Hi all, I have sold my house, and promised to buy myself a sewing machine as a reward to myself for all my hard work necessary to get it sold. Now, my dilemma, I want to spend up to 1500 american dollars. I have just learned how to quilt, and am enjoying it. I presently own a Janome 4618 LE, and am quite happy with it. Everyone in my class had Berninas and I was not so sure of what the fuss was until I took an Activa White Pearl- 230- for a "test drive" at a nearby sewing machine store. I was very impressed. I loved the constant sewing speed feature, along with the blanket stitch that looks great. Now, I haven't looked yet at my local sewing machine store where they sell Janome's. I have no interest in embroidery. I have heard stories of Bernina's not being reliable and having many trips to be fixed.
With all these comments, could people give me some advice?
Thanks so much Priscilla