How to Set up the Janome M7 for Free Motion Quilting

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4 жыл бұрын

The M7 Continental is the newest sewing machine model (released August 2019) from Janome. Sporting 13.5 inches to the right of the needle, this professional level machine is fabulous for free motion quilting as well as stitching through tough, bulky fabrics. It's loaded with features that make sewing and quilting easier and faster too. Amy has a new subscription based machine training, including the M7 at: amyquilts.teachable.com/
Amy Johnson, owner of Sew Simple of Lynchburg, (in Virginia) and AmyQuilts.com, is a quilting instructor and Janome dealer. She's passionate about free motion quilting, a pioneer in quilting with rulers on a sewing machine, and helping people be creative with needle, thread and a sewing machine.
Amy's using the M7 with the QO free motion foot, Glide thread, and 80/20 batting.
Learn more about Amy's quilting adventures at her online store and resource, AmyQuilts.com

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@sherriecampbell5497 Жыл бұрын

I received an M7 for Christmas. I would like videos on this amazing machine!

@AmyQuilts Жыл бұрын

You should check out my Clubhouse on AmyQuilts.teachable.com It's all sorts of videos for the M7 and other similar machines.

@user-ng8sl2eh3p 8 ай бұрын

I just got a M7 Quilters. I would enjoy seeing your videos

@theresahalbert4044 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely would love to see more videos on the M7. I bought one in October and absolutely love it.

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

The 6700 will be one of several machines I will be teaching on in my AmyQuilts Clubhouse. For more details, email info@amyquilts.com 😊

@TERRIDONEY 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you ! Just purchased my M7 and I greatly appreciate your time and tutorials 🙌❣️

@rickmccarthney4544 4 жыл бұрын

TERRI DONEY HOW are you doing with the M7?

@ellievon9257 4 жыл бұрын

Just got a M7 this week. I'm a quilter and any video that will help me learn more about my machine is greatly appreciated. Thank you.

@nancylawless3310 4 жыл бұрын

I would love to see your instructional videos! I just got my M7 a week ago. Sign me up!

@carolineasher2436 2 жыл бұрын

Watched this again today, I just love my M7 machine!

@kis4fitisabella87 4 жыл бұрын

Great video, looking forward to more. Just bought the M7 and feeling a little overwhelmed but excited too.

@barbgibney639 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this fabulous video. My husband surprised me with the M7 in October. I’m still playing and really appreciate all the helpful hints I can get. I’m used to quilting my quilts on a long arm. I will definitely be checking out more of your videos. Thank you!

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

Lucky lady! You may be interested in my AmyQuilts Clubhouse, a membership where I go deeper into how you can learn to use your machine with confidence and greater creativity. Check it out at AmyQuilts.teachable.com

@cazfromoz1 4 жыл бұрын

Just bought this machine (using my Janome Horizon trade-in!). Great deal from my local shop in Brisbane. Can't wait to try out all the features, especially FMQ. Hey, I'd LOVE to see more videos. Please, please, please, Amy. I'll be waiting for them, with bated breath!!! & :-)

@karenlarsen9894 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this video, Amy! I would like more videos about the M7!

@corrieernsdorff4351 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this informative video. I have a new M7 and need to learn all about it.

@katiebeardsley3360 4 жыл бұрын

i have one to and i love it but need to know so much about it and wish i knew where to go to get lessons on how to use it

@debjacobson9800 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Amy 😻 I learned a few things about my 9450 by watching this.

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@susandevore788 4 жыл бұрын

I am excited to hear of the clubhouse for this machine. My dealer is 50 miles away they do have classes but I can't get to them as much as I would like. It's going to be great to learn how to use this machine. I bought mine in Nov. and I have a lot to learn with it.

@cindysnyder3867 4 жыл бұрын

Yes i would love more videos I have the M7

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

You may want to consider my AmyQuilts Clubhouse. www.amyquilts.com/amyquilts-clubhouse-subscription-classes.htm

@brendahouseholder537 3 жыл бұрын

Would love seeing more videos on this machine I just got one yesterday

@retacook242 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the video. I'm looking forward to your other videos. Very helpful.

