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It really depends on your budget, and interest level in sewing. Trust me when I tell you that the cheapy sewing machine on sale at Target is not worth it. Sewing machines vary greatly in quality, and you definitely get what you pay for. Below are a few links to machines that I recommend for beginners.

Kenmore, Model # 18221

Kenmore, Model # 19110

Kenmore, Model # 16231

Kenmore, Model # 19112

Singer, Heavy Duty 4411

Singer, Heavy Duty 4423

Janome, Magnolia 7318

Janome, Sewist 500

Here's a list of basic supplies that you should buy:

sewing/fabric scissors

pins & magnetic pin cushion

seam ripper

tape measure

sewing gauge

tailor's chalk

thread (Gutermann 100% Polyester)

snips

tracing wheel & tracing paper