| Baby Lock:Sofia2 (Sewing Machine) | | Viewed 1062 time(s) |
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| | About NuMommy | | TN USA | | Member since: 11/27/06 | | Reviews written: 5 | | Sewing skills:Advanced Beginner | | sewing machines reviewed: 2 | | Bio: more... |
| | Posted on: | 2/19/13 7:04 PM | | Approx price paid: | $550 | | Had this machine for: | 2 weeks | | Recommended? | Yes | | Online Merchants: | Amazon.com | Features
- Computerized
- Needle Threader
- Needle Up/Down Setting
- Embroidery Stitches
- One step buttonhole
- Drop-In bobbin
- Free Arm
- Adjustable Stitch Length and Width
- Adjustable Needle Position
- Embroidery Machine
- Auto Threading
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This machine sews very quietly and neatly. I like the quality of the machine and enjoy the easy to use screen. I have sewn only one project and tested in on all the fabrics I have sewn in the past and had scraps. It passes wonderfully through: denim, cotton/woven, home decor, 4 layers of fleece with 2 soaker pads (cloth diapers), knit- interlock- unprepared (minmal wave- acceptable for arm holes) and chiffon with paper underneath. That is all I have tested. It sews fast and smooth and changing stitches is easy peasy. I like how even the bobbin winds- that alone is a dream come true.
This is my first taste of embroidery and it has been very limited in scope. No designs yet, only Monogramming. I do enjoy embroidery, but it is difficult to determine/give a good review because I have nothing to compare it to.
EDITED TO ADD:
I like that I can sew without the pedal. This is such a blessing w a)my tall sewing cabinet, and b) small children that like to "help"before I am ready. This really allowed me to get a computerized machine. I had before said, "no no" because I was having to turn the machine off while ironing to keep littles from hitting the gas :). Another thing about this hands free business, is I can add this to my list of recommendations to patients who cannot use their feet adequately. I wanted a vintage machine to take to the nursing home on visits because I thought they would like it, but this machine- they will love- because they can actually use it!! Younger population clients will appreciate a money making opportunity. The newly paralyzed are often at a loss of what can I do, how can I do it. I am really excited to share this with them. I have one in mind in particular who has always loved fashion and expect she will be very excited about this feature.
I like that I can adjust the speed while sewing without the foot pedal as well.
PRICE:
This price was about $100 off of going rate. I am not sure why I got that price. My dealer knew I was looking at a Juki, and Ken's is less than an hour from me. He also knew I had a bad experience with his store while trying to get the last machine I purchased from them serviced and went elsewhere and received good service. I did not tell him until later I was concerned about that business going out of business and b) she sends her machines out for warranty repair, and c) she had lost a friends machine and did not replace it...so that dealer was moved to the probably not list. He also knows I come from a sewing family that spends more money on machines than I do, and I think he just really wanted the trust and the business back. I am not sure, but those may or may not have been factors in my price. It was also a cash price. What NuMommy does not like about this machine
I do not like that I cannot sew from before the edge or even at the edge, that the stylus does not have a holder, and I do not like the embroidery is not larger than 4x4 :0
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When I started before the edge, it was like it would get to the edge and not pull the fabric through resulting in bobbin jam. It could be user error. I should and will start in with dogs covered, reverse, and then sew. I am still quite new at sewing. | *LOGIN to add a comment to this review
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Thanks for this review. Nice! I love what you say about even bobbin winding,
2/20/13 11:09 AM
Did you buy this new? My dealer quoted close to $1,000.
2/20/13 7:58 PM
Yes, new from dealer with a flash of designs, a roll of stabilizer, 10 pack of thread, 5 pack of needles, and DG Monogramming software.
2/20/13 9:14 PM
I thought about buying this machine to take to classes. I think it is a nice machine with a lot to offer for the price (new here around 600 to 700). Nice review but am confused about not being able to sew before an edge? You can reverse and catch things in that way. For the prices this machine is a nice one.
2/20/13 9:18 PM
I can sure try and let you know. It would jam.. Like the feed dogs wouldn't catch. Could really be user error. I have halfway considered getting a vintage machine so don't mess my baby up, but I think I will take full advantage of the one yr full warranty and see what I can do. :) I really like it, and I it is probably capable of more. It's so expensive compared to other machines *I* have owned that I see her as delicate.
2/20/13 11:07 PM
I bought this machine when I first became interested in embroidery. It is really a workhorse. It sews denim like a champ. I must admit that after 3months I went back and bought the Ellisimo because I wanted more variety in embroidery. The Ellisimo is a dream come true. I love Baby Lock machines. Also have the Evolution.
2/20/13 11:26 PM
I have a Sophia 2 also and really enjoy using it. I also paid less than 600 for it new. The embroidery stitch outs are beautiful. I don't use it much for sewing. I also wish it could stitch larger designs and that they included a holder for the stylus but overall I agree the machine is easy to use with wonderful results.
2/21/13 6:26 AM
NuMommy, if I understand you correctly, you are trying to sew air with a sewing machine by starting "before the edge." This is not something you should ask a sewing machine to do, ever. A serger, yes...but not a sewing machine. If you don't like starting in from the edge a bit, then backing up, then going forward, you can use the swatch technique. That's where you begin sewing in the middle of a little swatch, butt the edge of your project up to the swatch, then continue sewing across the butt into the project. Clip off the swatch when you're done. You can sew off on a swatch at the end of the line of stitching also, which you might need for certain sheer fabrics or if you're chaining a series of quilt pieces and want to be ready for the next series. If your machine came with lessons, do, by all means, take advantage of them. Enjoy your machine!
2/24/13 1:35 PM