Mel:
I have a MC4800 QC and LOVE it! It’s been such a loyal and faithful machine. I swear I mistreat it and it keeps on going. I’ve done mostly clothing with it but have dabbled in some quilting projects and it works great. The only time it didn’t work well was when it needed to go in for maintenance, only the first time since I had already owned and used for several years. I keep telling myself I’d like to have a serger, but the space it takes up and justifying it while having this machine. This machine I’ve used on knits, cottons, fleece, etc and has worked great.
My mother, who’s an avid sewer, picked this out for me as a christmas present years ago. I trust her judgement, as the dealer’s who sold it to her. I guess these models they sell a lot of. I was told that they were solid for the price. Granted I only have 3 of us in the family, but usually have some type of project going at all times. Good luck choosing and have fun with your new toy! 🙂 Thank goodness for wonderful husbands who understand our addictions.