I am new to machine embroidery and I have researched all machines on the internet. I didn't want one that was too confusing to use. This machine is just right for me. It is easy to use, the dvd that came with it explains very clearly how to work the machine and I was up and running on the machine in no time at all. I am very impressed with the stitches that it produces and have now ordered the digitizer software. I recommend this machine to anyone who may be thinking of starting out in machine embroidery