I've ventured in here in the hope that someone might possibly be able to shed some light on the different brands of overlockers. I've googled and I just don't really know which is the best one to get ... so basically, which brands have you ladies had success with, which ones are dismal stay-the-heck-away-from brands etc
I have tried using the zig zag hemming type stitch on my sewing machine but it's just not the same, so I really want a good overlocker (and my lovely DP says "which one, I'll get it for you" or "well why don't you get one then" whenever I mention it! )
just to confuse you i am going to say something different to nelle,
my parents use to own a patchwork and sewing machine shop so this is what i know...
babylock - the best of the best but expensive......(my mum has two)
husqvarna/viking - next most expensive but great (this is what i have but still wish i had a babylock)
singer - same price as janome but better if you ask me.
janome - have had far too many friends unhappy with theirs and same with their sewing machines.
Get a 4 thread, some people still try to sell these , they are cheaper but are not as nice a finish. try to get one that has a 2nd plate for rolled hems, these are good for some clothes sewing...
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