- Shopping today involves a lot of choices, and that’s even before you get out of your own home! And if you are a sewing beginner looking for your first sewing machine, you may not know where the best place is to get your first sewing machine. The choices – both in sewing machines and where to buy them – can be overwhelming. But never fear, because it doesn’t have to be that overwhelming.
- Where to start? You’re going to want to know what you’re looking for. You do not have to know right away exactly which brand you want your first sewing machine to be, and you do not have to know exactly where you’re going to get it. You want to take your time narrowing down what you want out of the machine and shopping around for the best price.
- Once you have figured out what features you want, you might want to keep your options open to a few different brands or types. From there, you want to get yourself in to a craft store to see if you can try it out or have a little bit of time hands on with the machine. Department stores are good places to look, too, but you likely won’t be able to get hands on time with the machine. Additionally, you won’t find as wide a selections as you will find in a craft store. Many craft stores also offer sewing classes, where you might be able to get a feel for sewing in general as well as the machine you are looking to purchase. Don’t hesitate to ask the people who work there about what their favorite machines are and what they prefer or recommend in beginner’s sewing machine. They will have plenty of advice!
- After you have had some hands on time or experience with the machine in a craft store and know precisely which machine you want, you may want to buy it at the store. This can be a good option; after all, you’re there already. But if you are looking to get the best deal, it’s a good idea to shop around on the internet. Often, online distributors will be able to get you a better deal, and there are many places that also offer free shipping. Figuring out where to buy your first sewing machine can seem a little tricky at first, but they usually depend on what you’re looking for. If you are looking for that in store experience, you can of course purchase from a craft store. But if you’re looking for the best deal possible, take the best of both worlds and shop in the store, but buy online!