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you.

@aileenreid8889 4 жыл бұрын

love this machine.......

@patriciabennett5155 4 жыл бұрын

I just quilted 2 large 70 x 88 quilts and it was a dream with the M7. It was wonderful. I am definitely interested in the Club

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

The M7 is awesome!

@daunespritzer3428 4 жыл бұрын

Very interested in this. I have an M7 and your video a,plready showed me some things I hadn’t known. Thank you!

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

Daune Spritzer you may want to check out my upcoming members-only group for using your janome machine! It's the AmyQuilts Clubhouse and you can read about it here : www.freemotionquiltingadventures.com/2020/01/amyquilts-clubhouse.html?m=1

@moirae.anderson7079 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely interested in the club. I have a 12000 and still feel I haven’t mastered all it has to offer! I do love your teaching style - Thank you for all your videos. Moira Anderson, UK

@ludmila6869 2 жыл бұрын

Just got my M7 love it, but need to study a lot still! Interested in your club, thank you for teaching us .

@maggiehallinan1771 4 жыл бұрын

I love this video! Just found you today as I was looking for M7 videos. Mine is in the box just waiting for my Horn table to arrive! I’m a garment sewer but with my new M7 I’m excited to try quilting...with your helpful videos! 🥰 Put me in “quilt club”!

@crystalstauth101 3 жыл бұрын

I just purchased the M7 - I would love to see more videos.

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

Wonderful! You may want to check out my AmyQuilts page on Facebook. I've been doing move videos there these days.

@annorourke4557 2 жыл бұрын

I would love more M7 videos!

@AmyQuilts 2 жыл бұрын

I do have more here on youtube, but the majority of the videos I do on the M7 are saved for my members of the AmyQuilts Sewing Clubhouse at amyquilts.teachable.com/ It's like having a virtual dealer with online streaming video lessons on several of Janome's bigger machines.

@melaniecall 4 жыл бұрын

I have the M7 and 550E... so I would love more videos!

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

You may want to consider my AmyQuilts Clubhouse. www.amyquilts.com/amyquilts-clubhouse-subscription-classes.htm

@margaretking8164 3 жыл бұрын

I would love some more videos on the capabilities of my new M7

@poocky100 4 жыл бұрын

I can only dream of having a machine like this. I was just gifted a smaller mechanical machine. It's the pq1500sl. It's not anywhere near the m7 category but I like it a lot. Maybe next year I'll be gifted the m7...lol

@tericooper5321 4 жыл бұрын

I’m looking forward to clubhouse videos. Just got my M7 and looking forward to learning more about this fantastic machine. Thank you

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure if you saw that we were taking new members for my Clubhouse, but it's open until Sunday. I don't think we ever got you onto the waiting list. AmyQuilts.teachable.com

@bernadettehughes6541 4 жыл бұрын

I just purchased the M 7 and love it a club showing how to use this machine would be great

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

Bernadette Hughes I've git just the thing! Check it out at Amyquilts.teachable.com

@lesleykuhn8345 4 жыл бұрын

I have a 8900QCP and would love to be in the clubhouse! I loved your Craftsy classes!

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure if you saw that we were taking new members for my Clubhouse, but it's open until Sunday. I don't think we ever got you onto the waiting list. AmyQuilts.teachable.com

@charmainekirk1512 3 жыл бұрын

I would love to see more videos too!

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

I'll be posting some here as always, but we go into greater depth on the M7 and a few other machines with the AmyQuilts Clubhouse (amyquilts.teachable.com/) and while we only open up to new members about 3-4 times a year, we will be opening up in early January if you are interested.

@michelebaker4613 3 жыл бұрын

I purchased the M7 Continental a few months ago and would love to see videos

@judyskousen9120 4 жыл бұрын

I tried to use the walking foot with the quarter inch foot attached on my M7 but when I put on the correct base plate it automatically moved the needle to a middle position instead of the quarter inch position. So I had to put the regular base plate back on. I use a walkinf foot with the quarter inch attachment for binding.

