Customer Reviews

Janome Decor Computer DC2010 Sewing Machine

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I really like Janome sewing machines; they are rugged, feature-rich and really excellent for the home sewist. While there are fully-featured models from competing manufacturers that cost half as much, the Janome deliver trouble-free features such as clog-free bobbins and a number of innovations that make sewing a pleasure, for example, a very good feed dog system with seven parts that delivers smooth operation.

The tension is very well made; I had few issues adjusting upper tension and the lower tension seems to react incredibly well--I was trying to abut two adjoining pieces of fabric with a loose fringe-like ladder by loosening the upper tension to almost nil. However, the lower tension adjusted and made a smooth satin-like stitch which actually was not the effect I wanted (I wanted messy loops) but shows that the technology of the Janome bobbin tension is quite remarkable. Not surprising as Janome's fame is their bobbins, and in fact, the name means "Eye of the Dragon" or "Eye of the Snake" and refers to the round bobbin that they invented.

However, the way the machines are marketed makes me delete a star; to get a model with the right "bells and whistles" plus some features I consider "musts" is not easy and you end up having to move up to the most expensive machine in the series in order to get the most versatile model. And the models are revised constantly; wait a year and a whole set is discontinued and a new set with an equally perplexing matrix of features will be introduced. And then there are "commemorative" models that come and go quickly. It's confusing.

The DC2010 is a case in point. If you drop down to the "Magnolia" line, which is a line of starter machines (by the way, suitable for any young sewist to start out on) then you give up a lot of the heirloom stitches that make sewing garments and decorative home linens worth your time. But the Magnolia top-of-the-line 7330 has the option of foot-free start-stop, meaning you can sew and coordinate free quilting without having to press a foot pedal up and down to regulate speed and start-stop. (This is something akin to rubbing your tummy and patting your head. You can do it, but it takes a bit of concentration.)

The DC2010 lacks two other features that make it less than optimal. Firstly, there is no adjustable pressure for the foot. This is a dial on top that makes the presser foot squeeze the fabric onto the feed dogs with more or less pressure and allows you to adapt the pressure for the fabric you are working on (sheer to heavy.) The "Threadbanger" TB-30 has this feature (at a similar price point to the DC2010) and start-start stop as well. You just give up 20 additional heirloom stitches to get this. (So, if you don't like machine ornamental stitches, go look at that model before it's discontinued.)

Secondly, there are only three choices of buttonholes, done in satin stitch. The knit buttonhole and "hand-stitched" buttonhole are missing. Strange, considering this machine has 50 stitches including heirlooms like feather and ladder stitch.

In order to get adjustable pressure and more buttonholes, there is a more expensive machine (DC2160) or you go with the Threadbanger TB-30 and leave off doing darning or heirloom stitching, because the TB-30 has 30 stitches NOT including darning nor many heirloom hem stitches. (You can of course darn by dropping the feed dog and moving the fabric freely with an optional darning foot.)

However, if you aren't as fussy about buttonholes, don't care about adjustable pressure and if you like heirloom stitching and can live with foot-pedal operation only, the DC2010 is machine that delivers a lot for a very reasonable price.

My feeling is that if you can find about fifty percent more to spend, it's worth it to move up to a better machine but if your budget is around four hundred, this is a fantastic home machine and only the foot-free and pressure versus stitch choice would have you choose between the Threadbanger or Decor.

You can spend a lot less on some very widely available mass-marketed machines, but reports of tension problems and overheating during long sewing sessions are common complaints, and if you are serious, you don't need such frustration.

More quibbles; the lower end machines have an accessory box that pulls off the free arm end and is simply two connected tubes in which you store the feet and other accessories. The better machines have the drawer type of accessory box that pulls down in front. I hate pulling off the box just to find a foot. And may I also say that a zipper foot, buttonhole foot, satin stitch foot and regular foot are not a generous number of presser feet. Again, the higher end machines have blind hem and overedge as well. These feet can add up quite a bit when you are outfitting your machine to suit your projects. I like to have a good open toe foot, a darning foot (like a mini embroidery hoop), a button foot (padded open toe that holds a button better than the satin foot) and a walking foot and the blind-hem ditch-stitching foot. Even at discounted prices, this adds up quickly.

Despite these quibbles, I'd recommend this sturdy machine for anyone on a reasonably tight budget who wants a durable, decent machine that makes pretty stitches and can do a lot. For heirloom sewing and quilting, this is a wonderful machine. If you are sewing on a large variety of fabrics that require adjustable pressure, you might try a different model.

I am an intermediate sewer and bought this machine on the advice of my aunt, who is a professional seamstress who uses the same machine.

