Another vote here for the Kenmore. I got mine in 1991. Eighteen years and still running smooth! It has 12 stitches, of which I've used 2 (straight and zigzag). No electronics. I mainly sew on cotton, but have also used it for heavy denim, upholstery fabric, and woven linen. Wide variety with no problem. I've machine quilted on it a couple of times, but the space between the body and needle area is not big enough for anything larger than a crib size. Fine with me since I prefer handquilting. DIdn't come with a walking foot, but not expensive to buy separately. Hope this was helpful. Good luck!