Finally, Answers to Your Questions
About Buying a Sewing Machine....
Even the Questions You Didn't Know You Had!

This Information Could Save You Hundreds -
Maybe Thousands of Dollars
that You Could Have Spent on Fabric!

From: Penny Halgren

Date:

Dear Quilting Friend,

When was the last time you bought a home sewing machine?

When you brought it home and began using it, was it everything you expected? Or were there some unpleasant surprises?

How about 5 years later... Has it remained a prized possession, or become an annoying device requiring "sweet talk" and a lot of luck in order to get it to sew a straight seam?

Do you think you really got your money's worth? Or are there doodles and devices that you never use, but you know you paid through the nose for?

Frequently quilters ask my advice about which sewing machine to buy. After several questions came in, I began thinking about it, too.

Prior to your questions, I hadn't given it much thought. I had an old machine that was stored away in a closet (I forget the brand, even), and my handy, trusted Singer Featherweight.

The Featherweight did everything I needed it to do. After all, the only thing I did on a machine was straight stitching. Whether it was piecing a quilt or an occasional machine quilting project - which was still straight stitching.

Then came The Machine Quilting Adventure, and the need for machine quilting.

No problem, I'll just drag my old, nameless machine out and use that. At least that is what I thought.

I figured I was pretty clever to decide that after about 20 years in the closet, I should probably take it to the local Sew and Vac to get it all serviced and brought "up to snuff" so I would have a fantastic experience in my Machine Quilting Adventure.

The Old Machine Came Out of the Closet

A few years ago, the hospital bought my house (that's a whole other story), and as I was packing up all my stuff in my old house, I just loaded the machine into my car for its visit to La Mesa Sew and Vac.

The plan was that they would have it for a week or so, I would move during that time, and then when it was just like new, I could pick it up and deliver it to my new house, unpack it, and begin machine quilting.

No worries about what movers or anyone else might do to it during the transport to the new location.

It was a great plan. Or so I thought.

I dragged it into La Mesa Sew and Vac and was greeted by Monika, the new owner.

We chatted a bit, since it was the first time I had met her, and then got down to business. I told her my plan. Then she started asking questions.

"What kind of sewing was I going to do with my new machine?" All I wanted to do was get a machine that I could machine quilt on and not cost a fortune.

"How much would I be using it?" Since I am basically a hand quilter, not much. As a matter of fact, I figured I would use it only for one machine quilting project.

So, all I really cared about was having a machine that would get me through the machine quilting with some degree of success, without frustration from the mechanics of the machine.

I figured that just doing the quilting was going to be a challenge enough. I didn't want to fight the machine, too.

As she looked over my old machine, she pondered, and then said "You know, you could spend up to $180 servicing this machine and still have a machine that you will get frustrated with."

Hmmm. I was a little skeptical as I looked around at all of the sewing machines she was trying to sell.

Then I remembered that this machine was a "special discount item" when it was new.

At that time, I was just getting back into sewing, and my family got a great deal on a machine. Mom found a newspaper ad.....You know the story. I hadn't started quilting, so what did I know, or care? It was cheap and it sewed seams in clothes.

And then I remembered back to the last few times I used it. I remember the threads getting tangled and all balled up. But, I thought it was just me and what I was sewing. (I was stitching some machine applique with all of those tight little zigzag stitches. One piece was so bad, it looked like I had just gathered it or used a ruffler!)

By the time my nightmare-ish memories ended, I came to the conclusion that Monika could, in fact, get it back to "just like new," and that might not be such a good thing.

But Now, the Dilemma

One decision made, just a few more to go. Now, I was faced with a dilemma. Which new home sewing machine should I get?

As I stood there, looking confused, Monika jumped right in. She already knew how I was going to use the machine, so her next question was about my budget. I told her that I didn't really know. But I did know that I wasn't prepared to spend thousands of dollars on a new machine.

So we talked about some of my options. And the entire conversation was centered around the kind of sewing I was going to be doing combined with my budget.

