My (new to me) Brother 3100d arrived yesterday. Just love it. Thanks for all the comments and advice. Wasn't sure I should buy a second hand machine but can't afford a new one. Now have a 6x10" hoop. xx

Congratulations! Getting a used machine is kind of like adopting instead of giving birth - LOL. I adopted my BrotherULT2003D just about 3 years ago and I am so glad I did. One of the best things I did was to take it to the Brother dealer to have it cleaned and tuned. Then they offered me the service contract. I paid about $350 USD for three+one years and it has been worth every cent. I'm a bit rough on machines, and I still have two years left on my contract. We have bonded quite nicely and I do love her as if I had given birth - He He. Enjoy Your new baby!

I only have 2nd hand machines. Ha, ha that leaves money left over for supplies. Glad you have a bigger hoop now and you are happy with your new baby

Good for you! There's nothing wrong with second hand, often it's because they have updated their machine. I recently updated mine and I too will sell my Husqvarna Designer 1 in the near future to someone who has out grown their machine and wants a bigger machine that can do larger embroideries.

Hi lyns, I too got brave enough to purchase on Ebay. Mine is a Pfaff 2170. It was a bit scary using Ebay, but turned out to be good. Vicki from South Austraia [Eyre Peninsula]

You should post a pic of your machine for us to see. Is it just for emb. or does it sew too? Congradulations!!!! Happy stitching, Jane

I wish I'd checked on buying a used emb. machine, that way I would have more money to spend on everything else one has to have to do emb!!!!

lyns here is to happy sewing on your new machine. I have the Galaxie 3000 and love it. Currently I am missing it as it is having a new floppy disc drive. Mine was not new either but is very loved by me

That is wonderful, can you tell us how much it cost and where you are? I want one too! christine LLDS!

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by lyns 05 Oct 2011

Hey Christine. I'm in ACT, Aust. I paid $1500 on ebay. Was unsure but asked lots of questions. They "seemed" genuine and I figured it's a BROTHER so I couldn't go wrong. * for all. xx

way to go i am happy for you hugs carolyn

So happy for you - can't wait to view your wonderful items in PROJECTS, soon.

Glad you are enjoying your machine. Happy Sewing!!!

Glad you're happy with your purchase and
"Happy Sewing". Be sure to post your projects.
Hugs Karen