Viking Sewing Machines Knowledge Base
Viking sewing machines? I want a good machine that doesn't eat threads or whatever else. I don't think it's necessary to spend thousands of dollars for what I want to use it for. I heard Viking is a good brand so I'd like some help narrowing it down (yes I know craigslist sells for less but still I don't want something with a million functions that aren't necessary). =P I want to sew light fabric from lace and satin to levi/demin. I want to straight stitch, zigzag, blind hem and have it cut/produce button holes. Also I know I can talk to someone in my area who specializes in mending machines but I'm asking here for real consumers and not someone trying to push something on me, thanX
Why is my dealer having trouble getting parts for a viking sewing machines .? They are also having trouble getting new machines. My machine is not more than 10 years old. Why wouldn't they still have parts for them. My dealer tells me that he cannot guarantee that he will be able to get the part I need. This dealer has been in business a long time. I doubt that his credit is bad. Does it have soething to do with the recession?
How do you thread a bobbin on a viking sewing machine? This machine is really old and the bobbin treader wheel thing is on the side of the machine. This machine is green and doesnt have a number on it (like the viking400). Its really important that i get answers fast because i have a project due tommorrow. please and thank you!
Anyone know how to adjust dog feet on a Viking 6430 sewing machine? A Viking 6430 sewing machine we recently bought over the internet will not feed material to be sewn. The dog feet rotate properly but continue to fall down and will not grip the material. I partially dismantled the unit and all seems to be in place, including the spring forcing the feet up. Any ideas? Anyone have a maintenance manual with info?
Sewing machines, is the like blue book for resale of my 1999 Viking D1 ? I am almost to lose my house and I can sell my Husqvarna Viking Designer 1 1999 how do I find out how much it is worth do you know thanks I have googled it, ebayed it and it is only to pay off small bills and I'm on a fixed income and can pay my months bills but must pay collections before they file lawsuits etc. I mostly wanted a direct answer if possible thanks
Husqvarna Viking Prelude 340 sewing machine? I'm looking for a good sewing machine. I've narrowed my search dow to two machines. One is a used Viking Prelude 340. Can someone give me a little more info on this machine, like what year it was made, whether it's a good machine, and if it's good for sewing through at least 4 layers of fleece. also, is it as good as the Emerald 118?
Columbus Ohio: Where can I learn how to use my new Viking sewing machine? Class/Course offered? I just bought a Husqvana Viking Emerald 116 Sewing Machine and I have no idea how to use it! I can't seem to find any classes available for beginners to just teach me the basics of how to use this machine ( i really would like to learn how to do a blind stitch hem). I have looked for classes/course offered in my area, without any luck. I even checked craigslist. Can anyone help me with a recommendation of a place that offers these classes near Columbus, OH...or where I can find a 'tutor' even. Thanks
How can I remove a bobbin that is stuck on the winding shaft of a Viking Sewing Machine 545? I put a new bobbin on the shaft of my Viking Sewing Machine 545 and when I went to remove it it would not budge. I have tried pulling this and that and it still will not come off the shaft! Help Please! This machine was purchased new in 2001 by my Mom (she saved the reciept!) and I recently inherited it. I have been sewing for 40+ years just not on a fancy quilting/embroidery machine. I am thinking of taking a look to see if I can take off the cover and see if a thread is stuck somewhere?? I know my older machine always needed a good cleaning, does anyone know how to clean this newer type of machine?? Thanks again!
Need help with my Viking Emerald 116 sewing machine? I'm sewing together two big pieces of fabric to make a double sided blanket, one side is just fleece, the other is a super plush soft fabric. No matter what settings I change, my thread continues to bunch up and get caught together in a huge mess that I have to keep ripping out. It's getting incredibly frustrating and I don't know what stitch to use or if I should just give it up and hand-sew it because of the plush fabric. Can anyone help?
Does anyone know the price of a huskystar c 20 sewing machine? I have a Huskystar by Husqvarna Viking Sewing machine I have had it for a couple of years and have used it one time and that was at a class on how to use it. I am wanting to sell it but am not sure how much to ask for it like I said it is basically new and comes with everything in its original packaging.
