Meet the New Janome Horizon especially designed for quilters...


Introducing...

Janome Horizon MC9480 Quilter's Edition Sewing Machine
(part of the prestigious Memory Craft family)

You get:

• Janome Horizon MC9480QCP Sewing Machine 
  (RRP: $8,999.00)
   
• Standard Accessory Pack + Accesory Box
   
• BONUS: Extra Wide Extension Table
   
• BONUS: A.S.R. Quilting Stitch Regulator
   
• BONUS: Instruction Video Online
   
• 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 need more space for quilting - a bigger throat area is what you need
• You love to free-motion quilt but need help keeping stitches even
• You wanted the Continental M8, but it's too big for your space (and budget)
• You've already DECIDED on the machine you want - but new to shopping online. So you're comparing prices and searching for a trust worthy source

Feeling unsure because you've never bought a high-end sewing machine online 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!

   

Part of Janome's Professional Series - your new Janome Horizon Memory Craft 9480QCP (MC9480 for short) will provide a reliable sewing experience at your finger tips.....so you can make the MOST out of your precious sewing sessions.

Finally - the sewing machine that brings out the best in you!

Imagine how much joy it'll be to complete ambitious projects quickly and easily - when Your new Janome sewing machine is there to help deliver Professional Results, yet  so easy to achieve.

I'm so sure you'll just love your new Janome Horizon MC9480 because others are absolutely thrilled with theirs!  

 


Full of practical, user-friendly functions,
Your New Janome Horizon MC 9480QCP will soon become your best friend.

Janome is well-known for their Memory Craft range (the famous "MC Series"). Horizon is their signature collection.

Your new MC9480QCP comes with an  instruction video online to help you get the most out of your investment!

It has the generous arm and bed space of the Horizon range, the speed an precision of a professional model - but the quiet, easy operation of a Memory Craft. Best of all worlds.

The Horizon MC 9480 QCP is capable of doing 1060 stitches per minute - for those who are prolific at sewing and quilting - so you can get twice as much done!

It still has everything to help you complete your projects faster and with better results. And now, it also has additional feature and control for an even higher level of expert finish.

 

 

Here's the Long-Awaited Special Feature:

Love to do free-motion quilting but *hate* getting uneven stitch lengths?

The answer is Accurate Stitch Regulator (A.S.R. for short). Once connected, ASR takes over the speed control for free motion quilting - so your fabric gets moved automatically at the same speed as how fast (or slow) you sew.

This means you can create consistent stitch lengths instantly. Discover the joy of quilting (even if you're a newbie), while your effortlessly beautiful result amazes everyone. Shhh... don't tell them how easy it is ;-)


 

These are some more features you'll LOVE:

The Memory Carft 9480QCP comes with AcuFeed Flex, which is a layered fabric feeding  system previously only available in European machines. This function ensures your sewing and quilting are even, smooth and precise on all types of fabric - it's like a  built-in walking foot!

The start / stop button provided fingertip control of stitching. Enjoy 9 white ultra-bright LED in 4 Locations inc High Light brightens the entire 11" x 5" (280 x 120 mm) arm and throat space. And the favourite stitch setting default means when you turn the machine on, your favourite settings are ready to go!

Being an extra large quilter's machine (13.2 kg), it's perfect for a more ambitious sewist, who is ready to go up the next level in their creative journey, but not as heavily into fancy machine embroidery.

With sturdy construction and extra throat depth, MC9480QCP is a stylish machine with substance most commonly used for prolific quilters on their quilting frames (in place of long-arm quilting machnes).

While it may appear complex, it is intuitively designed with YOU in mind and it is an absolute joy to use - and the  instruction book and video online that comes with it is so comprehensive too!

Best thing? You new MC9480 has a bobbin sensor which monitors your thread level in the bobbin, and gives you a timely warning when your thread is running low. Brilliant, huh?

 

 

The Janome MC9480QCP is a superb quality professional computerised model offered at a fantastic value!

What you get is Your Top-of Range Quilter's Dream - yet Easy to Use as well!
 

