Hmm. Not that I'm turning down the free machine but I also would prefer to do it once and do it right. Adam recommends the Sailrite and so do you Mike so I'm guessing that it's quite the machine. I would like the items to last so that's a consideration as well.

I've been meaning to pick up a machine for ages and the price on the Sailrite LS-1 isn't too bad. There's a store here that sells old metal machines like Singers and whatnot that I may drop by and check out too. I'll consult with some local seamstress friends as well as far as sources locally.

Ah, researching and decisions.

Thanks again.