Where can buy a really good set of sewing scissors? I own a husky husqvarna viking sewing machine. After loaning it to a friend before moving from illinois, i discovered that the machine oil that came with it was missing, along with a stabilizer foot to keep it level.
Which sewing machine is better, Janome 11000 or Viking Diamond? I am considering buying a new sewing/embroidery machine. I have narrowed it down to two: the Janome 11000 and the Viking Diamond. Both are pricey, but bargains can be found onlline, and used ones as well. I would llike to hear some user opinions as to which machine is the best value, best quality, easiest to use. Note: I do not do quilting, so that won't figure into the equation.
Husqvarna Viking Emerald 118 Sewing Machine *versus* Singer Confidence 7470 Sewing Machine? I just bought a Husqvarna Viking Emerald 118 sewing machine for $399 at Joanns. The day after I took it out of the box, they put the Singer Confidence 7470 sewing machine on sale for $399. This is my first sewing machine, and I am a sewing beginner. The Singer seems to have many more features than the Viking, tons more stitches, more button hole styles, etc. Anyone have any familiarity with these machines? Is the quality of the Viking higher than the Singer? Should I try to exchange my Viking for the Singer because the Singer does more? Any thoughts on these brands, or these models would be appreciated!
Where can I find a Husqvarna Viking Sewing Machine Manual for Model 5710? I know you can buy it online but I don't want to wait to have it sent. Willing to pay for it if I can get it in PDF form but I cannot find it anywhere. This is a beautiful machine and i'd love to to find out how to use it. thanks! Thanks for the sewusa pointer but they ship those manuals. I want to download a PDF (i'd pay for it) but i'd like to get the manual asap. Don't want to wait. thanks
will a viking zipper foot fit a singer sewing machine? I have a Singer Scholastic sewing machine and cannot find the zipper foot that came with it. I went to Joann's fabric to buy one, but the associate told me that the Viking, which is all they had, wouldn't fit my machine, even though it looks EXACTLY like the one pictured in my manual. If I can buy from the store rather than have to wait for one to be delivered from online, that would be preferable.
Date of manufacture of a Husqvarna/Viking sewing mach? I have a sewing machine for which I need to know the approx year it was made. I have looked online for this info and found nothing helpful. The numbers on the bottom are as follows:: Sew easy 320 electronic Type S2-25 70408922
Where can I find free Husqvarna sewing machine manuals? I'm trying to locate a website where I can download a manual for my Husqvarna Viking 210 sewing machine, but everywhere I look is charging $20-$30 for one! Is there anywhere that you can download sewing manuals for free? Thanks.
How can I repair my Viking Husqvarna sewing machine Model 230 Electronic myself? Normally, it runs very smoothly, but when it's down, it's always for the same issue and costs me $80 each time I take it in to be serviced. As I begin to sew, the needle tip will pull to the right slightly, catching the thread and fabric so tightly that I must yank it free, breaking the threads. It does this most often after I've been using an overlock type of stitch on a heavier fabric such as fleece or terry. I only use mettler metrosene or gutermann; this machine has never seen a cheap thread. I no longer have the manual. Any ideas or suggestions? <<<Thanks everyone...I ended up taking the front and back covers completely off the machine and there was some thread wound around the very bottom lower metal gear underneath the bobbin assembly area that I managed to pick out with tweezers and flashlight...(not to mention a lot of lint and stuff)...lol It seems to be okay for now...:)>>>
Need advice on a new sewing machine! Brother/Baby Lock or Viking? In search for a middle-of-the-road heavy duty sewing machine to replace the old one. Some embrodiery stitches ok, but my gosh! The prices out there now are so high! Trying to find the best value for no more than $2,000. Between the Brother-Baby Lock or White brand VS. the Viking brand... Anyone have expereince in this? Thank you in advance!!
