I have a Viking 18x8 and I use it only for my use. I do let some family and friends use it and I do some charity quilts for others. Quilting is not my favorite thing to do, but I do like to meander my own quilts but would like to practice on detailing more. If I have a very special quilt (Dear Jane) I do send it to a professional quilter as I don't feel I can do it justice and I am OK with that.