I am in love with my Singer mending machine! I have been sewing for years and this machine lives up to my high standards. I have made 2 dresses since receiving this and they have been 2 of the best dresses I have ever sewn. I love how lightweight and portable this machine is. My daughter in law has taken up sewing and I can just take this sewing machine with me since she does not have her own yet. This machine creates excellent stitching and the dresses I have made are very durable and will last a long time! Would recommend this dress to anyone!