Viking Husqvarna 6020 Sewing Machine bobbin? I just got an old Viking Husqvarna 6020 and it has no bobbins. I'm looking on Ebay and there are some sellers who are selling bobbins that will fit the 90-150, 610/20/30, 940-990 and so on machines. Will any Viking brand bobbin fit this machine? I noticed the newer machines note "concave" bobbins?? I'd like to run to Joanns and get bobbins for this if this is the case. Thank you in advance!
Why are so many stores suddenly deciding not to carry Pfaff sewing machines anymore? My local shop, Meisner's is clearing out all Pfaff products. I looked on the web and several other shops are having a clearance on Pfaff too. However, the newest news I can find on Pfaff is that they were bought by Viking in 2000 after being bought by near-bankruptcy Singer in the 90s. So, what gives now? I really like the product, but don't want to buy another if they're going under. When I asked Meisner's they told me that the Pfaff isn't as user friendly, so that's why they are phasing them out. I find that incredibly hard to believe, because mine is so super easy to use! When I was doing some research online about the coverlocks, I found some stores that were clearing out their Pfaffs too, so it made me paranoid. Hopefully that's all it is and no news is good news!
What other sewing machine brands does Janome make? I heard that alot of the old Swiss made sewing machines have been bought by other companies. Does anyone know who makes what? Elna & Kenmore made by Janome? Singer by Juki? Bernina? Viking? Ok I know those all aren't "Swiss" companies but I'm just curious. Looking into buying a machine and just doing research. So recommendations on brands, etc. would be appreciated. I'd call myself a beginner since it's been 15yrs+ since I've used a machine and I only plan simple projects like blankets, pillow, drapes, etc. (for now.) So basic is fine.Been considering some used Vikings & Elnas, & new Kenmore, budget under $175. Thanks.
Sewing problems, bad loops and tangles!? I'm currently using a Husqvarna Viking Madison sewing machine, and whenever I try to sew a basic stitch, there are huge loops on the opposite side of what I'm sewing. I've tried changing the tension, and I cannot seem to figure out what I'm doing wrong. It also jams quite frequently, getting the bobbin thread twisted in a mess with the regular threead. I haven't had this problem before, and I'm not sure what's going on. Any help is appreciated!
why is my embroidery machine tearing and knotting my fabric? It's a Designer I Viking. The sewing machine part of it works great no problems with that. But when I am using the embroidery part of it it sucks my fabric into the machine and knots it up. I am using a 100% cotton t-shirt to embroider on. Anyone have a suggestion on what is going wrong? I use a cut away stabilizer always
What's a good sewing machine for a beginner? I can't spend more than $100 so I'm thinking of buying a used/refurbished from a reputable dealer locally. I've heard great things about the quality and durability of Bernina and Husqvarna/Viking. Does anyone have any experience with these or other machines? I will be using the machine for sewing clothes for myself and my children, also curtains and perhaps doll clothes. Will not be doing any embroidery or quilting or sewing on very heavy fabrics.
husqvarna viking embroidery cards? hi everyone i just bought a husvarna viking scanidinavia 400 sewing machine and i cant seam to find any of the embroidery cards, i have the programable card thing that does not work right for sum reason?? ia would like to purchase the cards, any help is greatly appricated, also do you know if the disney ones for the brother machine will work in mine? thak you very much teresa
does anyone own a janome magnolia sewing machine? I am a beginner who wants to learn the basic of clothing construction and some mending...my choices so far are the viking emerald 116, the janome magnolia and the kenmore 16221? Any suggestions out there...
Which sewing machine is best? I want to get a new sewing machine but I'm not sure what brand I should get. I'm familiar with Bernina, Husqvarna Viking and the older model Singers. But I have never owned a machine before and need your opinions. I will be using it to make clothing and I would also like to start quilting. Please tell me about your machines and what you like and dislike about them. Thank You!
i am looking into buying a sewing machine and what to know what brand to get? i am going between a bernina and a viking which brand is better? i am a relatively new sewer and am majoring in fashion design i don't quilt or do embroidery any suggestions on models and the price i should pay for one will help so much! am thinking about a viking emerald 183 (what is the price?) or the viking sapphire 830 or 850 (any prices?) any help
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