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What Embroidery Machine Should You Buy? 2021 VLOG2

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If I were shopping for a machine in 2021, what would I buy? I'll go over different price points and pitfalls to be aware of.
The video I referred to about Ricoma was taken down by the RU-vidr who posted it. It's a rather ugly situation. He explains it here: • Sued For Exposing The ...
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@GreenCatQueen 2 года назад

*So* helpful to find an unbiased review from someone who doesn't have a vested interest in selling one machine over another. Thank you. This video was excellent.

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

Thanks for watching!

@TheNerdArmory Год назад

Good to see someone on the train saying ricoma is bad. I see too many people say "they're going to buy it" and have seen too many people complain about it. So many are being sold used.

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

Not only are there a lot of used ones out there, but the prices on the used ones indicate they don't hold their value compared to the better machines.

@user-lv1qu3vj7j 2 года назад

I bought a Brother SE 400 two years ago and I love it to pieces. I've made even money's to cover the cost of it and wasted to upgrade to a new one, so am really grateful for this vlog.

@jbmdesignco.693 3 года назад

You said exactly what I needed to hear when it came to Ricoma. I have been going between a Ricome 1501 and a Melco EMT16X, but I always felt there was something about Ricoma that kept me on the fence.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Always best to follow your gut on big decisions. 😊

@natalierowin3165 3 года назад

thank you so much for your opinion-so spot on. I’m not new to embroidery- so nice to hear honest information. Newbies listen to her! You can always upgrade your machines!

@jasn98 Год назад

I know I am late to the party.. but just started looking into sewing & embroidery machines. I had my eyes on a Brother online wasn't sure if it would be right for me so decided to look for videos. I have to say this is one of the BEST reviews and information videos I have seen! Thank you so much.

@JANJOHNSON59 3 года назад

I’m brand new this past year to machine embroidery. I just retired and jumped in with a Brother PR1055x. I love it!

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Wow Jan, you don't mess around! Nice machine choice on the Brother 10 needle. :-)

@peachstatecustoms 3 года назад

Great Information, thanks for sharing! One more thing about the Ricoma, if you try to upgrade, many dealers DON"T / WILL NOT take a Ricoma Machine as a trade in. That says a lot to me about the quality of their machine.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Great tip!

@HandmadeByLinanne 3 года назад

I’ve done some research & found this about this company. They don’t tell viewers they get their machines free if they’re able to sell enough machines. In other words they use buyers as salespeople. That’s why you find nearly new used models selling for half their purchase price, because buyers can’t meet the sales quota.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

I heard that too but never saw a contract and what the quotas are. That would be interesting.

@-an0nim0- 3 года назад

Great video. It all boils down to your budget. I have been in the Embroidery business for fifteen years. In my experience, best home Embroidery machine is Bernina. And would like to add ZSK to the list of commercial machines. I have worked with Melco and SWF machines and would not recommend them to anyone. I own a fifteen needle single head Tajima machine. I am very happy with it. I currently work with Barudan machines. Both Japanese made. However, I would love to own one day a ZSK machine. Nothing beats German Engineering. And like my grandfather used to say, 'always work with the best'. Greetings!

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Thanks for adding all your excellent advice!

@smartalix5295 Год назад

Thanks for being an ethical human! I had to go through a lot of bad reviews on my own to decide against the Ricoma and Redline. It is so challenging to make the right decision and I love in a rural area, so servicing is also a major factor for me. That, and community support.

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

I'm glad the video helped you. And getting service to a rural area is a huge deal! Especially when those multi-needles heavy and bulky.

@unbeso8858 Год назад

@@BallyhooCreations hey I really enjoy the video! I was looking into getting one of these Pfaff Creative Vision 5, Husqvarna Viking Designer Ruby Royale What do you think of these?? Also if u know any better machines than the ones listed above pls let me know

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

Those are good machines. Viking Singer and Pfaff are all owned by the same company. You might want to comparison shop Babylock/Brother and maybe Janome to see their prices too.

@unbeso8858 Год назад

@@BallyhooCreations what about the husqvarna viking topaz 30?? Also what is the best brand u recommend??

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

@@unbeso8858 The Viking Topaz line is nice. One of my design testers uses a Topaz and her stitch quality is lovely. I prefer the Brother/Babylock brand for its user friendly interface. I also like Janome for its low price points. I worry about the longevity of the Viking/Singer/Pfaff machines because they change their engineering frequently and then retire parts for discontinued machines so it's hard to repair them, which shortens the life of the machine.

@JtreeProductions 2 года назад

Thank you soooo much for the Rikoma info because they were on my feed a lot and i always thought to myself... "Why does this seem like an online marketing push." It just didn't seem organic. Thank you so much

@CherryBlossomHill 2 года назад

The best advice I found was to make sure whatever brand you buy, be sure you but it from a dealer who has amazing after sales service and repair technicians that are certified and experienced.

@lafrileuse4459 Год назад

I would also ask myself if I want a sewing and embroidery machine, or if I want an embroidery only machine.

@1packatak 3 года назад

Just an FYI, Brother no longer manufactures their Dream Machine models. This also applies to the Baby Lock version. The new model for Brother is the XE-1 (not sure of the Baby Lock version). This one maxes out at a 9x14 embroidery field. It also has an 11 in throat for those quilters out there. The top of the line Brother combo machine is now the Luminaire. This machine maxes out at a 10.5x 16 in embroidery field. It has a 13 in throat for quilters. I think the Baby Lock version is the Solaris. I would add to your great video to buy the best machine you can afford. I agree if you want to embroider to go 4x4 and 5x7 for your hoops. The sewing shops in my neck of the country are open, and you can set up an appointment to shop for a machine. Look for one that offers classes, although many of the manufacturers now offer remote classes. Plus, it never hurts to ask if you can make a deal on a demo machine. I did that on my last two machines and got a basically brand new machine for a nice price. Not all dealers do that. Also check into their service department. Taking care of your machine with regular service will keep it going for years.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Thanks for adding that extra info!

@JosefaSaldana 3 года назад

Wow..... thank you for this. I didn’t end up buying a Ricoma and went with a dealer supported used machine. SOOOO glad I did!

