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Janome 2212 Front-Loading Sewing Machine with 12 Built-In Stitches
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Brand | Janome |
Color | White |
Product Dimensions | 9"D x 17"W x 13.5"H |
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About this item
- Easy turn dial pattern selection
- 12 built-in stitches including a four-step buttonhole
- Stitch width adjustment and length adjustment ensures ease of use
- Drop feed for free motion sewing and quilting
- 110-volt machine, for use in US only
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For beginners | 4.4 | 4.4 | 4.5 | 4.8 | 5.0 | 4.4 |
Easy to learn | 4.5 | 4.5 | 4.6 | 4.9 | 5.0 | — |
Easy to use | 4.4 | 4.4 | 5.0 | 4.8 | — | 4.3 |
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power source | Treadle Powered | AC | Electric | ac | ac | Crank |
electric | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✗ |
material | Metal | Plastic | Metal, Plastic | Metal | Aluminum | Metal |
model number | 2212 | 12222 | 1709 | Sewist 721 | Sewist 725S | 712T |
weight | 12 pounds | 13.2 pounds | 14.8 pounds | 14.3 pounds | 14 pounds | 14 pounds |
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From the manufacturer
In The Box
- Zipper Foot
- Sliding buttonhole Foot
- Blind Hem Foot
- Bobbins
- Set of Needles
- Seam Ripper
- Screwdriver
- Instruction Manual
Janome 2212
The Janome 2212 is a quality entry level model the beginner sewist. This mechanical machine features 12 built-in stitches and a four-step buttonhole. Dial pattern selection and stitch width and length adjustment ensures ease of use. Great features like a free arm and drop feed make it versatile for all types of sewing. Lightweight and easy to use, this is the perfect machine for a beginner.
- 12 stitches
- 1 four-step buttonhole
- 5-piece feed dog
- Extra high presser foot lift
- Maximum stitch length 4mm
- Maximum stitch width 5mm
- Snap on Presser Feet
- Front Loading Vertical Oscillating Hook Bobbin
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Free Arm/Storage CompartmentThe removable storage compartment turns this machine into a free arm. It is great for sewing small openings like a sleeve or hemming a pair of pants. |
Reverse LeverLocking stitches is easy with the easy to reach reverse lever. |
Stitch ChartChoose from 12 built in stitches |
Stitch Selector DialChoosing a stitch is easy with our clearly labeled stitch selection dial. |
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Stitch Length AdjustmentCustomize your stitch length and width. Stitch width maximum is 5mm and length is 4 mm. |
Needle PlateEasy to view guidelines on the all metal needle plate and 5-peice feed dog to evenly feed a variety of fabrics smoothly. |
Dual Spool PinsTwo Retractable, vertical spool pins. |
About Janome
Our mission is to produce machines which inspire creativity and innovation, yet are simple to use. We know the most important thing about our products is not the machines themselves, but what you create with them. The better your tools, the more inventive, artistic and pleasurable your sewing experience. That’s why we design our machines for performance, but also for comfort, quality, and intuitive ease of operation.
At Janome America, we create our products to inspire, not intimidate—because the most important function our machines perform is to set free your creativity.
Product information
Brand | Janome |
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Color | White |
Product Dimensions | 9"D x 17"W x 13.5"H |
Item Weight | 12 pounds |
Manufacturer | Janome |
ASIN | B003Y5CEJS |
Item model number | 2212 |
Customer Reviews |
4.5 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #99,963 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing (See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing) #236 in Sewing Machines |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Date First Available | August 2, 2010 |
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Product Description
2212 Features: -Front loading bobbin and free arm. -Speeds up to 1000 spm dial pattern selector. -Manual tension control. -Snap-on presser feet,built-in thread cutter. -12 Stitches, 4 step button hole. -Stitch length adjustment to 4mm,0-2.5 stitch length for reverse stitch. Product Type: -Mechanical sewing machine. Light Included: -Yes. Free Arm: -Yes. Needle Threading System: -Manual. Reverse Stitching: -Yes. Automatic Bobbin Winding: -Yes. Thread Tension Adjustment: -Yes. Thread Tension Adjustment Type: -Manual. Dimensions: Overall Height - Top to Bottom: -14". Overall Width - Side to Side: -17". Overall Depth - Front to Back: -9".
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Customers like the ease of use, performance, quality, value, and stitch quality of the sewing machine. For example, they mention it's very easy to use, does a fabulous job, and is well made. Some appreciate the stitch quality, saying it'll produce nice, even stitches. Overall, customers are happy with their purchase and recommend it to others.
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Customers like the performance of the sewing machine. They say it's easy to understand, does a fabulous job, and works great right out of the box. It's functional and dependable, and can sew through as many as 4 layers of fabric. It is relatively quiet and works smoothly for hours without problem. Customers also mention that it runs like a dream and is a great machine for beginners.
