So here's my set up at home.
It's a Juki 5550 I got used.

If you look at the bottom you can see the knee pad that lifts the presser foot. I love this thing. I had to switch out the 1/2 HP clutch motor for a servo motor.
Next to it is my mom's Kenmore Mini-Ultra that she has never used but defaulted to me.

I make tactical gear as well as my kilts and related regalia as a hobby. My next project is a modified Xkilt (full apron) and matching Nightstalker-like sporran out of denim.

Think I can handle that?