Pfaff has lots of machines in different price rages that should fit the bill. I have a Creative Sensation Pro and love it. I started with a basic Pfaff 6085. My daughter still has that machine. Then I upgraded to a Paff 7550 and then on to a 2144 and now the CSPro. I love my Pfaff. I have heard the 4.5 is a really good machine. Talk to a dealer about it and also go on line to
www.pfaffusa.com and take a look at the machines. There are some amazing features out there.