• Your new Horizon 9480QCP is THE Most Affordable model on the market with ASR Stitch Regulator for free-motion quilting. Just wait 'til you try it...
• You get a great selection of 350 built-in stitches - with 11 buttonhole styles too!
• Don't worry if you can't remember all the stitches - there's a Quick Reference Stitch Chart inside the lid so you'll get the most out of your new machine :-)
• With 91 Needle Positions - you'll have precise control for foot alignment!
• Easy Change Needle Plates x 3 for precision sewing with needle drop position, angle marks and sewing guides in front of the sewing foot.
• Can do Letters & Numbers (but it's  not a true monogram embroidery machine)
• Enjoy Lettering (in 9 fonts including Cyrillic & Japanese) with large LCD screen means selecting pattern, changing stitch width / length is a breeze.
• Extra design abilities with Stitch Elongation (up to 5 times in satin stitches) and Mirror Image (horizontally).
• Plus a handy Stitch Tapering function to finish off your pattern perfectly.
• Use in conjustion with the Stitch Pivoting function, you can even mitre your designs for corners!
• Unleash your creativity with Stitch Composer Software that comes free with the machine (for Windows only).
• Save up to 40 created stitches directly in the machine huge 3MB Memory.
• It comes with a convenient Automatic Thread Cutter - at a touch of a button, your thread is neatly cut for you at the end of each stitch. Brillant!
• Have too much on the go and need to sew hard and  fast? No worries - go up to  1060 spm for Straight stitching and 700 spm for Zigzag.
• Passionate about  machine quilting? You can try Free-Motion and Ruler Works next. You'll find quite a few presser feet for these :-)
• Quilters love the  Large Throat space:  11" x 9.25" (280 x 235 mm) 
• Also, you will LOVE the  Bonus Extension Quilting Table too!
• MC9480 is multi-lingual - choose from 13 languages on the display menu to give you a helping hand in the language you're most comfortable in!
• This is a  top bobbin loading machine ("Top Loading" for short) which means your bobbin drops in from above, with a see-through window.
• It has  Adjustable Foot Pressure - you can adjust the amount of  pressure to suit your fabric, whether you're sewing denim or chiffon!
• Robust, Versatile and  Solid-Built at 13.2 kg - perfectly suited for the serious & prolific sewist like you - finally a machine that keeps up with YOU!
• A favourite feature is the essential Knee Lift - it lets you lift the presser foot while keeping your hands on your work - ergonomically!
• It comes with a convenient Automatic Thread Cutter - at a touch of a button, your thread is neatly cut for you at the end of each stitch - hands free. Brillant!
• Enjoy the exclusive AcuFeed Flex System for built-in even feeding - just like having a walking foot without the bother of screw driver.
• Difficult fabric? No problems. Engage AcuFeed Balance Dial to adjust feed in case the fabric puckers on top or below. Easy!
• Never run out of bobbin threads, ever again! There's a built-in Bobbin Sensor that gives you low thread warnings. Brilliant, huh?
• Including a Bonus Instruction Video Online to help you get started - so you can enjoy your new fancy machine straight out of the box - stress free!

 

 

