Just in time for Mother’s Day, Brother is offering a rebate on the LB6800PRW embroidery and sewing machine for purchases made at authorized retailers between April 15, 2011, and May 15, 2011.
While you can actually get the 6800 in a couple of different packages, each distinguished by the letters following the 6800 in the model number, the rebate is only good for the PRW (Project Runway) version.
This combination embroidery and sewing machine is identical to the very popular SE400 embroidery machine.
UPDATE: REBATE TIMELINE HAS PASSED.
It comes with lots of stitches, a USB cord for downloading new designs, built in automation to make sewing and embroidery easier, and produces great stitch quality.
The only differences between the LB6800PRW and the SE400 are the inclusion of a rolling tote bag and the Project Runway label on the front of the machine. The rebate may not close the gap on the price difference between the two models but for PRW fans who really want the tote bag and the label, you won’t want to pass up the rebate offer!
There is a current $30 rebate on this from Oct 31 – Nov 20, 2011. I just ordered this machine from Walmart – Brother Computerized Sewing Machine and Sewing Basket Value Bundle
and am looking forward to using it. I a total beginner and want to have everything I need to use the machine when it is delivered. I was reading all the messages about the twin SE400 (great information!!) and notice several mentions of the need to have good tread and stabilizer to use the embroidery features. What is the best thread to purchase? I have a local JoAnnes and Hancock fabric so plan to purchase some to have ready. Also, is there a special stabilizer that would work best. I plan to try to monogram some cloth dinner napkins as my first project.
Jody – The most recommended brand of embroidery thread for the Brother LB68000PRW is Sulky embroidery thread Joann’s carries this brand and you can usually buy a large kit with a variety of colors. As for stabilizer, Threadart Precut Sheets work very well.
Enjoy your new sewing and embroidery machine (and make sure to send in that rebate form)! 😉
Sincerely,
Erin