P. Pam.....I have a Phaff and I think you made a good decision. I know how you feel because I felt the same way when I bought my machine. When you put that much money in a machine you want it to be worth it and more, right. The bad reviews you read, could of been inexperienced sewers or something. With the free lessons and the dealer wants to make sure you know the machine, I don't think you have nothing to worry about. Have fun with your new machine. Also, hope your daughter gets hooked on sewing with your Kenmore, I try to get my 2 girls into it also. I told them when I pass on, I need to leave all my quilting and sewing stuff to them. :wink: