Read what customers are saying about our overlock machines

Review by Rona T

Prompt and efficient delivery. This fantastic Janome overlocker was given to me as a present from a family member (I chose & ordered it myself and they reimbursed me). As I had never used an overlocker before, I was a bit apprehensive about threading it with my new cones of coloured thread. However, with the clear instructions on the DVD plus the instruction manual, I was able to thread it after just two attempts. The lower looper is the most challenging to thread but the tweezers help with this. I also used a little torch to help me see the last stages of threading more clearly. The lower looper itself has two holes, back then front for the thread to pass through. The upper looper has only one hole at the front. I followed the colour coded thread guides on the machine (very handy) and also counted each step of the threading process: the lower looper has 11 steps; upper looper has 9; right needle 8 and left needle 7 steps, so I just count as I go along. I also used a different colour thread for each of the four stages of threading with black T-shirt fabric to practice on; this helped me to clearly see how each thread looked and what needed adjusting such as tensions. I now make a note of all the tension settings for each type of fabric used. I also learnt to adjust the cutting width as the stitching was beyond the fabric edge (p.12 of manual), - I get perfect stitches now. Having a good quality overlocker makes the whole experience an exciting adventure and I love using it.

Review by Josephine Gray

Absolutely brilliant. I have been using overlockers for over 20 years but have never used one that is so easy to use as the Janome 9300DX. Changing threads is so easy! On my other overlockers it used to take a couple of hours to re-thread. As well as having to thread the two needles I normally have to re-thread the lower looper. But when I first changed threads on the Janome, I only had to thread one needle. The knot joining the other threads passed right through the needle. Changing the machine for rolled hemming is easy too.

Review by Lynn Doble

Early February I needed a new serger as my babylock of 16 yrs was feeling tired, I decide on the new babylock ovation. I have been around sewing machines all my life they never stop amazing me on how far they have come and with this overlocker it is all the things that I would have put into a machine and more, yes it is a considered purchase, but if you are in the market for a reliable and multitasking serger this I would thoroughly recommend. I have had this machine since 15th February 2015 and can honestly say it worth every penny . So if you can go for it. I know you will love to too.

Review by MrsD

My husband bought this machine for my birthday this year. I've wanted one for years. Although I was a little intimidated at first, I just followed the dvd instructions and in less than an hour I was sewing my first project with it. I am really pleased with the results, it makes everything look professionally made. An excellent machine and worth every penny.

Review by Marie Mann

Loving the Janome coverpro 1000CPX, I did a lot of research before deciding on this one and it is excellent value for the money. I am using it for sample making in my sportswear/ cycling-wear design business, so it gets used more than an average hobby machine. It stitches beautifully even on thicker fabrics. Also got all the attachments, feet and binders to have the complete functionality, feet are great, still practicing with the binders, I am sure they'll be great once I work out how to stop fabric curling up before it feeds through. If you are looking for a good machine that does not cost the world, this one is a great option.

Review by Janet Catherine Fielding

This is the best machine I have come across in a long time. The quality is superb,the ease of threading the many different combinations of stitches is unrivaled. So far I cannot fault it, I've only had it two days so still trying different stitches and techniques So far so good. I would recommend this machine to any avid sewing person I know it is expensive but well worth the money if you do a lot of sewing I sew every day so it will be well used. My next project is curtains for my newly built sewing room so will be doing a few miles of overlocking. So happy I bought this machine it deserves a STANDING OVATION .

Review by Fiona Kurlus

Took me a while to get it threaded for the first time. Once you work it out it's pretty simple. Have just been trying out on scraps of fabric but the finish is very good. Easy to feed fabric through and foot pedal responsive. Very good value for money and perfect for me as this is my first overlocker.

Review by Helen

Its amazing the overlocker is so easy to thread and sews with no effort at all, the best value for money, great price just perfect.

Review by Devon

This is our second Janome. Always been impressed with the build quality. The service and delivery were bob-on with the machine turning up at the door exactly when it was meant to, the day after I'd ordered it.

Review by Angela Harman

Very prompt service. Arrived within timed slot. Very nice machine easy colour coded threading and very smooth operation. Very good value for money. Thank you