I bought a Babylock Ellegante sewing/embroidery machine 11 years ago using money from my husband's life insurance policy to pay for it. I was only 54 when my husband passed away and needed something to help fill the void and help me through the grieving process. I have used most of the "bells and whistles" and still love it. The only thing I regret is that I wish I had bought a stand alone embroidery machine AND a computerized sewing machine instead of an all-in-one. That way I could piece quilts on one machine while embroider on the other at the same time. Two years ago I bought a Babylock Sofia sewing/embroidery machine. Smaller and not as many bells and whistles, but more portable. Great for taking to classes, camping, and to take to Florida to our winter home.
Last edited by janjanq; 05-15-2018 at 05:38 AM.