Check to see if your dealer will give you private classes - that's what I did. I bought the Bernina 440 - with the BSR and the embroidery package. I love that machine but I also know I don't use it to its full potential - yet. I'd suggest you take it out of the closet and use it for piecing so you get used to it. You might be able to find some tutorials on the Bernina website that will help. Another thought - if you belong to a guild maybe one of the members is a Bernina user who would be willing to help you get started.