3 Beginner Sewing Machines That Were Made to LAST! | BabyLock, Bernette, Husqvarna Review

[@deborahsimpson2732]

Kinda embarassed since I am 67 yrs. old and just now in life want to learn how to sew. My grandmothers and mother all sewed but I wasn't interested in learning; UGH!!! Now, my 27 yr. old daughter and I will start this journey starting this new year. We'll see what happens. Fingers crossed.

[@Rosannasfriend]

Don’t be embarrassed. You’re doing it! There’s people who go their whole lives without doing it.

[@BlueprintDIY]

That’s awesome! I’m rooting for you and it’s so special to go on this journey with your daughter. Happy New Year!

[@tashakaycary1955]

Brava to you! Si much greatness happens when we decide to go for it!

[@Covers-and-Commentary]

You’re learning and evolving never feel embarrassed by your journey. Have fun. Happy New Year

[@deborahsimpson2732]

Thanks!@@Rosannasfriend

[@howardgoldstein867]

I am an avid garment sewer (for 60 plus years), tailor trained at F.I.T., and purchased the Bernette Academy b05 in May of 2023...I love, love it...since I sew mostly knits, I really use a lot of the stretch stitches for seams, top stitching & hems. The stitches are so easy to work with and the stitch quality is perfect. The machine is easy to maintain as well...I'm really pleased I made the purchase!

[@janessajaybee7778]

I absolutely love how fun and informative your videos are. I found your channel 3 years ago and I was thinking “dang, I wish I had a sewing machine.” Last spring, while in Goodwill, I saw a Brother sewing machine…for $25!! I snatched it up and have been working on sewing ever since. Your videos are my motivation to keep trying, see different small project but not to be afraid to get out there and do it. Thanks 💛

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy, I’m so happy for you!

[@marilynsepich6324]

Last year I bought a Bernette Academy 05 as my birthday present to me. I love it 🎉

[@LaineyBug2020]

I wish they would still be shaped and decorated like the older manual machines instead of just bulky white plastic!

[@barbaramatthews4735]

I have the Viking machine. I've had it for awhile now and I'm happy with it.

[@BlueprintDIY]

It’s a great machine!

[@karendewillers5190]

I have been thinking sbout getting a sewing machine despite having two machines in storage. Sewing always meant shagginng and thread disasters. Also a lower back ache. My daughter sews standing and she avoids the backache.

[@Rivernadiwellness]

The way you review these machines like a brand new BMW… I looove iiit😊🥰

[@BlueprintDIY]

🤣 Sewing machines are better than cars to me.

[@Cynthia2v]

Back in 2013 I purchased a HV mechanical machine as a backup for my computerized sewing machine. I purchased the Eden Rose, a limited edition similar to the Emerald with additional stitches and extra feet. All the features you described were available on my model, and I have not been disappointed. I had hoped to introduce a granddaughter to the joy of sewing, to no avail, but I have a wonderful machine to take with me to classes, etc. Great Video!

[@stephaniet5209]

I have the Husqvarna Viking Emerald 116 (one step down from the one you reviewed but very similar) and it's great. Great for beginners but I've been sewing on mine for 10+ years and it's great. I sew everything from denim, workout gear, vinyl, just everything, and it's such a great little machine! Was happy to see you recommend it! I've recommended it to many of my sewing students looking to get their first machine.

[@darlatidwell6255]

I liked all of them. Happy New Year Angelina!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yes, I was very pleased with it!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Happy New Year!

[@deeyalafleur-moore7982]

Even though I've been (hand) sewing since I was a little girl & have always loved to sew, I went decades without sewing & then was finally gifted a machine a few years back & finally purchased a brand new machine 4 years ago. I bought the Husqvarna 116 & love it. I've still never used a serger (too scared of all that threading lol) I also still don't use patterns lol 🤦🏾‍♀️ Love this review!! 💜

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yeah, I think even more of us are afraid of sergers. I’ve been wanting a cover stitch machine for years, but the learning curve scares me.

[@deeyalafleur-moore7982]

@BlueprintDIY omg... you are such a queen in all your sewing!! I'm amazed to hear you're scared of anything with all your talent! Also wanted to share I made another "not so ugly sweater" with the replaced sheer sleeves. That makes 3 for me, so now I have one in lavender, black & dark purple. Thank you so much for all the inspo!!!💜💜💜

[@HUeducator2011]

My parents just got a Singer for me for Christmas, I’m so excited to get to making fresh fits❤️

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy! Congratulations!!