@ruthannmolyneaux478 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for a great and thorough quilting with the M7. I absolutely need more classes on this. Please advise. Now it’s October 2021! And I can’t find much on the M7 especially the quilting features. Are you doing any free motion quilting classes right now? ❤️ my M7

@amadasussi7781 10 ай бұрын

❤❤hermosoooo 👏👏💯💯👍👍!!!

@cindyjohnson3414 3 жыл бұрын

Just got mine a few weeks ago. still learning all the bells and whistles. which foot is that for free motion foot.

@kathyspeevack6096 Жыл бұрын

Would love any videos on the M7. I just purchased one.

@AmyQuilts Жыл бұрын

My AmyQuilts Clubhouse has a ton of videos on the M7, but you'll occasionally find a few here on my channel.

@angelhw53 4 жыл бұрын

Would love to learn more on my new M7. No classes available at my quilt shop till April. Thanks so much.

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

Heather Wright the 6700 is one of several Janome machines that I will be teaching on in my AmyQuilts Clubhouse. For more details, email info@amyquilts.com

@rickmccarthney4544 4 жыл бұрын

Are you happy with your M7?

@Happybidr 3 жыл бұрын

I just got my M7 on Monday (and it’s now Friday), and I’m working my way through the manual, seeing what it can do. I’m interested in learning more about your Janome training club.

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

It's a fabulous machine! Enjoy. You may want to check out my AmyQuilts Clubhouse at amyquilts.teachable.com/ if you'd like some online support.

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

Yay!😊

@alliecreates6038 2 жыл бұрын

I wish you would have shown how to thread the bobbin

@barbarageorge4555 4 жыл бұрын

Absolutely would love to join your clubhouse. I have the M7 and am still intimidated

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

Registration for the AmyQuilts Clubhouse is open now at: amyquilts.teachable.com/

@annettemc4 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have a instruction video on using the echo foot?

@Springermom2 4 жыл бұрын

I have the 9450 and would love more videos.

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

You may want to consider my AmyQuilts Clubhouse. www.amyquilts.com/amyquilts-clubhouse-subscription-classes.htm

@berniehealey3639 4 жыл бұрын

How do you get the foot controller to work

@rickmccarthney4544 4 жыл бұрын

Do you need a low tention bobbin case for free motion quilting for this machine? Are the feed dogs the same as those on the 9400? Can you use a leather needle?

@sandramarty1870 9 ай бұрын

Can you use the M7 on a cuttie frame

@cecilelemoine7827 4 жыл бұрын

What pressure foot did you use to do your free motion quilting? Did you use the straight stitch foot? I would be interested in your club Amy. Thank you for this video.

@alanahope2502 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the video. Do you feel it needs the Blue Dot Bobbin Case or ok without it?

@AmyQuilts Жыл бұрын

I find that is OK without it, because when using the application menu for free motion, it increases the tension for you! Sometimes I do increase the tension a little bit more. The machine makes that so easy! It goes back to the normal tension when you are done.

@alliecreates6038 2 жыл бұрын

Threading the machine changing the foot etc?

@candela518 2 жыл бұрын

Hola. Mi nombre es Mar y acabo de comprar una janome m7. Creo que la máquina es una maravilla, pero querría que me ayudara con una consulta sobre ella. Es necesario para el acolchado de movimiento libre cambiarle el pirtabobina? El resultado merece la pena? Gracias.

@barbarageorge4555 4 жыл бұрын

Yes please do how to videos on the M7. I need to learn all the bells and whistles this amazing machine can do.

@carolmckinnon3679 3 жыл бұрын

Would love to learn more about M7 classes

@marjaycj 4 жыл бұрын

Would love a new series. I have a 6700p

@julieperumean1291 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Amy, when constructing quilt squares, using 1/4" seams, do I always go to the Quilt stitches and the 1/4" on page 1 of 7? Thank you.

