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New AcuStitch for Windows Software

Janome has released a new PC software for embroidery machines.The software is an enhanced AcuStitch (contained in HorizonLink Suite under EmbLink Tool) and a copy of Stitch Composer.  These programs stand alone and are not part of HorizonLink. Take a look at this short video I did to show you just a small part of what this software can do.  I pulled in an embroidery and then used a decorative stitch for the stem and flower pot.  The same stitch used…Read More

Mid Valley Quilt Guild Bolt to Bed

Bolt to Bed Quilting Workday at Whitlocks Bolt to Bed is a Mid Valley Quilt Guild workday where members work all day and evening making quilts and the Community Service Committee gives these quilts to various services such as Family Building Blocks, CASA, the Salem Police Department and Women’s Assistance Groups throughout Salem.  Bed to Bolt gives 300 to 400 quilts per year.

Mid-Valley Quilt Show

We will be at the Mid-Valley Quilt Show April 18-20, 2019.  Stop by and see us. For more information:  http://www.midvalleyquiltguild.com/quilt-show.htm

BOBBIN HOLDER (CASE) Low Tension for Bobbin Work

Questions often come up regarding the bobbin holders (case) on Janome sewing machines.  If you plan to do bobbin work, purchasing an extra bobbin holder with low-tension may work for you.  The blue dot bobbin holder works well.  It is already set for lower tension.  This bobbin holder is used for free motion quilting.  Make sure you mark this bobbin holder clearly so you do not use it by mistake for your free motion quilting.  By having the extra bobbin…Read More

ACUSKETCH V2.2

There is a new version of AcuSketch. You can check to see if you are on the most current version.  Go to “Settings”  This is on the right side of the screen at the bottom of the tool bar.  Tap the gear icon and this will show you the current version. CLICK BELOW FOR A COPY OF THE BULLETIN  AcuSketch_V2.2 Information    

ACUSKETCH V2

As mentioned at our recent Upgrade Party, AcuSketch now has an update.  Janome has now provided a bulletin explaining how to use AcuSketch with the new update. CLICK BELOW FOR A COPY OF THE BULLETIN  AcuSketch_V2.00 Information

May Janome Club 15000

  The May  Janome Club 15000 highlighted the Crafting and Home Decor Kit.  Jeanette demonstrated the Piping Foot, Border Guide Foot and Circular Attachment.   For more information on the kit, click here:  Crafting and Home Decor Kit.  While the link does not list the 15000, there is a kit for the 9mm sewing machines.

Welcome to the Janome 15000 New Owner’s Blog

Welcome to the Janome 15000 Owner’s Blog! This Janome 15000 Owner’s Blog is for all owners of the Horizon Memory Craft 15000 Sewing and Embroidery Machine. Continuing our commitment to our customers, to provide the best retail experience including education, we have created this Blog for our Janome 15000 machine owners. Our goal is to further your education and experience with the 15000. The Blog is all things 15000.  There will be information not only the machine itself, but also…Read More