I have 2 Bernina and I love them. I bought 2 Bernette Seville for granddaughters and they really are pieces of junk. They are not even entry level Bernina. I have heard GLOWING reviews on the 350 Bernina but I think they are still up there$$$. I did buy my 770 at a trade show and got an awesome deal on it... If you could get ahold of an old 830 or a 930 that would be the way to go!!! All that being said. A little Janome or Brother would be good also. And I am hearing more and more great stuff about that Eversewn..........