I love my Bernina. It is 15 yrs old, fell off a table at my LQS during a class and no damage done. It is a great machine but it is almost to heavy to take to class.

Congrats and happy stitching.

Wow, what a tough choice! So glad you are happy with your choice, and should be with all of the classes offered, and the obvious quality of the machine as evidenced by the Oh! so happy Bernina owners! Love your husband's motto: Go big or go home. I'm going to take it on and make it mine. I didn't do that with my last sewing machine purchase, and was unhappy, but now I have the chance to rectify that, and I will! Have fun with your new machine, and make sure you make use of every feature! I'm so happy for you!

Merry Christmas to you for sure.