I agree with Kas; get a second opinion on your Bernina. Mine, a wonderful old mechanical 1010, took a tumble off the bed (long story)! I took it in for repair and was told it would have to go to Bernina USA for repair (very pricey). While shopping around for a new machine at my LQS, I was offered a free second opinion and (happy dance) it was repaired for about $100! Meanwhile I had bought a Bernina Activa 240 which I also love. Never give up on these wonderful machines!