Description

Feature-Packed Sewing & Quilting in a Compact Machine

The Janome 5300 QDC LBQ is an excellent choice for sewists who want advanced computerized features without moving into a large, heavy sewing machine.

Whether you’re quilting at home, sewing garments, piecing quilt blocks, or taking your machine to a class or retreat, the 5300 QDC LBQ delivers an impressive combination of portability and capability.

At only about 15 pounds, it’s easy to transport while still providing many of the convenience features normally associated with much larger premium machines.

300 Built-In Stitches + Alphabet Characters

Creative sewing is one of the 5300 QDC LBQ’s strengths.

The machine provides 300 built-in sewing stitches plus 100 alphabet characters, giving you an extensive selection for everyday construction, quilting, decorative sewing, appliqué, and personalization.

You’ll also have 7 one-step buttonholes, allowing you to create professional-looking buttonholes with consistent results.

Superior Plus Feed System

Janome’s Superior Plus Feed System (SFS+) uses a 7-piece feed dog system to provide smooth, stable fabric feeding.

Consistent fabric movement is particularly valuable when you’re piecing quilt blocks, sewing long seams, or working with fabrics where keeping your layers aligned matters.

You can also drop the feed dogs for free-motion quilting and other techniques where you want complete control over fabric movement.

Designed With Quilters in Mind

The LBQ package makes the 5300 QDC especially appealing for quilters.

A quilting attachment kit and extension table are included, giving you additional tools and workspace for piecing and quilting projects right out of the box.

The included knee lift allows you to raise the presser foot while keeping your hands on your project—particularly helpful when pivoting, appliquéing, or working on detailed quilt blocks.

Optic Magnifier Set Included

One of the most unusual features included with the 5300 QDC LBQ is Janome’s Optic Magnifier Set.

The included 20x, 40x, and 60x magnifiers provide an enlarged view of the needle area, making it easier to see detailed stitching, fabric alignment, and the exact position of your needle.

It’s a particularly useful addition for detailed piecing, appliqué, decorative sewing, and anyone who appreciates better visibility at the needle.

Automatic Thread Cutting

When you’ve finished a seam, simply press the thread cutter button and the 5300 QDC LBQ automatically trims your threads.

Combined with memorized needle up/down, locking stitch, Start/Stop sewing, adjustable speed control, automatic thread tension, and easy reverse, the machine gives you a level of convenience that’s impressive for such a portable platform.

Easy to Take to Classes & Retreats

Despite its extensive feature set, the 5300 QDC LBQ remains compact and portable.

It measures approximately 15.9″ wide x 11.8″ high x 6.8″ deep and weighs approximately 15.2 pounds.

The included hard cover makes storage and transportation easier, making the 5300 QDC LBQ an outstanding choice for sewists who attend quilting classes, guild meetings, retreats, or workshops.

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KEY FEATURES & HIGHLIGHTS

Sewing & Creative Features

• 300 built-in sewing stitches
• 100 alphabet characters
• 7 one-step buttonholes
• Stitch pattern memory
• Combine up to 100 stitches
• Maximum 7mm stitch width
• Maximum 5mm stitch length
• 15 needle positions
• Twin needle guard

Superior Fabric Feeding

• Janome Superior Plus Feed System (SFS+)
• 7-piece feed dog
• Adjustable presser foot pressure
• Drop feed for free-motion work
• Extra-high presser foot lift
• Top-loading full rotary hook bobbin

Automatic Convenience

• Automatic thread cutter
• Automatic thread tension
• Built-in one-hand needle threader
• Memorized needle up/down
• Locking stitch button
• Start/Stop button
• Speed control slider
• Easy reverse
• Auto-declutch bobbin winder

Quilting Features

• Quilting Attachment Kit included
• Extension table included
• Knee lift included
• Drop feed for free-motion quilting
• Adjustable presser foot pressure
• Optic Magnifier Set included

Portable Design

• Approximately 15.2 lbs.
• Compact full-size machine
• Hard cover included
• Excellent for classes, retreats, guild meetings, and travel

WHAT’S INCLUDED

The Janome 5300 QDC LBQ comes with an excellent collection of standard accessories, including:

• Janome 5300 QDC LBQ sewing machine
• Extension table
• Quilting Attachment Kit
• Optic Magnifier Set with 20x, 40x and 60x lenses
• Knee lifter
• Hard cover
• Automatic Buttonhole Foot
• Blind Hem Foot
• Overcast Foot M
• Overedge Foot C
• Satin Stitch Foot
• Zig-Zag Foot
• Zipper Foot E
• Foot control
• Assorted needle set
• Bobbins and standard accessories
• Lint brush
• Seam ripper
• Spool holders