Originally Posted by Treasureit

No it doesn't need to be new and I like that idea. It reminded me I have an old Elna machine that needs some work on it...maybe I should see what that would cost to fix and give her that. It was a great workhorse for me. I don't recall the model but it used Air to sew. Does anyone know anything about how that would be for her?

It seems she is going to need lessons on what ever she gets...that could be a problem on an old machine if it doesn't come with the original books.