I am another newbie, had my thermomix since last Friday and have used it multiple times everyday, I am very happy with it.  I did have a clean out  and sell most of my other things, but have since bought a new ice cream maker in blue (goes with the blue KA) and some trovelo dishes for ice cream.

I have been trawling through the forums and have picked up some great hints and tips and also recipes.

Cheers