I agree with the other posts about a compound, walking foot type of machine. What you buy is important but also where you buy it is important too.
Beware of Craigslist & Ebay sales. Often they will list a sewing machine as a walking foot machine when in fact it isn't.
That's not to say you couldn't save a few bucks buying online but just be sure to check with a reputable seller of sewing machines. If they can take a look at a machine before you buy it even better.
You'll find dealers online here in this forum and while I've never purchased a sewing machine from them I have seen where others have and they've been happy with purchase.
Good luck and buyer beware.
Jim
Beware of Craigslist & Ebay sales. Often they will list a sewing machine as a walking foot machine when in fact it isn't.
That's not to say you couldn't save a few bucks buying online but just be sure to check with a reputable seller of sewing machines. If they can take a look at a machine before you buy it even better.
You'll find dealers online here in this forum and while I've never purchased a sewing machine from them I have seen where others have and they've been happy with purchase.
Good luck and buyer beware.
Jim