I do quilt on regular machine I have quilted king size on 6" throats but now have a new machine Janome 7700 and I love it, Quilting is my favorite part of the process. I have tried my sisters long-arm but seems like I am to far away from my work and did not like it. I think, a good tip is what type of quilting you want to do . I like free motion, easier than moving the large quilts around to so things like stitch in the ditch. Also bunch the quilt and wear gloves. Also, my machine has a thread cutter, great for quilting. Thats the other reason I traded machines. Good luck And have fun.