so sorry to hear about the extra for classes with out there machine. I have been to 3 Quilt places for classes.
People come with all kinds of sewing or sewing ebroidery machines. They have been very good about that, one shop
even carries your machines in and out for you. They do not pushed to by material, or things. They do make you get a book or patten or made up kit for class. All brands, Adventure Quilts, Jo Jo's Quilts, are great places here. They even have some free classes and sew for a cause, dogs, children's hospital, cancer, etc. There is one quilt place I will
not mention but they are as you say, you need to buy everything here. It is well known about them, and I have heard
some stories. Just keep looking there are better places or make a group with friends., wishing you good luck.