Kenmore is just a Sears name. They don't manufacture their own products. Companies like Whirlpool, LG, Janome and Maytag make the Kenmore products. Therefore, this machine is made by Janome and thanks to this post I purchased the Kenmore today for $233 instead of the Janome. I was contemplating on buying the Janome DC2010 for $400. Can't wait to get my machine next week.1