Janome 11706 3/4 Size Hello Kitty Sewing Machine
Brand | Janome |
Color | Blue |
Is Electric | No |
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About this item
- Eleven stitches and a four-step buttonhole
- Features a free arm
- Portable - perfect for dorm rooms or bringing to sewing class
- Heavy duty sewing capibility
- Accessory storage
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Product information
Product Dimensions | 17 x 9 x 14 inches |
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Item model number | 00111706 |
ASIN | B0012PTMAG |
Customer Reviews |
4.1 out of 5 stars |
Best Sellers Rank | #536,779 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing (See Top 100 in Arts, Crafts & Sewing) #1,559 in Sewing Machines |
Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
Item Weight | 12 pounds |
Manufacturer | Janome |
Date First Available | October 30, 2005 |
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Product Description
The Hello Kitty is a fully function 3/4 model that is perfect for the beginning sewist! It offers a free arm and a carry handle for easy portability. This 12-lb. machine offers 11 stitches, including 2 stretch stitches and a built-in buttonhole. Standard Janome quality and durability make this the perfect machine for a first-time sewist as a quilting machine to take to classes.
From the manufacturer
In The Box
- Bobbins
- Buttonhole Foot
- Carrying Case/Cover
- Needles
- Owner's Manual
- Seam Ripper
- Spool Holder
- Zig-Zag Foot
Janome 11706 3/4 Size Hello Kitty Sewing Machine
The Hello Kitty is a fully functional 3/4 model that is perfect for the beginning sewist! It offers a free arm and a carry handle for easy portability. This 11-lb. machine offers 11 stitches, including 2 stretch stitches and a built-in buttonhole. Standard Janome quality and durability make this the perfect machine for a first-time sewist as a quilting machine to take to classes. This adorable compact sewing machine is perfect for Hello Kitty fans!
- 8 stitches
- ¾ size model – perfect for beginners!
- 1 four-step buttonhole
- 3-piece feed dog
- Extra high presser foot lift
- Free arm
- Maximum stitch length 4mm
- Maximum stitch width 5mm
- Push-pull bobbin winder
- Snap on presser feet
- Stitch selection dial
- Vertical oscillating hook bobbin
Features
1. Snap on Presser Feet – Three Feet included
2. Etched Needle Plate and 3-piece feed dog
3. Easy Tension Control Dial
4. Reverse Lever
5. Stitch Selection Dial
6. Push Pull Bobbin Winder
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Needle PlateThree Presser Feet and Etched Needle Plate. |
Easy Reverse LeverLocking stitches is easy with the easy to reach reverse lever. |
Stitches8 built in stitches. |
Tension DianlSet your tension for different fabric types. Proper upper thread tension helps to maintain consistent stitches. |
About Janome
Our mission is to produce machines which inspire creativity and innovation, yet are simple to use. We know the most important thing about our products is not the machines themselves, but what you create with them. The better your tools, the more inventive, artistic and pleasurable your sewing experience. That’s why we design our machines for performance, but also for comfort, quality, and intuitive ease of operation.
As a leader in the sewing industry, we keep striving to provide best-in-class products and services which enable sewists' creativity and innovation. At Janome America, we create our products to inspire, not intimidate—because the most important function our machines perform is to set free your creativity.
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Customers like the quality, appearance, performance and size of the sewing machine. They mention that its a well-made machine, the stitches are very cleanly made and that its the perfect size for their petite hands. They also like the value, and ease of use. However, some customers differ on speed.
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Customers like the quality of the sewing machine. They say it is a sturdy, well-made machine, and the stitches are very cleanly made. They also mention that it is heavy and steel, and has all the parts and pieces to do a good job. Some customers also say that it's a great starting sewing machine for their 8-year-old.