[@javawatson1350]

Great reviews❤ I just bought the Bernette Academy B05 after watching this video.

[@BlueprintDIY]

You’re going to love it!

[@thebritneylashaun]

Same! ❤

[@SewingandCaring]

I'm so happy to see someone show beginners something other than dreadful bottom-of-the-range "this is what I started with so you have to suffer like I did" rubbish. The only thing they do is end up with an audience of upset beginners who find out very quickly that they can't upcycle jeans. I'd also like to throw the Pfaff select with IDT into the mix, it's a high-end mechanical with a built in walking foot and it's especially good on leather.

[@BlueprintDIY]

🤔 The Pfaff sounds intriguing! I’ll have to try it.

[@afeminame]

I am "being" satisfied with my Janome 1522, and I have in mind my second machine for down the road. So, I really didn't watch but wanted you to have watching credit. I let it play through. I hope it helped those who haven't made their minds up. ❤ your channel, thanks for sharing!

[@BlueprintDIY]

You are too kind! Thank you so much!!

[@bookhoarding]

Thank you for this. I appreciated how thorough and detailed you were. I’m always getting asked what machine folks should buy when they’re getting started and this is perfect.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yayyy. Glad it was helpful!

[@l.a.w.79]

I need to buy myself a new machine for 2024!!! All of these are very nice but I might go for the Viking

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yes, the Viking is very nice!

[@mariapeagler2667]

Janome Gem is another machine great for beginners. I used to work in a quilt shop and it was the machine we recommended.

[@KOKO-uu7yd]

HEY FOLKS! the BabyLock Joy ON SALE $250!!! It's probably a bit much for me still, but I'm considering...🤔🤔 I just followed the links, btw 😉

[@sherrywilliams1131]

Viking just came out with 2 mechanicals called Onyx 15 and 25

[@DTSTANGO]

I'm sorry to interrupt you however an excellent tutorial but lets make a correction. So your videos continue to offer accurate and complete instructions for your viewers. So to reiterate into your description of the Bernette B05 Academy sewing machine On/Off button which offers a snail option for slow stitching and a rabbit option for faster stitching, ijs....

[@SparkyOne549]

Janome mechanicals last forever also.

[@kaylaEA_]

I came for the 118. It’s either that or the Juki F300, but I prefer the mechanical.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Yes, I’m a mechanical girl!

[@thelukerocks]

Love your videos! I am going to start making my own fleece liners for my guinea pigs! I was looking at the singer 4432 or the brother sm3701 ? I guess what I am asking is what would be a good cheaper sewing machine for fleece and padding ?

[@deborahm696]

Thank you for the info

[@Jennifer_Lewis_Beach_Living]

Husqvarna machines are built to last. I had a Husqvarna that lasted me 20 years, and the only reason I don’t have it is it wasn’t working anymore, and it was so old that they didn’t make parts for it anymore. 🙁 I got a Brother Project Runway machine, which is an okay machine, but I get jamming and thread popping out of the needle when I’m not doing a straight stitch - problems that I NEVER had with my Husqvarna. I’m planning on purchasing either a new Husqvarna or a BabyLock.

[@simpleme5719]

I now have the Ever Sewn Jasmine,have you ever heard of this beginner machine?

[@BlueprintDIY]

I have, but never tried it.

[@patriciareaves8315]

Ok, I am getting confused 😐 In your earlier video you recommended the Janome. Is the Viking a step up. Tried using your coupon and it was not excepted 😕

[@libraeotequever3pointoh95]

I have a Janome DC-1050. No regrets. I didn't have the budget for a Viking. Viking sewing machines have a good reputation though. My Grandmother had one.

[@fgreen411]

Isn't the Babylock just a renamed Janome model?

[@BlueprintDIY]

I’m not sure. I know Babylock and Brother have some of the same machines.

[@SewWhittle]

I’m thinking about buying a straight stitch machine to take with me when I go to open sew event. I am looking at the Baby Lock Zest and the Bernette 33. Any thoughts??

[@babynacho2011]

Hi I’m new to sewing I try sewing but my needle broke 2time I got frustrated and mad at myself I’m trying to learn can you help me out

[@sandrafrancis8577]

Did you already say which machine you were keeping from the last time? I think one was a Janome .

