I'd been also thinking long arm, trying all out at every show and struggling with price and where to put. My Mom made it possible for me to buy--and I did! I bought a used Gammill, Classic Plus,with stitch regulartor, 14'table, and all the "bells & whistles". I've had it for about a month now and have a long way to go with being a quaility quilter, but really am having fun!