A Janome Continental M6 sewing machine in white and teal, featuring a digital touchscreen display, floral graphic on the front, and an extended arm, shown against a solid white background.
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A Janome sewing machine with a white body and teal-green accents, featuring a digital touchscreen display, floral graphic on the side, and an adjustable stand arm, shown on a solid white background.
A Janome M6 sewing machine in white and teal, featuring a large digital display screen and a vertical metal arm, shown on a solid white background
A white and teal sewing machine shown with its included accessories and parts arranged around it on a clean white background.
White sewing machine with an extended drawer underneath the table surface, shown on a clean white background.
A Janome sewing machine with a long white extended table, a teal digital control panel, and a white body with a floral graphic on the side, shown against a plain white background.
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    A Janome Continental M6 sewing machine in white and teal, featuring a digital touchscreen display, floral graphic on the front, and an extended arm, shown against a solid white background.
    A Janome sewing machine with a white body and a mint green control panel, placed on a wooden table in a bright, modern room.
    A Janome sewing machine with a white body and teal-green accents, featuring a digital touchscreen display, floral graphic on the side, and an adjustable stand arm, shown on a solid white background.
    A Janome M6 sewing machine in white and teal, featuring a large digital display screen and a vertical metal arm, shown on a solid white background
    A white and teal sewing machine shown with its included accessories and parts arranged around it on a clean white background.
    White sewing machine with an extended drawer underneath the table surface, shown on a clean white background.
    A Janome sewing machine with a long white extended table, a teal digital control panel, and a white body with a floral graphic on the side, shown against a plain white background.
    Close-up of a sewing machine presser area and metal needle plate on a white background.
    Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the needle area, presser foot, metal needle plate, and a small clear plastic cover on a white surface.
    A close-up of a sewing machine's digital control panel with a teal bezel and a large touch screen displaying stitch patterns and settings.
    Close-up of the bobbin winder on the top of the machine.
    Close-up of bobbin winding steps 3, 4, and 5.
    graphic showing how to thread the M6LBQ
    Close-up of a graphic on how to wind a bobbin on the M6LBQ.
    Close up of a graphic showing the thread path on the M6.
    Close-up of a white sewing machine body showing the needle threader lever.
    Close up of the blue floral graphics on the Continental M6.
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    A close-up of a white and silver adjustable stand or bracket attached to the side of a white machine, with a teal panel visible in the background on a clean white studio backdrop.
    Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the needle area, presser foot, and metal guide plate on a clean white background.
    Logo that reads 'LAUNDRY BASKET QUILTS' around a central geometric basket icon.
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A Janome Continental M6 sewing machine in white and teal, featuring a digital touchscreen display, floral graphic on the front, and an extended arm, shown against a solid white background.
A Janome sewing machine with a white body and a mint green control panel, placed on a wooden table in a bright, modern room.
A Janome sewing machine with a white body and teal-green accents, featuring a digital touchscreen display, floral graphic on the side, and an adjustable stand arm, shown on a solid white background.
A Janome M6 sewing machine in white and teal, featuring a large digital display screen and a vertical metal arm, shown on a solid white background
A white and teal sewing machine shown with its included accessories and parts arranged around it on a clean white background.
White sewing machine with an extended drawer underneath the table surface, shown on a clean white background.
A Janome sewing machine with a long white extended table, a teal digital control panel, and a white body with a floral graphic on the side, shown against a plain white background.
Close-up of a sewing machine presser area and metal needle plate on a white background.
Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the needle area, presser foot, metal needle plate, and a small clear plastic cover on a white surface.
A close-up of a sewing machine's digital control panel with a teal bezel and a large touch screen displaying stitch patterns and settings.
Close-up of the bobbin winder on the top of the machine.
Close-up of bobbin winding steps 3, 4, and 5.
graphic showing how to thread the M6LBQ
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Close-up of a white sewing machine body showing the needle threader lever.
Close up of the blue floral graphics on the Continental M6.
Close-up of a teal Janome sewing machine control panel with white buttons, including a start-stop button, directional arrows, and a speed slider.
Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the presser foot, needle, fabric feed area, and metal plate on a clean white background.