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

Not necessarily. There's a couple of ways to get that 1/4" on this machine

@linzjan4276 4 жыл бұрын

I struggle tocorrectly adjusting the tension for free motion quilting on my current janome which is a horizon 8200 can you show how easily it is corrected, on this machine. Also i just watched a video on non janome machine that needs oiling, does this one. is this a machine you will need to oil.

@russellberkheimer5705 4 ай бұрын

My thread breaks after doing just a few stitches of FMQ with the PD-H foot. Only after I removed the bobbin holder then replaced it along with the bobbin I was able to FMQ. I am using the blue dot bobbin so I am unclear as to why resetting the bobbin holder would make a difference.

@russellberkheimer5705 4 ай бұрын

Forgot to add that I am using a Janome M7 machine

@rnpenelope5672 6 ай бұрын

I just heard about a blue dot bobbin casing for free motion. Is that necessary?

@fahimkhan-cz3qd 4 жыл бұрын

Does this machine do embroidery too if not what's the best machine for embroidery

@jeantimberlake7008 2 жыл бұрын

Thinking about buying the M7. Currently have the Janome 14000, but have a hard time finding tutorials for this machine. Would love to see more free motion videos.

@AmyQuilts 2 жыл бұрын

I have a ton of videos on free motion quilting here on youtube, but I also have a paid membership that covers the basics and beyond for several higher end Janomes, including the M7 and info on the 15000 that also applies to the 14000. The M7 is AMAZING!

@gkhutchinson1284 3 жыл бұрын

Does Janome S9 combo have an HP foot and plate?

@celinedumoulin4485 2 жыл бұрын

Where an I buy one

@lindaalderson152 2 жыл бұрын

I am trying to free motion quilt with cuddle on the back. My machine will not move. What is the trick to this Please!

@bouldercreekdesigns 4 жыл бұрын

I’m interested!

@christinelimbrunner2695 3 жыл бұрын

I know this is late in the game, but I NEED the club!! Just bought an M7 in NC at my closest Janome dealer, and have gone from loving it to all kinds of free motion problems, Could it be the 50 wt cotton thread? Amy, you and your video are the BEST. You have given me hope.

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

I'm opening up the Clubhouse to new members soon!

@christinelimbrunner2695 3 жыл бұрын

@@AmyQuilts YIPPEEEE!!!

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

Christine-- the clubhouse is open until Sunday. I don't think we ever got you onto the waiting list. AmyQuilts.teachable.com

@KatieBSewCrafty Жыл бұрын

Why not use the blue dot (low tension) bobbin case that’s specifically for free motion?

@AmyQuilts Жыл бұрын

You can if you want. But using the applications menu to set up for free motion automatically increases the top tension for you. Tightening the top tension is the same as reducing the bobbin tension without making another purchase. Fine tuning the tension is super easy if needed no matter the method.

@lizthibodeaux2496 4 жыл бұрын

I would love videos on the 15,000!

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

Liz Thibodeaux you might want to email info@amyquilts.com for more info on my Clubhouse. There will be a lot on the 15000.

@jackiemorrison491 4 жыл бұрын

Amy, I’m interested in this machine, but I do have the Artistic quilter and planning to get rid of it for the m7...am I doing a good thing? Cause I like to make bags also, and need something stronger than the 6600..your thoughts??

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

I feel like I already answered this somewhere, or someone else is making the same choice....The M7 is heads and heels above the 6600! Giving up the Artistic Quilter...that's a tough one!

@jennyfritz8274 Жыл бұрын

I have followed these directions and my M7 is stuck in place when the feed dogs are lowered. If I continue the bobbin thread breaks. I have the blue dot bobbin in place. If I raise the feed dogs, off we go. I don't understand what I'm doing wrong.

@AmyQuilts Жыл бұрын

Did you figure this out? I guess KZfaq doesn't notify me of every video comment. I just saw this.

