Janome Atelier 3 Anniversary Sewing Machine

Janome is celebrating 10 years of the Atelier series with the inclusion of four new Anniversary Edition models. This is the first in that new range, the Alelier 3 AE. It shines with lots of computerised time saving features. For example when loading the bobbin, you simply follow the groove with the thread end and hey-presto the thread end is trimmed off to the correct length.

Another features worth mentioning is the automatic top thread tensions. Set the tension dial to AUTO (the default setting) and start sewing. No matter what thickness of fabric or number of layers being sewn, the Janome Atelier 3 will produce each stitch with perfectly balanced thread tensions.

As one's sewing skills improve, additional add-ons are available to enhance the productivity of the Atelier 3 AE. A quilting kit, home decor kit and fashion sewing kit all add extra options to this fantastic sewing machine.

It is a powerful machine that can sew at 1,000 stitches per minute if required. The large sewing surface to the right of the needle is a massive 8.3" giving plenty room for large quilt projects or for making curtains.

As well as quilting, heirloom, satin, utility, stretch, buttonholes, applique and decorative stitches, the Atelier 3 can sew lettering in both upper-case and lower case and European accented and Cyrillic lettering. Each can be saved to memory, up to 50 stitches can be combined in to memory.

Safe storage area for accessories in the compartment of the extension table, it also has a removable shelf to hold bobbins and feet. Flip up the top cover to reveal the stitch selection printed on the underside of the cover. Gain access to winding the bobbins and loading the thread spool on to the horizontal spool pin. A secondary spool pin is included for twin needle sewing.

Using the Atelier 3 Anniversary, you will notice the smooth control of the electronic foot pedal, each stitch, no matter what speed you are sewing at, will get full motor power to sew through many layers or thick materials effortlessly.

Atelier 3 Key Features:

• Computerised sewing machine.
• Horizontal Full Rotary Hook.
• Touch Panel with LCD screen.
• Automatic thread cutter (top and bottom threads).
• 210 mm Space to the right of the needle
• 120 built-in stitches, with 7 Buttonhole styles
• 3 Styles of lettering
• Maximum stitch width 7 mm
• 7 Styles of auto 1-step buttonholes
• Twin needle setting.
• Top loading jam proof drop-in bobbin.
• Adjustable stitch width and length.
• Automatic thread tension.
• Reverse Button.
• Auto needle threader.
• Adjustable needle positions.
• Drop feed for freehand embroidery.
• Maximum speed controller.
• One touch slow function.
• Needle up / down facility.
• Auto-lock stitch feature.
• Start / stop button.
• Adjustable foot pressure.

Accessories Included:

• 1/4" seam foot,
• Zig-zag foot,
• Zip foot,
• Satin stitch foot,
• Blind hemming foot,
• Overcasting foot,
• 1-step buttonhole foot with fabric stabilizer plate,
• Spare bobbins,
• Spare needles,
• Twin needle,
• Spool holders,
• Seam ripper,
• Screwdriver,
• Lint brush,
• Electronic foot control and power lead,
• Semi-hard cover,
• Instruction manual.