If your looking for new, Janome has several smaller light weight machines that are reasonable. Janome Jems. Pretty nice machines, several diffrent machines to choose from. I have one, love it. If you plan on attending any classes, might want to choose something light weight that travels well. My first Janome I bought was the Memory craft 9500, nice machine, love it. kinda pricey, since it embroderys too. Way to heavy to haul around, started taking classes and that is when I bought my smaller one. Much easier to tote up and down stairs and in and out of classes. Food for thought anyway!