I've been hand quilting for about 35 years. I love hand embroidery also. My husband seemed to think I need a new sewing machine...so I now have a Bernina 440 QEE. Seems a waste not to use it for what it was intended, so I'm learning. I don't think he realized how much more time I'll spend in the sewing room instead of in the same room with him while doing my handwork
