looking for a multineedle machine

Hello all -

I have had a Bernina Artista single needle home embroidery machine for 6 years and have done well sewing for friends, small online stuff, and am now looking to invest in a multineedle machine.

I am trying to decide between a Brother 6 needle or a 'real' commercial machine. I am wanting to do more online selling of craft, kids items, and bags. I also want to do some local small businesses and clubs to get more income from the investment.

Any help would be appreciated, have been reading the forums for a few weeks; thought I should join :)

Thanks!
Leah
St. Louis
sewcreativestl.etsy.com

15 needle commercial machines take up more room than the 6-12 needle small machines; so keep than in mind. We just sold our 15 needle commercial machine and will probably purchase the Happy Voyager soor. It has 12 needles, 12" x 12" sewing field and is priced very close to the smaller, lite duty machines. That is just my opinion.
Bill