The Janome J3-18 is a portable lightweight sewing machine with a front loading bobbin case and easily converts to free arm by removing the detachable storage box. It is quite and easy to use.
I'm new to sewing and reviews said this was a good machine. It doesn't disappoint! I did my first practice run yesterday and worked out all the set up quickly, was able to change settings, tension etc no problem. Even has a needle threader! Machine was used but apart from the box had been opened you wouldn't know..