@robinstpierre864 3 года назад

So nice of you to reach out to help, thanks ♥️Yeah, I don't like the 4x4, too small.

@pearllucas452 3 года назад

Just ran across your video and so glad that I did. I am in the process to upgrade and your video is the most helpful one that I have listen too. Thank you for your honesty.

@Pixiedust-nf6yp 2 года назад

I want to thank you for taking the time to do this very informative vlog. I’ve been browsing the market and felt very overwhelmed with all the different models available. I felt much better informed with your video and I’m very thankful I found you and have subscribed to your channel. Thank you so much. 😊

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@SB-zp5dc Год назад

Ah brill. Just what I was looking for. Subscribed. Going to check out your videos now for 2022 updates ? Looking to upgrade from Janome 350e had for years. To bigger hoop for dolls and bag type projects. Great advice

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

I'll be creating a new video for 2023 Embroidery machine buying because I've learned a LOT in the past 2 years. Have you purchased a new machine yet or have you honed in on a favorite?

@maddy6246 3 года назад

Thank you for this video. I have been looking for my first machine for a while and have settled on either a Baby Lock or Brother, so it was good to hear you recommend them. I knew I wanted a bigger hoop size so knowing how big I can get for my budget helps.

@Amaze. 2 года назад

So which one did you end up buying? Was it worth it?

@angelg4829 11 месяцев назад

Any updates?

@lotlotdg4300 2 года назад

When you are mentioning about the prices I realized I would only do hand or manual embroidery...

@garycrumrine9538 3 года назад

Viking Epic II, $17,000 plus for larger hoops. My wife and I own 2. Very happy with the machines

@kittys.2870 Год назад

I'm looking at embroidering large chest size pieces of multi colored Celtic crests with griffins, dragons, unicorns for aprons, overdresses, cloaks etc. for the renfaire type functions. Have to drive 50 miles to the nearest Brother dealer or the JoAnn fabrics stores.

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

For large designs on cloaks or aprons, you'll want a good sized hoop which means a more expensive machine - like a 6x10" or 8x8" hoop should work. It might be worth the drive to a dealer if you're going to spend a lot of money. Or consider the Janome 400e which can be found at JoAnns online. You may also need to purchase digitizing software if the Celtic designs are not already created and for sale by another digitizer, so consider software in your budget unless you have already found designs that work for you. If you need software, consider Embird or Embrilliance on a budget, or Hatch if you have tons of money to spend. :-) Hope that helps!

@thejollyowl7977 3 года назад

Thank you for this! I've had a Brother PE770 for over 8 years now and have been really wanting something with a bigger hoop!! I just can't afford a multi needle yet. I make in the hoop plushies and dolls and now have a goal to save up for a babylock! Thank you so very much!!

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

For in-the-hoop dolls and plushies - bigger really is better. Wishing you a quick savings towards your goal!

@ellenhofer3343 3 года назад

Baby Lock and Brother are made in the same factory and are pretty much identical other than the extra $$ you pay for Brother to have Disney designs which can only be stitched on Brother machines. The difference is that Baby Lock is a higher quality machine than the Brother. While they are made in the same factory, the Baby Lock machines are made to a higher quality standard than Brother.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Agree on same factory and same machine lineup. But not sure I agree with the Babylock claim to better quality. Honestly - sounds like something a salesperson would say. :0 (yes, I own a babylock :-)

@ellenhofer3343 3 года назад

@@BallyhooCreations my dealer had nothing to lose by telling me this, as the Brother costs more. I did do some research on line brother vs bl and found the same information on several sites. I have sewn on botb machines at events and just like the BL better. Its a forever on-going argument between Brother users & BL users. Each loves & loyal ti the end. Lol lol I think the popularity of Brother machines is partly because so many YT personalities use them (and many get a break on their machines or get them free to use in their tutorials from their local dealers). I can't remember the last time I saw BL Solaris in a YT video. I know of one who has a Luminare and it has been to the shop at least twice for major repairs.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

@@ellenhofer3343 you're right Ellen, and I think you just inspired my next video topic so Thank YOU!

@ellenhofer3343 3 года назад

@@BallyhooCreations I'll look forward to seeing it!

@sonjabowling3876 3 года назад

They are the same, my Dealer carries both, she said brother has one more exclusive thing on theirs. I own both the only thing different is the verbiage. Both are great, one is NOT better than the other, I bought Luminaire this time only for the Disney Designs, when I upgrade to a new machine I will probably get the Baby Lock, don’t be afraid of either machine. My Dealer is the #1 Baby Lock dealer in the nation.

@lisacowan5060 2 года назад

Have you ever seen an Irish dance competition dress? What kind of embroidery machine do you think could do that?

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

Any machine could do surface embroidery, but those large designs need the largest sized hoops, or special hoops that are good for repeating border designs. These are the high priced machines. And many of those Irish dresses use couching in celtic patterns, which top-of-the-line Vikings can do, but it's faster on regular sewing machines. Or they are not done on embroidery machines but the appliques with embroidery & rhinestones are purchased and then added to the outfits. (I come from figure skating and belly dancing myself :-) The appliques ARE expensive, but cheaper than a $10K embroidery machine.

@sandihenning9466 3 года назад

Great video, you covered a lot of ground. I'm just beginning to look at maybe doing some embroidery projects. Thanks!

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Glad it was helpful!

@Alishaspieces 2 года назад

Your room looks very organized, can you do a room tour or some things to buy to organize embroidery room. I'm not good at that stuff

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

I would love to make a video of a studio tour and organizing tips! It's been on my to-do list for about a year now and I haven't had the time to make it. I'll bump up the priority since you're asking. 😀

@debbiharrelson9961 3 года назад

Thanks for all of the information. I have a Brother SB7900E but I’ve been thinking about an update or maybe stepping up a level. There is so much to consider when making this purchase and your video is very helpful!

