I bought a Husq Lily back in 2000 and thought it was a Dream...until I discovered the combo SE Husq Emb/Sewing w/auto pivot. Not having to lift that foot w/each turn is a DREAM and I love my machine. I also have a Singer 160 Featherweight reproduction and that baby is a work horse and will go over any thickness. Besides my collection of Vintage Singers which I love because they only do a straight stitch but I have to say the perfect Straight stitch...