Janome AcuFil?
I am researching machines, trying to decide which way to go when I upgrade from my little Bernette 25. It will be a while before I can purchase one, but I want to make sure I choose wisely. I think it will come down to choosing between Janome and Bernina because these are the machines carried by local shops. There is also a Pfaff dealer, but I don't really like their shop and therefore won't be able to ask machine advice when I am fabric shopping.
What are your opinions on the Janome AcuFil system? I still have a long way to go before my FMQ is decent, and I don't really want to spend a ton of money paying long arm folks or renting time. The idea of quilting in a hoop is appealing, especially since some of the designs would probably take me a very long time to master and I want my quilts to turn out nicely while I am still learning FMQ.