@bethserran 3 года назад

OMG, I LOVE your honest opinions. I am new to embroidery but been sewing for 51 years. I recently bought a Brother Luminaire XP2 in November, 2020. After less than 3 months, the machine is back in shop for alignment issues. I have a Bernina & Viking Rose that are over 20 years old. I love them and goes back to shop only for yearly cleaning and maintenance. I am very disappointed purchasing the Brother brand. I thank you for sharing your knowledge and honesty. Please post more video tutorials.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

You had me at "Viking Rose!" That was my first embroidery machine and it was amazing! I'm sorry you're having issues with your Luminaire. Brother is generally good, but it seems like every factory had issues in 2020. Hopefully they can fix it under warranty and it will come back to you in fantastic shape.

@NikkiVelazquez 2 года назад

This was great information! I'm one of those who made the mistake of buying a Redline. There's just not a lot of good information out there to help people choose wisely. Since I no longer embroider for a living, I'm looking for a hobby machine. I have the Brother SE 625 which is a 4x4 hoop, but I"d like a bigger hoop again. It works really well, though.... better than the Redline ever did!

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

I remember your video about that Redline! So glad you shared it.

@AnointedSong 3 года назад

After having my machine for years, I just embroidered my first design, which was my son's logo. I have the Singer Futura seqs-6000. At the time I purchased it, it came with all the software and a 4x5 and a 6x10 hoop (which actually measured larger, I think I measured the useable area at 7.5 x 11). The machine was $899 and the software was just as much. I was blessed because I happened to get it for $275 TOTAL, the machine and software. It was too good to pass up😁. Brother machines seem to be the standard, but honestly since I don't know what I'm doing this one will do just fine for now🤣. I appreciate your commentary on the machines.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Wow! you got a GREAT deal on that Singer! I hope you have fun with it.

@AnointedSong 3 года назад

@@BallyhooCreations Thanks! Even though I've only embroidered 1 thing the learning process is fun. Also having people like yourself helps with that.

@sandraayotte1431 Год назад

Brother Sewing and Embroidery machine are fabulous machines and run in the range of $500 to $600

@classycaffeinated4846 Год назад

Oh my I love this video love your honesty and as someone new to embroidery this made my decision for my multi needle easy I have the pe800 just add to my business thanks again

@juanadavilabrown5674 3 года назад

I got a SE Brother 1900 for about 1k from Amazon and love it. I'm a newbie at embroidery.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Great choice! Enjoy your new machine!

@sunshinemarie3550 3 года назад

I wish I had seen this video before Christmas 🤗I have 2 machines pe625 and pe800 bcuz as you said the 4x4 wasn’t what I wanted but without experience I bought it then shortly after I bought the 800 I’m actually in LOVE with embroidering so I’ve decided to keep both and I DO wish I could take a class...thank you ...I’m looking forward to your videos

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Quite a few people upgrade machines but keep the old one. Use it as a backup (when your "main" goes in the shop) or use it to stitch 2 projects at once. Sometimes that 4x4 machine is very useful. :-)

@melissasteiner9039 Год назад

Great video. Very informative. I have wanted an embroidery machine since 2018ish. I wish I would have purchased before the high demand and increase cost.

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

Demand is still high but prices and availability are closer to normal levels so it's a pretty good time to jump in. I need to make an updated video since things have changed a LOT in 1 year.

@crcr2896 3 года назад

Appreciate your honesty and knowledge.

@noranevers 2 года назад

This was a great video - full of common sense. I started with a Brother PE800, and that was a great machine but I quickly got hoop lust and moved to a Janome 550E. It is ok, I really don't line having to oil it every month. When she is happy she is great but she in unhappy frequently. So now I am in the market for a multi-needle. I am primarily after big hoops. I live in Merida, Yucatan, Mexico. I have available the Fortever line and the Tajima line. Both are sold in local shops that have service departments. I would be interested in any comments that you might have one either machine. Thanks.

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

I've never heard of the Fortever, but the Tajima is highly regarded all over the world. Hopefully that helps!?! Multineedles also require that you oil the bobbin case daily but it's an easy task.

@marietheresebegue7291 Год назад

Hi, how is your Janome 550E, because I would like to buy one, easy and not expensive. Thanks a lot.

@mbrech1088 Год назад

@@marietheresebegue7291 I have owned the Janome 550 for a year and have really put it through it's paces. It has been a very reliable machine. I embroidered on a Bernina 180 for MANY years before getting this machine and I would be hard pressed to pick one over the other. - my Bernina is just old and I didn't want to spend $$$$ on a new one. I have two other Janome machines and have always felt that, for the money, you cannot beat a Janome. Beautiful machines. The 550 has a very good selection of hoops. If you don't have software for editing designs, i would recommend Embird. It will resize and you can add wonderful lettering. You buy the add-ons as you need them. I have used it for many years and love it. The basic software that comes with the machine doesn't do much of anything and I have since removed it from my computer. One of the main things I don't care for, with the 550, is the threader. My two other Janomes thread simply and beautifully. Frankly, it's easier to thread the needle by hand than use their system, but I use Organ large eye embroidery needles and it's a snap. Hope the comments help you in your search . . gl!

@lifewithhaiz 3 года назад

Thank you for this! I have a small brother 4x4 and I’m looking to upgrade because my business really out grew it and I’m looking for a multi needle and I almost applied for the ricoma!

@Simplestockapparel 2 года назад

Any advice on growing? I got a small following right now, looking to blow up

@martinmlaka 2 года назад

Hi there, just wanted to check for my mom, because she doesn't speak English and cannot watch these videos. I have watched quite a lot of them now, and like your views on it so wondered if you had any comments on Brother NV2700 vs maybe Janome MC 500 E? From what you said and what I am reading, Brother would be a better option, but wanted to check. My mom is new to embroidery, but has been a seamstress for ages and also had a wedding salon. Thank you very much and thank you for a clear and honest comments in your video. Best, Martin

@martinmlaka 2 года назад

just so I cannot find Flourish 2 in our area. sadly

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

The Flourish 2 was discontinued last year and replaced by the Babylock Flare. When you add the sewing machine combo to that same machine they call it the Vesta. Brother makes the same machine as the Vesta and calls it...the NV2700. The on-screen menu is where most of the embroidery functions are found, so you might check with dealers to see if either machine supports your mothers language to make it easier for her to navigate. (They also use icons so she could learn it that way with assistance) Both machines you mentioned are good. Brother is a little easier to navigate but it's negligible. The Janome has bigger hoops (8x8 and 8x11) which would make it ideal for both clothing and quilting. So it really depends on what she wants to stitch with her new machine.

