Janome M50 QDC Sewing Machine Review

Janome sewing machines are some of the best machines on the market, no matter what price range you’re looking at.

And if you’re looking for a great machine on the lower end of the moderately priced machine list that still has great features, or you’re looking for a sewing machine for beginners, the Janome M50 QDC Sewing Machine may be the right machine for you! It’s a sturdy computerised sewing machine packed with all of the best universal utility stitches.

When it comes to Janome sewing machines, they’re well-built. Most of their machines are built with an aluminium frame. This aluminium frame makes the machine sturdy yet it’s still lightweight, and the plastic exterior only allows it to stay lightweight for easy travel and storage.

The Janome M50 QDC sewing machine comes with 50 stitches. Most of them are universal utility stitches that are great for garments, home décor, and quilting. Three of these stitches are automatic 1-step buttonholes, so you’ll be able to create buttonholes that suit the fabric you’re using. You’ll be able to customise your stitches by length and width by using the clearly marked buttons on the front of the machine, and you’ll be able to get a maximum width of 7mm!

This machine features a top-loading bobbin, like many other Janome sewing machines. Top-loading sewing machines are less likely to jam or create thread nests due to how they’re positioned and work within the machine. It’s also easier to see into the machine in order to clean out any dust bunnies and lint from the moving parts of the machine. Lint can build up within the feed dogs and other nooks and crannies and cause tension issues as well as throw off the machine’s timing, which can create bigger problems. So, making sure that you have easy access to clean it after each project really helps to preserve the longevity of the sewing machine.

If you’re looking to quilt with this machine, you’ll be happy to know it comes with feature with quilters in mind. You’ll be able to drop the feed dogs for free motion quilting. There’s also a bonus accessory kit that you’ll get with this machine that adds a 1/4inch foot and other essential presser feet for quilting!

It has a standard of 6 inches of workspace to the right of the needle, but it also comes with an extension table included. Extension tables are great assets to every maker. They support your projects as you work so that you can make sure every stitch is just right. You’ll be able to sew at a maximum of 820 stitches per minute! That means that you’ll be able to create works of fabricated art in no time at all! But, if that’s too fast for you, or you need more control, you’ll be able to slow down the maximum speed with the speed control slider on the front of the machine.

Do you want to know our absolute favourite feature of this sewing machine? It comes with a built-in pin cushion! It sits on the top of the machine so that it’s out of the way of your workspace, but still easily accessible as you work. It’s a useful feature that sets this machine apart from others in the same price bracket.

The Janome M50QDC is truly a great machine for a moderate price. It’s perfect for beginners and advanced sewers who know exactly what they need from a sewing machine. It features a great workspace and a good number of stitches that are useful and won’t go unused.

If this machine sounds like a great machine for yourself or someone else in your life, please contact us at The Sewing Studio. We can help you compare similar machines and answer any questions you might have. We can’t wait to see what kind of projects you will create with the Janome M50QDC!