically offers service on site and often include free service
within the first year. Or you can find a local freelancer. A great place to
find the latter is through your local guild. And comes in handy if you
purchased your machine online.
health of your sewing machine. You have a couple of options here. The place you
buy it from typically offers service on site and often include free service
within the first year. Or you can find a local freelancer. A great place to
find the latter is through your local guild. And comes in handy if you
purchased your machine online.
I’ve put together a sewing machine buying checklist to help
with your purchase which you can download by signing up here.
with your purchase which you can download by signing up here.
WHAT OTHER QUILTERS HAVE TO SAY
I not only read a bunch of reviews, but I also spoke to a
ton of quilters before I purchased my Juki. To help you in your sewing machine
purchasing journey, I reached out to some of my quilty friends who also use a
Juki to ask them for some quotes on their experience. Here’s what they had to
say:
ton of quilters before I purchased my Juki. To help you in your sewing machine
purchasing journey, I reached out to some of my quilty friends who also use a
Juki to ask them for some quotes on their experience. Here’s what they had to
say:
Nicole Kroesen from @nkroesen |
Debbie Jeske from A Quilter’s Table |
Melanie Traylor from @southernchamquilts |
Yvvone Fuchs from Quilting Jet Girl |
Isabelle Jean from Dizzy Quilts |
JUKI TL-2010Q VS JUKI TL-2000QI
Elizabeth Ray (@elizabethkray on Instragram)
was super kind to provide a comparison of the Juki TL-2010Q vs. the Juki
TL-2000QI for those of you considering these models.
was super kind to provide a comparison of the Juki TL-2010Q vs. the Juki
TL-2000QI for those of you considering these models.
“I own 2 Juki’s the TL2010Q and TL2000Qi. I
got the 2010 first in Feb 2015. I love it, it was a game changer for me, more
power, speed, throat space, and I could more easily free motion and walking
foot quilt my own quilts. In November
2017 I picked up a used grace frame and decided to purchase a TL-2000Qi machine
to keep in the frame and not have to move the 2010 back and forth, in and out
of the frame.
got the 2010 first in Feb 2015. I love it, it was a game changer for me, more
power, speed, throat space, and I could more easily free motion and walking
foot quilt my own quilts. In November
2017 I picked up a used grace frame and decided to purchase a TL-2000Qi machine
to keep in the frame and not have to move the 2010 back and forth, in and out
of the frame.
I got the 2000 as the cost is lower
and I didn’t need the few extra features the 2010 has.
and I didn’t need the few extra features the 2010 has.
I know when I was buying my first Juki
in 2015 it wasn’t exactly clear the differences and I noticed most people I saw
had a 2010 so I got the 2010. In hind sight I would have been fine with a 2000.
in 2015 it wasn’t exactly clear the differences and I noticed most people I saw
had a 2010 so I got the 2010. In hind sight I would have been fine with a 2000.
Here is a quick list of the
differences, the 2000 doesn’t have or come with that the 2010 does:
differences, the 2000 doesn’t have or come with that the 2010 does:
sub tension knob
speed control
Zipper foot
hemming foot
1/4″ quilting foot
Here’s my opinion on those things:
I
don’t notice or miss the sub tension dial. I never use the speed control I just
control with my foot and leave it in the highest position which is the same as
not having speed control.
don’t notice or miss the sub tension dial. I never use the speed control I just
control with my foot and leave it in the highest position which is the same as
not having speed control.
I don’t like the style zipper foot the
2010 comes with and always use my hinged zipper foot P363 or the Zipper feet
P36LN or P36N.
2010 comes with and always use my hinged zipper foot P363 or the Zipper feet
P36LN or P36N.
I do love my hemming foot and use it a
bunch. Definitely buy this if you get a 2000 machine.
bunch. Definitely buy this if you get a 2000 machine.
The 1/4″ quilting foot I never
use and always use the 1/5″ quilting foot which you get with both
machines.
use and always use the 1/5″ quilting foot which you get with both
machines.
I will add that I used the 2000
machine for a month in place of my 2010 to test it out in full. Now the 2000
lives in the Grace frame and I have quilted a bunch with it, no issues. I do
like all the parts are interchangeable on my 2 machines just in case.
machine for a month in place of my 2010 to test it out in full. Now the 2000
lives in the Grace frame and I have quilted a bunch with it, no issues. I do
like all the parts are interchangeable on my 2 machines just in case.
