| The Janome ThreadBanger TB12 sewing machine is | | | | Janome ThreadBanger TB12 Features |
| one, sturdy, power house. It doesn't have tons of | | | | This machine is easily portable so designers on the go |
| decorative stitches and automated features. It is not | | | | can take their machine with them (case not included) |
| computerized. It just knows how to get the job done. If | | | | and has a fold down handle. It also has free arm |
| you're looking for a home sewing machine that does | | | | capability so sleeves, pants, and hemming are easily |
| the basics really well, this one is a winner. | | | | tackled. |
| Janome ThreadBanger TB12 Stitch Patterns | | | | The ThreadBanger TB12 focuses on strength and isn't |
| Two dials on the front of the machine control stitch | | | | complicated by some of the computerized functions |
| selection and length adjustment. There are 12 built-in | | | | on other new machines, but it's still very easy to set up |
| stitches: | | | | and get sewing. There's an automatic bobbin winder, a |
| - Straight | | | | reverse lever, a drop feed dog lever, and a thread |
| - Zigzag | | | | cutter under the face plate. |
| - Tricot (Multi-stitch Zigzag) | | | | Thread delivery is vertical, there's a work lamp over |
| - Blind Hem | | | | the needle arm, and the markings on the needle plate |
| - Feather | | | | are in both inches and metric. |
| - Overcasting | | | | This machine was designed to last and it even looks |
| - Triple Strength | | | | sturdy. The cool graphics and design are fun and |
| - Rolled Hem | | | | current - almost retro looking. Its sturdy structure |
| - 4 Stretch Stitches | | | | allows it to handle thick fabrics without skipping a beat. |
| In addition, there is a 4 step buttonhole stitch. | | | | This makes it one of the better sewing machines for |
| Janome ThreadBanger TB12 Presser Feet | | | | beginners who want to get into quilting as well as |
| You are supplied with four snap-on presser feet: | | | | making clothes. |
| - General Purpose | | | | This sewing machine uses a vertical oscillating hook |
| - Zipper Foot | | | | (the "hook" describes the way the needle moves to |
| - Buttonhole Foot | | | | complete a stitch). A vertical hook is less finicky and |
| - Hemmer Foot | | | | handles different types of threads more easily than a |
| Presser foot height is adjustable to three settings. | | | | horizontal hook so this is a plus for the ThreadBanger. |
| Additional presser feet may be purchased separately | | | | There is also a storage compartment built into the |
| but the ones supplied are sufficient for most garment | | | | machine to hold the provided accessories and a fold |
| construction and home décor projects. | | | | down carry handle. |