"...it's very sturdy, very easy to use and gives a great stitch.. It has a front loading bobbin, which I have always read is the sign of a better made..." Read more
"...The stitches are very cleanly made.I'm perplexed by the reviews saying it can't handle heavy fabric. Because...um...it can...." Read more
"...The bobbin winder works great. Its easy to thread. The stitches are smooth and the needle goes through several layers of fabric like butter...." Read more
"...It's very sturdy and of really good quality — (grandma says - as I understand none of this bit) it's simple to thread, though the bobbin..." Read more
Customers find the sewing machine easy to use. They say the stitch dial makes it very easy, the setup instructions are easy, and it's user friendly for any age. The bobbin winder works great and is simple to thread. Some say it'd be great for a pre-teen.
"...it's very sturdy, very easy to use and gives a great stitch.. It has a front loading bobbin, which I have always read is the sign of a better made..." Read more
"...The stitch dial makes it very easy. The bobbin winder works great. Its easy to thread...." Read more
"...quality — (grandma says - as I understand none of this bit) it's simple to thread, though the bobbin compartment is best suited to small hands and..." Read more
"...But for the work I do, it's not enough. It's definitely great for a beginner, but I will be upgrading soon...." Read more
Customers like the performance of the sewing machine. They say it's a good little work horse, works well on light to moderately heavy fabric, and is safe for little ones. Some say they've had no issues with the bobbins, and find it user friendly for any age.
"...In the end, this smaller machine is very basic, but does the job and does it well." Read more
"...The stitch dial makes it very easy. The bobbin winder works great. Its easy to thread...." Read more
"The machine is fairly sturdy for what it is, and works somewhat well on light to moderately heavy fabric in testing...." Read more
"...Hello, Hello Kitty. It is small, cute, and gets the job done...." Read more
Customers like the appearance of the sewing machine. They mention it's cute, has a bright color, and a cute name. Some appreciate the smaller size and ease of use.
"...I really love the retro look as well as the retro color... This would make a great first machine as well as a favorite for seasoned sewers.. it's..." Read more
"...Its also adorable!I highly recommend this machine." Read more
"...It looks cute too" Read more
"...I saw this and was sold. Hello, Hello Kitty. It is small, cute, and gets the job done...." Read more
Customers are satisfied with the size of the sewing machine. They mention that it is compact, durable, and cute. Some say that it's the perfect size for their petite hands.
"...it is a bit smaller than my other machines, but the actual work space is the same size..It shares a table with my serger, so I appreciate that it..." Read more
"...I saw this and was sold. Hello, Hello Kitty. It is small, cute, and gets the job done...." Read more
"...This machine is easy to use and a great size...." Read more
"...This is a sturdy and great quality machine. I like the smaller size and works great for my 5 year old daughter...." Read more
Customers appreciate the value of the sewing machine. They mention it is wonderful for the price and a great purchase.
"This machine is worth every penny! Bought it for my kids to learn on and the 3/4 size is perfect for them...." Read more
"...It has hello kitty. It sews like a full size machine. Great purchase...." Read more
"...We were very pleased with the price/quality ratio...." Read more
"...Well worth the money." Read more
Customers find the ease of storage of the sewing machine to be a great feature. They mention that it is light weight, portable, and easy to use and carry. Some say that it's perfect for traveling to quilting trips and that it has simple choices for stitches and is very easy to mend while away from home.
"...I love that it is light weight and portable...." Read more
"...Oh, and I am an adult. The best part is how little it is and easy to store...." Read more
"...college student who wants to be able to mend while away from home--light weight and has a handle...." Read more
"...Perfect for traveling to quilting trips, it has simple choices for stitches and is very easy to use. With Janome as the maker, you can't go wrong...." Read more
Customers have mixed opinions about the speed of the sewing machine. Some mention that it's easy to control the speed by way of pressure on the foot, it has a decent bit of speed to it, and it runs incredibly smoothly. Others say that it isn't very sensitive, it doesn't go as slow as their daughter needs, and the needle timing was off.
