I had problems the other day with my machine. It just kept tangling up from the bobbin. I needed to do free motion and have an old Viking that doesn't do free motion. Anyway I went to Wal Mart and bought a Brother for $135.00. I love it. My Bernina doesn't sew as smooth. Anyway I need to take my machine in but love this new cheap machine better. Oh well, I will get my Bernina serviced and use that one for a spare.