Like all Janomes, the Horizon MC9480QCP 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 Versatile, Feature-Packed Computerised model to take your sewing to the next level - whether you have a new found passion for sewing or looking for an upgrade.
• Easy stitch selection with LCD screen and easy-to-use buttons at the touch of your finger tips.
• All the functions you want - and more. Why settle for less when you can have it all?
• Maximum Stitch Width: 9 mm 
• Maximum Stitch Length: 5 mm
• Automatic Thread Cutter for hands-free thread cutting - just like the BEST industrial machines!
• Clip-on Feet for quick change. No screw driver required!
• Super Smooth Feeding - with Janome's Trade Mark Superior Plus Feed System (SFS+)
• Auto Threading Function - hate threading needles? This handy gadget means no more squinting and eye strains!
• One-Touch Needle Up / Down Position  - gain precise control and create perfect mitre corners and intricate curves.
• Stop / Start Button - a unique feature that allows you to sew without the foot pedal. Perfect for those with injuries/disabilities, or simply wanted to do without another thing to plug in.
• Memorised Needle Up / Down Setting - to help you sew smoothly with precision without having to manually move the hand wheel to change needle position constantly.
• Auto Lock / Reverse Stitch - at a touch, you can secure each and every seam with ease!
• Removeable Flat-Bed - lets you sew "free arm", perfect for fiddly bits like sleeves and armholes.
• Built-In One-Step Buttonholes (11 different styles) - creating professional results have never been so easy!
• Twin Needle Capability - the extra spool pins with its own slot means you can thread up TWO spools of thread. One set of Twin needle included.
• Fast & Simple to Thread-up  - Never cringe again when you need to use different colour threads!
• Drop-In Bobbin System - makes changing bobbin super simple and runs jam-proof with Janome's famous magnetic system.
• Adjustmentable Foot Pressure - so you can handle all types and weights of fabric!
• A favourite feature is the essential Knee Lift - it lets you lift the presser foot while keeping your hands on your work - ergonomically!
• 350 Built-in Utility and Decorative Stitches - so you will be able to create unlimited combination at your finger tips!
• Lettering: Write with 9 Different Fonts
• Programmable up to 40 stitches - save direct on 3MB huge memory!
• A Built-in Stitch Chart (read: Cheat Sheet) is provided as a handy refence, at your finger tips.
• Super Smooth Feeding of materials  - with AccuFeed and the 7- Piece Feed Dog System gives you smooth, snag-free sewing .
• Sew like a professional with Even Seam Allowances - various measurements are all engraved on the plate for you, with both inches & millimetres
• Five Built-in light sources (LED) so you can see clearly and comfortably!
• Solid Weight (ideal for serious sewing) - around 13.2 kgs, so you know it will stay perfectly still no matter how fast you sew!
• Storage Box - provides a handy place to pop your feet, bobbins and tools between use. Keeping your sewing area neat, and no more hunting around in your sewing baskets!
• Embroidered Cover to protect your machine - so you get more years out of it by keeping it in pristine condition!
• BONUS: comprehensive instruction video online to help you get the most out of your investment

      The new Janome Horizon MC9480QCP gives you all of the BEST features in a user-friendly machine ...... without breaking the bank!

The Recommended Retail Price (RRP) on Janome Australia website is $8,999.00 - 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:
 

