My husband surprised me with the American Quilting Association" 25th anniversary machine. It is light weight, 14-15 pounds which includes the carrying case. It has many features you would enjoy, needle up-down, speed control, etc. I, too, have a Bernina which I love except for the weight. Since it was a AQA 2009 promotional machine, several places on the internet were selling them for a good price. :thumbup: