I bought a Baby Lock this past Christmas for my use while home in the USA. I am "hooked" - talk about intuitive and easy to use, to say nothing of the quality and wide range of prices and models. I bought a Sofia 2 ($600) and am pleased with it. I will probably upgrade in a few years to a more sophisticated model, but this was like meeting an old friend with whom I could quickly renew a friendship. They are made in Asia, but at the Baby Lock factory to their specs.