Introducing...

Janome FD-216 Mechanical Sewing Machine


You get:

• Janome FD216 Sewing Machine (RRP: $499)
   
• Standard Accessory Pack
   
• 2 Year Warranty
   
• 60 Day No Nonsense Money Back Guarantee
   
• Bonus Support Not Available From Other Online Sellers

 
If you're looking at this Janome sewing machine, chances are...
 

• You're just starting out and not sure you'll sew a lot
• You have a shoestring budget but still want something robust that lasts
• You're not interested in cheap, plastic-y, toy-like sewing machines

Feeling unsure because you've never owned a sewing machine before?
Don't be. Because you're not alone...  

First of all... Congratulations on your decision to buy a brand new sewing machine!

Choosing the right machine will give you many hours of  sewing pleasure, and it's important that you feel  comfortable & happy that you've made the right choice.

But... I also know how daunting it can be to consider getting a sewing machine.

Because there are so many to choose from.... where to start? Fear not, and  read on....
 
Here's a little bit of insider information...

Having worked for a decade or so behind the scene in the clothing industry, I was formally trained as a Fashion Designer - and later spent 10 years teaching others the joy of sewing. I like to share insider tricks, and I believe that you get what you pay for. Buy Well,  Buy Once.

Of all the machines I've used over the years, Janome is My Favourite Domestic Sewing Brand By Far - in fact, the only brand I  trust & recommend to everyone.

Why?

For 3 Good Reasons.
 

• Janome is  one of only TWO sewing machine brands in the world still owned by the original founding family. They take quality control seriously.
• Janome parts are Always Available and Simple to Maintain.
• Janome makes machines that are  Easy to Use.

Unlike many other sewing machine brands - Janome makes ALL of their machines in their  own factories. They don't contract out the manufacturing, and never cut corners just to save a buck.

That means you will always Enjoy Reliable Quality - no matter what your budget might be!

 

 

Your new Janome FD216 will provide a reliable sewinging experience at your finger tips..... so you can get sewing with minimal expenses - knowing your machine is basic yet more capable than it seems!

Imagine how much easier it'll be  to get your household mending done - taking up those jeans, for example - when Your new Janome sewing machine is there to help make everything look so professional, yet so easy to achieve. 

I'm so sure you'll just love your new Janome FD216 because of all the wonderful feedback and emails from  other customers who are absolutely thrilled with theirs!
   

 

Full of practical, user-friendly functions,
Your New Janome FD216 will soon become your best friend.

The Janome FD216 is a top quality entry level model offered at budget-friendly price. What you get is a robust mechanical machine .
 

• As simple and basic as it seems, FD216 is capable of giving you 58 stitch functions from 16 built-in stitches including a 4-step buttonhole.
• The  easy-to-use dial means selecting pattern, changing stitch width and length are a breeze.
• It comes with a  convenient built-in blade for thread cutting - one hand is all you need, for getting your sewing off the machine at the end of each stitch.
• Want to sew armholes and other fiddly bits? No worries - take off the storage box and you have a free arm.
• Sew at your own pace - the Speed Control lets you sew up to 830 stitches per minute for those who want to get more done in less time!
• Thinking of taking up  machine quilting? Easy. Simply lower your feed dog to make way for free-motion quilting.
• This is a TOP bobbin loading machine ("Top Loading" for short). The bobbin simply pops in from the sewing area of the machine. Easier than ever!
• It has denim sewing capabilities - perfect for those mending and alterations to save your favourite jeans.
• Lightweight (6kg) yet made of  real metal interior - great for classes, the price is also right for a beginner or the budget-conscious. Perfect!

   

True to the Janome reliability, your FD-216 is designed to withstand daily usage - it produces beautiful stitches over and over again - thanks to the precise stitch mechanism Janome is known for, you can now create professional results every single day!

 

     


 
 
Discover...

• A Robust, Reliable Mechnical model to suit your needs - whether you have a passion for sewing or just want to get things fixed around the house.
• Easy stitch selection with easy-to-use dials at the touch of your finger tips.
• Just the functions you need - without the ones you don't. Why pay more for what you don't use?
• Maximum Stitch Width: 5 mm 
• Maximum Stitch Length: 4 mm
• Clip-on Feet for quick change. No screw driver required!
• Feed Dogs Lever to lower or rasie  your feed dogs - free-motion quilting or embroidery is a breeze.
• Reverse Stitch - press the lever and you can secure each and every seam with ease!
• Twin Needle Capability - two built-in spool pins means you can thread up TWO spools of thread, side-by-side. Twin needle NOT included.
• Built-in Needle Threader - Thread effortlessly without squinting. Never cringe again when you need to use different colour threads!
• Top-Load Bobbin System - so getting started is easier than ever, and you can SEE how much thread is left on the bobbin :-)
• Four-Step Buttonholes  - creating neat results have never been so easy!
• 58 Unique Stitch functions from 16 Built-In Stitches - so you will be able to create unlimited combination at your finger tips!
• Built-in LED light so you can see what you're sewing!
• Sew like a professional with Even Seam Allowances - various measurements are all engraved on the plate for you, with both inches & millimetres
• Light Weight (ideal for attending classes or social groups) - around 6 kgs, grab it by the handle and take your sewing with you wherever you go!
• Removeable Storage Table  - lets you sew "free arm", perfect for fiddly bits like sleeves and armholes.
• Hidden Accessory Box - provides a handy place to pop your feet, bobbins and tools between use. No more hunting around in your sewing baskets!

