Janome 001LOVELY Lovely Lilac Easy-to-Use Sewing Machine, Metal Plastic, Purple

Es una máquina hermosa, muy resistente, de un color maravilloso, me encanta

One small complaint: this was sold as like new, but arrived with one thread holder snapped off (yet helpfully taped to the top). WTH, Amazon? In spite of that, I am thrilled to the point of random hyperbole about this adorable little machine. After a multi-year break from machine sewing, I had a project done within hours of delivery. That's not a humble brag on my skills - this machine is just that simple to use. No jams (even when I fed fabric through doubled up by mistake), no issues with tension or settings to fiddle with, just load up a bobbin and go. This particular machine is part of the 311 model line, which is apparently only available in the US, parts of Latin America and, for some reason, Poland. It's made in Thailand and, aside from the slightly flimsy thread holders (easily repaired with a dab of e6000) the rest of it is nice solid metal. It's heavy enough to not skitter around the table surface at top speed, but not too heavy to lift and store in between projects. Mine came with a full set of basic accessories including a zipper foot and the feed dog covers (some reviewers seem to be missing theirs). The stich selector and length regulator both have solid, thunky dials that let you feel locked in to your choice. The zigzag width is set by the options in between B and C on the stitch selection dial. I've tested all the stitch options and the machine performed perfectly - no skips or broken threads. The light is nice and bright and changing feet is very simple. The foot pedal is a little persnickety - it goes from 0 to 60 very fast, but after about a month I'm learning how hard to press (or not press). It's also a front loader, which I grew up with so that doesn't bother me, but may present a learning curve for newcomers or people used to top drops. However, the instructions inside the bobbin housing are clearly printed and easy to follow. I had been looking at higher end machines, wanting fancy stitch options and exotic computer features, but I'm so glad I chose this one instead!

I purchased a New Home sewing machine in 1960. When it finally bit the dust, I replaced it with this Janome and it is a really great machine. And it came in my favorite color ! It was easy to adapt to using it.

The machine is beautiful and easy to use but I have one important gripe: it doesn’t have a built-in thread cutter on the side like my Janome Magnolia and my older Kenmore. It looks like there’s a slot where one can be installed but why not include it? It’s very inconvenient so that’s why I deducted a star. Otherwise, it’s a great machine. I also love that its parts are metal and not plastic.

I wouldn’t recommend. I got this for Christmas but didn’t start using it until now… it was going strong for about 2-3 weeks. I am new at sewing, but this was recommended to me by a friend who sews a lot of different things and has this same machine. She hasn’t had any issues with hers… I’ve had a ton. My thread was constantly breaking, the machine was jamming… it was taking me absolutely forever to do anything. I watched A LOT of videos on how to use it, so it couldn't all be user error. At one point, my needle broke (it was briefly used, but I’d say still fairly sharp), I replaced it and the next time I used it, it quickly jammed again and bent the second needle. On needle #3, I noticed it started to hit the metal plate… based on my research that would mean the timing is off and I need to take it in, which will surely be $100 and take 3-4 weeks… and since I paid less than $150 for this, I just don’t think it’s worth it. I’m going for a brother machine next, and hoping it’ll last a bit longer. Additionally, I had sewn a couple cotton pillow cases, a fabric basket with midweight interfacing and light cotton, a couple tote bag and a few potholders. I just don’t think it could hold up for the thicker material. It jammed a few times for the thinner projects, but the real issues didn’t start until after my pot holders.