In conclusion if you can handle speed
control with your foot just buy a 2000 and save the 300-400 and then purchase a
few extra feet.”
control with your foot just buy a 2000 and save the 300-400 and then purchase a
few extra feet.”
SUMMARY
Whether you go for the Juki TL-2010Q, another Juki model
or an entirely different machine, I hope this overview has helped you narrow
down your decision. Ultimately, no one can make the decision for you. You’re
the only one who knows what features are key for your style of sewing. I just
hope some of the tips and feedback help you think through your purchase, so you
end up super satisfied with your purchase. After all, that’s what’s most
important.
Oh, and don’t forget to grab your free checklist when you sign up!
If you have any questions, feel free to leave them in the
comments below. I’m always happy to share my experiences to help you out.
comments below. I’m always happy to share my experiences to help you out.
xo
Shannon
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Yvonne @Quilting Jetgirl says
I personally did not like the Juki walking foot and purchased a high shank Janome walking foot which has made me very, very happy. 😉
Shannon says
Yes! I remember you sharing those details and I keep meaning to pick one up. Thanks for the reminder!
Debbie says
What a comprehensive post – wow! Appreciate your including my comments & really enjoyed reading those of our fellow quilters.
Shannon says
Aw, that is so sweet of you, Debbie. Thank you for sharing your thoughts on your own Juki experience. It's always fun to hear what other quilters think of their machines.
Unknown says
Great post!!! I have been very interested in this machine, so this really helps;)
Shannon says
I'm thrilled to hear that, Katie! I sat on the fence for a good year and a half before taking the plunge and I haven't regretted it once. Happy sewing maching shopping 😉
Unknown says
Great post, Shannon! I don't think we went on enough about how "pretty" the machine is too. Hugs!
Shannon says
Ha! Good point, Melanie! She really is a pretty machine. She makes me happy just looking at her 😉
Marla says
Perfect timing for your post, as I am in the market for one. I mainly need a machine for straight stitch quilting, but I also need some features like zig zag, and I don't really want to switch out machines when I need this feature. Also, there's a Bernina dealer in town and the Juki dealer is about an hour and a half away. But the price difference keeps me from making a final decision. I also like the idea of a mechanical rather than a computerized one, too. Ack! I've been paralyzed for over a year now…
Shannon says
The struggle is real, my friend! It's a tough decision to make, but if you already envision using a zig zag stitch, then I would go the Bernina route. Nice to have the dealer close by and I can't imagine regretting sewing on a Bernina for years to come!
Izzy says
Amazing review Shannon! The Juki really is the perfect quilting machine for me. I’ve been trying my hand at garment making recently and although I have managed to make a few pieces with the Juki, I also got myself a serger which helps with finishing seams since I don’t have the zig zag stitch on my regular machine. I am also probably going to have to get my old Singer out when it comes time for more “advanced” garments with buttonholes and such.
Shannon says
Thanks, Izzy! Yes, the Juki is perfection for quilting, but if you are venturing more and more into garment sewing (which have been stunning BTW), then the Juki starts to present limitations. Good problems to have I suppose 😉
terry Melanson-Embree says
I am looking for a machine that will handle many layers of Cork, Vinyl and Faux Leather for Wallet and bag making. Many of the reviews do not mention this feature. Actually I have only found two in all my research. Thank you for your detailed review as the Cons are not things that I would purchase the machine for. I believe I have made my decision to purchase. I am in Canada and prices are so different here, terry M-E
Shannon says
Hi Terry, that’s a great question! I haven’t personally worked with cork, vinyl, and faux leather, so I can’t personally speak to that. However, I have worked with lots of layers of batting and jeans and thick layers of fabrics and my Juki has been a champ at stitching through them.
Juki is known for being able to stitch through lots of layers, but maybe consult a Juki reseller near you and ask for some help. I also always recommend that you try a machine with the materials you’ll be working with before you purchase. That’s what I did! I took a quilt with me to make sure it stitched the way I wanted it to. Let me know how it goes!
Cindy Pearce says
I just ordered at 2010 and am so excited about getting it. Mainly I’ll use it on my Cutie frame but probably will move it back and forth for quilting/sewing too.
Shannon says
How fun, Cindy! I’m super excited for you to get to play with your new sewing machine!