The Husqvarna Viking Emerald 116 is solid and powerful enough for multiple layers. It has a handy built-in "cheat sheet" suggesting stitch lengths and widths as well as which of its presser feet to use for various functions. It also has a built-in one-step button hole and 16 functional and decorative stitches. (Does anyone really need more?) It's a mechanical (rather than a computerized) sewing machine, which means it will probably last longer and also be easier to maintain and to have serviced than the pricier, computerized models. I spent a bit more than I had planned when I started shopping, and I am very glad I did. This machine is so much better than the basic Singer Tradition model I learned on a few years ago.
A good machine that I've used for 13 years. The needle threader is more durable than that on a Bernina selling for 2X the price. Suggest wrapping a piece of bike inner tube around the foot pedal to keep it in the same position. Find it for about $379. No needle up/down--making sewing slower (*should* be included for the $) It'll sew thicker stuff, but slow down or you'll break needles. It's light (16 pounds) to make it easier to carry around, and also easier to hop around the table when you press the pedal to the plastic. For $20 more, the 19 pound Juki HZL-70HW includes needle up/down as well as reverse and run without holding reverse lever. If you like simpler machines, you get the Emerald 116. Emerald 118 for $100 more adds: needle up/down, speed regulation, and some more stitches. Bobbin winding is a little old school, requiring you to pull the hand wheel to the right.
Depending on the age of the machine, it either has a light bulb or led. You can try to lay the machine on its back and reach up under the left cover to replace. Sometimes it's hard to get your fingers up there. Then you'd just have to remove that side cover and replace.
The Husqvarna Viking Emerald 116 is solid and powerful enough for multiple layers. It has a handy built-in "cheat sheet" suggesting stitch lengths and widths as well as which of its presser feet to use for various functions. It also has a built-in one-step button hole and 16 functional and decorative stitches. (Does anyone really need more?) It's a mechanical (rather than a computerized) sewing machine, which means it will probably last longer and also be easier to maintain and to have serviced than the pricier, computerized models. I spent a bit more than I had planned when I started shopping, and I am very glad I did. This machine is so much better than the basic Singer Tradition model I learned on a few years ago.
A good machine that I've used for 13 years. The needle threader is more durable than that on a Bernina selling for 2X the price. Suggest wrapping a piece of bike inner tube around the foot pedal to keep it in the same position. Find it for about $379. No needle up/down--making sewing slower (*should* be included for the $) It'll sew thicker stuff, but slow down or you'll break needles. It's light (16 pounds) to make it easier to carry around, and also easier to hop around the table when you press the pedal to the plastic. For $20 more, the 19 pound Juki HZL-70HW includes needle up/down as well as reverse and run without holding reverse lever. If you like simpler machines, you get the Emerald 116. Emerald 118 for $100 more adds: needle up/down, speed regulation, and some more stitches. Bobbin winding is a little old school, requiring you to pull the hand wheel to the right.
I LOVE MY 116!! I''VE HAD HIM FOR ABOUT 10 YEARS NOW AND HES A WORKHORSE!!!
I bought one 4 years ago. I am just now putting it to use and finding the appropriate stitchs.
Glad you’re getting to use it. Have fun!
Love this machine!
Thank you for you a great video!
Glad you enjoyed it! We are working hard on more.
Is this durable enough for sewing jeans?
With the proper needle and lengthen the stitch, this machine will stitch denim.
How to replace light
Depending on the age of the machine, it either has a light bulb or led. You can try to lay the machine on its back and reach up under the left cover to replace. Sometimes it's hard to get your fingers up there. Then you'd just have to remove that side cover and replace.