Opinions needed on sewing machines
I'm looking to possibly upgrade. I currently have a Janome "Heart" machine (like a Gem?). I am finding that the area from the right side of the needle to the right "arm" of the machine is too small (a bit shy of 5"). [Does this make any sense?]
I am currently looking at: Brother PQ1500SL or Juki TL2000Qi. Both have areas from needle to the right side of machine of 9" and come with an extension table. Both are in the $600-700 range (which is my absolute maximum to spend). I have not seen these machines in person yet, only on the computer.
Does anyone own these machines? What can you tell me about them? Are there other machines that I may want to consider?
Thanks in advance!