New Sewing Machine

So today I'm really excited! I've been working on a Singer Simple sewing machine and have constantly been having problems with tension regardless of how many YouTube videos and how many times I've watched to CD or read the pamphlet came with the sewing machine. I've been so frustrated! It's been especially damaging to my linen and linen blend fabrics. So with our tax return I was able to order a Janome 8077 Computerized Sewing Machine with 30 Built-In Stitches. I've read many reviews, done research and looked blog after blog post about how to chose a sewing machine and what sewing machines were the best. 

I was told to expect to spend around $200 to $500 if I wanted a sewing machine that would last a long time and do the things I wanted it to do. I'm going to do a lot of sewing with the SCA and I'm also going to be sewing through thicker fabric with my husbands military uniforms. His uniforms are thicker than jeans material and then I have to sew patches on and mend it as well. I've broken needles on the Singer Simple even using a jean needle. Having a flying needle tip with my little toddler around who eats everything and then not being able to find it definitely causes problems!

So when I get my sewing machine and learn how to use all the features I'll give it a review here. I'm also going to ask my local sewing machine store if they have classes I can take. If they don't I'll check out the Joann's fabric and the Michael's store. 

As for now I'll provide the link to Amazon where I purchased my machine! I also bought the extended warranty which I personally think is always a good idea especially with kids.

Janome 8077 Computerized Sewing Machine with 30 Built-In Stitches