This forum has always received a lot of questions about sewing machines and for the most part the members here are good about replying with any help they can offer. Since we don't have a FAQ page, I offer the following suggestions:

~ Yes, do post your questions here about which machine you should buy, but be a grown-up and do some of your own homework too; you can do a Google Search by typing in the name of machine, model number, reviews or opinions and then read the results.

~ No, you may not post a "for sale" message here for your machine, patterns, notions, or other sewing related items.

~ Yes, do tell us the purposes for a sewing machine that you plan to buy. That will help us advise you.

~ Yes, do a search on this forum for the brand and model of machine that you are interested in to see what has been said before.

~ Yes, check out these two web sites for reviews of various machines:

http://sewing.patternreview.com/ for older and current models of machines

http://needlebar.org/ for vintage and antique machines

I hope this information will help all those interested in purchasing a machine and enjoying a wonderful hobby. This is offered with only the best intentions and is not meant to offend or put off anyone.

Teresa