I just love reading everyone's comments.
I tried to quilt--just straight stitching with this older Bernina I have on loan--but I finally stopped. It's not taking all the layers evening and I don't dare spray baste with another's machine--so I'll just piece like crazy until I can get mine back. I'll test drive a Janome next week. ;-) The closest dealer is 75 min away; the owner and I have emailed.