I recently was able to purchase a midarm quilting machine, it came on a 10 foot Grace frame. I did my research prior to the purchase and knew I could turn it into a 5 foot frame due to my space limitations. I too only make lap size quilts and knew a five foot frame would be big enough for what I wanted to use it for. I kept the rest (the other half) of the frame for either future resale purposes or if I ever am able to (space wise) turn it back into a 10 foot frame. I have never regretted it, I love the machine and frame (5 foot size) and am having a blast learning to use it and getting acquainted with it.