I would like to make a quilt top for my family (rather than charity) and then learn to machine quilt it.

I would also like to get a plan together on what machine(s) to buy. Right now I only have an old White and even older Singer. Both are fine for basic sewing, but I'd like some of the added features (like needle down, etc).

I just can't seem to figure out what machine to get. A really expensive one that does embroidery ? Or two separate machines? I would love to eventually have one of those long arms with frame, but then which one should I get, and does that affect which sewing machine I should get? I'm really lost. Hopefully I can figure something out this year.