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
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