I probably should have checked with you all before I purchased this machine since I know nothing about it however, it seemed like a wonderfully great deal. The woman selling it just found she is in remission and wants to truly live and since she never really used the machine for anything for anything more than sewing her hubby's parashutes since he is a sky diver, she wanted the machine to go to someone who would use it and love it. She is going to travel the country. While I am happy for her, I am hoping the $50.00 I paid for the machine is worth it. Everthing I look up online seems to indicate the positive. I just have never heard anyone on hear refer to this particular brand before. Any help is welcome. I am a newbe to quilting so that is what it's primary purpose will be.