WOW, your longarmer is just wanting to do edge to edge patterns. That is where their easy faster money is. But it is very easy to do beautiful work around the embroadry and makes it pop. Look for another longarmer. There are many of us around that take the time to make them very special (and not charge an arm and leg!)
I also agree with the comments about the Innova. I have the 26" with a 14' frame. Love it!!!