Oakie, you are not stupid. You are trying to learn..,
I have just a plain Bailey 13 but I did buy the GMQ Pro frame to use it on. I have no intention of upgrading my machine or adding stitch regulators, etc. My quilts all go to charities and no one cares about how long the stitches are.
I got it for my own use and have fun using it. Write to me if you like, I will try to help answer about the things I know. But as far as all the attachments, I don't want to know. I like things simple and I have wondered if all the "upgrades" have taken away from the simplicity of this machine, and perhaps caused some problems. After all, deep inside, the Bailey is really an old fashioned Singer at heart. Nothing fancy - nothing expensive.
Ask those who own other brands to share with you. There are some Tin Lizzies around. You are smart to do your research. Eight months was long enough for me and I have never regretted my choice.
June