My name is Janice and I live in the Benson, NC area. I have recently cut my work week back to 4 days so that I can have some hobby time. One of my first priorities is to start quilting. I did some quilting (entirely by hand) years ago but quilting has come a long ways since then. I have been sewing for years just not spent a lot of time sewing for the last few.

I first need to replace my old sewing machine with one that will take care of my quilting & sewing needs. I have been doing a little research on the Janome machines and like what I have learned about the Quilting Companion series machines. Would any of you have suggestions on the machines that work best for you?

Thanks for your help,
Janice

I have 2 Elnas, one is a Quilters Dream. Love both of them. Test drive a lot of them before making a decision. Good luck and welcome from NE CA

Hi and welcome from Mass.

Thanks! I am looking forward to being a part of the Quilting Board and learning lots of quilting tips. :)

Hi Janice, welcome from Kansas

Welcome from Texas.

I have a Bernina and a Janome embroidery machine. I am very glad I have both so I can sew while the embroidery machine is running.

Welcome from Indiana!

I have 2 Bernina sewing machines. I usually have one doing embroidery while I'm sewing on the other!

But you need to "test drive" anything before you purchase it. No matter who recommends what brand, it's really a matter of personal preference along with economic considerations. Buy the best you can afford and you won't regret it later!!!!!

Hi Janice and welcome to the board from GA. I have a Bernina too and cannot tell you anything about a Janome.

Hi Janice, welcome from Southern California. I personally have a Bernina and a 23 yr old Pfaff. The Bernina is fairly new but my Pfaff was a workhorse that never ever broke down on me! I have heard a lot of good about Janome's but have only used one at a quilt show.