As I was making my decision, Monika told me that her policy is to allow a "trade up." That means that if I decide later that I want a machine that does more stuff, she would give me full credit for the machine I was buying today. I thought that was pretty amazing.

After some time, and my sitting down and sewing on some machines, I made my decision and walked out with my new machine. I signed up for her classes, so I could learn all about my new machine, and I was on my way.

When I got home, I remembered the Ultimate Sewing Machine Buying Checklist, and about kicked myself for buying a machine without going through the Checklist. I was almost afraid to look at it, for fear that I might have missed something critical as I was making my decision.

When I finally did get up the courage to look at the Checklist, I discovered that Monika had walked me through the Checklist, asking me the questions (instead of me having to think of the questions to ask), and guiding me along the path to the decision.

The machine worked like a charm for The Machine Quilting Adventure, both for piecing and machine quilting. I'll admit I still prefer my little Featherweight, but all it does is stitch straight lines.

Now You Can Get Your Questions Answered
About Buying A Home Sewing Machine

I have returned to La Mesa Sew and Vac frequently since buying my machine. I needed a new vacuum for my new house, and Monika, again, helped me get a vacuum that would vacuum my house - not the neighbor's 5000 square foot house with all of their dog and cat hair.

Monika Gassaway, owner of La Mesa Sew and Vac will reveal the inside secrets of sewing machines, told us things manufacturers don't want us to know. Armed with this information, you will know exactly how to pick the sewing machine that is right for you.

And finally I asked Monika if she would allow our quilters to Eavesdrop on a Telephone Conversation and pick her brain about buying a sewing machine.

She said "Yes!" And now you can get a CD replay of our Eavesdrop on a Telephone Conversation with Monika Gassaway, owner of La Mesa Sew and Vac.

She promised an honest conversation about buying sewing machines. No fluff, no kidding.

And she delivered!

As a matter of fact, she was a little concerned about hurting someone's feelings by saying the wrong thing about a machine they may have purchased.

I told her not to worry. I thought our quiting community was more interested in spending our sewing machine money wisely than in saving someone's hurt feelings.

Monika spent about 1 1/2 hours with us, answering these top 10 questions about sewing machines and more:

This was a great call, since Monika works with the scores of quilters here in La Mesa, and understands our sewing needs.

And by listening to a replay of the call, you will know exactly what you need to know to make the most of your money and prevent making the typical uninformed consumer mistakes.

And now you can get a copy of the CD so you can listen to it whenever you want.

Here's just a taste of what Monika had to say:

In this clip, you will hear Monika talks about the differences in sewing machines. (Click on the button to listen.)

Today you might not be in the market for a sewing machine, but a year from now, your machine might die, and you'll want to remember Monika's key points for getting the best value for your money.

The bottom line is that for a small investment of $27.97 you can have this recorded call and pull it out when your Enquiring Quilting Mind has a question about a specific project or when you are ready to invest in a sewing machine.

Just think, you won't need to find the book to look it up in - you can just pop in this CD, and the answer is sure to come up - even if you missed it the first time.

So, here you are listening to Monika for free in the comfort of your home, having an opportunity to ask your question, and able to get a recording of her talk.....for a small investment of $27.97 plus shipping and handling to be able to listen to her whenever you want.

You could be the hero in your quilting neighborhood. With a CD replay of this call, when your friend or family member mentions that they are planning to buy a sewing machine, just lend them the CD.

And, if they want to buy the machine for you, be sure to point out some of the special comments to pay attention to - so you get the machine you want!

Plus, as an added Bonus, you will get a free copy of The Ultimate Sewing Machine Buying Checklist, updated by Monika.

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Yes! Send me the replay of the Eavesdrop on a Telephone Conversation with Monika Gassaway - sewing machine expert. I am excited about adding this new quilting resource to my quilting toolbox so I will know exactly how to choose a new sewing machine when I need one. Plus I am looking forward to getting the Ultimate Sewing Machine Buying Checklist.

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Happy Quilting!

Penny Halgren
Master Quilter

P.S. As an added Bonus, you will get a free copy of The Ultimate Sewing Machine Buying Checklist, updated by Monika.