Janome Memory Craft 100E Embroidery Machine
A compact and easy-to-use embroidery machine for personalising clothing, gifts and home furnishings
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Our standard width fabric can be cut as a Fat Quarter, measuring 50cm x 1/2 the width of the bolt. Above is an example of how your fabric will be received, depending on the quantity ordered.
We also offer a sample service, where you can order 1 single fat quarter of any standard width fabric, to have at home and compare colours. When you are finished, you can send them back to us for a refund (feel free to contact us for more information on this service).
Our fabric can be cut as a Long Quarter, measuring a minimum of 25cm x width of bolt. We will supply the fabric as a continuous length (eg; if you bought 1.25m it will be sent as one piece of fabric).
Janome Memory Craft 100E Product Review & Demonstration
The Janome Memory Craft 100E is a compact embroidery-only machine offering professional-grade embroidery without the complexity so you can spend more time creating and less time setting up. Perfect for home crafters, small business owners and embroidery enthusiasts who want their projects to truly stand out. It's designed to slot in alongside an existing sewing machine or work as a standalone tool for personalisation, monogramming and decorative work on clothing, home décor and gifts. At 9.1kg it's light enough to take to classes, sewing groups or a friend's house making it a really fun and practical choice.
There are 274 built-in embroidery designs covering everything from decorative motifs to 46 border patterns for framing work and 17 fonts that handle 2 and 3-letter monogramming across English, European, Japanese and Russian alphabets. The 140 x 140mm (5.5 x 5.5 inch) embroidery area is generous for a compact machine and handles the majority of garment and accessory work without needing to re-hoop. The standard SQ14e hoop is included, with optional smaller hoops and free-arm hoops available.
The 3.5-inch colour touchscreen is clear to view and intuitive to navigate. You can resize designs between 80% and 120%, rotate, flip, combine, duplicate, arc lettering, group elements and zoom in to check placement directly on the screen, which means you can edit designs on the machine rather than moving them to a computer first. USB design import lets you add thousands more designs available to purchase or download. Plus you can design and import your own creations.
Automatic features keep setup and operation simple. The Superior Needle Threader threads the needle in a single action, the easy bobbin winding system loads quickly and the automatic thread cutter handles upper and lower thread at the touch of a button. The free-arm function means you can embroider sleeves, cuffs, bags and other tubular projects without the awkwardness of working flat-bed only. Embroidery speeds run from 400 to 660 stitches per minute, with automatic jump-thread trimming and auto return after thread break to keep stitching moving.
Key Features
What makes this machine worth it
Machine Type
Embroidery-only machine, compact size
Stitch Range
274 built-in designs, 46 border patterns, 17 fonts
Control Type
3.5-inch colour touchscreen with stylus
Workspace
140 x 140mm (5.5 x 5.5 inch) maximum embroidery area
Needle Configuration
Superior Needle Threader for one-touch threading
Embroidery Area
140 x 140mm with SQ14e hoop included
Skill Level
Beginner to intermediate
Machine Weight
9.1kg
This machine is perfect for
- Janome's most compact embroidery-only machine - fits an A3 footprint so you can embroider anywhere
- Makers wanting a fun and portable embroidery machine - you can transport this model to classes, retreats and friends houses
- Sewers who already own a sewing machine and want dedicated embroidery
- Beginners wanting to learn embroidery for personalisation projects: baby clothes, towels, gifts, clothing embellishments, home décor
- Sewers who love monogramming - 17 fonts with 2 and 3-letter options built in
Can sew but not ideal for
- High-volume production work - 660 spm is good for home use but slower than premium machines
Not suitable for
- Very thick fabrics like multiple layers of denim or leather
- Makers wanting WiFi or Bluetooth design transfer - this model uses a USB cable
- Commercial or business embroidery - this is a domestic machine
- Makers requiring large hoops or multi-needle capability - use our Machine Match Service and we'll suggest a model that will suit your needs better
- Those needing hoop sizes larger than 140mm x 140mm as standard - optional smaller hoops available but no larger options
Materials and Build Quality
At 9.1kg the MC100E is one of Janome's lightest embroidery machines, which makes it practical to lift in and out of a workspace or carry to classes and sewing groups. The compact footprint takes up less table space than a combination sewing-embroidery machine, so it works as a dedicated tool alongside your existing sewing setup rather than replacing it.
The embroidery arm folds out from the machine body rather than sitting as a separate bolt-on unit, which means there's no bulky module to store or attach before each session. The arm engages with the carriage when ready to embroider and tucks back in for storage, keeping the machine's footprint consistent during setup and storage.
