I have a bottom of the line brother sewing/embroidery machine. While I do love it and it is very easy to use.. as others stated, I have out grown the 4x4 hoop.. Get a miniumum 5x7 .... also, I got rid of my other sewing machines , since this one is a combo, but I wish I had a disgnated sewing machine.. would be easier than having to change the settings ( altho this is VERY easy to do... just frustrating to have to go back and forth), for just one or two seams...