HD1000 Black Edition 14-Stitch Industrial-Grade Sewing Machine

Machine was smaller than I expected, but runs very smooth and has a good weight to it so that it doesnt bounce or shift around while sewing. I am an avid Quilter and was looking for an extra machine to use when working on more than one project. So far so good. Have only used it for straight stitching.

This is a great , strong machine. Easily sews through denim also stitches lightweight fabrics perfectly. Smooth and quite too!

This is a beautiful machine! I l HAD to have the black version; out just looks so clean cut. I can see how it would be great for a beginner or skilled sewer. Easy to read instruction manual, came with extra needles including those for leather, the decals included are cute. My favorite part is the storage compartment with the flip up lid; no having to take off the part to get inside to it. The cover is a nice sturdy plastic, easier than a case or having to keep it in the box. It sees beautifully. Only CON. If your thread jumps the pump Jack it's hard to tell. But that's it... besides that I love it. Well worth the cost.

First, who knew Home Depot sells sewing machines? Well they do, which is great I think it fits the diy spirit. Second, we're fairly crafty in our household and would consider the skill level to be a solid intermediate when coming to sewing. We first had a rock solid Kenmore machine that we have since returned to my mother. A Singer came and went. Then a Brother CS6000 which took a trip to my wifes workplace for her use (which she loves). There and now this HD1000 that has become the home use replacement. Right out of the gate it feels nice and solid and seems of high build quality. The needle threader is pretty simple to use and the reverse stitch is also very easy and makes quick work of multiple passes. There seems to be plenty of power if you're working with heavier materials so no complaints there. In addition there are plenty of options and stitch patterns and overall things work as they should. After several projects I would say we're comfortable using this machine however there are some drawbacks that left us feeling less excited. First, things have never felt quite intuitive enough. With other machines it was pretty easy to figure out most action items without the manual, but we found ourselves referencing the book a bit more than expected. Then oddly enough the light bulb gets really hot. Enough that it makes your work area a bit uncomfortable after awhile, that's weird and in the time of LED's seems unnecessary. There is no automatic bobbin stop and no thread cutter at the bobbin fill which is a bummer. As it is, the thread cutter is in a rather inconvenient spot on that back that feels out of the way to me. We have both found the speed to be a little tricky to control and the power cord, while beefy, seems like it wiggles around a bit too much. I'm not saying this is a bad machine, and quite a bit better than some lower end models. But at this price point and compared to other models we've used it fades a bit to the middle of the pack.

This Janome HD100 Black Edition sewing machine is heavy-duty and of excellent quality. The machine is well suited for beginners to professionals. The owners' manual is clear and concise. Some features noted in the short time we have been using it: the machine is very easy to thread; the bobbin can be quickly changed out, and the bobbin winder works fast; the foot pedal is very responsive; easily sews through thick material; and overall the unit is simple to learn and operate. In addition, a walking foot is included which is a real plus. The black edition coloring makes this machine a real standout in our craft room. Also included is a nice carrying case making the machine easy to transport. See attached photos. Well done Janome!

I recently need to mend a pair of denim jeans and my 12 or 15 year old Euro-Pro Shark just could not stitch through the thicker material in the waist band. After searching around I found the Janome HD1000. It's ready to go right out of the box. I test on some scraps and then got to work on my jeans. No problem with the thicker layers of denim in the waist band. With the walking foot attachment that comes with the machine, I was able to easily sew through 10 layers of denim, no problem at all.

Simple,powerful,good price

It’s an amazing machine; sews so smoothly. i love it!