Comments on: Janome DC5100 Sewing Machine Review

By: Pam

Pam — Tue, 17 Apr 2012 13:28:26 +0000

I purchased the Janome DC-5100 and so far I LOVE it! I am a casual seamtress, mainly crafty items and quilting basics. This machine seems to have the power to sew through layers of fabric; with the optional table extender it is fabulous for free motion quilting; and the speed control is so nice for those intricate projects that need a little extra attention. I was hoping for more lettering fonts in a machine, but the salesperson showed me some free motion lettering that with a little practice seemed doable for my needs. I am taking some quilting classes and the 5100 is lightweight enough for me to travel with. It comes with an array of feet that seems like everything I’d ever really need. I appreciate the electronic readout that shows which presser foot goes with each stitch, too. For the money, I think it’s a winner in the midprice range.

By: Brenda

Brenda — Sat, 10 Mar 2012 21:10:48 +0000

Need a new sewing machine. Do alot of basic sewing – both repairs and new, clothes, zippers, on all sorts of material including jeans. Currenty machine is 30 years old and has been very very reliable until the last 3 years- Is a “Nelco”. I also make quite a few queen size quilts such as “double wedding ring” Have looked at Singer 9960, Husqvara-Viking – Sapphire 875 and Tribute 140C, Brother just in general, and want to look at Jamone. Currently I hand stitch my quilts on Quilting bars, but may want to consider trying to machine quilt, so would possibly like that option on a new machine. Want some of the new fancier options but don’t need them all, as my current machine is only basic with like 10 stiches.
Any recommendations as to the most reliable brand and models I should look at. Currently only very confused, price range – pretty open.

By: Erin

Erin — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 21:28:27 +0000

Gina - A lot depends on how much you want to spend. There's a very highly rated Brother sewing machine for under $100 that works great as a starter sewing machine - the Brother XL2600i (see the features here). That machine is very easy to use, has a drop-in bobbin, a selection of stitches and some very nice features for the price. If you're willing to spend a little more, take a look at the Brother CP-7500 (my overview). It's identical to the most popular Brother model under $200, the CS6000i (read more here), but has 10 more stitches. There are lots of buttons and automation built into this model - more than you'd get on most other brands for the same price and a strong performance rating from other consumers. It's one of the best value buys online. All of those machines will handle clothes, quilting, and craft sewing but the stitch selection and automation are obviously greater on the other two models. Hope that helps! Sincerely, Erin

By: Gina

Gina — Mon, 19 Dec 2011 20:25:51 +0000

My 11 yr old dtr wants a sewing machine,she is pretty crafty and wants to learn to sew.Her grand mom sews some and promised to teach her.What should I start her out on? She has been wanting 1 for a couple of hrs. She can sew some free hand . I don’t have a clue..thanks,Gina

By: Michelle

Michelle — Sat, 17 Dec 2011 01:02:54 +0000

Hi,
I am buying a sewing machine for the first time and have a budget of $600. I have narrowed it down to 2 choices: The Janome DC5100 and the Janome 3160QC. My intentions are to learn how to make clothing and quilts/blankets. Any advice you have would really help. I am so confused as to all the different sewing machine types and features. Thanks.

By: Amy

Amy — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 02:15:48 +0000

I’m in the process of deciding between the Janome Magnolia 7330 (cheapest), DC2011 and the DC5100. If I get the Magnolia I’ll have some room to buy an inexpensive serger as well. I’m leaning toward the DC2011, I’m not sure if all the stitches in the 5100 will be more than I will ever use. Any opinions? Is there a machine I should be considering that I’m missing? Most of my sewing is garment and simple quilt sewing. I’m currently using a very basic (and VERY frustrating machine) so I think any of these will be a major upgrade.

Thanks!
Amy

By: vaunda

vaunda — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 03:59:07 +0000

sorry about wrong machine #, 5100 …..GETTING LATE…BUT CANT SLEEP THINKING ABOUT WHAT TO GET!

By: vaunda

vaunda — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 03:57:40 +0000

what is memorized up/down needle, I still like the 5100….? Thanks for all the info on the 3050 and 2010 is the 2011 much different than the 2010? I got a great opportunity on a 500 with :
167 built in stitches
5 built in automatic one-step buttonholes
Memory up to 50 patterns

vaunda

By: Erin

Erin — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 16:09:50 +0000

Vaunda – All 3 machines will hold up to the thick layers of quilting materials for your projects. They all have 7 point feed dogs and a DC motor for extra power. I can’t say enough wonderful things about Janome so I think you’re making a great, long-term decision. The DC3050 and the DC2010 are both great machines. Those two machines have the same exact 50 built in stitches so choosing between them comes down to price and some slight differences in controls. The Janome DC3050 comes with some single stitch selection buttons so you don’t have to scroll through buttons to get to the most used stitches.

A plus for the DC2010, though, is that it comes with a couple of extra presser feet that do not come with the DC3050.

Both machines are the same size and weight.

If you can live without the single stitch selection buttons, compare prices between the two and buy the one that costs less to save a few bucks.

Sincerely,

Erin

By: vaunda

vaunda — Tue, 09 Aug 2011 00:38:55 +0000

HI, I like all your information and comments. I have been struggling on machines….I do a lot of quilting and with several grandbaby’s and quilt, comforter projects in the works; my old machine died….i have narrowed it down to Janome…scared of the singer problems I have been reading about…I want something that will endure the thick layers of quilting/comforters and yet have some fancy stitches. I want stop/button feature and I was disappointed that the 5100 does not have it….what do you think of the 3050 and dc2100…so confused…been reading blogs and reviews and they seem to be a heavy duty machine?????????