I started quilting using the original Grace frame. I also purchased the "pattern perfect" boards with it and loved it. I would still be using that set-up, but my husband purchased an Innova for me several years ago. I still have the frame and the "pattern perfect" boards if anyone is interested in purchasing them. If not, I will keep them. I quilted many, many quilts with that set-up and loved it. There is a yahoo group out there for grace frames.....you might want to check that out and see their comments, etc. Good luck with whatever you decide.