You are going to love it. I've had one for a two or three years now and I absolutely love it. I have "misused" it by quilting through 3 layers of batting and 5 or 6 layers of fabric (did have to get a new bobbin case after that bit). I quilt my own quilts, even large queens because I can roll it up tightly and stick it through the long throat space. The only thing I don't like about it is the cursive lettering. I've had to stick with the printed lettering. Take that one down side and you should be happy with the 100 upsides! Have fun! :)