I have not read thru all of the posts here, so maybe I am repeating. I would suggest hand quilting, or QAYG. I too have a regular domestic machine, so find it difficult to quilt a whole quilt, but hand quilting can be very relaxing. QAYG can be done on small throat machines. Some types do require hand finishing (my personal preference) and some can be done completely by machine. Of course, if you WANT a larger throat machine, go for it.