I too just got a new Janome but it is the DC2012; (lime green my fav color) LOL I'd suggest you call your dealer and check with them, before trying something different on your new 'baby'. They should be able to help you with the 1/4 foot as well, but I LOVE LOVE LOVE the guide on the 1/4 foot, It has been a HUGE help to me. WHat about just using the regular foot and marking your 1/4 houw ever you did on the Brother, or mark the 1/4 with tape or by drawing a black line on it with a sharpie, jsut a few suggestions.
Have fun with your new machine,