The machine is easy to thread. The bobbin, also easy to load, is in a clear encasing so you know when you're running low on bobbin thread. The special stitches look great, are easy to use, and provide excellent support to my crafting projects. (They do use a lot of thread, though.) The feed system is so smooth, much better than my old Singer. Feels like I've upgraded my ride from an old beater truck to a luxury sedan!

The manual is a little tough to use if you don't have much sewing knowledge, but that's my only complaint. Wish I'd bought this machine years ago!

This machine does a very good job sewing. My complaint is the stitch selection panel. The straight stitch is #1, and the zig-zag is #10. That means I have to push the select button 9 times to get to it. It seems like the 2 most often used stitches should be the first two.

Also, every time a change in stitch is made, the machine defaults to the factory settings. The stitch length is very short and has to be increased frequently.

This product arrived quickly and in perfect condition, I just plugged it in and started making quilts! It is a wonderful sewing machine, well worth the money. I would definitely use this supplier again in future for other sewing needs.

I just received this machine from my husband and children as an early Christmas gift last weekend. All I can say is, "Wow, how easy this machine is to use!" It glides, no fuss, no frustration, it does what it was meant to do, "SEW!!!" Unlike my Singer 2662, which is a doorstop, soon to be a resident at the county landfill!
Really, the only mild complaint is the lack of ability to change the foot pressure, but it seems to adjust when you change the stitch length for your fabric weight. Ahhhh, I'm in love.....

I recieved this sewing machine as a X=mas gift this yr,I have been wanting a new machine.I just tried it out tonight and I have to say it is the nicest sewing machine I've ever had.It is easy to use,quiet and seems to be of good quality.
I'm impressed with this brand as it's my first Janome,it has a 25 yr warrenty and I'm sure it will out live me.I would recommend this machine to anyone.

Love the product, only wish that I could have had a tutorial lesson because I know I am still only scratching the surface on the machine's capability.

Though I did not purchase this machine on Amazon, I thought I would write a review here given how fantastic this sewing machine really is. I have owned many high end expensive machines, only to sell them off. For me, those machines were just way too technical, fussy, and over computerized to the point where I was spending more time learning the tech stuff and not much time actually sewing.

The DC2010 is a very easy and professional machine to use for any level of sewer, and the quality of this machine by Janome is outstanding. The newer model of this machine is the pink DC2011, and there are other Janome models similar in price range but more computerized with a start-stop button. If you have physical limitations using a foot pedal, than choosing a model with that button feature is a great option.

This machine comes with several feet in a beautifully organized attached box, and many other feet can be used with the DC2010 including a circular sewing attachment. I love using that attachment with the decorative stitches featured on this machine. I have sewn everything on this machine, and when my serger went out on me last holiday season, I finished off my polar fleece projects with a beautiful blanket stitch on the DC2010. Buttonholes are also lovely and stitch length and width can be easily adjusted to give you just the right look for your fabric. The manual is very clear for basic information.

I purchased a Sew Steady Extension Table for quilting projects, as well as a straight stitch plate to use with fine fabrics. I use a roller foot or walking foot for knit fabrics with minimal adjustments in stitch length and width. Only on very heavy fabrics, like thick polar fleece, do I ever need to lower the tension. This machine sews anything without hesitation if you use the right needle and thread combination. A twin size quilt can be easily quilted on the DC2010. Stitch quality and fabric feed are excellent!

You can find a great video on this machine by just going to YouTube and putting in Janome DC 2010 in the search box. The Janome web site has short tutorial videos if you would like to visually see how to use many of the different presser feet for the machine.

This machine is my regular go-to machine because it sews so well and is exceptionally easy to use.

I could not be happier with this sewing machine. I did a lot of research before I bought the Janome DC2010, and I knew I was getting a great machine for my money. It was very important to me to buy a good quality machine that could stand up to years of use, and, so far, the DC2010 has delivered. It is easy to use, has great features (especially for a beginning or intermediate sewer), and is so quiet I can sew during my toddler's nap time or after she's gone to bed for the night without fear of waking her. My husband doesn't even have to turn up the volume on the television when I sew in the same room. This machine is by far the best machine I have ever used. Janome has a reputation for quality sewing machines, and from what I've seen it is deserved. I looked at some other machines manufactured by other brands in this price range that had more features, but the Janome DC2010 won me over. This machine is a workhorse!

I am a beginner at sewing and decided to purchase this Janome Sewing Machine DC2010. I took a class offered at the local sewing shop for new Janome owners which really helped me understand this model's capabilities. It's so much fun to use and I am enjoying how easy it is to start a new hobby sewing with this wonderful machine.