You were very helpful for me. I just bought a Brother Se400 yesterday, but made my decision after reading your posts and also, bought the same thread from threadart! Your information was very informative and helpful! I decided to buy an embroidery machine to do just what you are doing with the plushies. Yours are wonderful and it has inspired my son to want to learn to sew and make them as well. Okay, well, he just wants to make one to give to a girl, but whatever the reason, I am thrilled he wants to sew!