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  1. I would recommend the following for starting out: Flat flower head pins (lots of them) A stitch in the ditch ruler (Dainty Ditcher by Sherry Rogers-Harrison is a good one) and some sort of expanded base for ruler work (I have the Ruler Mate from Donita Reeve and love it) Canned air to help remove lint Scissors or thread nips Extra bobbins (I bought the metal ones from APQS and wind my own) Extra bobbin case(s) Dual spool holder Clamp on light for side lighting Basic thread colors (I love Superior's Sew Fine) Needles (I use only one size, 4.0MR) A little tool kit with screwdrivers, allen wrenches, oil, rubbing alcohol, WD-40, rags, etc. to keep your machine clean and running smoothly. Some interesting but easy pantographs Books and DVDs The new wheels and soft mount axles- they are awesome!!! (Your machine may have come with these. I just put mine on, and I can't believe the difference.) The Micro-Drive is nice for delicate/intricate and outlining work, and also when using rulers and templates. I learned from a post by Darlene Epp that it is much easier to use the Micro-Drive while seated. The Hartley Fence is a nice accessory, and now there is a workbook available for it. (Thank you Myrna Ficken!) I have used mine for making circles on quilts and am looking forward to learning more applications. Make sure you like ruler work before investing in a pile of them. It is tempting to buy them all, but they take patience and practice to use. I admit I have a few that I haven't tried yet! Add to your collection gradually. Hope this helps. I have been longarming for just over a year and am learning something new with every quilt. I plan on attending MQX this spring and taking two classes each day, including an APQS maintenance class from Mark. Happy Quilting! Cathy in NC
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