Sewing Machine, Smoke Alarm, Thermos, Phone Card (113)Using a sewing machine takes some technique but it almost takes more know-how to find the right one. Here are the basics on buying a version that will suit your needs and skills. Then take a shopping trip that will protect your loved ones and your home — buy a proper smoke detector and you cut your chances of dying in a house fire in half.
Finish up with a thermos comparison and phone card roundup.
Product information:
(All prices are average U.S. and subject to change.)
Sewing machines:
- Kenmore Free Arm 15516, $170, 800-349-4358, www.kenmore.com
- Singer Quantum 7350, $350, 800-4-SINGER (74-6437), www.singer.com
- Husqvarna Viva, $718, 800-358-0001, www.husqvarnaviking.com
- Bernina Artista 200E, $7,200, www.bernina.com
Thermos bottles:
