Ghoney

Thanks Battle Axe - love your call sign!

I agree with the age comment. I am 57 and I want it to be easy and fun, not in the mood to fight with any machine.

Ghoney

Thanks lyric girl.
Mine will not be a business purchase, but I do not want buyers remorse, which has been a thought in the back of my mind, the concern of not wanting it that is.
I haven't done a lot of quilting on my domestic, because I do not find it enjoyable. From the trials that I have done, i believe I want a long arm where I stand.
This week I am planning on visiting my local Bernina shop.

Ghoney

Good points dunster. Thanks

Ghoney

Thanks Dolphyngyrl. No regrets is my plan.

Ghoney

Hi Christine,
I have been to 2 APQS roadshows to try out their machines. Also going to do some local tests.

Ghoney

Thanks granky, the no regret is great to hear!

sewbizgirl

Great advice from Rob...

Ghoney

Thanks pewa88.
I am 57+, so yes the longevity of what I want to do is on my mind. I am in good health, so that is not a concern, just age I guess. Not that I consider myself "OLD". But I think you know what I mean, lol.

Ghoney

Oh my goodness!!!!! Just love this group!! You are all so giving of your knowledge, feelings and experiences. I couldn't have asked for any better feed back.

Customer service has always been a big deal with me, maybe because I spent a portion of my life providing that, lol.

I agree with you all that I don't want to go small and then go big soon after, I think my plan will be to go as big as I can from the start.

Adding the computer is now on my consideration list. I just want to enjoy the experience and share the joy.

All of the tips have just been over the top!!! I am still going to my local Babylock and Bernina shops to see what they have, but from what you have all shared with me, I believe it will either be an APQS or an Innova.

I will check back for any other input from you all and will let you know about my visits.

This is something I have wanted for several years, but has been put on the back burner. I lost my dad and a sister in 2011, lost my mom in 2013 and then one of our daughters was diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer in August 2013. She was a true warrior full of love for those around her and helped anyone who found themselves in the sisterhood of breast cancer, she went to heaven October 2017. So now I am just trying to find joy in my love of sewing again.

Thank you all so much again.

SusieQOH

Is there a way you can rent one to see if you like it?
I agree with Sewbizgirl- if you buy it and love using it who cares if you can't justify the cost?
I don't have one and don't really have the desire but if I did I'd figure out a way to get one
I bought a Juki TL2010Q and my FMQ is getting lots better. With anything larger than I can handle I send it out.
Good luck, whatever you decide!

Edit- Oh my, you've had so much loss. I'm so sorry. I hope you get whatever you want.