Originally Posted by
KalamaQuilts
Or why we can't have spools as our bobbin. There was a two spool machine, wonder why it didn't catch on?
and as far as current machines, plastic can be any color in the spectrum. Why are they white?
I know what you mean. I'm happy I bought my "blueberry" Bernina back in in 2001 and am not looking to upgrade now.
As for the longer harp, I suspect the head support answer is accurate, especially when so much of the machines now consists of plastic.