thread: Which sewing machine do I choose?Please help!!!

  1. #1
    Registered User

    May 2010
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    Which sewing machine do I choose?Please help!!!

    I am a beginner at sewing and I am debating between 3 sewing machines. I dont want to spend too much, at the same time - I want to buy something that i will not replace for a long time. I want to make some baby clothes, bags and maybe quilting.

    Can you please help me choose?

    Janome DC2101 $499 ( Computerised)


    30 Built In Stitches
    Computerized Stitch Selection
    Memorized Needle Up / Down
    Start / Stop Button
    6 One Step Sensor Type Buttonholes
    Built in carrying handle
    Variable speed foot control
    Built In Needle Threader
    Free arm
    Double lift presser foot for thicker fabrics
    Variable tension settings
    Reverse sewing
    Snap-on presser feet
    Stitch length and stitch width adjustment
    General Zig Zag/Straight Stitch Foot A
    Zipper Foot E
    Applique Foot F
    Button Hole Foot
    Double Needle Spool Pin
    Foot Control

    If I pay an extra $100 i will get an extension table, 1/4 inch foot and a walking foot.

    Janome DC 4030 $ 599 (Computerised)

    30 Stitches by direct selection
    Rotary top loading bobbin
    Preset and variable stitch length
    Preset and variable stitch width
    Electronic speed limiter
    Needle up/down control
    1 step auto sizing buttonhole
    6 Buttonhole styles
    7 piece feed dog
    Built in needle threader
    Drop feed facility
    Stitch elongation - up to 5 times longer
    Stretch stitches
    Satin stitches
    Hard cover
    Free arm storage compartment
    Zig Zag Foot A
    Automatic Buttonhole Foot R
    Zipper Foot E
    Satin Stitch Foot F
    Blind Hem Foot G
    Overcast Foot M
    Overedge Foot C
    quilting Bar
    Seam Ripper
    Lint Brush
    Bobbins
    Screwdriver
    Spool Holder (L, S)
    Set of Needles

    or Janome MS5027 ( Mechanical) $399


    1 step buttonhole
    4 adjustable foot pressures
    7 piece feed dog
    27 stitches incl. 14 stretch stitches
    accessory storage compartment
    3 straight stitch needle positions
    auto recommended width & length guide
    built-in needle threader
    buttonhole balance adjuster
    convertible free arm
    decorative stitches
    drop feed
    extra high pressor foot lift
    handy measure on extension table
    hard carry case
    horizontal spool holder
    jam proof bobbin system
    length control 0-4 mm
    needle plate guide lines
    one hand thread cutter
    snap on feet
    top loading bobbin
    twin needle capability
    width control 0 - 6.5mm
    Zipper Foot
    Overcast Foot
    Satin Stitch Foot
    Blind Hem Foot
    Buttonhole Foot
    Straight Stitch Foot
    1/4" Seam Foot
    Walking Foot

  2. #2
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    Nov 2008
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    Is the Janome MS5027 the breast cancer one? If so, I have one of these, and they are an excellent machine. Easy to use.