If you just want it to FMQ and have another machine for piecing I would go with the juki 2010. They are very popular for FMQ. I think the other machines listed the harp size is not as big so it would be more of a struggle. If you want to go computerized I would go with the juki F-600 or janome skyline as they both are popular with good reviews. They are over your budget, but it is better to invest than spend 500 now wanting to upgrade to a larger harp in a year. Some dealers will do layaway or have financing if you can't afford it all at once to help make it more affordable. I suggest visiting a juki/janome dealer. Viking are nice but I hear when fixing getting parts takes forever so that is something to take into consideration with that brand
Last edited by Dolphyngyrl; 07-24-2015 at 11:01 AM.