[@BlueprintDIY]

I kept the Janome and the Juki 🤭

[@sandrafrancis8577]

@@BlueprintDIYgreat. I have a Janome machine.

[@helenlorah43]

What do you think about Singer 6800c?

[@BlueprintDIY]

We use one in the office and it works well except for a lot of thick layers, but it wasn’t really meant for that.

[@nautastro1503]

And non of them has pressure foot pressure adjustment?

[@henikam]

Bernette academy and Viking emerald have.

[@brandonvinson9799]

Everyone knows SpongeBob’s pet: Gary the turtle

[@sherrywilliams1131]

Sound issues ?

[@BlueprintDIY]

What kind of sound issues, no sound or it’s sounds weird?

[@sherrywilliams1131]

My apologies. Apparently the speakers on my 20 yr old bose headphones decided it was time to retire.. 😢 they are the most comfortable and no longer made.

[@dottiemathews6853]

WELL I BEEN HAVING MY SINGER HD4411 AND I LOVE HER! I HAD HER FOR A YEAR NOW (JANUARY 1ST SHE WILL BE ONE YEAR OLD THAT WAS WHEN I FIRST STARTED SEWING ON HER) I WAS A BEGINNER SEWEST AND I DESIGN AND CREATE CANVAS TOTE BAGS (CHASSIEDOT CREATIONS NEW LOOKBOOK VIDEO COMING OUT TOMORROW!) EVER SINCE I GOT MY SINGER I BEEN HOOKED ON SEWING AND IT IS SOMETHING I ALWAYS WANTED TO GET BACK INTO (I AM 63 YEARS OLD AND THE FIRST TIME I EVER TOUCHED A SEWING MACHINE WAS WHEN I WAS IN HIGH SCHOOL AND IT WAS SOMETHING I ALWAYS WANTED TO GET BACK INTO. SO, HERE I AM. BUT, I KNOW ONE DAY I WILL WANT TO ADVANCE AND UPGRADE TO A HIGHER LEVEL MACHINE. LOVE YOUR VIDEOS SWEETIE! I WATCH THEM ALL! I WANT TO GET TO YOUR LEVEL AND ONE DAY OPEN UP A BOUTIQUE. THE JOURNEY CONTINUES!

[@BlueprintDIY]

Hi Dottie! Happy anniversary of getting back into sewing. Thank you for commenting because so many people want to get back to sewing but are scared.

[@SewingandCaring]

I have that singer and it's a fantastic machine, you'll be hard-pressed to find an upgrade which makes a nicer sound AND I''ll let you into a secret, the 4411 is the best machine out there for using elastic thread like maraflex in both top and bottom. This means you can sew stretch and knits on a normal straight stitch and treat them like you would a woven which will never fray.

[@DingleBerryschnapps]

​@SewingandSnakes Returned mine for an st150hdh and much happier. I wanted to like the singer but it was loud and the foot pedal is touchy.

[@user-yc2bd5qn6e]

It's not a turtle it's a snail

[@BlueprintDIY]

You’re right

[@lyndaholloway5469]

You may like the Viking , but mine has come very close to going over the side of the balcony railing to its death. It is not a love hate relationship, more like a hate hate relationship. I am very sorry I ever bought it, I only wanted a new mechanical machine. What a disappointment .

[@maddonut621]

My beginners machine is still in the box... I'm terrified of it still.

[@BlueprintDIY]

Nooo, it’s time to conquer those fears. 😁 You can do it!

[@maddonut621]

@@BlueprintDIY I've seen my mother sew her fingers together... I'm struggling... 😆

[@BlueprintDIY]

@@maddonut621 Ohhh got it. Completely understand! That’s traumatic.

[@maddonut621]

@@BlueprintDIY I'm 44.. I feel like a toddler when I look at it. Just no clue what, how, where to start... fabrics, threads, stitches.. oh my! 😆

[@SewingandCaring]

@@maddonut621 Oh hen, this is all about hand position. You want your right hand in front of the needle and your left hand to the left of it. You never pull from the back and let the feed dogs do the work. Turn the machine off when you are doing anything with the needle and I promise you it's impossible to sew your finger. How your mother-in-law managed to sew her fingers, in plural, is actually some sort of sewing wall of fame achievement. I don't think anyone else has ever managed to do that in history.