The Janome is a lightweight sewing machine with 50 computerized stitches that are easily accessible. It sells for $189 refurbished and $249 new. see it at
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Janome-Sewin...-/161851267732
It has the blanket stitch for applique and , my favorite, is the machine stitch that is an
imitation hand quilting stitch. see it at :
https://janomelife.wordpress.com/201...ng-by-machine/