Janome TB30 Threadbanger Computerized Sewing Machine with 30 Built-In Stitches

I went looking to buy the TB30. I actually liked the graphics and all the pretty lights. Hey, might as well have a "light show" while sewing kites! I ended-up buying the new re-packaged TB30: the DC4030. Oh, I lost some of the pretty lights along with the graphics, as the 4030 is just the TB30 in a "plain, brown wrapper." But, not one ounce of functionality or quality! It's all there and it's just GREAT! It even came with a hard case, something I wanted and was glad I didn't have to buy separately. I've sewn a good 12 different kinds of fabrics on it to date. Thanks to the adjustable pressure feet, whatever I've tossed at it, it's delivered top quality stitching right back at me. No errors, no goofs, no bound-up bobbins or stitches. Just great sewing. I call it, "Janome style" when it comes to the machine's stitch quality. The SFS may be a marketing whatever, but, I'm brutally honest when I state, SFS is reality! I've sewn on other Janome machines without SFS. There is just no comparison between a Janome SFS and a Janome non-SFS. Get the SFS, you won't be sorry. Bottom line: no complaints from me. Oh, here are the machines I compared before I purchased: Brother PC210 and PC420 and the SE400 (all looked good on paper with lots of great comments, but...sorry, Brother, your quality is still in question) and the Janome 1050 and 2150 (both of these machines are close in what they offer. However, less plastic in my machine, the better I like it and these had too much plastic...in the operating mechanism. That's not to say it's wrong to do that, Brother, Singer, and Janome have been doing it a long time. But, I'll pass). I also looked real closely at the Janome Memory Craft. But, some things can't be...on my budget! Endgame: My 4030 is poised, ready to create kites, curtains, etc. right next to my Janome Serger.

Janome DC2011 Computerized Sewing Machine with 50 Built-In Stitches w/ Hard Case + Walking Foot + 1/4" Foot and More!

The Janome DC2011 combines the power and precision of a superior stitch mechanism with the sophistication of a computerized sewing machine! 50 very unique stitches include Lock-O-Matic, Heirloom, decorative, darning, overcasting and three 1-step automatic buttonholes and more! To get great results when sewing you need a feed system that gives precise feeding! Janome's 7 Feed Teeth Box Feeding System assures Superior Feeding! From the lightest weight fabric to heavy fabric! The Janome DC2011 has a bright LED Screen for easy stitch and function selection. Automatic Needle Threader - Bad eyes are no problem with this feature! It's simple, just pull down the needle threader, put your thread in the hook and in front of the needle, pull back and your needle is threaded! Needle Up/Down Button - Set the Janome DC2011 for needle down to pivot on your work or use needle up if you prefer. End your stitch pattern exactly at the end, not in the middle of the stitch, just touch the pattern stop button! The bobbin loads from the top so it is easy to insert the bobbin. The bobbin cover is see through to let you see if your running out of thread! In addition, if you sew of the edge of the fabric it is jam proof. Free motion quilting to old fashion darning is easy with the drop-feed system. Do pants legs and shirt sleeves with this feature! Just take of the free-arm off by sliding it to the left and your ready to work. Great projects begin with great tension! Worry free tension makes your projects look and be professional. The Reverse Stitch Button is easy to use and centrally located, no levers to pull up and no flaps to depress, just touch a button! The Janome DC2011 comes with a Many Accessories Including a Hard Case, Walking Foot, 1/4" Seam Foot, Zipper Foot, Satin Stitch Foot, Overedge Foot, Blind Hem Foot, Automatic Buttonhole Foot, Screwdriver, Bobbins, Set of Needles, Seam Ripper, Additional Spool Pin, Spool Holder (Large and Small), Lint Brush and Felt!!!

Singer 7470 Confidence Electronic Sewing Machine 225 Stitch functions, Drop & Sew Bobbin System, Automatic Needle Threader & More.

Smart buy, kid. Singer 301 and 201 machines also are built to higher standards of durability and precision engineering than almost anything else available today. The 301 with its aluminum body would be the obvious choice for a full-size portable. My gal's cast-iron gear-drive 201, which has for more than half a century been a favorite machine model among quilters and professional tailors, runs smooth as silk and never leaves its beautiful solid walnut cabinet.

Singer Curvy 8780 Computerized Sewing Machine

I sort of bought this machine on impulse. I have a 50 year old Singer, and a very simple and inexpensive Singer that I received new as a gift in 2004. I have become a more serious sewer but in the whole scheme of things, I'm still doing a lot of learning. I almost immediately regretted this purchase after reading reviews online. A lot of folks really dislike this machine. Being a relatively younger sewer, I think this modern design is actually extremely easy to use, but for someone who is used to doing things in the spirit of an older machine, this can be frustrating. At first I was overwhelmed and annoyed but now that I have watched some videos and learned about all of it's features, I am completely in love with this machine. You really have to adjust to the style of this machine. Singer really has made it more simple. Don't over think this machine. I MUST note that for whatever reason, the presser foot lever doesn't naturally have an up or down position... there is actually an in between. This machine will jam automatically if the lever is not in the down position. I actually had to read some complaints to figure this out. Now that I have that figured out, the machine sews like a dream. It is actually somewhat melodic when it sews. I received the extra presser foot package from HSN. Check out youtube to see the HSN demonstration to see what you can do with this machine and all of it's beautiful snap in presser feet. I'm still squirming with the excitement of the possibilities!