@martinmlaka 2 года назад

@@BallyhooCreations thank you so much for taking time and explaining everything :) much much appreciated. Brother looks like a good option. We found also innov-IsV3 which seems slightly larger. Good point about the language, will try and see it in person. Thank you very much again. Wishing all the best

@callmecali400 3 года назад

I have a husqvarna topaz 40 I’m new to embroidery

@colsparksss5738 3 года назад

I just wanna ask your struggles in embroidery world or some tips for teens who wants to have this business in the future. appreciated your very detailed explanation about machines... I've learned a lot

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

The struggles are the same for every small business - find your niche or specialty, then figure out who loves what you make. There is always more to learn and you're already doing that by watching RU-vid videos. Are you struggling with anything in particular?

@Angela-uq1cs 3 года назад

This is a great video, full of so much good information! Thank you so much for taking the time to make and post this!

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

You are so welcome!

@juanadavilabrown5674 3 года назад

I've heard the same negative reviews about the Ricoma and all of a sudden a lot of embroidery RU-vid channels have one 🤔

@robf2403 3 года назад

Join their FB support group, but pay attention because they do A LOT of damage control. I'm banned from commenting on posts and creating posts. As a hobbyist technician, a mid 90s tajima and some floppy disks will run circles around the best Ricoma has to offer. A few hundred bucks will net you a USB conversion, and you'll have a bulletproof machine that parts are still made for, all for under $5k.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

That is excellent information! Thanks for sharing!

@whatstheteemorebyrocexpres3047 Год назад

Great information. What are you using to hold your stabilizer and other rolls.

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

That's an IKEA pegboard with their paper towel/roll holders. They'll hold rolls up to 12" in length. Very convenient.

@aurell623 3 года назад

I purchased a Redline and I love it absolutely no issues with it.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

That's great! I know some people love them and others don't, so I tried to recommend brands that were less "controversial" :-)

@aurell623 3 года назад

@@BallyhooCreations I think sometimes it has to do with how much you already know before getting a multi needle.

@donnadesko675 3 года назад

Thank you!! I appreciate your embroidery machine review!!❣️. I agree.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Thanks for the sweet comment Donna!

@foodbaby5497 3 года назад

Your video came at the perfect time! I've been looking for used and new multi needles machine recently. You are so right about Ricoma and about their influencers. What are your thoughts on Janome MB-7...prices seems really good for a new machine right now. I'm also considering a Babylock Valiant used for $8500.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

I don't see raving fans for the Janome multineedles so I avoided them too. Babylock valiant is great if you're not running it full time every day. That price is good if it's newer and comes with stand, hat hoop and maybe extra frames, but call a dealer and see what lowest price they can give you. haggle! I f ound that patience was key when shopping for used machines. Your machine Is out there 🙂

@lindapuente8629 3 года назад

Thank you ! I have never owned an embroidery machine and I'm looking to buy one to make children's clothing. So I'm thinking about a brother pe800

@robinstpierre864 3 года назад

don't buy the Disney 540d

@robinstpierre864 3 года назад

There are combo sewing and embroidery machines

@avamitchell31 Год назад

Thank you for your honest opinion! I just spoke with Ricoma today. They seemed to be pushy and very fast talkers!

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

In all fairness, many embroidery machine dealers are fast talkers! They are all on commission or bonus structures. But you should definitely buy from a brand that you feel comfortable with because THEY will be the ones servicing your machine and answering your questions for years to come. 😀

@avamitchell31 Год назад

@@BallyhooCreations That’s so true. Thank you for replying!

@terrifisher683 3 года назад

Can you do a tour of your sewing room please?

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

A studio tour is in the works! As soon as I can finish patching and painting a chunk plaster that came off when I removed some mounted storage, I will do a video tour. Thanks for the request!

@allisterstewart3209 2 года назад

This video is so real to me I wish I seen it before so I could make better decisions

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

You're not alone. Lots of people buy first and then learn later. (I did) Care to share why your machine wasn't right for you? Maybe others can learn from your experience?

@jillananickel7586 Год назад

Thank you for a thorough review! Can you maybe explain machine stitch limits? Is it just referring to a pattern that it's reading off of a USB, or would it also limit a pattern sent to the machine via WiFi or cable?

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

I'm curious where you heard about stitch limits because that doesn't come up very often anymore? Embroidery Library has a nice comparison chart. www.emblibrary.com/EL/help.aspx?page=help2choosesize Those limits are either built into the file format or the machine itself so it doesn't matter if you're using USB, cable or WIFI transfer. A professionally digitized design should not hit those limits on newer machines. But you might run into problems on older machines that use older file formats and Embird has a great table that outlines that: www.embird.net/manual/0300formats.htm

@AnthonyBatistanator 3 года назад

Thank you for making this video! It’s helpful! What do you think is the best bang for your buck multi needle embroidery machine? I want to get into doing big designs on sweaters.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Thanks for the question! This depends on how long you will run the machine each day. If under 6 hours, I would buy a used brother or babylock. (in fact, I bought the babylock endurance 2.) But if you're going to do this for longer shifts, be patient and try to find a used Tajima or Barudan. At least that's what I would look for. Your mileage may vary. :-)

@carlostercero4182 Год назад

Thanks for such great information. What do you think about the ZSK?

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

I like the ZSK and have included it on my list of multi needle machines in the updated video coming out next week 😁

@elizabethhoffmann7162 Год назад

Thank you for your excellent videos, ideas, and candor. I appreciate you...

@NA-qs7bg Год назад

My bf has a business. In the past he got an embroidery business to put his logo on shirts but we have moved far away and its not practical anymore. What machine would be a good option to get his business logo embroidered on to golf shirts/hoodies etc? His logo is 4 inches long and 1.5 inches wide.

