Do you enjoy creating intricate and cosy quilts? Investing in the right specialised quilting sewing machine can elevate your crafting experience, so read on to discover if the Janome 5060 QDC is the machine for you.
Summary
A great entry level digital sewing machine that’s ideal for quilting enthusiasts.
- Buy now in the UK from Amazon (£549)
- Buy now in the US from Nova Sewing ($749.99)
About this expert: Anna-Lisa De’Ath
Anna-Lisa De’Ath has been sewing for over forty years. Following a degree in fashion at Central St Martins School of Art, she has worked as a magazine editor specialising in homes, interiors and crafts and has produced sewing and craft projects for magazines such as Your Home, HomeStyle, Bella, Prima and Good Housekeeping.
When she’s not writing, styling and producing features for interiors magazines, she teaches craft and sewing workshops from her studio in Somerset.
How we tested the Janome 5060 QDC
We thoroughly tested the sewing machine's setup, accessory attachment, and stitching capabilities, exploring a range of fabrics—viscose to denim—to assess its performance across different materials and stitch options.
Is the Janome 5060 QDC good value for money?
For those venturing into computerised sewing machines, this model offers excellent value.
It becomes an even more attractive choice for avid quilters, featuring a range of extras to enhance efficiency in completing quilting projects.
Extended Warranty and Optional Accessories
The machine comes with a standard two-year warranty, extendable up to three years for an additional £20 per year.
While equipped with a variety of feet and accessories for beginners, users can further expand their sewing capabilities with optional extras like a taping guide foot, convertible free motion quilting set, flower stitcher, and ditch quilting foot.
Replacement parts are available from Janome’s website, while their network of trusted retail partners offer replacement parts and servicing.
What are the Janome 5060 QDC features & stitch options?
Machine Design and Size
- Free Arm / Flat Bed Conversion
- Top Loading
- Machine Size: 406 x 302 x 177mm
- Arm Space: 170mm
- Maximum Sewing Speed: 820 s.p.m.
- Approximate Weight: 6.4kg
Feed System and Controls
- Superior Feed System (SFS+) 7 Piece Feed Dog
- LCD Display and LED Lamp
- Foot Pressure Adjustment (6 Levels)
- Needle Threader
- Max Stitch Length: 5mm/ Max Stitch Width: 7mm
- Horizontal Type Spool Pin
- Speed Control Slider
- Start / Stop and Reverse Button
- Manual Thread Tension Control
- Auto Thread Cutter (Scissors)
- Drop Feed
- Auto De Clutch Bobbin Winder, Easy Set Bobbin and 4 x Bobbins
- Auto Lock Stitch
- Extra Needle Penetration Power
Essential Components
- Snap-on Feet
- Twin Needle Facility
- Hard Cover and Carry Handle
- Extension Table (16in x 11in) (405mm x 280mm)
- Automatic Buttonhole, Zipper, Blind Hem Stitch, Satin Stitch and Overedge Feet
- Lint Brush, Screwdriver, Seam Ripper
- Spool Caps (Special x 2, Regular), Spare Spool Pin
Quilting Foot Set
- ¼” Seam, Darning/Embroidery, Even Feed and Satin Stitch Feet
- Cloth Guide (T-Shape)
Stitch options include
200 stitch options including 9 buttonholes, alphabet stitches with five fonts, pictorial and word stitches
Is the Janome 5060 QDC easy to use?
Whether you're a digital sewing machine novice or an experienced user, the Janome Computerised Sewing Machine surprises with its user-friendly design.
The clear LCD display, complemented by a straightforward push-button dial, offers intuitive navigation, reducing the need for frequent manual checks.
Quick Setup and Precision
The foolproof drop-in bobbin, quick-release hook cover plate, and drop-down needle threader make the initial setup a breeze.
With adjustable speeds, one-touch buttons for repetitive tasks, and a large extension table, this 6.4kg machine delivers precision and convenience, especially for quilting and crafting projects.
How well did the Janome 5060 QDC perform?
The Janome 5060 QDC seamlessly handles both lightweight and heavyweight fabrics, showcasing its versatility.
While some adjustments were needed for decorative stitches, achieving the perfect balance was a quick process, ensuring smooth and precise results.
Buttonhole Mastery
The one-step buttonhole function, delivering six distinct types of buttonhole stitches, shines on this machine, making it an excellent choice for dedicated dressmakers.
Complemented by a variety of essential feet, including a zipper foot, overedge foot, and blind hemming foot, it effortlessly manages diverse sewing tasks.
Creative Stitching Delight
Beyond the basics, the machine's decorative stitches, featuring charming scissor and thread spool images, add a delightful touch to craft projects.
The basic extension table, though somewhat compact, provides built-in storage, while the larger extension table easily enhances workspace for quilting or handling extensive fabric quantities.
Efficient Free-Arm Use
With a user-friendly design, the extension tables seamlessly slide on and off, allowing convenient transitions between free-arm use for intricate items and expanded surfaces for quilting or large-scale sewing.
The additional large extension table incorporates a practical measurement guide, ensuring precise seam alignment.
Where to buy the Janome 5060 QDC
- Buy now in the UK from Amazon (£549)
- Buy now in the US from Nova Sewing ($749.99)
Our verdict: Should you buy the Janome 5060 QDC ?
If you’re a keen quilter or someone who wants to take the first step into using a computerised sewing machine, then this model is an excellent choice.
It is really easy to use and offers a good range of stitches, including six different types of buttonhole stitches, so it’s a good choice for dressmakers too.
Quilters will appreciate the large extension table and extra feet designed especially for quilting.
And, if you’re look for a machine that’s easy to carry so you can take it with you to your quilting classes, then at just 6.4kg, this an ideal machine to choose.
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