I use my regular sewing machines (mechanical and computerized) for FMQ. Whichever machine I'm sewing on, that's the one I use. I also have a Brother 1500 with a 9" throat that I use exclusively for FMQ. When I have a big quilt, I put it on a big table and use my 1500. I have pretty good luck with the results. All the smaller stuff, table runners, toppers, wall hangings, I just do on a regular sewing machine.