I have been researching for weeks, and decided today on purchasing a Janome 204D. It is basic, and all I think I need to learn on. I have Janome 6600P sewing machine and a 350E embroidery and love both of them. They are sooo impressive. I wanted the serger to edge fabric as I prewash all my quilt fabric and am tired of it fraying; esp. flannel. Also with grands I like to make jammies and blankets to drag about. Pillows, couch covers, curtains, edges on large embroidery for patches, exploring quilts,...on and on. Besides, we can't let the men win in the who has the most machines contest! ( :