"...So, I looked for something simple and inexpensive, but functional and dependable...." Read more
"...Worked well for free motion quilting. Since this comes with standard accessories, needed to get quilting accessories separately...." Read more
"...This machine is able to do it quite well, sewing through as many as 4 layers of fleece (although only for distances of less than an inch)...." Read more
"...tangle and replaced the thread with the Gutermann's, the machine ran smoothly and perfectly. It knows what it wants...." Read more
Customers find the sewing machine very easy to use. They mention that the directions are easy to read and understand, and the video tutorials online make troubleshooting much more straightforward. They also appreciate the simple dials and instructions, which make the machine beginner friendly. Additionally, customers mention that it's virtually plug and play, and easy to care for.
"...the same way gas pedal in a car control acceleration and easy to get use to by any casual car driver, as majority of Americans are..." Read more
"...which makes it less prone to issues, and makes troubleshooting much more straightforward.-..." Read more
"...The instruction manual is very easy to read, with line drawings to guide you, and it will help you figure out anything you need to know about..." Read more
"...I find the machine easy to use, and I do not require any stitches from the advanced array of stitches seen on other models (who does really?)...." Read more
Customers like the quality of the sewing machine. They say it's well-made, solid, and reliable. It can handle some thickness in fabric and is a good choice for a casual sewer.
"...machine that could be used for quilting that also had a great reputation for being solid and lasting.- Worked well for free motion quilting...." Read more
"...The bobbin isn't the easiest to use, but it seems like a sturdy and reliable design, which is more valuable to me than ease of use...." Read more
"...Easy to operate. It can handle some thickness in fabric...." Read more
"...It has mended jeans, sewn through several layers of thinner material, and I even attempted coasters! The 2212 has done all this will flying colors!..." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the sewing machine. They say it is a simple inexpensive machine that provides superior performance. Customers also mention that the build quality and superior performance scream expensive.
"...So, I looked for something simple and inexpensive, but functional and dependable...." Read more
"...Literally the least expensive machine that could be used for quilting that also had a great reputation for being solid and lasting.-..." Read more
"...This machine looked both affordable and easy to use, and it is just that...." Read more
"...I'd say this is a good sewing machine for the money...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the stitch quality of the sewing machine. They mention it's easy to use, has nice even stitches, and can sew through pretty much anything. Some say that it'll never get stuck.
"...It is easy to adjust the length of stitches as well as the stitch type by turning the dials on the front of the machine...." Read more
"This sewing machine is amazing. I can sew through several layers of fabric and it runs like a work horse...." Read more
"...The button hole function is easy and it sews on buttons firmly...." Read more
"...manual--I threaded the machine and wound a bobbin with ease.....It sewed perfect on a couple test peices of tshirt material so on to the 1st..." Read more
Customers like the portability of the sewing machine. They say it's very lightweight, easy to carry, and comes with a plastic cover. Some customers also say it has the weight and basic features they need like the old one. Overall, most are happy with the port ability of the product.
"...I can take this machine from room to room, it is lightweight and easy to carry around...." Read more
"...Heavy and metal but attached to a sewing machine cabinet and can't transport for classes. The Janome is good for me...." Read more
"...I liked that it felt light, but sturdy, when I took it out of the box. But then I attempted to actually use the machine...." Read more
"...It never stopped working all those years! This new one has the weight and basic features I needed like the old one...." Read more
Customers are mixed about the ease of threading. Some mention it's easy to thread and use, with an easy to follow guide book. They say it'll thread any thread in it and that the threading is nicely numbered. However, some say that they've experienced issues with the thread getting stuck or getting caught on the bobbin.
"...Pros: quiet fast bobbin wind is simple threading is basic easy to use stitch dials front loading bobbin..." Read more
"...I have noticed that my thread is getting caught on the bobbin for some reason during use occasionally...." Read more
"...It does not move while I'm sewing. It threads easily. It winds bobbins easily. It doesn't jam. It is simple. There is no computer inside to go bad...." Read more
"...new sewing machine and it was so easy to set up, thread the machine and thread the bobbins!..." Read more
Customers are mixed about the noise of the sewing machine. Some mention it's relatively quiet, while others say that it hums along beautifully.
"...Pros: quiet fast bobbin wind is simple threading is basic easy to use stitch dials front loading bobbin..." Read more
"...It does however run very smoothly and does not make any alarming noises...." Read more
"...Although generating some noise is a necessary by-product of using an industrial-age machine, if you live in a small house with thin walls or an..." Read more
"...It feels very solid and a lot quieter compared to my Singer...." Read more
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Here the 5 star review starts.
First - service:
As it arrived (a day before estimated delivery date - no complains :)) I found that - already good - price dropped by anther $29.80. So, I contacted Amazon customer service (on-line) and asked to call me back. I got call a few seconds after I pressed "submit" button, and within 5 minutes (and without any hard pressure on my side) I was issued a refund on this amount - looks like Amazon has policy to refund difference if price dropped within 7 days upon product delivery!
So, I opened machine and used it for a day and noticed some problems that made me concerned that it may be factory refurbished or damaged unit (it had surface marks and scratches and twice locked the needle). I contacted Amazon again and asked what should I do as I want to keep the machine. They offered a replacement. They organized UPS pick-up from my porch for the next morning and sent replacement by FedEx the same day, so I received it just a day later! The service is well above my expectations!