• Zig Zag / All Purpose Foot A - if there is ONE foot you need, it'd be this one.
• Rolled Hem Foot D - to help you achieve a refined "couturier" finish with ease.
• Zipper Foot E - so you can sew zips with professional results!
• Satin Stitch Foot F - perfect for applique & embroidery.
• Open Toe Satin Stitch Foot F2 - commonly known as the " Open Toe Applique Foot". 
• Blind Hem Foot G - never pay for alterations again if your pants or skirts are too long.
• Quilting Bar L - handy for quilting perfectly parallel lines
• Over-edge Foot M - this allows thread to wrap around the edge of the fabric to prevent unraveling. 
• 1/4" Foot O with Guide - helps you stay precise with seam allowance. Essential for patchwork piecing!
• 1/4" Foot O without Guide - for a scant quarter inch, this foot works best.
• Darning Foot PD-H Close Toe - for darning, stippling, free-motion quilting, embroidery & denim jeans repairing
• Darning Foot PD-H Open Toe - this foot does everything the close-toe version does, but gives you better visibility
• Free Motion Quilting Closed-toe Foot QC - for darning, stippling, free-motion quilting, embroidery. Closed-toe for better control.
• Free Motion Quilting Open-toe Foot QO -for darning, stippling, free-motion quilting, embroidery. Open-toe for better visibility.
• Free Motion Quilting Zigzag Foot QV - shaped like a bulls-eye target with a red grid to help you focus when you go fast!
• Variable Zigzag Foot QZ - great for thread painting, you can create zigzag stitches up to to 9 mm in width. You can vary the width with the knee lifter too.
• Ruler Work Foot QR - design to be used with templates along the edge of the foot to create straight, curved, or repetitious patterns depending on your ruler or quilting template. The v-shaped gap in the front enhances visibility.
• Automatic Buttonhole Foot R - makes buttonholes a breeze and no measurement required!
• Buttonhole Stabilizer Plate - works in conjunction with Buttonhole Foot R to feed uneven layers smoothly - ensuring even and precise buttonholes, even on jeans, wool, fleece, or stretch fabrics.
• Button Sewing Foot T - why do it by hand when you can let the machine help?!
• Button Shank Plate / Stump Jumper - for button sewing on thick fabric, and also helps you get over bulky seams effortlessly!
• Cloth Guide Button Shank Plate
• AcuFeed Foot AD (twin) - perfect for quilting, applique, and cut work.
• AcuFeed Foot Holder - part of the Dual Feed Foot AD.
• AcuFeed Flex Professional Grade Foot HP2 - sized perfectly for sewing a scant 1/4' seam, piecing done easily and precisely!
• Professional Grade Foot HP - great for quilting and sewing leather or vinyl, it is also great for eliminating puckering when sewing knit fabric.
• Needle Plate HP - designed specifically to go with your professional grade foot HP
• Needle Plate Straight Stitch (3 holes L/M/R) - for straight stitching (Note: Do Not Use for zigzag)
• Needle Plate (Standard) - the universal needle plates with the most commonly used markings (already on the machine)
• Bobbin x 5 - fill 'em up and have 'em ready to go! (one comes inside the machine)
• Needle Set (including Twin Needle)  so you can change needle often and protect your fabric.
• Lint Brush - makes cleaning easy.
• Seam Ripper / Buttonhole Opener - handy to have around.
• Quilting Guide Bar - use it to keep your quilting lines perfectly paralell.
• Screwdrivers - handy to have around!
• Spool Holder x 2 (Large) - to keep you thread in place (one on machine).
• Spool Holder x 2 (Small) - perfect for embroidery when your spools are smaller.
• Spool Holder x 2 (Special) - for those spools that need a different fitting.
• Spool Rest x 2 - for using bigger cones of thread.
• Touch Panel Stylus - makes stitch / pattern selection effortless!
• Adjustable Knee Lifter - never lift a finger when you need to lift the presser foot, just like an industrial machine!
• Foot Control (larger style) - lets you drive the machine just like driving a car :-)
• Thread Cutting Switch
• Power Cable - in Australian plug
• USB Cable - to help connect your devices
• PC Applications Software (stitch composer/screen saver tool/ quilt block advisor) Windows only
• Semi Hard Machine Cover to keep your machine in top-nic and dust-free!
• Instruction Book - so you and your new machine can get to know each other :-)
• BONUS: Accessory Box - to keep all your goodies together. Never rummage in your drawers ever again!
• BONUS: Extra Wide Table - the largest extension table, ever!
• BONUS: Instruction Video Online - enjoy expert tuition on your finger tips, 24 / 7

That's  everything you need - to get you sewing right out of the box!

 

 

Not All Sewing Machines Are Made Equal...

Even the most basic Janome is made to last!

Take a peek: an X-Ray view if you will. The photos here show a Janome JR1012 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 their Janome Horizon MC9480QCP:
 

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 MC9480QCP 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".

While most domestic machines have LOW shanks, the Janome Horizon MC9480QCP has HIGH shank, and uses the AccuFeed system so there in NO need for a separate walking foot.

 

Which one is MC9480QCP?

The MC9480QCP is a "Top-Loading" machine, and uses "Horizontal Full Rotary Hook" mechanism. It has HIGH shank with 9mm maximum stitch width.


Can I buy other presser feet?

Sure! Please see individual listing in our store for details. Look for HIGH shank feet for 9mm machines.

Though please bear in mind this machine comes with AccuFeed system, so there is NO need to have a separate walking foot. Easy!


 

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.

For the 9480QCP Janome Australia has included some of the BEST package you'd find in a sewing machine, so you probably won't need to order other feet (check it out)!


What bout regular maintenance and services?

You are able to get your machine looked after by your local mechanic who looks after Janome.

Just let them know it is a "Top Loading" Janome Machine with "High 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% committed 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 MC9480QCP 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...