"...It isn't loud at all. Just a soft hum. You can easily control the sewing speed by adjusting how far you press the pedal...." Read more
"...The foot is also not very sensitive so it doesn't goes as slow as my daughter needs." Read more
"...All the stitches are clean on all tension levels - the speed is easy to control by way of pressure on the foot-pedal and the..." Read more
"...The main cons are that the speed is hard to control, as other reviewers have mentioned...." Read more
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I'm so impressed with this little machine.. It's called a 3/4 machine, and it is a bit smaller than my other machines, but the actual work space is the same size..It shares a table with my serger, so I appreciate that it doesn't take up as much room as a full size. it's very sturdy, very easy to use and gives a great stitch.. It has a front loading bobbin, which I have always read is the sign of a better made machine. Some other reviewers stated that you can buy more bobbins for this at Walmart, but my old singer used metal class 66 bobbins, which appeared to be the same size as the plastic bobbin that came with this machine.. I tried one on this and it worked great.. i prefer metal bobbins by far, so that's a huge plus.. I wish there was a wider stitch zig zag, but other than that, I'm very happy with it.. I use my ms kitty machine to sew cat products, which seems very fitting. I really love the retro look as well as the retro color... This would make a great first machine as well as a favorite for seasoned sewers.. it's just a fun, dependable little machine..
I'm perplexed by the reviews saying it can't handle heavy fabric. Because...um...it can. I sewed a bag with this machine using upholstery fabric so I decided to test what the machine can actually handle. (At the risk of breaking my machine). I sent it through six layers of upholstery fabric using size 14 needle and decent quality polyester thread. It slowed a little but sewed just fine. No need to adjust tension or anything (in fact, i have yet to need to adjust tension at all). Stitches stayed even and clean. I then got really brave and sent it through 11, yes, ELEVEN, layers of upholstery fabric and it slowed a lot but kept going, didn't sound like it was struggling and didn't look like it was struggling, it just slowed. And yes, it evenly and cleanly sewed through all eleven layers. It also had no problem jumping from really thick layered fabric directly to thinly layered fabric.
I did hit two limits. I couldn't sew any thicker than that. Because I couldn't fit anything thicker under the foot. Also, when I was layering upholstery fabric in making the handles of my bag, I had to sew over parts I'd previously already sewn over and my needle occasionally stopped and wouldn't sew further. After investigation, I discovered I was sewing over knotted/bunched up thread from mistakes in my early sewing. The needle simply couldn't pierce through the knots so it stopped completely. However, since the knotted thread was user error (caused by trying to control the movement of the fabric too much and not letting the machine do its job) and not machine error, I certainly can't blame this fail on the machine. It sews fine over stitching that was even and knotless.
I was concerned about reviews saying it struggles with knit fabric when I was trying to decide whether to buy the machine. I haven't tested this because I know there is a technique to working with knits and...I don't know it. But I really think these complaints are most likely user error - i.e. they don't know the technique to working with knits any more than I do and are sabotaging their own work. I just don't think a machine that sews as easily and cleanly and powerfully as this one will just fall flat when it comes to knits. It seems to well thought out for such an obvious design failure.
In the end, this smaller machine is very basic, but does the job and does it well.
I did a lot of research on mini sewing machines. I considered the Janome mini but it lacked a few basics I felt where needed. I looked at the little battery powered ones and even the handheld ones. All where lacking something and I saw several comments where stitches were skipped or bunched under the fabric. Tension seemed to be off with these. I didn't want to get a dud.
This machine is the same as the Kenmore Mini Ultra. They made those for a while and you could probably find one used somewhere for cheap.
One of the things I really liked was that it was so quiet! I thought such a smaller machine would be loud- but its wonderful. The stitch dial makes it very easy. The bobbin winder works great. Its easy to thread. The stitches are smooth and the needle goes through several layers of fabric like butter. Its also adorable!
I highly recommend this machine.