     

 


The new Janome FD216 gives you a wide range of features in an entry-level machine ...... without breaking the bank.

The Recommended Retail Price (RRP) given by Janome Australia is $499.00 - but you don't need to pay that much when you shop with us!    

Wondering What Else you get with the machine?

 

Also included with your machine is your Standard Accessories, which includes:

• Bobbin x 4 - fill 'em up and have 'em ready to go!
• Seam Ripper / Buttonhole Opener - handy to have around. 
• Needle Set (3 needles) so you can change needle often and protect your fabric.
• Spool Holder (Large) - perfect for using with large spools of thread.
• Spool Holder (Small) - handy when your thread spools are smaller.
• Additional Spool Pin - for a 2nd spool, essential for twin-needle sewing.
• Buttonhole Foot - essential for perfect buttonholes.
• Zig Zag / All Purpose Foot - if there is ONE foot you need, it'd be this one.
• Zipper Foot - so you can sew zips - quickly & easily!
• Blind Hem Foot - to help you finish hems like a pro.
• Screwdriver Key - compact size, perfect for this machine.
• Instruction Book - so you and your new machine  can get to know each other :-)
• Foot Control with Australian Plug - get sewing straight out of the box!

That's everything you need to get startedcd on your new adventure!

   

Not All Sewing Machines Are Made Equal...


Take a peek: an X-Ray view if you will. The photos here show a Janome JR1012 (which is a previous version of FD216) with a see-through exterior.

You can easily see - inside every Janome there is REAL metal (aluminium die-cast to be exact) that can be found in even the most inexpensive, entry level Janome.

The die-cast aluminium frame in a Janome provides the strength and stability required for the precise action of the sewing machine needle and mechanism.
 
The exterior is just that - a shell - and not part of the structure of the machine.

Unfortunately there are other brands of sewing machine on the market in Australia right now that have no internal frame (let along metal). It means the components are merely attached to the outer plastic shell of the machine. There is simply not enough rigidity for high speed movements!

With Janome, there is always inner structrual support  which means your sewing machine performs better, and it lasts longer. Buy Well, Buy Once.

 

 

Still not sure?

Here's what one (of many) happy customers had to say after purchasing theirs:

   

We have been fortunate enough to source a few of these excellent machines for Our Customers....

 

 

IMPORTANT

Your Machine is Well Protected for Safe Travel.....

So when you open the box, your will find the new Janome nice and snug inside its own foam cut-out.

I always make sure that my customers keep these foam cut-outs along with the box it came in - just in case you need to move house or put your machine into storage.

Also, in the highly unlikely event where you may need to send the machine back to us for a any reason, the machine will need to reach us in all of its original package, because we cannot be responsible for any damage incurred in transit.

The best way to ensure safe travel for your machine is to simply KEEP every bit of the packaging and put them back inside the box, then just store the box out of the way. Easy!

 

 


What's the Difference between "Top Loading" and "Front Loading" machines?

Whether a sewing machine is referred to as "top-loading" or "front-loading" it is the bobbin position that tells them apart.

A "Top Loading" machine has a "drop-in" bobbin, where the bobbin goes in from the top, directly underneath your needle and presser foot. The lid is usually clear so you can see the bobbin.

This type of mechanism is called "Horizontal Full Rotary Hook", where the bobbin is driven by the machine to go round and round in full circle movements. Horizontal refers to the bobbin position - it sits horizontally in your machine and faces up.
A "Front Loading" machine has a different spot for your bobbin. It is hidden behind the storage box, inside a trap door. You cannot see the bobbin at all until you open the trap door - and then you will see a metal bobbin case, which is removable. You filled bobbin goes inside this metal case.

This type of mechanism is called "Vertical Oscillating Hook", where the bobbin goes side to side instead of completing a circle. The bobbin stays vertical inside the bobbin case.
What does "Low Shank" and "High Shank" mean?

It means "shank height" or "shank size".

Most domestic machines have LOW shanks. Just to give you an idea, we sell about 10 low shank presser feet to ONE high shank foot.
 

