I am looking for one that is easy to use and pleasant to sew with?

Ease of use, is an important factor to consider.

After 30 years of sewing, even I want to use a sewing machine that is easy to use and understand. It makes a huge difference when looking at the sewing machine, and immediately you can understand where and how to select a stitch and thread it up. Simple, clear controls make the learning process a pleasant, and no need to keep reaching for the instruction manual. 

• Look for user-friendly features such as automatic needle threading, adjustable speed control, and easy-to-follow instructions.
• Icons on the front panel need to be clear and understandable for the function of the dials and levers.
• Feeling a nice solid click while rotating a control dial, gives us the feeling of quality, but also you know when to stop rotating as it self-clicks in to the correct position.
• A wide range of included accessories allows you to start sewing right out of the box. Having the right foot for the task at hand is invaluable, it saves time and ensures a better finished product. 
• For easy of use, users will love to be able to trim thread ends at the press of a button. 
• Horizontal spool pins offers more scope for larger size thread spools. The thread unwinds smoother, and with less friction from a horizontal position, than a vertical type spool pin.
• Screens offer a way to select stitches, you can view the stitch on screen before it is even sewn. 
• Last but not least, it has got to look good. Maybe you like bright trim accents, or a simple all gloss white finish, grey, red or black are all options we have available.
• Beginners should priorities simplicity, easy threading and stitch selection.
• Experienced sewers might prefer more advanced controls, with LCD screens or touch-screens.
• Often, a well-thought-out computerised model can be the easiest to use, and thread.