What is a worthy sewing (affordable) contraption for starters? I've been sewing by foot since i was a youth (I'm 4"9...

I've been sewing by foot since i was a youth (I'm 4"9 so i always enjoy to alter my clothing) Now that I have kids it take a little longer to seize things fixed so I guess its' time to invest on a machine.
Answers:    I do standard sewing repairs, make curtains and quilts near a Brother sewing machine that I get from Walmart. It wasn't very expensive and I enjoy had no problems beside it.

Good luck as I enjoy sewing as all right!
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