Welcome to the QB from SE Michigan! You are in the right place to explore and tone up quilting skills. I love my Juki machine but I have a number of good machines here. I have many that are vintage and antique. (15 all together) I like older machines the best plus I don't have a budget for a brand new machine. There are any number of people here that should be able to give you a better idea on making this important purchase. Of course it is always your decision. I do the majority of my shopping online. Everything from groceries to all important quilting supplies. I spend the majority of my time on the internet when I am not at my sewing, here or shopping, even more so with the lockdowns. It sounds like you have all the right ideas and materials to get started and enjoy quilting. You will find the support you need here and plenty of people that will help you along the way. Again welcome to the QB!