This is my first serger, and I'm hoping to have it for a long time. It's easy to thread, it works well, and it's fun. I was really a little scared of sergers, and now I wonder how I sewed without it. It's a great compliment to my sewing room. Knits and fussy fabrics are easier to work with now, and finishing seams is a breeze. I'm in my garments much quicker and they're more professional looking. The ability to do decorative threads and ribbon is also fun for home décor and crafting projects in addition to garments. I recommend a class to get you up and sewing faster. There are some great ones online.