I bought the Hello Kitty Janome machine for my DGD when she was 9. It has Janome Jem quality. Perfect first sewing machine. It is not a toy. It's sells $200 but on sale at Amazon now for $89. Great buy! The better Hello Kitty machine Janome 15822 on sale for $199, regular price $299. Girls and teens love these machines and it makes sewing fun and just for them. Many guild members have these machines for themselves to bring to classes. Sew fun!