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If you have a Janome Dealer close to you it might be worth your trip to go and see if they have a trade in. They are wonderful machines and I am sure theu could help ypou out. They are very good machines.
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I've had 4 Janomes and love them all. Great machines that run forever. Basic service/cleaning is all they need. Even an entry level machine should last a very long time. I also have quite a few vintage machines and I love them as well. You can't beat an old Singer. Stay away from the new "plastic" ones!
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AT one time, Janome made Kenmore and it still may It also makes Bernina (according to the dealer who also services my Janome) and at least some Pfaffs. Google "machines made by Janome" for information. My Janome Memrory Craft 4800 is 15 years old and sews like a dream. froggyintexas
Originally Posted by Linda Renfro
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I was wondering if you wonderful folks could give me some input on Janome sewing machines. I have a friend that has a limited income.... and her sewing machine recently went belly up so, she is using a yard sale fine that hops off the table when she sews, so I thought maybe Santa could find something that is reasonable in price that he could drop off at her house this Christmas. She wants to replace her broken machine with a Janome but it doesn't have to have all the bells and whistles but she would like to have some fancy stitches, so since I'm going to help Santa I thought perhaps you folks/elves could give me some input on what you think is a good machine and still reasonable. Thanks to all of you and Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!!!
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janome 8077
Allbrands.com has a really nice one....computerized... http://www.allbrands.com/categories/...-janome-8077-c
FOR $299, FREE SHIPPING AND NO SALES TAX. Call Amy at Brubakerssewing.com Sometimes they have gently used Janomes for really good prices. Diana in tX |
I have 3 Janome machines and won't ever own anything else. If she can't find a new one she likes, maybe she can find one at a dealer, a gently used one. The first one I have is over 20 years old and still sewing great!
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Janome has machines that range in price from low to top of the line. All of their machines have a beautiful stitch. I have owned Janomes (not saying how many! lol) since the 1980's and I have loved every one of them. I've never met a Janome I didn't like.
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Originally Posted by whinnytoo
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Check out these machines and shipping is free!
http://www.tonyssewingmachine.com/se...s/janome.shtml |
I have a Janome 6019 Quilters Companion that my dh bought me for Christmas about 4 years ago. Never been serviced (shame on me), and it runs like a top. No fancy stuff - just a few deco stitches, and it quilts great. The sewing bed can convert to free arm if needed for other sewing, it's easy and uncomplicated. Think we paid about $399, so if you can find one, it'd probably be cheaper.
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http://www.overstock.com/Crafts-Sewi...SEWINGMACHINES
I have the brother 9000 with 80 stitches and I got it on overstock.com for 139. with shipping. They do come from a dealer and they were great when first one didn't work and sent me out another one right away. Of course a high end used one would be the bet choice IF you can find one reasonable, they are such better quality, so you will be shoping around I am sure. I also have a Kenmore, Kenomore embroidery made by Janome, Singer and they are all great in their own way. Bought brother for the stitches it had. |
I have a Janome 4000, which does have quite a few bells and whistles, and I love it. I've had it for at least 15-20 years and it keeps plugging away, even when I was making Bow Tucks bags and it sewed over the thick fabric quite well. I do know there other versions, but this is the one I had, traded my Singer in when it didn't give me the performance I wanted for quilting. My previous machine was a Kenmore, and truth be told, I actually burned up the motor, quite scarey, that's when I got a Singer, but not overly happy with it, as my Kenmore loved to sew over thick fabrics, the Singer not so much. Go to a dealer and have them give you a chance to try them out, most likely they may have older machines that were turned in, and just as good.
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The HD 1000 and HD 3000 have been mentioned at $299 and $349, respectively. They don't fit the bill for many decorative stitches but they're made very well and have stronger motors than most other Janomes.
