I have a Brother Innovis 2000 - Laura Ashley edition for the past year. I am very happy with this choice. Here is a link to the website. It has so many features for the price. I know it isn't a Bernina, but I think of it as a souped up Kia vs a stripped down Cadillac.
http://www.brother-usa.com/Homesewin...X2000Microsite