Please see the new upgraded version of this machine, the Skyline S3 Anniversary Edition
The Skyline S3 includes everything you need to make sewing easier and more enjoyable; it comes with 120 built-in stitches, including 7 one-step buttonholes and 1 alphabet. The stitch quality of the Skyline S3 is excellent and is able to speed up to 820 stitches per minute in a smooth and peaceful operation. Navigation through all of these choices is simple using the backlit LCD screen.
Janome’s Superior Feed System Plus features a 7-piece feed dog to ensure that even the thickest, multi-layer projects are able to move under the needle with precision and ease. The Skyline S3’s patented needle placement accuracy includes special plate markings that indicate needle drop position, provide angle marks and act as front-of-the-foot guides. In addition, the needle can be moved into 71 unique positions in order to get pinpoint accuracy for decorative stitching, applique and free motion quilting.
Key Features
LCD Display and Buttons The Skyline S3 features a large backlit LCD screen to easily view the machine options. On-screen text is displayed in large font for reading with ease. The coveniently positioned buttons make it easy to use navigate and use the machine. |
Large Workspace The largest workspace in its class! W 210mm (8¼”) x L 330mm (13”) of spacious bed space. With 210mm (8¼”) to the right of the needle there’s room for any project. |
120 Built-in Stitches Just open the top cover and with one quick glance at the stitch menu you'll find every stitch you need, from basic quilting to advanced home decor. Arranged by the essentials, with 120 built-in stitches, 7 one-step buttonholes and 2 built-in alphabets, it makes sewing a breeze. |
Easy Set Bobbin Case and Cover The specially designed bobbin case and cover mean there’s no need to pull long thread tails up and through when you first thread the machine. Slip the bobbin thread in the cover plate guide; the built in cutting blades trim the tail to the correct length for a super-clean start to your stitching line. After the initial threading, the auto-thread cutter takes care of trimming and re-setting the tails each time. |
Bobbin Winder Plate with Cutter The new bobbin winder plate has five cutting blades. Faster and smoother winding, easy thread cutting, and your bobbin is ready to go. |
Four Ultra-Bright LED Lights Ultra–bright LED lights in three locations illuminate the bed of the machine, providing a dazzling work area. |
Features
- 120 Built-in Stitches
- 4 Ultra-Bright LED Lights
- Snap-on presser feet
- Free arm
- Speed control slider
- Easy reverse button
- Extra high presser feet lift
- Maximum stitch width: 7mm
- 7 one-step buttonholes with 1 alphabet
- Automatic thread tension control
- Memorized needle up/down
- Drop Feed
- Locking stitch button
- Easy bobbin winder
- Backlit LCD screen with easy navigation
- Maximum stitch length: 5mm
- 71 Needle positions
- One-hand needle threader
- Superior Plus Feed System (SFS+)
- Start/stop button
- Automatic thread cutter
- Easy set bobbin
- Foot pressure adjustment
- Semi-hard cover included
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| Hook Type | Top Loading Full Rotary Hook Bobbin |
| Thread Tension Control | Automatic |
| Maximum Stitch Width | 7mm |
| Feed System | Superior Feed System Plus SFS |
| Easy Reverse Button | Yes |
| Bobbin Winding | Bobbin Winder with Plate and Cutting Blade |
| Stitch Selection | Direct Seletion Buttons |
| Cover | Semi-Hard Cover |
| Number of Stitches | 121 |
| Number of Buttonholes | 7 |
| Needle Threader | Built-in |
| Needle Up Down | Memorized |
| Free Arm | Yes |
| Drop Feed | Yes |
| Needle Position | 71 |
| Locking Stitch Button | Yes |
| Twin Needle Guard | No |
| Number of Stitch Combination | |
| Last Stitch Recall Capability | Yes |
| Knee Lift | No |
| Machine Size | W 19" x H 12" x D 9" |
| Machine Weight | 22 lbs. |
| Work Space | 8.25" x 4.7" |
| Extra High Presser Foot Lift | Yes |
| Foot Pressure Adjustment | No |
| Maximum Stitch Length | 5mm |
| Other Features | |
| Number of Designs | 0 |
| Fonts for Monogramming | 0 |
| Maximum Embroidery Size | |
| Design Transfer Options | |
| Embroidery Sewing Speeds | 0 |
| Embroidery Format | |
| On Screen Editing Functions | |
| Programmable Jump Thread Trimming | No |
| Adjustable Speed While Embroidering | No |
| Flexible Stitch Travelings |