I have a bunch of vintage machines including two featherweights which run fine. I like my Brother simple Project Runway (the lower end) to take to the shop to sew on Fridays because it has needle down which I like, and a nice stitch. I do my piecing and quilting at home with the Brother PQ1500. I have a serger if I am making something to wear. I have a mechanical Brother that we got in Costco about 15 years ago that I use for zigzag. I once looked at the Dreamweaver but decided it was too much machine for me. I mainly piece and then quilt my own quilts and I am happy with what I have.