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It is our fortieth wedding anniversary in November and my husband said that if we could afford it he would possibly buy me the new Janome machine.
The Horizon M.C. 12000. Have any of you guys got one and what do you think of it?
I would appreciate your input guys. It is a big decission due to the price. Thanks.
I saw a demo on it, really looks slick! That will be some Nice Anniversary gift! I have the Horizon 7700, and absolutely love it. You need to get the Janome 11000 owners opinions because I think the 12000 is a blend of those two machines. I think it does everything but cook dinner!
Congratulaions on the 40 year milestone! It is quite an accomplishment. And cherish that guy of yours! He's a keeper, and has very good taste in gift-giving! Generous, too!
I understand about the large financial investment. I'm considering the 11000 SE and haven't taken the plunge yet. You surely get some good input here. Keep checking back...:)
I don't know much about the 12000 but I had the 11000se and loved it. I have the Janome 7700 and as I tell everyone, you can't go wrong with a Janome. These machine are user friendly hard working machines.
Buy the best that you can afford and then LEARN everything that machine can do.... USE it to the max and for everyday stuff, too. I have a friend who wouldn't use any other machine than a Janome...she's had one for over 20 years and it's still purring like the first day she got it. And she sewed clothing for her 4 children, made rugs, quilts and repaired the farm clothes of her late hubby.
It's a large investment, but if ya get 20 years or more use from it...It's well worth the price. do the math..
I am a Singer Person... I learned on a Singer, My Gram, MOM and Aunts all had Singers and I now have 3 singers... I use the heck out of them all. My newest is still a virgin (hasn't produced or sewn anything but test's stitches) but I'm firing her up to do some fancy quilt stitches real soon. Got 3 quilt tops in the waiting area for sandwitching and quilting.
Judy's right.... Janome i love,,, but spent some time with a Brother tech, and heard some wonderful things about the Laura Ashley machine... with most of the same stuff for less.... do a little research.. reviews on line etc... YouTube... but above all,,if possible have a shop or storefront that can "happily" demo for you and be there for any questions... i prefer to learn on my own,, but would always want to see it run or do a hands on before purchase...
Thanks Guys, yes I have done loads of research on it and I am smitten but there is nothing like the word of mouth. Someone who has actually used or is using one would be great to hear from too see if there are any pitfalls.
It's a big investment to make on a whim, so need as many facts as I can get before taking the step to demo it myself.
Wishing you an early happy anniversary! And since I have a dinosaur, I am all for anyone getting a new machine. Hope you get the best machine that suits your needs.
I know nothing about Janome but would suggest you go to their site and look at reviews. Good luck with what ever you decide.
I have a Janome Memory Craft 6500 and I have not had any problems with it.....absolutely love it.....have had it since 2004 and it went into the shop once recently for a thorough dusting and cleaning...that's it!:)
I just spent an hour yesterday with a very knowledgeable Janome dealer, I learned more in one hour than I knew in 20 years of owning Janomes. If you want to talk to him, his name is Darren Hey phone number 573-445-4906, he's located in Columbia, Mo.
Thanks for the contact details but I live in the UK.
Hi, I have the new 12000 machine, yes it is expensive but its a fabulous machine, lots of ordinary embroidry stitches and also embroidery in the file on the machine.
You are in the UK, speak to David Drummond 0131 539 7766, he is one of the countries top dealers and ships machine all over the world. As long as you keep the original packing and box he will collect your machine, service it and send it back to you free of charge. You have the alternative of taking to a local Janome dealer for service, if there is one within travelling distance.
I love mine, there are so many features its almost impossible to talk about them all. The biggest asset as far as I am concerned is the embroidery unit, it slides onto the back of the machine and can be left on permanantly as mine is. You do not hav to faff around sliding the embroidery unit on the machine when you want to embroider. There are a lot of videos on UTube both about the machine and also how to use it. There is also a very helpful site on Yahoo that deals with the problems people may encounter with the machine.
I did have a problem when I first got it, but it was me that was doing something wrong, not the machine.
I have a friend who is a well known quilter and embroiderer, she has a Bernina, but is in the process of selling it to but the 12000, I think thats says a lot about the machine.
If you want anymore info you can email me and I will do what I can to help you.
I recently purchased my first Janome - 3160 - LOVE it and middle of the pricing options - the auto up/down needle and the thread cutting option are my favs! Great purchase with my tax refund! My Janome came with two free classes to learn about all the options the machine offers! We are also allowed to repeat if needed in the future! Good luck with your purchase and CONGRATS!
Are the Janome 11000 and 12000 (not sure how many zeroes, LOL) around the same price as the high end Berninas?
Don't know pricing of Janomes.
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I just took a look at this and all I can say is WOW! You are one lucky lady. I just have a very cheap Brother that does wonderful straight stiching (now that I know how to load the bobbin) for my patchwork. Happy anniversary, and have a great time with the new machine!
Anybody know about what they're charging for the 12000. Just curious!
My local dealer said about $10 grand. Bernina's big embroidery/quilting machine is more. I was quoted $10,500 for a demo machine at a store closing for the Bernina. I think I'd rather have a Janome. After seeing what that dealer in Columbia, Mo. Did with his, I am interested in it myself, and I said I'd never buy another embroidery machine. It does great quilt patterns.Quote:
Originally Posted by rebeccas-sewing
Hi Jean Sewing Machine
Over here I have been offered a deal at £3000 GBP with part exchange on my old machine and included £800 GBP worth of software free. So that sounds a good deal to me.
Not exactly sure of the exchange rate, but that sounds good to me! What are you trading in? A used car?Quote:
Originally Posted by Joan Rosemary
Hi Jean Sewing Machine
Your reply did make me laugh, they say that any sewing machine and mine is only a basic Janome 2032.
I think the exchange is something like the equivelant of $5000 of your US dollars. I am only guessing mind.
I'll have to contact your dealer! I could come to UK and buy it and a plane ticket for what it would cost here! Hope you get it and I know you will enjoy it a lot! I'm contemplating where I could come up with the bucks for such a wonderful machine--I think I have too many machines right now.Quote:
Originally Posted by Joan Rosemary