Janome 11706 3/4 Size Hello Kitty Sewing Machine

 (9 customer reviews)

I've had this machine for three months now and I love it. It's easy to understand and use. It's not an intimidating machine at all. I'm an adult beginning sewer, learning by reading books and practicing. I find it's perfect for my needs. I don't foresee myself becoming a sewing maniac but I like being creative and just making or repairing things. As a result, a machine like this totally fits my needs and the adorable Hello Kitty design helps make the work even more fun.

Update 02/20/2009:
I turned into a sewing maniac after all! As a result, I discovered the limitations of this machine and eventually bought a full-size Janome electronic sewing machine that I'm very happy with.

Here are the limitations of the Hello Kitty version:
- there is no speed control. Like a golf cart, you either go or you're at stop. It helps to have better control otherwise you might not be sewing where you want to sew.
- the 4-step buttonholer was frustrating to...Read more

I purchased this item for my daughter's 7th birthday. She loves it!! Easy to operate and she can take it with her to Nana's to sew with her!! The price savings was amazing.

Janome 11706 3/4 Size Hello Kitty Sewing Machine

This is a wonderful machine for the price. It works better than my expensive full sized machine and it is light and easy to transport and store. I find it really easy to use. I have used it to make curtains, purses, dresses, shirts, slippers, and for mending. It works on everything even stretch fabrics and thick denim.
I think that the people who are having problems with it are using the wrong needles and bobbins. You must use the ones sized for Janome machines. Better quality thread also makes a HUGE difference. I use Guetermann and it works like a dream.
I love this machine so much that I am now saving up for the new Hello Kitty Janome electronic machine.