New sewing machine suggestions

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[QUOTE=cyndiofthevortex;111382]Is there a shop nearby that sells different types of machines? My shop sells Vikings, Janome and other brands and the staff are so helpful in picking out what's right for me. They also sell used machines that are as good as new, usually brought in by someone who loved the machine but wants to trade up. Personally I'd hesitate to buy something on-line without having the chance to try it out. I also love buying from a local dealer so that I have help with any problems that might come up, and I can have my machines cleaned and serviced once a year. Of course if there's no dealer near you all of my adice is worthless! So I'll end by saying I love my Viking machines and they sell two new ones under $500. I've also heard rave reviews about Janome.

Good luck on your search! We all have our favorites here on the forum and I hope you find yours.[/QUOTE

Actually what I was trying to do is research the machines online and once I find one I want then find it in a local store... Sorry I didn't really make that clear I think I've narrowed it down to the Singer Confidence Quilter 7469Q or the Brother SQ9050...Since I am a beginner I don't want to spend too much in a machine but I do want one that has some good features...If anyone has anymore suggestions though I'd love to read them!