The MC100E uses a horizontal full rotary hook with a top-loading bobbin and clear cover. The thread level stays visible at a glance, so you can spot a low bobbin before a design finishes. The bobbin winding system is built into the same workflow as the main threading path, which means setting up new colours is quick rather than fiddly.
The difference is in the details
With embroidery speeds running between 400 and 660 stitches per minute, the MC100E lets you set the pace based on the fabric and design your stitching out. Automatic jump-thread trimming, automatic upper and lower thread cutting and auto return after a thread break keep the machine working without constant intervention.
Manual thread tension control lets you adjust as the machine works, so colour changes and switches between dense fill stitches and fine detail work stay clean. The top-loading bobbin system gives clean stitch formation underneath, and thread break detection stops the machine the moment it senses an issue so you don't end up with skipped sections of a design.
The MC100E has built-in QR code support that links straight to instructional videos from the touchscreen, so you can pull up guidance on a specific function without leaving the machine.
Janome's free Embroidery Editor software lets you combine patterns and edit designs on a computer before sending them across.
You will also find a video tutorial to get you started on our YouTube channel which walks through key features, how to thread and a demonstration of an embroidery stitch-out.
The 3.5-inch colour touchscreen offers intuitive navigation with a stylus included, so editing designs is direct and precise rather than fiddly. The Superior Needle Threader handles threading in one motion, and the easy bobbin winding system keeps setup quick. Free arm embroidery handles sleeves, bags and tubular projects without forcing them into a flat hoop.
Janome Memory Craft 100E: A Machine for Every Maker
And every project
Personalisation and Monogramming
With 17 fonts covering English, European, Japanese and Russian alphabets plus 2 and 3-letter monogramming, the MC100E is built for putting names, initials and decorative lettering on clothing, baby clothes, towels, bags and gifts. The 46 border patterns frame monograms or finish off plain fabric with decorative edging.
Decorative Work on Home Furnishings
274 built-in designs give you a starting library that covers floral motifs, geometric patterns and seasonal designs for cushions, curtain panels, table linens and quilt blocks. USB import means you can add thousands of designs from online sources when your tastes or projects move on.
Embroidery for Garments and Accessories
The 140 x 140mm embroidery area handles the majority of garment placements, from chest motifs on shirts to decorative panels on bags. Free arm embroidery lets you work directly on sleeves, cuffs and tubular items rather than fighting the shape into a flat hoop.
Inside the Janome Memory Craft 100E
274 Built-In Design Library
Includes decorative motifs, in-the-hoop projects, border patterns and seasonal designs. Designs are accessed and previewed directly on the touchscreen, with 2.5MB of internal memory for storing imports from USB.
17-Font Library With Monogramming
17 fonts for monogramming in English and European alphabets, with 3 Japanese and 3 Russian fonts also built in, plus 2 and 3-letter monogramming functions. Letter spacing, arc and curve adjustments are made on the touchscreen.
3.5-Inch Touchscreen Editing
Resize between 80% and 120%, rotate, flip, combine, duplicate, group and zoom directly on the screen. Stylus included. QR code function links to instructional videos for any feature when needed.
Superior Needle Threader and Automatic Cutter
One-handed needle threading via the Superior Needle Threader. Automatic upper and lower thread cutting at the touch of a button, plus automatic jump-thread trimming during designs to keep finishes clean.
USB Import and Free Arm Embroidery
USB host port accepts sticks up to 16GB for importing designs from online sources. The free arm function disengages the carriage support to let you embroider sleeves, bags and tubular projects directly.
Product Specifications
Accessories In The Box
- 1 x Embroidery Foot P
- 1 x Embroidery Editor via QR Code to download
- 1 x Instructional Video via QR Code to download
- 1 x Bobbin Holder Cleaner
- 1 x Bobbin Holder 20g
- 4 x Bobbins (Plastic)
- 1 x Lint Brush
- 1 x Screwdriver (Winged)
- 2 x Spool Cap (Large)
- 2 x Spool Cap (Small)
- 1 x Spool Pin Extra
- 1 x Touch Pen Stylus
- 1 x Power Lead
- 1 x Needle Set
- 1 x Scissors (Small)
Hoops In The Box
- 1 x Hoop SQ14e (Inc. Template) 140 x 140mm
Manufacturer Specifications
- Computerised Embroidery Machine
- Horizontal Full Rotary Hook
- Machine Size: W432mm x H301 x D270 inc emb unit
- Top Loading
- Bed Type: Free arm/Flat bed convertible
- Approximate Weight: 9.1kg
- Free arm length (from the needle) 103.5mm
- Work space width: 183.5mm
- Face plate: Openable type
- Work space height: 110mm
- Maximum Embroidery Speed: 660 s.p.m.
