Janome 2212 Sewing Machine Premier Package

Great seeing machine for a beginner. Very flexible and I love being able to lift the foot an additional 1/4 inch. Makes such a difference. Made a couple jackets for my dog and even made button holes which were super easy. I didn't even know the key existed. I purchased more feet and going to make my first quilt soon.

I received this machine on Tuesday, Nov.22, 2016. I am a new sewer, I have never sewn anything. This machine so far is very smooth easy to operate nothing overly complicated. So far I love this machine it does what I need which is mainly zig zag and straight stitch. what I love is that it isn't loud I thought maybe it would being a lower end machine, but no it is smooth, stitches beautifully. I would recommend this machine to anyone who is just starting to so or someone needing a extra machine for classes.

After having purchased 4 inexpensive ($100ish) Singers over the last few years which were throwaways (ouch!) I went with others' reviews on this model & pulled the trigger on a brand I'd never heard of. YAY. This unit is superb. I immediately re-upholstered a couch and made 2 cushions and several throw pillows, no muss no fuss! This thing is wonderful. Easy and dependable! UPDATE: To clean the lint out of the throat plate (the part under the presser foot) get one of these: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000XYOUS6/ref=oh_aui_detailpage_o05_s00?ie=UTF8&psc=1

I purchased this sewing machine approximately two months ago and have since used it on thick layers of cotton, brocade, minky, knits, and four-way stretch. So far, it's a workhorse. This is my first higher-end machine (I've always used Singers or Brothers) and was a little intimidated by simple things like the front-loading bobbin. However, once you read the manual, it's easy as pie. I haven't had a single tangle or "nest" yet and the machine runs like a charm. My only complaint is that the feed sometimes doesn't like to grab corners, but it will eventually grab on with some careful prodding. That, I can deal with. The machine doesn't have a lot of stitches, but it does have the ones you'll need most (straight, stretch, zigzag, etc...). Not a lot of bells and whistles, but an outstanding deal for the price. Unless you're regularly doing a lot of decorative stitching, this machine should suit your needs just fine.

My first sewing machine ever broke and I choose this as its replacement. My Brother was loud, jerky, and always pissed me off by ripping my thread no matter how much i adjusted the tension. With the Janome 2212 the needle glides up and down the motor hums and the fabric glides across the little table. No tension problems my thread doesnt constantly rip and break. I actually like sewing now.

My Singer crapped out on me after very little usage so I decided to switch to Janome. I've made a pros and cons list to describe my experience with this machine. Pros: - the price was right - 25 year warranty. - This thing sews through 4 layers of fleece like a champ, it's definitely well made. - It has all the stitches I'll need as well as the option of adjusting the length and tension, which is a must. - The bobbin loads in the front and it's easy to insert and remove a new one. The only time the machine jammed was completely my fault and it was easy to fix, I just had to remove to bobbin and re-thread the machine, no big deal. - easy to thread as there are numbers indicating where the thread goes, even an absolute beginner could thread this thing Cons: - the instructions are not written as well as they could be. I found a few typos and the wording is confusing at times, especially when loading the bobbin. Just remember to put the bobbin in when it looks like a "9" instead of a "p", THEN snap it in the machine. -this machine sews FAST. If you're an absolute beginner then I suggest barely touching the pedal because too much pressure will have you sewing at the speed of light. This is a good and bad thing. -You can't adjust the speed like you can with more expensive models, I know the Janome Magnolia has that option so if that's appealing to you, then I recommend that machine instead. I don't count off for this though because a speed adjuster is not advertised, therefore it's not fair to count off, especially since the machine works well otherwise. I received this on tuesday and today is friday and I've already completed a pillowcase and 3 fleece blankets. I give this machine 5/5 stars because it met all of my expectations and everything works perfectly. If my opinion changes, I'll update this review.

This is a great machine that's done everything I need, and does it well. I've owned it for a while now, I sew on it several hours a week, usually in one big sewing block. It quilts just fine, hems jeans (with the help of a jean-a-ma-jig) there are many feet available for it very inexpensively, both Janome and generic feet. If you're new to sewing and want a simple, reliable machine that won't give you a headache, I definitely recommend this machine. It is a vertical bobbin, and while the trend right now is horizontal bobbins, there are some advantages to the vertical bobbin. For instance, it's really easy to clear thread jams, and you can clear them without removing your project from the machine, you can change bobbins without moving your project, and many people prefer vertical bobbin when doing free motion quilting. Another great thing about this machine, if you take up sewing and decide you can't continue, you won't feel bad about giving this machine to someone else because a) it's a good solid machine and b) it wasn't expensive. If you decide to keep sewing and want to upgrade to something fancy later, you still don't have to feel guilty because a) you can still take it to classes easily (15 lbs so easy to transport) b) it wasn't expensive and c) it's always good to have a reliable back-up machine in case your fancy one breaks down or your friend needs to borrow it, or you want to teach kids in your neighborhood to sew, but don't want to teach them on your expensive machine. So in the end, it's a simple basic machine that works very well, and because it's simple, it will last a long time as per the 25 year warranty.

