Originally Posted by
evelyn5269
I am looking at getting a new machine, last before I retire and get paid for. I want something with large throat area and yet a workhorse for FMQ and also SID so ay suggestions would be great and I will start my research. No long arm info please as that is forever out of our low income budget.
Thanks
go on line & compare the Juki 98Q which is abut $900 & the Janome 6600P about $1500. I have both, great machines, Juki is straight stitch, Janome does everything. Both have needle up/down, auto threaders, auto thread cut, good sized throats, & FMQ excellent. Janome has more feet & embroidery function & soo many more options than the Juki, I've had mine 4 yrs & still learning. Love these 2 machines. Do mostly piecing & quilting on mine.