That means if you don't know what sort of shank your machine has, it's probably a LOW shank. Because High Shank machines are generally "fancy" embroidery models which are more costly, and those who invest in these models tend to know exactly what shank type it is.


Which one is FD216?

FD216 is a "Top-Loading" machine, and uses "Horizontal Full Rotary Hook" mechanism.

This model has LOW shank.


Can I buy other presser feet?

Sure! Please see individual listing in our store for details.

This machine only comes with two, so chances are you might want to get a few specialty feet such as walking foot or darning foot for quilting.

Janome Australia did not include any specialty foot in the package, because the FD216 is an Entry-Level Model (you get essential functions at a great price).


Can I do free-motion quilting and embroidery with the FD216?

Yes, definitely!

All you need to do is lowering the feed dogs so that the machine does not "feed" the material for you, allowing you to "steer" the stitching in any direction for free-motion work.

The lever to do this is located behind the removable storage area. Simply act as if you're going to set up for "free-arm" sewing,and you'll find it.
 

Where Do I Go For Regular Service Or To Purchase Parts and Accessories?

Janome Japan has been manufacturing some of the BEST machines since 1921. Because of their popularity and reliability any issues with service or parts are easy and cheap to solve.

We also supply other feet and attachments to suit - please check their individual listings in our store for details.

All spare parts and additional accessories are available from any mechanic who looks after Janome. Just let them know it is a "Front Loading" Janome Machine with "Low Shank". They will also be able to service your machine regularly, so you can easily keep your machine working at optimal condition.

From my experience, my Janome has been like a Toyota car - always reliable, simple to operate, easy to buy parts and cheap to service. What else could you ask for in a sewing machine?


Wondering about Warranty? 

In the unlikely event something does go wrong, we've got you covered.

Keep read on below for more details...


Sounds Good - but why wouldn't I buy directly from Janome?

Great question!

Here's something most people didn't know: Janome Australia doesn't deal directly with the public. Neither does Janome USA or Janome UK.

Actually, the authentic Janome website won't let you place orders. You can find all sorts of information there, but you won't find an "Add to Cart" button if you're looking at the real deal.

In case you come across any website with "Janome" in the name that you could buy from - chances are, you've found someone who'd like you to think that you're dealing directly with Janome Australia themselves. Which isn't the case.

Think about it for a second: when someone is prepared to hide the truth about who they really are, what else might they be hiding?


Why should I shop with you over a dealer with a brick-and-mortar shop?

Yes, it is true that we ARE an online store. We do not have a physical shop front.

That means we take online shopping seriously - because this is ALL we do. This is our life's work and we are 100% commited to look after YOU.

Not having a physical shop front means YOU have our undivided attention.

When you shop with us, there will be no distractions, no other customers to fight over, no waiting in line just to ask a question. It's just you, the products you want, and really detailed description plus heaps of photos (that we take ourselves) to make sure that you know exactly what you are ordering. That's our way of making shopping (and sewing) easier for you!

Instead of worrying about rents, keeping up appearances, and going into price-war with other dealers, our sole focus in on how we can make your shopping experience with us as enjoyable as possible. Because life to too short for poor services and you deserve the BEST - afterall, shopping and sewing should be fun. Right?

   

I would like to buy more than one. Can you do a better deal?

Absolutely. Group purchases and wholesale enquiries welcome. 

Our clients include small business owners in dressmaking / tailoring or alteration, group and schools, as well as craft enthusiast / artisans who sell their creations for additional income.

Email us if you want to purchase more than one, or simply make us an offer..... you might be pleasantly surprised!


Is there a phone number so I could speak to someone?

Sure. We will provide you with a direct contact number as soon as you send us an email.


Shelley and the Sew Much Easier team are always happy to answer any question, technical information, pricing or anything else you wish to know!

   

Still Deciding?

Check Out What Other Happy Janome Owners Say About Their Machine...

                   
This machine is ideal for:

• beginners who want to learn how to sew,
• aspiring young designers and stylists,
• parents who want to make a few things for their kids,
• experienced sewing experts upgrading to a new machine,
• teaching facilities,
• dressmaking / tailoring professionals,
• quilters / patchworkers needing to finish raw edges for pre-washing,
• textiles artists,
• and other creative individuals.....

If any of these sounds like you....

..... then the team here at SewMuchEasier are ready and waiting to get your Janome sewing machine on its way to you, delivered anywhere in Australia!

In a few short days your parcel will arrive....

When you open it up you'll find your new Janome safely tucked inside, ready to go.

Plug it in and hear it purr happily as you test drive the various stitches....

Imagine the sewing creation you can wizz up, so quickly and easily....


All you need to do to make it happen is...