I'm taking mine along on a trip as we speak...we don't live in ours, but we do take frequent long trips. I try to prepare as much as possible and take the small Janome with me, along with my small cutting mat, small iron, and a homemade pressing surface (mdf board, batting & canvas). I'm in the middle of a quilt and have everything labeled for ease of construction. Can't wait to try my hand sewing outside on a beautiful day : )