I have the Janome 11000 Special Edition embroidery/sewing machine. It is too large and heavy for me to take to my quilting bee. I purchased a Jamone AQS2009 machine about 2 years ago. I LOVE THIS MACHINE!!! It is no longer available because it was a special edition machine made in 2009. A good friend of mine is getting back into quilting and she is looking at the Janome DC11050 which sells for $299.00. Check this machine out. It is small and compact. Has 30 stitches and feed dogs drop. It can sew through extremely thick fabric. My friend is ordering hers next week. Good luck with your choice!