Janome Skyline S3 Sewing Machine
- 120 built-in stitches, 1 alphabet
- 7 one-step buttonholes
- 7 mm max stitch width, 5 mm max length
- 8.25 x 4.7 in work space
- Automatic thread cutter, needle up/down memory
- 22 lb, metal build, AC power
- 25-year warranty on internal metal cast, 2 years electronics
Updated 5 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A well-equipped Janome for quilters and garment sewists who want automatic cutting, needle memory and a wide stitch range. It is heavy, so it belongs on a permanent sewing table.
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ASIN: B01BE0US0GModel: Skyline S3Category: Sewing Machines
Overview
Janome built the Skyline as a computerized sewing and quilting machine with a top loading rotary hook bobbin and a backlit screen. Stitches are chosen on the display, and the feed system, foot pressure control and drop feed handle everything from piecing to free motion work.
Automatic tension, a thread cutter and needle up or down memory cut the small chores out of long quilting sessions. Its weight makes it a fixed station rather than a machine to carry to class.
Who it's for
Home quilters piecing tops and sewists making fitted garments get the controls that speed both. People with no dedicated table or a need to travel with the machine should look lighter.
Pros and cons
- Automatic thread cutter and tension
- Needle up or down memory
- Foot pressure adjustment
- Snap-on presser feet
- Heavy for carrying to classes
- Embroidery not supported
- Speed figure not listed
Performance notes
Feeding is handled by the feed system plus adjustable foot pressure, which lets thin and thick layers move evenly. The start and stop button and needle memory mean pivots and stops happen in the same place each time, which matters most on quilt corners.
Specifications
| Brand | Janome |
|---|---|
| Model | Skyline S3 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 22 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 9 × 19 × 12 inches |
| Max stitch width | 0.3 inches |
| Max stitch length | 0.2 inches |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Power Source | Corded Electric |
| Construction & materials | |
| Material | Metal |
| Included components | |
| Included Components | Bobbins, needles, zigzag A, zipper E, satin stitch F, blind hem G, overcast M, 1/4 inch seam O and buttonhole R feet, screwdriver, spool caps, seam ripper, extra spool pin, lint brush, semi-hard cover, DVD, manual |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 25 years |
| Other details | |
| Built in stitches | 120 |
| Bobbins | Top loading full rotary hook |
| Needle threader | One-hand |
| Display | Backlit LCD |
| Free arm | Yes, with drop feed |
| Buttonhole styles | 7 one-step |
| Built in fonts | 1 alphabet |
| Thread tension | Automatic |
| Work space | 8.25 x 4.7 in |
Frequently asked questions
How do I keep the Janome Skyline S3 stitching evenly on thick layers?
Use the foot pressure adjustment and the extra-high presser foot lift, and let the Superior Plus feed system carry the fabric. Thread tension is set automatically.
Does the Janome Skyline S3 have a free arm?
Yes. It has a free arm and drop feed for free-motion work.
Can the Janome Skyline S3 embroider?
No embroidery unit or designs are listed. It is a sewing and quilting machine with 120 stitches and 1 alphabet.
What feet come with the Janome Skyline S3?
Zigzag A, zipper E, satin stitch F, blind hem G, overcast M, 1/4 inch seam O and automatic buttonhole R feet.