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I purchased a Janome 6600P a little over a year ago. It does have all the bells and whistles. I have had some trouble with mine. I just think I got a lemon because all I hear are good things about them. I live in a remote area and I have had trouble getting good service on the problems I have had. I contacted Janome and they didn't really care that I had been given poor service. When it is working I love it, but like I said I think I just got a lemon and poor service. I don't think you would have problems with one, but I think people should know that Janome does not stand behind their product or service.
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If you can find a used Memorycraft 3000, that machine is a work horse and one of the first computerized machines that Janome made. I've had mine for over 20 years and not a lick of problems with it.
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I've been very pleased with my 3160 and use it daily. As long as service is available, it would seem to be a good investment.
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I recently saw really nice looking brother machines at WalMart. JoAnne's is also selling very budget machines. A friend of mine bought a brother from Costco. It had a strange threading mechanism but sewed like a charm and lasted years!
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I have a lightweight Janome that I take to class and it is great. Also have used DIL's Janome - an older model- when visiting. My other machines are all Vikings with lots of bells and whistles. I think Janome's are great value for the money!
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I have New Home and I love it. Just keep clean and you're good to go.? Got it new in box on that "E" auction site. Less than 200 in 04'.
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Originally Posted by skowron5
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i purchased a janome 6600p a little over a year ago. It does have all the bells and whistles. I have had some trouble with mine. I just think i got a lemon because all i hear are good things about them. I live in a remote area and i have had trouble getting good service on the problems i have had. I contacted janome and they didn't really care that i had been given poor service. When it is working i love it, but like i said i think i just got a lemon and poor service. I don't think you would have problems with one, but i think people should know that janome does not stand behind their product or service.
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My hubby bought me a Janome for my Birthday 3 years ago. Not an expensive model and I just love it. It has not given me an inch of trouble. I would never get another brand again. I love it.
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Yes indeed Janome makes Kenmore. A friend of mine bought a janome and I got a Kenmore. Mine was half the price as the janome, other than the colour and the price they are identical machines. Check the kenmore made by sears
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I have two Kenmores One made by White that I use to sew all my heavy duty things and one made by Janome. I love them both and use them both for various projects. My Janome cost about $179. It has abut 160 built in stiches and is great to carry to sewing retreats.
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I hasve two of them, one is a Gem and it really is nice, I got it for taking it to quilting and it almost works too good, sews faster than I think at times. The other was pricier but has an emb roider/sewing machine. They are really quality built into it, I really like mine/
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I got a Janome for Christmas from my mom three years ago. It doesn't have a lot of fancy goodies, but I have made over 20 LARGE quilts and many smaller ones, I cart it to our quilting group meetings and to friends homes, the only problem I have had is that sometimes it likes to sew by itself--has something to do with the foot pedal. I LOVE the machine itself, it does what I need and I am quite happy with it.
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I love mine! Check Craigslist for a deal
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Keep in mind that computerized sewing machines are only as good as their chips. That's why I love my old mechanical New Home. Nothing bad happens when I'm using it - as long as you don't count pilot error!
But my new brother - very computerized, as are most newer machines - and it will be treated delicately - well, at least for a month or two. Then, no doubt, I will be back to my old, bad habits. |
The more expensive the janome the heavier it tends to be. If your friend only wanted back and forwards look for a featherweight if you are lucky. Hope Santa finds something. Just thought have quilters got a machine they don't use or want.
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Possibly check refurbished machines at a shop you can trust
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Wish we still had a Janome dealership close by....I'd have traded my Memory Craft 6000 for a newer model. I love Janome machines!
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Did Santa bring your friend's machine? What'd she get? ;)
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Originally Posted by Dandish
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Did Santa bring your friend's machine? What'd she get? ;)
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i have a janome 8000 and 9000 and love both.. nice sewing. let us know what you got!
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I've been sewing on a New Home Memory Craft 7500 (now Janome) for 24 years. Never had a minute's trouble until recently....not sewing a consistent stitch. But, I suspect it's some compatible generic bobbins that I purchased. I have 2 Brothers also. But, my MC 7500 is sooooo much quieter than the Brothers. My next purchase will be a Janome, for sure!!
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