- Multi Language: 16 Languages
- Full Colour Screen – Touch Panel
- Automatic Needle Stop Position: UP
- Help Function: QR Code
- Auto Declutch Bobbin Winding
- Auto Power Off
- Upper Thread Sensor
- Manual Thread Tension Control
- Bobbin Thread Sensor: Optical
- Built in Superior Needle Threader
- Presser Foot Lifter Safety Device
- Automatic Thread Cutter + Face plate cutter
- Embroidery Unit: Built-in Swing Arm Type
- Start/Stop Button
- Built in Embroidery Designs: 274
- Easy Set Bobbin
- USB Port x 1
- Embroidery Sewing Progress Display
- Maximum Embroidery Area: 140mm x 140mm
- Monogramming – English, European 11 Fonts Japanese: 3 Fonts, Russian: 3 Fonts, 2 & 3 Letter Monogramming Standard embroidery designs 102, Border Designs 46
Machine Dimensions & Weight
- Machine dimensions: 432 × 301 × 270mm (incl. embroidery unit)
- Machine weight: 9.1kg
- Touchscreen: 3.5-inch colour LCD with stylus
- Maximum embroidery area: 140 x 140mm (5.5 x 5.5 inch)
- Standard hoop: SQ14e (140 x 140mm) included
Design Options and Controls
- Built-in embroidery designs: 274
- Border patterns: 46
- Standard embroidery designs: 102
- 17 for monogramming (English and European), plus 3 Japanese and 3 Russian
- Monogramming: 2 and 3-letter
- Editing functions: resize (80–120%), rotate (1° and 45° increments), flip vertical/horizontal, combine, duplicate, arc, group, zoom, drag and drop, single-colour stitching, user colour choice
- Maximum embroidery speed: 660 stitches per minute
- Minimum embroidery speed: 400 stitches per minute
- Internal memory: 2.5MB
Embroidery Features and Functions
- Automatic upper and lower thread cutter
- Automatic jump-thread trimming
- Auto return after thread break
- Thread break detection
- Superior Needle Threader (one-handed)
- Manual thread tension
- Free arm embroidery
- QR code help function (links to instructional videos)
- Compatible with Artistic Digitizer software (optional)
- Compatible with AcuStitch software (optional)
- Compatible with Embroidery Editor software (free download)
Bobbin and Needle System
- Top-loading bobbin with clear cover
- Easy bobbin winding system
- Superior Needle Threader
Connectivity
- USB host port (supports USB sticks up to 16GB)
Warranty & Support
The Janome Memory Craft 100E is covered by a full 2-year Janome UK parts and labour guarantee, which can be extended up to 5 years within 30 days of purchase.. Our support team is here if you ever need help or servicing.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is the Janome MC100E suitable for a complete beginner?
Yes. The MC100E is built around an entry-level user, with a 3.5-inch touchscreen that walks you through editing and a QR code help function that pulls up instructional videos for any feature. The Superior Needle Threader and automatic thread cutter take most of the technical setup out of your hands, so you can focus on the design rather than the mechanics.
Can I embroider baby clothes on the Janome Memory Craft 100E?
Yes, you can! The free-arm makes embroidery small items like baby grows easy. The 140 x 140mm embroidery area is ideal for small motifs, names and cute designs. The machine also has built-in cute baby and children's embroidery designs. The optional FA10e and FA5e free-arm hoops are designed specifically for tight spaces and finished garments. It's compact and easy to manoeuvre around tiny garments compared with larger embroidery machines.
Can I sew regular seams on the MC100E or is it embroidery only?
The MC100E is a dedicated embroidery-only machine. It doesn't perform straight stitching, zigzag or buttonholes for garment construction, so you'll need a separate sewing machine for those tasks. Many sewers buy the MC100E specifically to pair with their existing Janome or other sewing machine for personalisation work.
Do I need a computer to use this machine?
No, you can work entirely from the machine itself. The 274 built-in designs, 46 border patterns and 17 fonts are accessed and edited directly on the touchscreen, with resize, rotate, combine and arc functions all on-screen. A computer is only needed if you want to import additional designs from online sources or use the free Embroidery Editor software for more advanced pattern combinations.
What's the largest design I can embroider?
The maximum embroidery area is 140 x 140mm (5.5 x 5.5 inches) using the standard SQ14e hoop that's included. For smaller, more detailed work, a 50mm x 50mm hoop is available as an optional extra, along with free-arm hoops for embroidering on tubular items like sleeves and bags.
Can I add my own designs from the internet?
Yes. The MC100E has a USB host port that accepts USB sticks up to 16GB, so you can import thousands of designs from online sources. Imported designs are saved to the 2.5MB internal memory and can be edited on the touchscreen just like the built-in ones. The machine is also compatible with the free Embroidery Editor software for combining and editing designs on a computer before transferring.
