I have 1 machine, given to me by my mother in law, which is what got me started sewing.
She told me tonight we are going to be looking for a second machine for me, something that is better than what I have (second hand, she (and I) love thrift store shopping)
She said she would like to get me one that will be with a sewing machine cabinet, as the one I have is a portable, she wants me to have something more stable.
So... we will be watching the thrift stores hehe (not sure how much she is willing to spend)
she got her pfaff second hand, for $8, then spent I think about $100 getting it serviced. Not sure what pfaff it is, just know it is a pfaff, and she loves it.