Originally Posted by
mgmsrk
The 7700 is a lot of machine for a new sewer, why don't you spend time learning your new machine before buying a second. If you are new you don't know the things you like and don't like in a machine and you may end up spending money on something you won't want to use.
I realize it is a lot of machine. However, I do have a long history of sewing on industrial embroidery machines.. as we had our own company for years. I am a brand new quilter though..but my husband is of the mindset that I should buy a higher end machine from the get go. We did quite a bit of research..and I have a few friends that sew with Janome. The shop I'm taking classes from just suggested possibly getting a small lightweight machine for classes...sooooo...just not sure about the needs for that.