Close-up of a white sewing machine with a metallic presser foot and silver metal plate on a clean white background.
A close-up of a sewing machine showing the side panel with a white body, a teal upper section, a large white dial, power switches, and a floral print on the front.
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Janome Continental M6 Laundry Basket Quilt Edition Sewing and Quilting Machine

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A Janome Continental M6 sewing machine in white and teal, featuring a digital touchscreen display, floral graphic on the front, and an extended arm, shown against a solid white background.
A Janome sewing machine with a white body and a mint green control panel, placed on a wooden table in a bright, modern room.
A Janome sewing machine with a white body and teal-green accents, featuring a digital touchscreen display, floral graphic on the side, and an adjustable stand arm, shown on a solid white background.
A Janome M6 sewing machine in white and teal, featuring a large digital display screen and a vertical metal arm, shown on a solid white background
A white and teal sewing machine shown with its included accessories and parts arranged around it on a clean white background.
White sewing machine with an extended drawer underneath the table surface, shown on a clean white background.
A Janome sewing machine with a long white extended table, a teal digital control panel, and a white body with a floral graphic on the side, shown against a plain white background.
Close-up of a sewing machine presser area and metal needle plate on a white background.
Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the needle area, presser foot, metal needle plate, and a small clear plastic cover on a white surface.
A close-up of a sewing machine's digital control panel with a teal bezel and a large touch screen displaying stitch patterns and settings.
Close-up of the bobbin winder on the top of the machine.
Close-up of bobbin winding steps 3, 4, and 5.
graphic showing how to thread the M6LBQ
Close-up of a graphic on how to wind a bobbin on the M6LBQ.
Close up of a graphic showing the thread path on the M6.
Close-up of a white sewing machine body showing the needle threader lever.
Close up of the blue floral graphics on the Continental M6.
Close-up of a teal Janome sewing machine control panel with white buttons, including a start-stop button, directional arrows, and a speed slider.
Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the presser foot, needle, fabric feed area, and metal plate on a clean white background.
Close-up of a white sewing machine with a metallic presser foot and silver metal plate on a clean white background.
A close-up of a sewing machine showing the side panel with a white body, a teal upper section, a large white dial, power switches, and a floral print on the front.
A close-up of a white and silver adjustable stand or bracket attached to the side of a white machine, with a teal panel visible in the background on a clean white studio backdrop.
Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the needle area, presser foot, and metal guide plate on a clean white background.
Logo that reads 'LAUNDRY BASKET QUILTS' around a central geometric basket icon.
White and teal electronic sewing machine head shown from a top-down view on a solid white background.
picture of the back of the M6LBQ on a white background
    A Janome Continental M6 sewing machine in white and teal, featuring a digital touchscreen display, floral graphic on the front, and an extended arm, shown against a solid white background.
    A Janome sewing machine with a white body and a mint green control panel, placed on a wooden table in a bright, modern room.
    A Janome sewing machine with a white body and teal-green accents, featuring a digital touchscreen display, floral graphic on the side, and an adjustable stand arm, shown on a solid white background.
    A Janome M6 sewing machine in white and teal, featuring a large digital display screen and a vertical metal arm, shown on a solid white background
    A white and teal sewing machine shown with its included accessories and parts arranged around it on a clean white background.
    White sewing machine with an extended drawer underneath the table surface, shown on a clean white background.
    A Janome sewing machine with a long white extended table, a teal digital control panel, and a white body with a floral graphic on the side, shown against a plain white background.
    Close-up of a sewing machine presser area and metal needle plate on a white background.
    Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the needle area, presser foot, metal needle plate, and a small clear plastic cover on a white surface.
    A close-up of a sewing machine's digital control panel with a teal bezel and a large touch screen displaying stitch patterns and settings.
    Close-up of the bobbin winder on the top of the machine.
    Close-up of bobbin winding steps 3, 4, and 5.
    graphic showing how to thread the M6LBQ
    Close-up of a graphic on how to wind a bobbin on the M6LBQ.
    Close up of a graphic showing the thread path on the M6.
    Close-up of a white sewing machine body showing the needle threader lever.
    Close up of the blue floral graphics on the Continental M6.
