Janome 5812 Sewing Machine

This is a fantastic sewing machine. While the Brother and Singer machines you find at your local big-box stores have many more features for the same price, they are not nearly as good at the most important feature: sewing. Overall, Janome machines are much more reliable, quieter, and lower maintenance than your typical discount machines.I just started sewing, and after my entry-level Singer machine started skipping stitches after 4 uses (over the course of 5 years spent mostly sitting on a shelf in my closet), I donated it and bought this machine. It has 12 stitches-- 6 basic, and 6 stretch-- and a four-step buttonholer. The stitch width is fully adjustable, and the height is adjustable for the basic zig-zag stitch. The description doesn't mention this, but the machine comes with 4 presser feet: basic zig-zag foot, zipper foot, blind hem foot, and sliding buttonhole. The feet are all plastic, but seem well-made and sturdy, and are easy to snap on and off. I've only used the default zig-zag foot, which is clear so you can see the edge of your fabric even when sewing very narrow seams.I've mostly used the basic stitches, but since getting this machine have been sewing up a storm. This is great for a beginner because I realized my previous attempts at sewing failed largely because of my frustration over my finicky Singer machine. I read the manual thoroughly (very good reference by the way, which includes explanations of how to use each stitch and recommended tension settings), and haven't not had any issues with this machine aside from user error (had skipped stitches when sewing lycra, but this was remedied by changing to stretch needles). Now that I have a sewing machine that works reliably, I get to actually make things instead of fussing with the machine. Also, there are enough stitches that I don't see myself outgrowing this machine anytime soon-- I will mostly be using it for projects around the house (curtains, cushions, slipcovers) and easy projects.Also, this refurb looked just like a new one, with all the included accessories. It was a great deal (I paid about $100 shipped) since this machine normally retails for around $200.

I love this machine! I recently purchased a large Viking embroidery machine, but it was so hard to take the classes. I wanted a smaller machine to take with me. For the price and the features this machine has it is amazing. It is very easy to operate. I don’t have to fuss with the tension. It’s Sousa Street solid seam every time, and I am not having to troubleshoot. I am very pleased with my purchase!!

I could never get it to make a stitch for me as the mini Singer did that I had. I wanted a full size sewing machine. I heard Janome is one of the best. So far, I have had nothing but trouble. I'm getting a Brother.

I really like this machine. I can take it with me, weighs less then my larger machine.Easy to use. Great value.

For an entry level machine it is very solid I’m sure it will bea valuable tool. I purchased to use st my daughters home to see some breast cancer recovery items. She lives far away from me and I didn’t want to shop one of my own from home.My plan is to leave this with her to make repairs and sew small items.

It is easy to use but a bit of a bad design because the left back leg is in the middle of the machine not the left back and makes the machine a little rocky. Not too impressed.

I love my sewing machine. It's light weight and perfect for travel too. Easy to use and quiet. I started a home based business and it keeps up with the demands of customers.

The box was broken. There were lot of long hairThere was a stick of ice cream in it.It looked like a used item