There are different models of Hello Kitty machines. The lowest price one is a toy and is 1/2 size. I bought my grand the 3/4 11706 (about $125) model when she first wanted a machine. It still works fine. Her mom uses it for mending and hemming. The 18750 (about $250) model is a basic Janome Jem with the Hello Kitty logo. I think there is another model, about $450, that is a full feature Janome Jem.