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

Any machine can embroider at least 4x4" so that logo would fit any of them, even the inexpensive Brother machines sold at Walmart. The bigger issue would be the digitized logo. If he already has a PES file of the logo that is under 100 mm wide then you're good to go. But if you need the logo turned into an embroidery file (because the previous shop owns the file) then you can find online digitizers to do that for $20-$70 to create the PES file. Otherwise you would need digitizing software that starts at $300 and has a steep learning curve.

@lynnsteinbeck4254 3 года назад

Thank you for this video I’ve been looking at buying a new machine and your advice really helped I have a Sofia 2 talk about a older machine but is a work horse

@ivelcanintzel2192 3 года назад

I did tons of research and was going to get the Happy but then went with SWF. Those brands won out over Brother/Babylock mainly due to maintenance and asking random professional multineedle technicians and they chose SWF over those other brands I was thinking about

@ellenhofer3343 3 года назад

I've had my Baby Lock Ellissimo Gold II since 2014 and other that a yearly trip to the dealer for cleaning, etc., I have had absolutely no other maintenance issues with it. Not one.

@KManekia 3 года назад

I am considering the SWF. Are you happy with it? Do they offer technical support

@ivelcanintzel2192 3 года назад

@@KManekia Yes to technical support and have had it less then 1 mo and had to get over my fears of a commercial machine. I was actually most astonished by how quiet it was so that’s a plus because it sits right off the living room. I would definitely recommend SWF. Also a colleague I work with even recognized the quality that Korea produces so feel great about the purchase.

@farkalnine9398 3 года назад

Love love love your honest opinion.

@deveeda56 3 года назад

I do think brother is the better machine for beginner embroidery but expensive for a 6 x10 on up Singer gives you a bigger hoop for a frugal price Legacy Singer 300 is temperamental embroidery machine but u get your money worth u have to change tension for lettering etc. The legacy does have a good following on facebook. Little Alessia Co on you tube does a excellent job with the cheaper Singer 200. I agree with Ballyhoo creations when the sewing expo comes back go take a class usually with brother machine and now the machines are consider used at a used price

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

I agree with you on everything! My only issue with singer is their "larger" hoops are oddly sized and digitizers like me don't design to singer hoop sizes, so often that extra hoop space is wasted. Singer embroidery machines can be finicky which is frustrating for beginners. But paying $200 to $300 for a used one would be worth it. 😁

@jemusmuhire5127 3 года назад

I need one head 8 nedle how munch brother and all fram

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

@@jemusmuhire5127 I am not a dealer. I can only share what prices I've seen on the internet for used machines. If you are patient, you can find an older used Brother 6 needle for $2k. The more modern ones are more like $5-7K these days and new machine closer to $10K I think? Depends where you buy it. Usually frames come with the machine, and sometimes the stand is included as well.

@luvcabin 3 года назад

Very informative video. I can attest to the workhorse Brother PE800. Mine has been great but am thinking of upgrading to a multi needle. May I ask which model of Babylock is your 6 needle you bought, and where did you get it? Thanks!

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Glad you love your PE800! They are sturdy little guys, aren't they? I found my used Babylock Endurance 2 on Facebook marketplace. It's the same as the Brother PR655.

@GreenCatQueen 2 года назад

8:00 Regarding the commercial machines you mention, I know how to spell Happy and Melco, but what are the others, please? One starts with a T and the other starts with a B. I have no idea how to spell those to look them up. Thanks.

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

Tajima and Barudan 😃

@GreenCatQueen Год назад

@@BallyhooCreations Thank you.

@joycelindsey1 3 года назад

Is it absolutely necessary to have a surge protector rather than the narrow pose strip for an embroidery machine? Would that keep from causing the board/s to become damaged and needed replacement?

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Hmmm. I typically plug all my machines into inexpensive surge protectors, it's cheap insurance for an expensive machine.

@makingnewdreamscometrue Год назад

I’m with you on Ricoma.

@maryostrovskis4301 Год назад

Thank you so much for your tutorials. I purchased a Viking #1+ many years ago and never used the embroidery feature. I have recently begun to use it and have completed a few pretty successful coaster and t-shirt projects. I struggled with a number of things like breaking threads and bird nesting until I watched some of your tutorials and applied your advice to my own embroidery. I slow down my speeds quite a lot on this old machine which is very time consuming since it is a manual process with the pedal. I'd like to at least be able to use a 5x7 hoop and an 8x10 would be even better! Since it appears you too use a Viking, can you give some advice on things to watch out for on the #1+ & what Viking you would recommend, even if used. My budget is about $3k. Appreciate your input, Thanks Mary

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

The Viking #1+ predates my experience and that's saying something! But all the info in this video ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-nSGVF4HHtNg.html would apply to that machine as well. I'm not the biggest fan of Viking anymore, but for your budget you can get their 6x10" machine like the Topaz which people seem to like. Most of the other brands also average $3k for their 6x10 machine, except Janome. That budget would get an 8x11" embroidery field on the Janome 550E.

@joycelindsey1 3 года назад

Please advise What sewing embroidery/machines work best when embroidering towels - on regular basis! I spent over $2,000 dollars for one and only after 2 1/2 years the boards had to be replaced!!😮

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Any machine can do towels, but if you're constantly embroidering heavy fabric like towels, the industrial machines might be better suited for you. Sewing and embroidery machines for home use may not stand up to the extra wear and tear of repeatedly stitching heavy stuff like toweling, denim or leather.

@joycelindsey1 3 года назад

Thanks for your answer for embroidering towels. The Topaz 50 within 3 years did not hold up. So an industrial machine is the solution for being more durable than a Viking Epic or some other top of the line embroidery/sewing machine?What is price range for the industrial please? I guess the are very high priced- what do you think about a used one and it’s durability? Thank you. JL

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

@@joycelindsey1 I know it's crazy, but the top of line home machines cost MORE than the industrial machines. For the price of a new Topaz, you could find a used Tajima or Barudan, SWF, or ZSK that should breeze through toweling all day, every day with minimal servicing. Call dealers and get quotes, or stalk the facebook marketplace groups for used embroidery equipment.

