OMG . . . never realized there were so many different machines . . I am not really looking to buy a new machine just to be able to quilt; but will rather now research if my old Singer Golden Touch and Sew can accommodate any attachments/upgrades to make it more of a 'quilting' machine . .it works like a dream but these attachments may be available for such an old machine . . I have also ordered a book by Diane Gaudynski (sp) "Guide to Machine Quilting" and will see where that takes me . . guess I just don't see how one can maneuver such a large item when there is such limited space on the sewing area between the needle and the bulk of the machine but I guess I will find out when I read the book . . Plus, I am definitely going to look on U-Tube so thanks for the suggestion . . and many thanks to all of for the wonderful responses and suggestions . . . this is the best site !!