Innovation in Every Stitch: Discover the Power of the Skyline S9
The Janome Skyline S9 sewing and embroidery machine is a state-of-the-art solution designed for creative enthusiasts and professionals alike. Combining advanced technology with user-friendly features, this versatile machine offers the perfect balance of functionality and precision. Whether you are sewing garments, crafting intricate embroidery designs, or tackling large quilting projects, the Skyline S9 is equipped to meet all your creative needs. With its sleek design and powerful capabilities, it provides a seamless and enjoyable sewing experience for users of all skill levels.
This machine stands out for its extensive range of features, including 250 built-in embroidery designs, 300 built-in stitches, and cutting-edge functions like wireless design transfer and on-screen editing. The Skyline S9’s spacious workspace and ergonomic design ensure comfort and efficiency, making it an ideal choice for both small and large projects. Its innovative technology, such as the AcuFeed™ Flex fabric feeding system and adjustable embroidery speed, empowers users to achieve professional-quality results with ease. The Janome Skyline S9 is not just a sewing machine—it is a gateway to boundless creativity and endless possibilities.
Your Creative Partner: Sewing and Embroidery Redefined
Embroidery features
Maximum embroidery area: 170mm x 200mm
With a maximum embroidery area of 170mm x 200mm (6.7" x 7.9"), the Skyline S9 provides ample space for creating intricate and detailed designs. This size is ideal for a variety of projects, including garments, home decor, and accessories.
Built-in Embroidery Designs
The Janome Skyline S9 comes with an impressive collection of 250 built-in embroidery designs. This includes 40 exclusive designs by Anna Maria Horner, ensuring users can access unique and artistic patterns for their projects. These designs cover a wide range of styles, from florals to geometric patterns, catering to diverse creative needs.
Monogramming Fonts
The machine offers 10 embroidery fonts and different monogramming fonts, allowing users to add personalised touches to their projects. These fonts range from classic serif styles to modern script options, perfect for creating custom initials, names, or decorative text.
3 Standard Hoops Included
The Janome Skyline S9 comes equipped with three standard embroidery hoops—170mm x 200mm, 140mm x 140mm, and 100mm x 40mm—offering versatility for a wide range of embroidery projects. Whether you're working on large, detailed designs or small, intricate embellishments, these hoops provide the perfect fit for every creative need.
Design Transfer
Transferring designs to the machine is simple and versatile. Users can choose from wireless connectivity, USB, or a direct PC connection to upload their custom designs or patterns, ensuring seamless integration with their creative process.
On-Screen Editing
The machine’s advanced on-screen editing functions include enlarging or reducing designs, rotating them, creating mirror images, dragging and dropping elements, zooming in for precision, adjusting arcs, and combining multiple designs. This level of customisation allows for complete control over the final output.
Programmable Jump Thread Trimming
To maintain a clean and professional appearance, the Skyline S9 automatically trims jump threads during embroidery. This eliminates the need for manual trimming and saves time.
Adjustable Speed up to 800spm
The embroidery speed can be adjusted up to 800 stitches per minute to suit the user’s needs, providing greater control and precision, especially for intricate designs or delicate fabrics.
Flexible Stitch Traveling
This feature allows users to navigate through their embroidery designs in increments of 1, 10, 100, or 500 stitches. It’s particularly useful for pinpointing specific areas or making corrections.
Auto Return Post Thread Break
In the event of a thread break, the machine automatically returns to the exact point of interruption, ensuring a seamless continuation of the design.
Adjustable Hoop Position
Even after starting the embroidery process, users can adjust the hoop position to fine-tune placement or alignment, providing flexibility and precision.
Embroidery Couching Function
With this function, users can add textured effects to their designs by incorporating yarn or cord into the embroidery, opening up new creative possibilities.
Cutwork Enabled
The Skyline S9 supports cutwork designs, allowing for the creation of intricate cut-out details in embroidery projects. This feature is perfect for adding a unique and professional touch.
Note: The machine does not include built-in cutwork designs.
Sewing features
Built-in Stitches
The machine includes 300 built-in stitches, offering a wide variety of options for both functional and decorative sewing. This collection features alphabet fonts and 11 one-step buttonholes, making it suitable for projects ranging from everyday sewing to intricate embellishments.
LCD Touchscreen
The intuitive LCD touchscreen interface makes it easy to select and edit stitches, customise settings, and preview designs before sewing or embroidering.
Large Workspace
With 210mm (8.3") of space to the right of the needle, the Skyline S9 provides a large workspace, accommodating big projects such as quilts or draperies.
Sewing Speed
With a maximum sewing speed of up to 1,000 stitches per minute, the Skyline S9 allows for efficient and fast sewing while maintaining precision.
Automatic Thread Tension Control
This feature ensures consistent stitch quality across different fabric types and thicknesses by automatically adjusting the thread tension.
Superior Needle Threader
The built-in needle threader simplifies the threading process, making it quick and hassle-free.
Snap-on Presser Feet
Changing presser feet is a breeze with the snap-on design, enabling users to switch between different feet quickly and easily to suit their sewing needs.
Automatic Presser Foot Lift
This convenient feature automatically raises the presser foot after a thread cut or at the end of a seam, reducing manual effort and streamlining the sewing process.
Memorised Needle Up/Down and Pivot Function
Users can program the needle to stop in either the up or down position, which is particularly useful for pivoting, quilting, or applique work.
AcuFeed™ Flex Layered Fabric Feeding System
This system ensures precise fabric handling, making it ideal for quilting, sewing multiple layers, and working with tricky fabrics like velvet or leather.
Stitch Tapering Function
The tapering function allows for the gradual narrowing of stitches, enabling the creation of decorative effects and intricate details.
Free Arm
The free arm design facilitates the sewing of tubular items such as cuffs, sleeves, and pant legs, providing ease and convenience.
Start/Stop Button
This button allows for sewing without the foot pedal, giving users more control and flexibility, especially during long seams or embroidery.
Locking Stitch Button
At the start and end of seams, the locking stitch button secures stitches to prevent unraveling, ensuring a professional finish.
Automatic Thread Cutter
With the push of a button, the machine automatically trims both the top and bobbin threads, saving time and effort.
Maximum Stitch Width
With a maximum stitch width of 9mm, the Skyline S9 allows for wide decorative stitches, adding versatility and flair to projects.
Maximum Stitch Length
The machine offers a maximum stitch length of 5mm, making it suitable for a variety of applications, from topstitching to basting.
Automatic Foot Pressure Adjustment
The machine automatically adjusts the presser foot pressure based on the thickness of the fabric, ensuring consistent stitch quality.
Drop Feed
For free-motion sewing and quilting, users can lower the feed dogs, giving them complete control over fabric movement.
Easy Reverse Button
This feature allows for quick backstitching to reinforce seams without interrupting the sewing process.
Adjustable Knee Lift
The knee lift raises the presser foot without using hands, making it especially useful for quilting or handling large projects.
Memory Function
Users can store customised stitch settings for future use, making it easier to replicate designs and settings across projects.
Last Stitch Recall Capability
Even if the machine is turned off, it remembers the last stitch sewn, allowing users to pick up exactly where they left off.
AcuGuide™ Automatic Cloth Guide
This feature ensures accurate seam allowances and fabric guiding, improving the consistency of sewing results.
Variable Zig Zag
Unlock creative possibilities with variable zig-zag, controlled via the knee lifter. Ideal for free-motion designs like thread painting, raw-edge appliqué, and monogramming, this feature is perfect for artistic expression.
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Janome Skyline S9 Sewing & Embroidery Machine
What's in the box?
