Originally Posted by Gayle
I have been looking at the new top of the line Bernina but it is so expensive. Would you trade in a Bernina 440 with embroid. module for a different brand of machine that would have the same features as the top Bernina and more economical?? If you have done that, what machine did you change to and are you happier with that one? Thank you for your comments!
Well, I have Vikings, the Diamond on down. I haven't traded any in. I like having multiple machines so I can do several things at one time. I use the old Designer I for my basic sewing and the Diamond for strictly embroidery. The Topaz has the same 10" throat as the Diamond so I use that for my quilting projects. Check your dealer for floor models or trade-ins, you can get some great deals that way, and dealers always have the trade-ins serviced to perfection (at least Viking does).