I just bought the HQ Sweet Sixteen sit-down machine in May, and LOVE it! It was affordable, took up very little space, and gives me the throat space necessary to do very large quilts easily. It sets up in a jiffy - out of the box and running in less than an hour :-). I liked the fact that it can be converted to a frame machine if I ever have more floor space to do that. It comes with the table, and you can order the side tables if you need them. I know that other HQ Sweet Sixteen owners have purchased less expensive side tables from Ikea or used folding tables. With the computerized speed control (very user friendly) and a little practice you can regulate your stitches easily. Lots of good light built in, too. I could go on and on, but you get the idea - I call her "Henrietta" :-)