Got this for a 10-year-old niece to start her sewing lessons on. I have two full size Janomes and am VERY IMPRESSED with this little machine! I know from experience Janomes are very dependable, sturdy workhorses that keep going for years, and mine have never needed maintenance besides cleaning dust out of the bobbin case. It stitches out and sounds exactly like my big machines - very smooth and precise and all the stitches are perfect. There's definitely no reduction in quality with the reduction in size/weight. Weighs a little less than 13#, so it would be a perfect weight to carry to classes vs 20#. But it's almost the same measurements as the full size so you have almost the full size workspace - both are 15" long, the 2212 is 1" shorter overall at 11" tall vs 12", and 6" deep front to back vs 7" . The harp or throat area (opening) is the same 6.5" from the needle to the motor casing, and only 1/2" shorter at 4.5" vs 5" high. So if you are able to quilt on a standard machine, close to the same size roll of fabric/batting would go through this too. Baby quilts or throws - no problem. I have made full size quilts on my standard size Janome. Doesn't have a lot besides straight stitch and zigzag, but would be perfect for piecing and basic garment/craft construction. Stitch length is adjustable from 0 to 4 on straight stitch, zigzag, tricot/darning stitch, knit stitch, blind hem stitch, and decorative shell stitch. Width is adjustable too on zigzag, it's not pre-set like on Hello Kitty, but the other non-stretch stitches are preset width. All the stretch stitches are pre-set length and width and can't be adjusted - straight stretch, rickrack, smocking, decorative, and blanket stitch. It does have drop feed-dog for free motion stitching. For bobbin winding you pull out the handwheel, very easy to do. The bobbin case is in front instead of top-loading if that is an issue with you, it doesn't appear to have the thread tangling problems that frontloading Singers do. It does not have an automatic needle threader, needle up/down button, or adjustable presser foot pressure. If these options are important you need to upgrade to a more expensive model. For a basic sew & go or beginner machine at a great price, I don't think the 2212 can be beat. FEET: It requires a phillips screwdriver to remove the snap-on shank, which is not included. If you buy extra feet for it, make sure you get feet made for the 5mm front-load bobbin style, as the needle is in a different spot and can't accept generic or other Janome feet made for 7mm top-loading, unless there is a wide opening for the needle. The right toe of a 7mm will barely touch the feed dog as it's too wide. Generic straight-stitch feet won't work, the needle will hit metal. You canNOT use a standard Janome or generic spring-load darning/FMQ foot because the needle shaft of this machine is shorter than normal, and it cannot raise the hopping foot high enough to move the fabric. Look for Janome brand darning foot for front-load machines. UPDATE 2-14-12: Just finished a 50x60 rag quilt made from two layers quilting cotton with flannel for the batting. The 2212 didn't balk or complain at sewing 6 layers together. Of course it's louder when sewing through thick layers but all other machines are too. I was able to join the blocks without a walking foot, but joining long strips of blocks required a walking foot because it would eventually start pushing the top layer forward. Since I clip the seam allowances at the ends of the blocks before joining strips, I don't have to sew 12 layers like some people make rag quilts, I doubt the 2212 could do 12. If you need a walking foot, be sure to get the Janome front-loading 5mm foot, the generic and other brands of 7mm will work but the needle ends up on the left and it's hard to tell where your seam is going to end up. The only 'con' is it being front-loading bobbin as a beginner machine for a young girl, as my niece did have thread jams until she got used to turning the wheel to get the needle in the right spot. Once she got used to it, no more jams. The wheel must be hand turned to get the needle positioned correctly before starting a new seam, or will jam every time you start stitching, as will all other brands of front-loaders. It's just the 'nature of the beast' and I'm not lowering my 5 star rating for it. As I've sewn many years, it didn't take long for me to automatically turn the handwheel and get the needle in position for the next seam before ever lifting the presser foot to remove the fabric and pull out the thread tails. No more jams. Just be aware, a beginner will have a harder time than with a top-loader. The Janome quality is there and I expect it to last for years trouble-free :o))

Gave as a gift and it was enthusiastically welcomed. I have not heard anything except positives from my wife