I have the Janome Artistic SD 18 which I've been told (from Janome), it is the same as a Tin Lizzie. I've owned for almost 6 years. I am very happy with this machine. In the beginning, I had tension issues. But I was referred to a Jamie Wallen Tension on YouTube and got right with great tension. I keep it clean, oil it regularly and change the needle after every quilt. Another great asset was using Glide Thread. It really seemed to make a difference and virtually no lint. The other recommendation I would make is to get a separate bobbin winder. I wore down the "friction ring" and although I was able to replace the ring, I noticed the shavings from the ring drop down in the base of the machine, going past the electric eye of the on/off switch, up/down needle panel. I just didn't want any issues with that part of the machine not working! I hope you enjoy your machine as much as I have enjoyed mine.