I bought this machine after reading reviews in ALL the places I could find them. The main concern was the lack of instructions. YouTube is your friend here. Do your research FIRST. You have to put the machine together (3 boxes) yourself. It is not difficult if you take your time. I did this solo and was set up and sewing in about 4 hours. Machine arrived on 5/17 and 5/18, assembled on 5/19, and I've made 2 dresses, 1 short set, 2 pairs of shorts, and a chair cover. Measure twice, drill once! Great machine!