My grand-daughter, now 6, has always been fascinated by the machine. I'm hoping she'll ask to try herself soon. Two questions: 1) has anyone bought one of those children's beginner machines that they sell at JoAnns, and what did you think of it? and 2) can someone recommend some easy patterns that would interest a child - without resorting to the cutter? (She's already sliced opened a finger playing - against orders - with one of my pins.) Thanks.