@joycelindsey1 3 года назад

@@BallyhooCreations Hi thanks so much for your previous information. I am leaning toward the commercial machines- but how good is the online teaching for those machines. I believe the so- called one to one hand holding would be better for me. Is there any 1:1 teaching out there for the commercial machines? But learning on line how to thread these 16 needles, to do logos, maintaining the machine with tools, oil- can that be found on line? I really want to do the towels and hats- so to get the commercial tutoring- I suppose you tube is the best source of obtaining information right? - thanks Joyce

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

@@joycelindsey1 youtube is definitely a great place to learn! Call around to inquire about machine prices and how they handle training so you can compare brands. Don't be shy to talk with a few sales reps. I'm afraid I'm no expert on who does in-person training, especially during this pandemic that changed everything.

@jelenablocker918 10 месяцев назад

This is super helpful! Thank you!!

@QuiriaMonroe 3 года назад

Thank you so much!! This video helped me so much! I’m a beginner & your knowledge was great & informative!

@lindapuente8629 3 года назад

What do you think about the baby lock verve sewing and embroidery machine. I do have experience sewing but not with embroidery. It says it has a 4x4 embroidery field. I want to focus only on children's clothing for now. I was planning on buying a new sewing machine so I thought I could get a 2 in 1.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Brother & Babylock are similar build quality, and the Verve is a nice little combo machine. The 4x4 field is small, but for children's clothes and gifts you can get a lot done in that small area. It's a great machine to learn on. If you decide to upgrade later, you can keep the Verve as your sewing machine.

@wilsonb6079 2 года назад

I bought a a Brother Persona PRS100 to start my small business but it was a mistake because now when I get multiple orders I waste time on changing the thread. I need to get at least the baby lock 6 needle. I feel like selling it it's like new only 81 hours of use

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

Sorry that happened to you. As you saw in the video, I would recommend a multi-needle to anybody going into business, and probably not the Brother/Babylock machines if you're going to run them all day. Maybe you can bargain with your dealer to give you full trade-in value if you upgrade to a more expensive machine? I would try that first.

@wilsonb6079 2 года назад

@@BallyhooCreations what would be a good brand? So many competitive brands out there.

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

@@wilsonb6079 I mentioned several brands in the video. If I were doing commercial embroidery, I would spend my money on Tajima, Happy, ZSK, or Barudan. I looked at other brands and they had too many service complaints for my comfort level. This is definitely a place where the rule "buy nice or buy twice" applies. Find a forum or facebook group for COMMERCIAL embroidery and ask their opinions. I only run my machine to test what I digitize, so the Babylock 6 needle is perfect for me. But I wouldn't run it 8 hours every day. 😉

@julietrodriguez4262 3 года назад

Thank you very much for all of that information! You just saved me from buying a Ricoma!

@jacquelinerojas1722 9 месяцев назад

I found a ps 600 for a very good price. I found out that Brother doesn’t make them anymore. Do you think it will be wise to get it?

@BallyhooCreations 9 месяцев назад

I have an updated version of this video for 2024 ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE-x1AqvZ1gKC4.html I'm not familiar with the Brother PS 600. Brands phase out models every few years but the models can easily last 10-20 years. So buying an older model is a great way to save money. If it reads USB sticks then it's worth getting. But if it's older than that I would avoid it.

@JennStarshine 3 года назад

Thanks for your video it’s giving me something to think about. So only the commercial machines have the large 8x8 and up hoops. And does the needle size matter? I keep hearing 6,8,15, needles. I’m looking to buy one soon. Thanks for your help.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

No, you don't need a commercial machine for an 8x8 or 8x12 hoop, there are plenty of single needle machines with large hoops like that but I think they're in the $3K and up range? (hard to know since they won't publish prices on the expensive machines!!) Most people start with a single needle machine. One needle, one thread color. You re-thread the machine for each new thread color. Multi-needle machines don't require as many thread changes so you can do other things while the machine stitches out for you. The more needles - the more thread colors you can stitch before requiring a manual thread change. Lots of people don't understand those things until they buy a machine. You've given me an idea for another video! thanks!

@talianewman6971 3 года назад

This is an absolutely fantastic video! Thank you so much for sharing your wisdom! So helpful!

@carlinsoler9474 3 года назад

Thank you for the great video. I’m looking for a combo machine and have a question. If you have to choose between Jade 35 and SE 1900, which one will you choose ? why? I really appreciate your feedback. Thank you in advance!

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

That's a tough call. I would lean towards the Jade for the bigger hoop size. I've had 2 Viking combo machines - both were OK at embroidery but excellent for sewing. Never had problems with sewing but embroidery can be finicky with them. You learn to work around it though. Keep me posted on your choice!

@carlinsoler9474 3 года назад

@@BallyhooCreations thank you very much, again! I

@TheCeceyaj 2 года назад

Hi, I’m so happy I came across your channel. The shop I recently found is offering me a nq1700e with 100k Stiches for 1,299 but no warranty with warranty it’s another $399. I could buy brand new for 1,999 which comes with brothers warranty. Which one do you think is best for me please. I can afford both. Just wondering if the used is a better option. I hope you see this ❤

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

I'd lean towards the used one - it's practically brand new. The very best deal would be to negotiate the price down on the used machine to get the warranty included for $1500 because Ken's sewing center is already selling a refurbished machine with warranty for that price. tinyurl.com/3w7j39zp Either negotiate with the dealer, or just buy it from Ken's if they won't come down. (if you can pay by check instead of credit card - it saves the store money so use that if possible) But get the warranty on the used machine - it might be a lemon, or the previous owner may have upgraded soon after buying. Those machines have not even been around more than a year.

@jacquelinemartin9793 3 года назад

Hi. Thank you for your video. I am just looking at purchasing my first Embroidery machine... I understand the reasoning behind not going all in on the first machine... but for me... I learn quickly and get bored fast... I dont want to out grow and have to purchase another machine in a few months time LOL so... say I start with the multi needle you have behind you in this video... my question is this (as I LOVE to make my own designs) are you able to make and upload your own designs or upload designs from other places on the net? thank you :)

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Oh yes, absolutely. Almost every embroidery machine will let you stitch designs your purchase or create yourself. To create your own, you'll need to buy digitizing software (video on that ru-vid.com/video/%D0%B2%D0%B8%D0%B4%D0%B5%D0%BE--v6lymD0TpA.html ) When you're shopping - look for the design transfer method. Most use a USB stick. There is NOTHING wrong with a beginner jumping in with a fancy machine like a multi-needle if you can afford it and you're a self starter. Lots of people have done that with great success.

