I don't own it, but am very familiar with it and can say its a great machine. Some version of it has been in the Janome line for years. It has an extra-high lift, adjustable foot pressure, 1 amp motor, variable needle position and needle up/down so it covers all the must-haves for piecing and quilting. I don't recall if it has a blanket stitch for applique? Love the looks of it too w/ the nifty top-storage compartment.