slbram17

I agree, some people don't have access to a variety of sewing machine dealers. At least, they will have a local store to go back to if there are problems, at least I assume Joann's will be there for support (somewhat). There are no local Janome dealers here so can appreciate it being available at Joann's.

Deb watkins

If the price is the same, I would support the Janome dealer, as you will get service there. That will not be available at JAF

ro

i would give my business to the local shop. when you have a problem w/your machine where are you going to go. give your business to the local shop in the long run you'll be happier.

JoyceRowell

I got my brother at Wal Mart also and I love it. The only thing I wished it would do it cut it's own thread....Ha Ha

paoberle

Competition is good ladies! Just because you can find an product in JoAnn's does not devalue the product. JoAnn's carries many of the same notions as my LQS but I buy at JoAnn's because I can get it cheaper, especially with my coupons.

Sewnoma

I think Janome allows certain models to be sold by anybody (Amazon, Joann's, etc.), but their higher end models are only available through a dealer.

MaggieLou

It's mostly the JoAnn Supercenters that have other sewing machines than Singer. The dealer rents space from JoAnns. I've seen several of the higher end brands in these locations.

calla

My JA rents floor space to Viking, not affiliated with JA.

Morag

I have seen Janome's, Singers and other machines at Hancock Fabric too. So it is not just Joanne's that are selling machines.
I have seen Vikings being sold at Joanne's for years now!

MarleneC

The Viking dealership has a spot in the JoAnn's store in Anchorage but it is not part of JoAnn's. Singer, Viking & Pfaff all are owned by SVP but remain as separate stores. In fact, there is competition between the Viking & Pfaff dealerships in Kenai, AK.