As for Janome 2212 itself - it's a solid no thrill mechanical machine that makes routine sewing tasks easy (I have no expertise to talk about complex tasks). The speed is varied by floor pedal pressure the same way gas pedal in a car control acceleration and easy to get use to by any casual car driver, as majority of Americans are (but it has no "break" pedal, so if you running "high speed" sewing it will make a few stitches after you'll release the pedal). It has reverse switch, but it can't be fixed - you need to hold it all the time when doing reverse (it's my only functional complain). It has enough variations in types and length of stitches to cover all non-decorative (and, presumably, some decorative) tasks, but so far I used just default. I feel it can compete with my old Grandma's machine in durability (I sewed through multi-fold denim edges with little if any hesitation!) and even offer some advantages as free-arm and electric power (early 21st century vs. early 20th :)).
It's a basic, but not the simplest machine from Janome. But going even more basic will not give enough monetary advantage to be worth of - to save anther $20 or $30 (it's when not on the sale price) you need to sacrifice variable stitch length (important future!) and a few stitch types. Going up - to get "heavy-duty" or top-line electronic machine - it's almost to double price (or go much above), for futures that one may or may not needs (I don't), on potential account of reliability (it's a general rule: giving the same part quality, more complexity comes on account of reliability, and has nothing to do with Janome quality control specifically). So, I'm very comfortable with build and price/value balance on Janome 2212 model.
Pros:
-Setup for (in my opinion) everything you could possibly want to do with the exception of a lot of random "fancy" stitches like swirls and such, which I don't like to use anyway, or embroidery which drives up the price of a machine by a lot lot.
- Mechanical not electronic, which makes it less prone to issues, and makes troubleshooting much more straightforward.
- Literally the least expensive machine that could be used for quilting that also had a great reputation for being solid and lasting.
- Worked well for free motion quilting. Since this comes with standard accessories, needed to get quilting accessories separately. (Note: even with this added expense, it was still much less expensive than alternatives)
- Much faster and hardier than the Singer Confidence Quilter that I had used previously (see story in background below), there is even a video online of this machine sewing multiple layers of denim.
Things to keep in mind:
#1 When purchasing accessories, this little engine that can has a shorter needle and different setup than a lot of its siblings (like the Jem) so be sure to check that accessories are for a 5mm front load bobbin machine - thank you love2sew66 for mentioning this in your review!
Lessons learned while free motion quilting with this machine:
#1 Buy the Janome Front Load 5 Piece Quilt Kit for $50 b/c it will fit this machine, it has both the free motion quilting foot with a clear bottom and a walking foot. Mine was from Sew Vac Direct. It was really hard to figure out if this would fit while online shopping... fortunately it does.
#2 The needles for this machine are shorter than most other Janome machines, so be sure to check that you are getting the right type. Janome Red Tip Needles (Size 14) worked well for me as an all purpose type for heavier materials/ multiple layers.
#3 Remember to put the presser foot down when free motion quilting. This sounds silly, I know, but it isn't as obvious as when you are sewing normally, since you don't really see it drop down. If you don't then the tension discs won't engage and you will either get a nest of threads on the bottom of your quilt OR it will look like your top thread tension is too loose and the bottom thread will just look like a flat line with eyelashes.
#4 If your thread starts getting caught in the front-load bobbin area, i.e. does half a loop rather than full loop around the hook area, take out the bobbin and replace it with a full one. This usually happened when the bobbin started getting low and is the only reason for my 4 rather than 5 star rating.
--> UPDATE: Changed my rating up to 5/5 because this issue seemed to be mostly due to using a poly-blend thread. Made my second quilt using a cotton machine thread and only had a jam like this once in the 80+ hours spent piecing the quilt top/bottom and free-motion quilting the quilt sandwich.
#4A: USE COTTON THREAD in this sewing machine. This one worked for me personally: http://www.amazon.com/Machine-Quilting-Thread-White-Each/dp/B000WMGJOM/ref=cm_rdp_product
#5 Really hold the thread strings down when you start a new line since it pulls hard at the beginning (probably adjusting the tension) and will unthread itself otherwise. I'll often do the first couple stitches using the wheel to get around the hard pull at the start so everything goes more smoothly.
#6 When you move the switch over to raise the the feed dogs after they have been dropped, they will not actually go up again until you turn the wheel/ press the petal to start sewing again. So don't get worried about them not popping up immediately after moving the switch.
Background info: I'm more of a beginner/intermediate sewer, my recent experience was borrowing a friend's machine to give quilting a try. Had used a Singer Confidence Quilter machine for a couple weeks before it randomly stopped working during free-motion quilting and gave a beep sequence that the Singer representative indicated is an electrical problem. I've been using the Janome 2212 for about two weeks now for both regular sewing and free motion quilting. Just finished a crib sized quilt, well, finished save the edges ;) which is the last step. Hope this review helps some of the other beginners!
--> Update 8/8/12: Have now used this machine for the last couple months and have logged 100+ hours in use. Used the walking foot on quilt edging, the darning foot for free-motion quilting, and regular foot for piecing
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Very easy to use, even if you are not a professional. The instructions are very easy to understand.