- Zigzag Foot A
- Rolled Hem Foot D
- Zipper Foot E
- Satin Stitch Foot F
- Open Toe Satin Stitch Foot F2
- Blind Hemming Foot G
- Overedge Foot M
- 1/4˝ Seam Foot O
- Embroidery Foot P
- Embroidery Couching Foot PC-1
- Embroidery Couching Foot PC-2
- Darning Foot PD-H
- Free Motion Quilting Closed-toe Foot QC
- Free Motion Quilting Open-toe Foot QO
- Free Motion Quilting Zigzag Foot QV
- Automatic Buttonhole Foot R
- Stabilizer Plate for B/hole Ft
- Button Sewing Foot T
- AcuFeed Holder (twin)
- AcuFeed Foot AD (twin)
- AcuFeed Open Toe Foot UD (twin)
- AcuFeed Quilt Piecing Foot OD (twin)
- AcuFeed Holder (single)
- AcuFeed Foot VD (single)
- AcuFeed Zipper Foot ED (single)
- Straight Stitch Needle Plate
- 5 x Janome Plastic Bobbins
- Needle Set
- Additional Spool Pin
- Screwdriver
- Lint Brush
- Seam Ripper
- Quilting Guide Bar
- 2 x Large Spool Holders
- 2 x Small Spool Holders
- 2 x Special Spool Holders
- Button Shank Plate
- Embroidery Scissor
- Touch Panel Stylus
- Cloth Guide
- Bobbin Holder Cleaner
- Embroidery Hoop RE20a (with template) 170x200mm
- Embroidery Hoop SQ14a (with template) 140x140mm
- Embroidery Hoop FA10a (with template) 100x40mm
- 4 x Magnetic Clamps
- Bobbin Holder with red dot [sewing & embroidery with Janome bobbinfil]
- Bobbin Holder with yellow dot [for non-Janome bobbinfil]
- Felt Fabric
- Sample Stabilizers
- Bobbin Thread for Embroidery
- Foot Control (Large Style)
- Adjustable Knee Lifter
- Power Cable
- USB Cable
- Instruction Book
- Key Icon Reference Chart
- Instructional Video (see link above on this page)
- AcuTools S Software CD-ROM
- Semi-hard Fabric Machine Cover
- Detachable Embroidery Unit in own case
SKU | S9_Options |
Brand | Janome |
Mechanical Warranty | 1 Year |
Computerised Warranty | 5 Year |
Machine Weight | 11.9kg |
Machine Height | 316mm |
Machine Length | 508mm |
Machine Depth | 237mm |
Workspace | 210mm (8.3") x 120mm (4.7") |
Screen Size | 5" |
Screen Type | LCD |
Lighting Type | LED |
Number Of Lights | 6 |
USB Port | 1 |
Wi-Fi Enabled | No |
Thread Cutter | Yes (Automatic) |
Needle Threading | Yes |
Needle Up/Down Button | Yes |
Drop Feed | Yes |
Presser Foot Lift Button | Yes |
Start/Stop Button | Yes |
Reverse Button | Yes |
Auto-lock Stitch Button | Yes |
Stitch Selector | On Screen |
Foot Pressure Adjustment | Yes (Automatic) |
Bobbin Winder | Yes |
Drop-in Bobbin | Yes |
Thread Sensor - Upper | Yes |
Thread Sensor - Bobbin | Yes |
Internal Memory | 4MB |
Wide Table Included | No |
Foot Controller Included | Yes |
Knee Lifter Compatible | Yes (Included) |
Case Included | Yes (Soft) |
Sewing Speed | 1000SPM |
Max Stitch Width | 9mm |
Max Stitch Length | 5mm |
Quick Reference Stitch Chart | Yes |
Built-in Sewing Stitches | 300 |
Buttonhole Type | 1-Step |
Built-in Buttonhole Stitches | 11 |
Sewing Fonts | 3 |
Included Sewing Feet | 22 |
Free-arm | Yes |
Pivot Function | Yes |
Feed Dogs | 7 |
Stitch Elongation | Yes |
Stitch Tapering | Yes |
Mirror Image Stitches | Yes |
Max Embroidery Area | 170mm x 200mm (6.5" x 7.9”) |
Embroidery Unit Weight | 3.375kg |
Hoops Included | 3 |
Hoops Sizes | 170mm x 200mm (6.5" x 8") |
Hoops Sizes | 140mm x 140mm (5.5" x 5.5") |
Hoops Sizes | 100mm x 0mm (4" x 1.5") |
Built-in Embroidery Designs | 250 |
Built-in Disney Embroidery Designs | 0 |
Built-in Embroidery Fonts | 10 |
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