Which is best? Will it sew thick fabric?

Review by Gwen Stansfield

Just received my new machine, It scared me to death when it first arrived but now I love it. Great service

Review by V X

The Horizon is a replacement for my old Machine, one of the first computerised ones bought in the late 80's, which still sews a great stitch. So I was apprehensive at moving to Janome. However, I want to do more quilting and am needing more arm space. After much deliberation between the two brands I decided on the Horizon and with the great offer at the time on the 8900 I went for it. Delivery was next day as promised. It is certainly a big machine with lots of space! Have already had a fair 'play' with it and along with the good instruction book have had the confidence to try out some things I never tried. It sews a lovely even stitch and the many more available - of which I have tried a few - look just as good. I love the quilting stitches! The auto cutter - no more messing with scissors. The stop/start button, the quick access bobbin cover and easy thread bobbin, the straight stitch needle plate - no more eating fabric at the start of piecing, the speed controller which you can slide to wherever you want it, be it slow or quick. This machine is fast, VERY FAST if you want. If you can keep up with it, it can do a lot of sewing very quickly. The LCD screen is clear and just the right size without being a distraction, just a slight touch with the stylus selects your stitches and menus and the jog dial is a great idea to move to a bank of stitches quickly. The 8900 came with lots of feet/accessories including a Perspex extra wide table, a knee lifter, large foot controller which stays put and a semi-firm sturdy canvas type cover (not a hard case). This machine was a big investment for me, a special treat, so I am happy it has been a good choice. I am about to start piecing some new fabric into blocks so will soon learn how the dual feed foot handles binding, it seems good on the tryout. What was a huge bonus was the special offer at the time, which went towards the most part of a cabinet to house the Horizon. It is a heavy machine and therefore I would not be able to keep moving it around from one position to another. It was also important the cabinet would suit both the Horizon and the room it would be going in and, with patience and understanding, James was a great help in sourcing what would suit my requirements. I have never bought a sewing machine online before and was rather apprehensive but have been extremely pleased with the service provided, thank you.

Review by Jimmy Wallace

A beautiifuly made machine and so very easy to use. very fast delivery with excellent comms. The extension fits perfectly and looks good on the machine, work just glides on it. Huge selection of stitches available and all easy to select.. Threading the machine is a doddle. We saw this machine on tv and were going to buy it, before I did I looked on internet and saw it in Sewing Machine sales complete with free work case of threads and other bits and bobs. When i checked the price i could not believe my eyes, sewing machine sales were £95 cheaper than the tv sales. Overall very pleased with my singer One plus and would highly recommend it and Sewing Machine Sales.

Review by Alan Harris

Great machine with all the features requested. Very well built and, for the price, hitting well above other manufacturers in the same price bracket. On ancillary note, the service provided by this reseller was also second-to-none. The best Customer Service I have had in several years.

Review by Daniel Conroy

Bought the Singer 9960 for my wife's birthday present (she researched the one she wanted). Excellent machine so far. Ordering was simple and easy and delivery the next day was a bonus. We were always kept up to date straight from purchase so very satisfied.

Review by Nadine Jackson-Croker

I searched a long time for the right machine, and was delighted to find this one. Delivery from the UK was remarkably swift. The machine arrived in excellent condition, was easy to set up and a joy to use. So easy and quick. The whole transaction was a real pleasure, and I must say, I love my new machine. Thank you.

Review by Eliza Mtete

Excellent

Review by Sparklily K

Firstly, delivery was as expected. I ordered on a Saturday AND on a bank holiday weekend, so I was due to get it on the Wednesday and as planned with exact time of delivery confirmed to me on the morning it was due, made it free of hassle. Moving onto the machine, I had a little time to play with it while the children were outside. I tested all the decorative stitches and the alphabet, to which I was very happy with - well ecstatic actually. There were one or two that needed tension adjustments, but it explains all of that in the manual. Seriously everything is in that manual. Also for a computerised machine, it is quiet! A little whirring sound in the background is as expected. The pedal is lovely, I thought quite soft and thought about for the comfort of the foot. On my last machine the pedal was very cheap plastic and uncomfortable to use in comparison. The speed function is utter perfection, I now cannot mess up seams like I did with my basic machine as it was either all go or not at all, no matter how careful I was. I don't hesitate to use it more than I did my other sewing machine. the finish of an item looks so much nicer too. The ease of use is fantastic. Oh and all of the accessories that come with it saves a fortune in the long run. This machine is everything that one could ask for as an amateur sewer/dressmaker. I sew everyday, for everyday things and I could not be happier with it. Thank you Sewing Machine Sales for such a great machine at a VERY good price!

Review by Antoniafitz D

I have been using the same machine for over 12 years and although it is still going I thought I would treat myself to a new machine with an embroidery feature. I was not disappointed...I love it. Easy to use with good instructions. Super quick delivery from Sewing Machine Sales, I will definitely be using them again for any accessories I need.

Review by Julie F

Love it! - upgraded the software and it opens up loads of creative possibilities! Delivered very quickly too!