My daughter named her cars and inspired me at one time to name my machines. The machines I use the most are named. The LA Gammill is Gertrude. Then I got stuck. Maybe the Brother 1500S should be Plain Jane or maybe Martha (Biblical character who was the worker).
Then there's a Bernina with all the Bells,Whistles and Frills. That needs a high maintainance name or maybe the name of a military ship. The traveling machine is a Necchi. It was supposed to be my traveling machine but turns out to be too big and heavy. (Here's one for a non-flashy, very likeable and keeps doing her job; maybe Mary). I do really like it cause it's easy to work and no embroidery capabilities.
So when I can drive (2 more weeks), I'm thinking to check out the Nicchi for a minimal machine that weighs less than 15 lbs and does a straight stitch...for traveling/classes/sew groups.