Compare the Brother PE770, Brother PE780D and the Janome MC300E and find out which of these machines offers you the best combination of price and features.

Earlier this week, a sweet woman who visits this blog asked for some advice. She’s in the market for an embroidery machine she can use to create finished goods that she’ll be selling. (As an entrepreneur myself, I get all goose-pimply when someone mentions they’re starting their own business. All those possibilities!)
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The Janome DC1050 sewing machine is a new model for 2011. No snazzy color accents here – just a super affordable machine with precision stitching, lots of automation, and a powerful DC motor. This one is obviously a powerhouse with a no-nonsense attitude!

It costs about the same as basic starter machines that come with a lot less. For about $300 you can buy a high quality machine with lots of automation built by one of the most respected brands in the industry. It’s the kind of deal that makes you feel like you’re getting away with something sneaky!

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The Janome DC5100 is new for 2011 and combines a unique set of stitches and powerful motor with technology that promises to produce beautiful, professional stitches.

This is the machine you want when you plan on doing a lot of sewing and when the appearance and quality of your stitches will be an integral part of your work.

(And I’m not just saying that because its adorable pink accents are a perfect match for this site!)

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Here’s a final list of last minute sewing machine deals for your 2010 holiday shopping. I hope it saves some of you some time and a few dollars, too.

In typical fashion, I’ve crammed too much into this final week before Christmas which is why I love online shopping. I prefer my pajamas, a bathrobe and a cup of cinnamon coffee for finding deals rather than the hustle and bustle of the mall. (Actually, it’s not the mall I mind. It’s the parking lot!)

This means that I’m doing my Christmas shopping online tonight and I took some notes any time I came across a deal I thought worth sharing here. Hope this gives some of you just the idea or savings you were hoping to find for under the tree!
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The Janome 3160 QDC sewing machine was built with quilters in mind. All the best quilting needs are built right in! Want to do other types of sewing? No problem.

Beautiful stitches are a given with Janomes but you’re also going to get an extra long extension table, the latest feed dog system, complete button operation for all functions and the whole thing is packed into a full-size machine that weighs just over 12 pounds.

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The Janome JNH1860 sewing machine commemorates Janome’s celebration of 150 years of great sewing. It’s a great showcase of some of the best in automation and quick set up along with a beautiful collection of stitches.

This one’s not yet available online so I’m off to visit my local dealer to gather more information in the next day or two. Wanted to post this much, at least, to satisfy the request from a recent site visitor.

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The Janome Sew Precise sewing machine has several things going for it that make it an excellent choice regardless of your experience level.

It was recognized by Consumer Digest as a Best Buy. Plus, it’s built by one of the brands best known for precision stitching and reliable performance. Third, the selection of stitches covers all kinds of sewing projects.

Those who want automation without computerized features might be thrilled with the simplicity of this powerful machine.

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Are you concerned about whether or not there are metal or plastic parts in the sewing machines on your shopping list?  We’ve all been warned by our mothers, our friends, or our sewing club circle that we should avoid plastic at all costs.

However, it’s really not as bad as one might think (she said even though she could envision her mother rolling her eyes and waving to heaven, “Have I taught her NOTHING??!!”)

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The Janome Jem Gold 660 sewing machine is a ¾ size machine – compact and portable but with complete functionality and a design layout that makes it feel full-sized.

This 12-lb. machine offers 8 stitches, including 2 stretch stitches and a built-in buttonhole.

Standard Janome quality and durability make this 3/4-size machine perfect for a first time sewist or as a travel machine for taking to classes.

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I am enchanted by computerized sewing machines. I’m fairly technical in nature anyway so anything with buttons and screens doesn’t scare me – in fact, I’m rather addicted to them. I did, however, get to see what these newer sewing machines might feel like to someone with much more sewing experience than myself. A very interesting perspective.

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