Janome 8200
#1
Janome 8200
Does anyone have this machine and can give me a review? I have a chance to buy this display model at my closest dealer (110 miles away) for half the MSRP. Basically wondering if there are way too many things that would never get used since my wish list is only 1/4 of what this machine offers.
Thanks!
Karen
Thanks!
Karen
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Join Date: Dec 2008
Location: Western Wisconsin
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Wow! Sounds like a great deal! I don't have experience with this machine, but did find this thread:
http://sewing.patternreview.com/Sewi...ns/topic/74612
http://sewing.patternreview.com/Sewi...ns/topic/74612
#3
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Join Date: Jun 2011
Location: Southern California
Posts: 19,127
I bought a Bernina in the 90s and all I wanted was a buttonhole stitch. Hardly ever use any of the decorative stitching. If it fits all the needs that you have on your list and you can afford, go for it.
Last edited by ManiacQuilter2; 09-02-2015 at 03:55 AM.
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I have the machine and love it. Has plenty of stitches. It's a great machine for free motion. I did learn however that I must use the single hole throat plate or I get loops. It's really fast but I never sew at full speed as my brain can't think that fast. It sews a perfectly straight stitch for piecing. Another tip: be sure to measure your 1/4 seam setting. Using the setting on the machine didn't yield a perfect width. On my machine I had to move the needle over to the 9 setting to get a scant 1/4 seam. I have zero complaints and use it as my go to machine for free motion. I also suggest you use a topstitch needle because I was shredding thread and I use polyester thread for free motion. You will be happy.
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