Most of my quilts were made with this machine. However it seems a name I trust SINGER seems to be getting cheaper and cheaper in its productivity! Very disappointing. After about 2 months this machine was shot, bought 2 additional and same problem. LOUD KNOCKING occurred. This would be an appropriate machine for a teen starting out. It is simple to use, but has no extras! Very disappointing Singer. My grandmother and my aunt recommended Singers, but that was in the 70's. Not too certain about your products now days....