@janiefuller5069 2 года назад

I'm trying to decide between an 8 year old, private sale, 7 million stitch count, Babylock Ellisimo Gold ($2800) because the local dealer has no product, or wait for the dealer to get a new Brother Essence ($4000) The dealer has no idea when they will get more product. They are expecting a Stellaire ($6000) within about a month. Any thoughts?

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

I've answered Janie in email, but for others who are curious - here's my summary: NEW machines are suffering from supply chain issues and I've heard complaints of quality issues as well. So it's my opinion that the new machine is not worth waiting for if you have a good deal on a used machine in front of you. Ask the dealer for an extended warranty or return period on the new machine just to be sure you're not buying someone else's lemon. :-)

@coacoa43 2 года назад

Thanks for sharing all this fabulous information. Which multi needle (3) Would you recommend?

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

What I stated in the video is that I would buy a Brother or Babylock for light usage (less than 5 hours per day) but a Tajima would be my pick if needing something for heavier usage.

@jerzmom3 3 года назад

No one seems to mention Bernina. I have one for sewing and embroidery but the computer industry grew so fast my Bernina could not keep up. I also went from pc to Mac and at the time the digital format was only pc. I am now looking at the Bernette deco b70. I want to be able to still use my .art designs I have. I am also looking at the brother innov-nq1600e. It is not Mac based so I would need to buy a program to translate. I also comes without hoops so I’d have to buy them. I go back and forth. Please help me.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

There is nothing wrong with Bernina, they are good embroidery machines. They just don't dominate the home market for embroidery like they do for quilting. Since both the machines you're looking at are the same price and features - I would suggest staying with Bernina. You can keep all your .art designs with no need to convert anything. And you'll learn the new machine much faster because the menus and buttons will be similar. The only reason you might want to switch to Brother is if you had quality issues with the Bernina brand. I think that's unlikely, so stick with the brand you already know since it's a good one.

@nadinesingleton3821 Год назад

Thank you so much.

@krow8940 3 года назад

such an insightful video!! thank you so much for sharing your knowledge with the world

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

happy to help!

@claudiamcguire5462 2 года назад

I have a viking combo machine and am purchasing a brother pe 800. When I tried resizing on the viking(scandinavia 300) my designs dont stitch correctly. Ive watched lots of videos on the Brother. Does it resize designs as easilly and accurately as it seems.

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

I think I answered this on a different video. Let me know if you didn't see that response yet.

@michellemiles5158 2 года назад

Thank you for this amazing upload! Thinking of purchasing a Janome Memory Craft 400e for $1500. Is this expensive for this machine? I also thought about the bother innovis Nq1600. Which is a better value?

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

$1500 seems high for the Janome 400e, you can find them closer to $1200 at most online retailers right now. If you're buying from a shop, use that info as leverage to get the price lower. If you are a quilter, the 8x8 hoop on the Janome is great. But if you're not going to use it for quilting, you will probably find the 6x10 hoop size on the Brother 1600 is more versatile and has more designs from 3rd party digitizers. They are both good machines. More people tend to prefer Brother for ease of use. Hope that helps!

@monikakrafcikova2602 Год назад

Hi, thank you for the video... :) ...however can JANOME MC 550E do free motion quilt? Thanks

@BallyhooCreations Год назад

The Janome 550e is an embroidery machine only, not a combination sewing machine. So you can NOT do FREE motion quilting, but it's very good at quilting in the hoop using computerized designs. Basically the machine moves the hoop (computerized) instead of you doing it with your hands (free motion.) If you want to move the fabric with your hands for free motion quilting, you'll need to look at a combo machine that does both embroidery and sewing.

@monikakrafcikova2602 Год назад

@@BallyhooCreations thank you for your answer... in a meantime I find out that there is a software acu fil and I could quilt, but it is veeeery expensive, in my opinion... cca 500 bucks... so it is not worth it...

@laceyb6330 2 года назад

Thank you for a great video!! I can’t find much on RU-vid about the babylock esante. I was going to buy it used for $800. Low thread count. What do you think about this machine? For adults and children’s appliqué and embroidery.

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

Babylock makes quality machines, but I think the esante requires a USB connection to your computer rather than a USB stick. (I could be wrong on that). You would need to have a computer nearby in order to transfer designs. I'm not sure I would pay $800 for that - because you can buy newer 6x10 machines in the $1500 range. That price feels high unless it's coming with lots of thread, stabilizer and other extras.

@geritavares6031 3 года назад

I purchased a Viking on line...eBay the seller ..said it was in perfect working order...not...I had to get it fixed to even sew but it won’t embroider..because the inner arm is broken...and I have tried every place to get another...but no luck...buyer beware...second hand

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

I am sorry you got a bad deal. Does eBay have a return policy like Facebook marketplace? For others who buy used machines, ask for a video of the machine embroidering if you can't see it in person.

@geritavares6031 3 года назад

No...no return as it was after the allotted time frame because I had broken hip and leg due to a fall...also the place handling Viking is jo Ann fabrics and they won’t service u less you purchase from them. The one independent Viking dealer moved to ft pierce...I am in ft laud. So I am out of luck. I am considering your suggestion on a six needle brother...looking at that.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

@@geritavares6031 That is a bummer then. But it's good advice for others...make sure the brand you buy has someone in the area that can service it. You might also check if there are travelling sewing machine repair people in your area. Here in the Oklahoma City area, there's a guy that will come to your home and repair any sewing machine. Hopefully, more people will adopt that business model!

@sheilamitchell8980 3 года назад

What is your opinion of the Janome EMB 4 needle ...I see this one on sale , but it don’t hv all the bells and whistles but I hear it’s well made but not as popular as the Brother/ BL...

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

I'm not a fan of the Janome multi needles and steered away from them when I was shopping. (I've been where you are Sheila :-) They have an attractive price, but it seems like people get rid of them rather quickly and that's a red flag for me. I'd rather spend more and get a better machine. Even a twenty-year-old Brother 6-needle (PR600 or PR620) might be a better investment than a new Janome 4 needle.

