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Post by betsyg on Feb 10, 2016 22:51:36 GMT
I have a really nice big sewing machine that I use for fabric sewing, but it's not located in my scrap room, and I don't have it set up all of the time. I would love to get a little machine that I can whip out for sewing on a layout, and slide back in a drawer or under a table easily.
There are several $30 mini machines on Amazon that look interesting. I really need it to do nothing more than sew a straight line on papers, page protectors, and through embellishments.
Any recommendations?
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Post by katlady on Feb 10, 2016 23:02:50 GMT
This is the one I have. I have had it for years and it still sews great. It was pretty popular a few years back with the scrapping crowd. Janome Sew Mini |
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Post by caspad on Feb 11, 2016 20:53:05 GMT
I have the same sewing machine as katlady. |
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Post by Elsabelle on Feb 11, 2016 21:21:43 GMT
I used to have Kenmore Mini Ultra and I loved it. It broke when DH convinced me that it could handle hemming some super heavy duty pants.  I'd like to find another one. |
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Post by papersilly on Feb 11, 2016 22:34:02 GMT
whatever you do, do no buy the super mini ones. they are crap crap crap! I sew on paper a lot and I just use mt regular sewing machine. it doesn't affect the machine or the needles and you get better handling on it than you would on one of the crappy little machines. if you want to keep the budget down, buy a full size machine on craigslist or something. if you want to keep the size down, a Janome Sew Mini style machine would be the smallest I would go.
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Post by Deleted on Feb 11, 2016 23:41:22 GMT
This is the one I have. I have had it for years and it still sews great. It was pretty popular a few years back with the scrapping crowd. Janome Sew MiniThats the one I have . I love it. But its like any tool, if it isn't out it's a pain to get out.....aka I am lazy. |
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Post by Ryann on Feb 12, 2016 0:03:45 GMT
I also have a Janome Sew Mini that was purchased specifically for sewing on paper (I make cards).
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Post by scrapcat on Feb 12, 2016 16:23:09 GMT
Ditto the above ^^^ Janome Sew Mini (in teal). I got it on sale through Joann's, I just purchased one for my Mom through Bed, Bath & Beyond and was able to use coupon. It's a nice little machine, I like it, easy to use. My regular sewing machine is Janome too, so I felt comfortable with the quality of the brand.
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Post by ellewood on Feb 12, 2016 23:40:46 GMT
I've always loved the look of sewing but never ever ever wanted to get out my big old and confusing sewing machine. I had no idea mini sewing machines were even a thing! I am asking for the Janome Sew Mini for my birthday and Valentine's Day! Thanks for the recommendations- you guys really are a FONT of knowledge  |
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Post by ellewood on Feb 12, 2016 23:42:59 GMT
Ditto the above ^^^ Janome Sew Mini (in teal). I got it on sale through Joann's, I just purchased one for my Mom through Bed, Bath & Beyond and was able to use coupon. It's a nice little machine, I like it, easy to use. My regular sewing machine is Janome too, so I felt comfortable with the quality of the brand. Could you tell me which one you purchased? They have "portable" sewing machines but I don't see the "sew mini." Thanks! |
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Post by canadianscrappergirl on Feb 13, 2016 1:18:03 GMT
Janome sew mini vote too I got mine at Hancock fabric
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Post by katlady on Feb 13, 2016 3:45:59 GMT
Ditto the above ^^^ Janome Sew Mini (in teal). I got it on sale through Joann's, I just purchased one for my Mom through Bed, Bath & Beyond and was able to use coupon. It's a nice little machine, I like it, easy to use. My regular sewing machine is Janome too, so I felt comfortable with the quality of the brand. Could you tell me which one you purchased? They have "portable" sewing machines but I don't see the "sew mini." Thanks! On the Joanne's and BBB websites, the brightly colored Janome's that are $69.99 are the Sew Mini's. |
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Post by ellewood on Feb 14, 2016 14:15:14 GMT
Also, I was at Ikea yesterday and they had a mini sewing machine for $70. Has anybody had any experience with that?
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Post by oaksong on Feb 14, 2016 20:33:46 GMT
That Janome is a cute little machine! Both of my (very old) sewing machines are broken, and I've been shopping for a new high-end machine. The price is a little daunting, and it may be a while until I take the plunge. This would be a great little machine to get by with, and I want to try more sewing on my pages. I like the mint/lavender model that Bed Bath and Beyond has.
Thanks for the great question and recommendations everyone!
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Post by ellewood on Feb 20, 2016 0:11:51 GMT
FWIW I just bought a little Janome Sew Mini off Amazon for $59! It was so easy to set up and I've already used it! (I posted this on IG but I thought I would put it up here)  |
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Post by checkwheelsdown on Feb 20, 2016 1:56:27 GMT
Well, y'all compelled me to seek out a Janome Sew Mini for my layouts, and lo and behold, Hancock has them on sale right now for $55.99! Sold! Thanks ladies!  |
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Post by oaksong on Feb 20, 2016 2:07:26 GMT
I ordered one from Bed Bath and Beyond, and it should be here next week. Thanks for sharing your layout, ellewood. Your little sewing touches came out great! |
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Post by htstepper on Feb 23, 2016 5:14:54 GMT
I'm intrigued and $55 is an awesome price for the sew mini. I may have to go and check it out at Hancock.
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Post by checkwheelsdown on Feb 25, 2016 2:14:12 GMT
Well, I was all excited to get me a sale priced Sew Mini from Hancock Fabrics. Order confirmed and everything. But today I got a cancellation notice "we regret to inform you blah, blah, blah, the item from your order is not currently available for purchase..." What the what? Who got my sewing machine?! Of course the mini Ott light I ordered to use with the Sew Mini is on its way. Color me disappointed.  |
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Post by FurryP on Feb 25, 2016 3:03:36 GMT
Well, I was all excited to get me a sale priced Sew Mini from Hancock Fabrics. Order confirmed and everything. But today I got a cancellation notice "we regret to inform you blah, blah, blah, the item from your order is not currently available for purchase..." What the what? Who got my sewing machine?! Of course the mini Ott light I ordered to use with the Sew Mini is on its way. Color me disappointed. Awww...bummer. I hate when that happens. |
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I'd like to find another one. 
