I thought I wanted a long arm but after seeing how much work it is to load the quilt, the threading and tension problems, etc.....and the lack of space, I've decided I can machine quilt on my sewing machine just fine. I've been painting a kitchen for a disabled lady and she has given me her very old Singer in lieu of pay. I haven't had time to find out what year but I did have it serviced so it is ready. So now I have two unused vintage machines to get set up as soon as my new sewing table gets moved in.