@TriciaDresner 3 года назад

Very helpful information and I am only in the first 4 minutes of the video. Thank you!!

@codyabel4766 2 года назад

does the brother have to do one color at a time? how does it work? are there multiple spools ready to go? Does the machine switch between colors automatically? thank you!

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

It depends on which brother machine. Most are single needle - which means you need to change the thread for each color. The machine will stop so you can re-thread it. Multi-needle machines can load several colors - each with their own spool on a separate needle so it won't pause for thread changes in between and the machine will cut and switch colors automatically. A new multineedle will run $10K and up. So most people don't start there unless you're looking to do commercial production. Some machine have 1 needle but will hold several spools, so they're "ready" but you still must re-thread everything (which goes fast after some practice.)

@goldbutter 3 года назад

Thank you for the information! really love your content. I have a question, what do you think about the SWF Mas 12 embroidery machine? is it better to use than a smaller machine like Brother SE400? am planning on making plushies with the SWF and I have not found any more videos who uses one.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

I'm no expert on SWF, but I heard great things about them, then they went through bankruptcy a few years ago and I don't know how they rate anymore. But for plushies I would recommend a multineedle machine. The bigger hoop sizes and stronger motor to punch through thick layers are a huge asset.

@goldbutter 3 года назад

@@BallyhooCreations Thank you for this!! gladly appreciated 💖

@KaungAungplus 3 года назад

Thank you very much for the information. Which machine would you recommend for custom designs and creative flexibility like different stitch types, thread colors, types and lace work?

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Any embroidery machine can do different stitch types, thread colors and even free standing lace designs. So there's no limitation there and my next video will talk about that. For custom designs - you either need a very high-end domestic machine, or a better solution is to buy embroidery software to either combine designs or create lettering, or do full blown digitizing of your own artwork.

@KaungAungplus 3 года назад

@@BallyhooCreations Ohhh ok. I understand. I know illustrator pretty well but I am not sure whether that’s the correct program to learn for embroidery art work. Maybe embroidery softwares are the way to go?! They can be pretty expensive, the software itself.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

Illustrator can get you an SVG file - but you'll still need embroidery software to convert SVG to stitch file. There are auto-digitizer programs that can do this, even a few free ones. They usually handle simple SVGs pretty well, but more complicated designs are a disaster to stitch out. In the future I'll make some videos testing this out. But for now, you might want to look at this Wiki comparing all the embroidery softwares: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Comparison_of_embroidery_software

@lemonsqueezycrafts6818 3 года назад

You're video really helped me - I had been on the fence about the Ricoma and you've convinced me. I've been told by so many to stick with Brother. I'm on my second Brother sewing machine (my daughter has my first one). I have a Brother PE500 embroidery machine and I am beyond ready to upgrade. Can you please share which multi needle Brother you have. Thnks!

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

I got the babylock endurance 2 which is the same model as the brother PR655. They are 6 needle machines with a laser for positioning and they came out in 2013. Both have been replaced by newer models in stores now.

@joyleigh6534 2 года назад

would you recommend a single needle Janome memory craft 500E for beginner/home embroidery for $1900? i'm debating between that and a brother innov-is NQ1600E for $1300

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

Janome has an extra step or two when transferring designs but it's not a game changer for most people. The Brother NQ1600 has a 6x10 hoop while the Janome 500E has a 7.9x11 and 7.9x7.9. Here's what you need to know about those Janome hoops - even though they are bigger than the Brother, most digitizers use the Brother hoop sizes when they create designs. This means designs either won't fit or will need to be downsized to fit the Janome. A lot of people get disappointed when they realize that. If you want to do quilt designs sold by Janome, it will work great! But if you plan on buying designs on the internet, the Janome hoops sizes may force you to end up with 6x10 sized designs and you could have saved money and just bought the Brother. I have a video titled "All About Designs" that goes further into this subject. Hope that help!

@dwightyawg7781 2 года назад

Thank you for this! Is it possible to stitch something across the back of a jacket with a 5x7 hoop size or would I need something bigger?

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

Assuming your design filled the hoop (many of them don't) your design would be 7" wide and 5" tall. It wouldn't fill the back of the jacket but it might be okay for a logo or name. A machine with 6x10 hoop could fill the jacket back panel better.

@dwightyawg7781 2 года назад

@@BallyhooCreations thank you!

@evolutionofelliot 3 года назад

You're so awesome for putting this out there! My boyfriend and I are looking to potentially invest and start up a small clothing business and want to research in depth before spending so watching this video really helped! Many thanks and have subscribed!

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

You're smart to research before spending. Too many people make the mistake of buying first and researching later. Best of luck to you!

@cassandrahickson3725 3 года назад

That machine has very small hoops. I just bought a Janome 550e. This is my first machine and it is easy to use. The largest hoop is 8x14. You would love it. I paid $2300 for it. You can do big sizes.

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

@@cassandrahickson3725 congrats on your new machine! How did you get it for that price? The MSRP is $3999 for the 550e. Did you buy it used or do you have a secret shopping place you can share?

@tracyng8325 3 года назад

@@cassandrahickson3725 thank you for your sharing, the price is very good, I don't know if you can share where you got it for that price. Thank you

@beautiful_9ightmare704 2 года назад

@@BallyhooCreations HOW DO YOU FEEL ABOUT JANOME?? OR BRAVO?

@Tracyhopkinsontextileartist65 3 года назад

Thank you for being so honest, I am looking at buying a machine and looked at the Brother, which model is yours?

@BallyhooCreations 3 года назад

I have the Babylock Endurance II which is the same as the Brother PR655 from about 7 years ago. It works great for my needs as a digitizer.

@gervialane6056 2 года назад

Great Video and Great Information. What is the name of the multi-needle machine behind you? Thank you, also is there a video with you using it?

@BallyhooCreations 2 года назад

That a Babylock Endurance II, which is about 8 years old. It's the same machine as Brother PR-655. I use it in my ITH video tutorials, but I haven't made any videos showing HOW to use it.