I want a sewing machine. I can't afford to buy one anytime soon, but I know I'll want to get one as soon as I am able to so I'd like to start figuring out what I want in one.
Unfortunately, I know almost nothing about sewing, so I'll need lots of advice.
Here are the things I plan on using it for, and maybe someone can tell me what features I'll need:
- Sewing materials like PUL, fleece, birdseye/gauze, vinyl, and lots of regular things like flannel and cotton. (I read online that for PUL you want to have a walking foot? Also, is there some sort of specific thing/feature I'll need for sewing really thick layers, other than a thicker needle of course?)
- I plan on using it to make cloth diapers/diaper covers, quiet books, as well as (eventually) Halloween costumes and possibly quilting, since Kate will be forcing me to join her in that when I move to Houston :) I'm sure there will be other things I'll want to make as well, but probably nothing super fancy.
- I need something really user-friendly for beginners; I don't need a whole lot of gadgets and features, just something reliable and simple.
- I don't need a computerized machine. Too pricey, too fancy, and too much hassle.
That's really all I can think of right now. Luckily, I have a mother-in-law who is basically a professional seamstress to help me out, but any and all advice/recommendations on the subject would be welcome!
