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 Kaz K

Read the reviews and exactly as other had said, machine was set up easy to use it is so easy to thread. Quick delivery ordered Saturday delivered Tuesday. Thanks

Review by Marie Agnew

very happy with my purchase ready for use made it easy to follow as it was threaded up.quick delivery as well

Review by Mrsd W

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 Angela H

Thank you so much for the speedy delivery and cannot fault the overlocker - brilliant, as is the service.

Review by Daphne King

I have only had my machine 1 week but have had a play and it seems to be doing every thing well they have made the threading very easy. The only thing I couldn't get my head round was the blind hemming, have watched the DVD a couple of times and will have another go. Well worth the money.

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 Lynne Clarke

I received the machine by next day delivery within a given time slot with no problems. It came with a dvd as well as instruction manual which together makes it easy to get to grips with all its features and so far I have been very pleased with its performance.