I also wanted a long arm but it didn't matter how many times I measured my rooms they just weren't big enough. After seeing the beautiful creations a friend did on her domestic machine I decided I really should be satisfied with what I have. If she can create that beauty then so can I. AND do I really want to have to learn another machine and another process. Since coming to that decision I have felt very much at peace with myself so I know I made the right decision.