Janome Sewist 725S Sewing Machine Review

Mechanical sewing machines are great machines.

Mechanical Janome sewing machines are built to last to get work done. And that’s exactly what you’ll find with the Janome Sewist 725S Sewing Machine. This machine will be the perfect machine for anyone who is just starting their sewing journey or just knows exactly what they want or need out of a sewing machine.

The Janome Sewist 725S Sewing Machine has been seen on The Great British Sewing Bee and is a favourite of the show! It’s such a well-rounded machine that doesn’t have too much flair that are unnecessary for many sewists, which makes it perfect for the BBC’s sewing reality show.

This sewing machine has 25 different stitches, including a 1-step buttonhole. You’ll have a good range of utility stitches to work with and won’t be overwhelmed by stitches that you don’t need. It’s not too much, nor is it too few! It’s just right!
You’ll love seeing all of your stitch options right on the front of the sewing machine. Having the stitches right in front of you will keep you from having to pull out your manual to find the stitches you need. You’ll be able to easily select them with the dial right below the stitch chart plus your stitches are all customisable! You’ll be able to get a maximum stitch length of 4mm and stitch width of 5mm, which is a lot to play with when it comes to stitch customisation.

If you’re working on something that’s thick or has a high loft, you’ll appreciate the extra high presser foot lift that this sewing machine has! It allows you to fit thicker fabrics and projects under the presser foot when you need to, or even just clear the stitch plate to easily clean the machine.

One thing we love about Janome machines is how you load a bobbin. The Janome Sewist 725S features their signature jam-proof top-loading bobbin. You just drop it in and follow the instructional pictures on the bobbin case door to thread the machine, and you’ll be ready to sew! It’s that easy! Not only does a top-loading bobbin mean that you’ll suffer fewer jams, but you’ll also be able to see when it's running low.

This machine is brightly lit with LED bulbs. You won’t be sewing in shadow in any way with the lights installed into this sewing machine! You won’t have to strain your eyes to see what’s under your needle.
This sewing machine isn’t too fast or too slow. The Janome Sewist 725S Sewing Machine has a speed of 830 stitches per minute. This is perfect for anyone who is just starting out sewing or just prefers to sew at a slower pace than the top model sewing machines.

If you’re looking to travel with this machine or store it when you’re not sewing, the hard cover that comes with this machine is perfect for you! This cover works as a protectant against dust as well as any bumps or dings. Dust is the Sewing Machine’s greatest enemy, it’s unsuspecting and sneaks up on you, so you want to make sure that you’re covering your machine whenever you’re not sewing to avoid dust buildup.

For the quilters, we know you need to be able to sew a perfect ¼-inch seam every time you want to piece a quilt top. That’s why we highly suggest adding a 1/4inch seam foot to your order when you purchase this machine. This foot has a little guide on the right side so that your fabric stays within the ¼-inch seam allowance as you sew. You won’t need to eyeball it or use a magnetic seam guide anymore!

This sewing machine would be perfect for any sewist. It’s great for beginners and advanced quilters and dressmakers alike, and would make a great first machine, gift, or travel machine for anyone!

Do you still have any questions about the Janome Sewist 725S Sewing Machine? If so, contact The Sewing Studio today! We’re available to answer any questions you might have about this sewing machine or any other machine we carry in our shop. We can’t wait to hear from you!