@TheMinot60 4 жыл бұрын

I wonder why there is so little discussion on free motion embroidery. I’ve never had much desire to have a machine that embroidered someone else’s designs. I think this machine would be exceptional for free motion embroidery because you can use the knee lift bar to vary the width of zig zag, something that might work magic with the craft and I think the motor would hold up well. I’ve just put a deposit on this whale, and I’ll give some fme a shot and let you know.

@dennyr989 3 жыл бұрын

Oh...M7 needs a separate walking foot...no accufeed? I have a 1600p Janome which I love but hate having to use a clunky walking foot for straight line quilting. Does the 6700 work well?

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

M7 has Acufeed. Even has a separate motor to drive it! 6700P is great too, like the M7's little brother.

@dennyr989 3 жыл бұрын

@@AmyQuilts thank you!

@pganana1262 4 жыл бұрын

Would the Horizon 7700 be included?

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

Sadly, no. The machines I've chosen to cover in the clubhouse all have 9mm feet, a different Acufeed, and a different needle plate system.

@corvettew.s.4360 Жыл бұрын

Are there any patterns for the M7 Continental to follow instead just stabbing in the dark? I'm a newbie

@AmyQuilts Жыл бұрын

Patterns? I'm not sure I understand your question. You can use any pattern you desire on this machine. Or are you asking about free motion quilting designs? Or a guide for learning this machine? Janome does have a M7 workbook you can purchase, and I have the AmyQuilts Clubhouse, which is a membership program centered around learning more about your higher end Janome, including the M7. Our shop is currently out of the workbook, check with your dealer. Info about my Clubhouse: amyquilts.teachable.com/p/amyquilts-sewing-clubhouse. No stabbing necessary.... Leave me another comment with clarification and I do my best to answer.

@suenelson4545 4 жыл бұрын

I have a Janome 11000 with upgrade that I don't know how to use all the machine quilting features. Class was to far away from me when I bought it. Is the 11000 upgrade included in your class?

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

I'm sorry, we don'r cover the 11000 in the clubhouse. I became a dealer after it was retired from sale, so I just don't know it well enough to include it.

@suenelson4545 4 жыл бұрын

@@AmyQuilts Thank you for your terrific video and quick response! I just wish I could use the upgrade kit.

@cherylwick6074 Жыл бұрын

Janome 6650 for putting with a frame will it work with ruler

@AmyQuilts Жыл бұрын

Technically, yes. Practically....I don't know that it's worth it. Longer rulers will wobble without a ruler base, and once you start rolling up the quilt, you'll be limited to a narrow field of stitching.

@jeanpizzimenti5356 2 жыл бұрын

What did you put the height to? I have the m7

@AmyQuilts 2 жыл бұрын

I typically set it to right around 1mm high, but it all depends on the batting

@joycebeck1757 3 жыл бұрын

I might interested just got a M7 machine

@AmyQuilts 2 жыл бұрын

Check out amyquilts.teachable.com/

@memeyers1962 3 жыл бұрын

Would be interested. I’ve had my M7 a month and haven’t experimented very much yet.

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

we just ended an enrollment period for our Clubhouse. Go to Amyquilts.teachable.com to get on the notifications list so you don't miss it in December when we open enrollment again.

@sewsnoqualmie590 4 жыл бұрын

I just got my M7 last week, and I’m doing my first free motion project (throw pillow sham) with it. Great video! I generally sew clothing, but I would be very interested in subscribing to your training videos. 😊🧵

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

Sew Snoqualmie to get more info on my AmyQuilts Clubhouse, just send an email to info@amyquilts.com 😊

@sewsnoqualmie590 4 жыл бұрын

Amy Johnson will do!

@AmyQuilts 3 жыл бұрын

Not sure if you saw that we were taking new members for my Clubhouse, but it's open until Sunday. I don't think we ever got you onto the waiting list. AmyQuilts.teachable.com

@judyskousen9120 4 жыл бұрын

I am so glad I found you. Is it too late to sign up?

@AmyQuilts 4 жыл бұрын

It is not! Go to amyquilts.teachable.com registration ends 3/1/20 though we'll open it up again later this year again.