I'm very interested in this thread!! My 30 year old Singer Touch-Tronic 2001 is struggling so I'm starting to look at machines. Everyone says the Berninas are better for FMQ. But I don't really want to spend a fortune! After all this is a hobby. I also have a Janome (one that Hancock Fabrics sold for a short time- featured as a lightweight machine to take to classes) its ok for straight stitching.
I'm looking forward to hearing what you purchase!!