I mostly do things like jeans repair and the occasional hem or small clothing project. This is a nice, simple machine that does everything I need to do without being overly complex or temperamental. The pedal is easy to use and allows you to go really slow or really fast, depending on your project. When I first got it, putting the bobbin in place was a bit of a challenge but they have good instructional videos and one tip is to use a very different color bobbin from your main thread so you can see it easily when loading a new bobbin. The only thing I would wish for is a bit longer machine arm/sewing surface when you remove the base extension. It can be hard to get all the way up a pant leg without having to lift the machine a bit. I think this is a pretty standard challenge in all machines except the more expensive or specialized ones. I would recommend this machine and feel like it was a great value for the money- I've already paid for it by salvaging 3 pairs of jeans that I don't have to replace.