I bought a Janome, online, from the sewing machine centre, I think it was called. The website was easy to use, and the prices were very keen.
In fact, the service was excellent, with next day delivery.
I have been really pleased with it.
I will be on curtains this winter, for the whole of the B&B and the static caravan!
I bought a modern Singer but have to say I was disappointed with the quality, I didn't push it too hard but it was a struggle getting thicker cloths through it. I ended up donating it to the school after I got my old, good quality machine from auction! Have a look at this page http://www.sewingmachine-sales.co.uk/pfaff_sewing_machines.html, they still make quality machines.
You might want to think about second hand, more for your bucks but no warranty of course. All my machines are old but everyone of them is better than the modern one I paid nearly £300 for.
What I do before I buy any new item is look for reviews on the web or, if you have a shop in your area take in some fabric samples and try some machines. If you're going to be using it for canvas then take some of that in too.
Let us know how you get on, any more questions just ask.
I have, ahem, just bought another hand Singer from the car boot sale (£5) - it is in perfect working order and the handle is SO light and free in its spin. I am thrilled to bits with it, and although I said I was getting it for the girls to use, I think they can have one of my other hand sewing machines instead! _________________ http://codlinsandcream.blogspot.com/
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