Many before you have reconsidered the Hello Kitty for the Janome Jem ... same size, more options, and a machine that ultimately will last her for a long time.
Perhaps compare the prices of the two, with the cute factor of Kitty and the features of the Jem. Besides, you would have a machine to take with you to classes etc.
You could "cute" it up with some stickers/decals ... if that is part of the concern.