    Close-up of a teal Janome sewing machine control panel with white buttons, including a start-stop button, directional arrows, and a speed slider.
    Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the presser foot, needle, fabric feed area, and metal plate on a clean white background.
    Close-up of a white sewing machine with a metallic presser foot and silver metal plate on a clean white background.
    A close-up of a sewing machine showing the side panel with a white body, a teal upper section, a large white dial, power switches, and a floral print on the front.
    A close-up of a white and silver adjustable stand or bracket attached to the side of a white machine, with a teal panel visible in the background on a clean white studio backdrop.
    Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the needle area, presser foot, and metal guide plate on a clean white background.
    Logo that reads 'LAUNDRY BASKET QUILTS' around a central geometric basket icon.
    White and teal electronic sewing machine head shown from a top-down view on a solid white background.
    picture of the back of the M6LBQ on a white background
A Janome Continental M6 sewing machine in white and teal, featuring a digital touchscreen display, floral graphic on the front, and an extended arm, shown against a solid white background.
A Janome sewing machine with a white body and a mint green control panel, placed on a wooden table in a bright, modern room.
A Janome sewing machine with a white body and teal-green accents, featuring a digital touchscreen display, floral graphic on the side, and an adjustable stand arm, shown on a solid white background.
A Janome M6 sewing machine in white and teal, featuring a large digital display screen and a vertical metal arm, shown on a solid white background
A white and teal sewing machine shown with its included accessories and parts arranged around it on a clean white background.
White sewing machine with an extended drawer underneath the table surface, shown on a clean white background.
A Janome sewing machine with a long white extended table, a teal digital control panel, and a white body with a floral graphic on the side, shown against a plain white background.
Close-up of a sewing machine presser area and metal needle plate on a white background.
Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the needle area, presser foot, metal needle plate, and a small clear plastic cover on a white surface.
A close-up of a sewing machine's digital control panel with a teal bezel and a large touch screen displaying stitch patterns and settings.
Close-up of the bobbin winder on the top of the machine.
Close-up of bobbin winding steps 3, 4, and 5.
graphic showing how to thread the M6LBQ
Close-up of a graphic on how to wind a bobbin on the M6LBQ.
Close up of a graphic showing the thread path on the M6.
Close-up of a white sewing machine body showing the needle threader lever.
Close up of the blue floral graphics on the Continental M6.
Close-up of a teal Janome sewing machine control panel with white buttons, including a start-stop button, directional arrows, and a speed slider.
Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the presser foot, needle, fabric feed area, and metal plate on a clean white background.
Close-up of a white sewing machine with a metallic presser foot and silver metal plate on a clean white background.
A close-up of a sewing machine showing the side panel with a white body, a teal upper section, a large white dial, power switches, and a floral print on the front.
A close-up of a white and silver adjustable stand or bracket attached to the side of a white machine, with a teal panel visible in the background on a clean white studio backdrop.
Close-up of a white sewing machine showing the needle area, presser foot, and metal guide plate on a clean white background.
Logo that reads 'LAUNDRY BASKET QUILTS' around a central geometric basket icon.
White and teal electronic sewing machine head shown from a top-down view on a solid white background.
picture of the back of the M6LBQ on a white background

Janome Continental M6 Laundry Basket Quilt Edition Sewing and Quilting Machine Details

Product Description
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The Janome Continental M6 Laundry Basket Quilt Edition Sewing and Quilting Machine brings together spacious quilting capability, professional-level performance, and exclusive Laundry Basket Quilts style. Inspired by the innovative quilting patterns of Laundry Basket Quilts, this special-edition machine is designed with the advanced sewist and quilter in mind. Its expansive 17.81" all-metal seamless flatbed provides a smooth, sturdy surface for managing quilts and other large projects, while an impressive 13.5" of space to the right of the needle gives you plenty of room to maneuver bulky layers. A streamlined profile improves your view of the sewing field, and the included extension table adds even more workspace while providing a convenient storage drawer.

Explore an impressive selection of 400 built-in stitches up to 9mm wide, including five alphabets, along with 12 Sensor buttonholes and one automatic buttonhole. The full-color 7" HD touchscreen places stitch selections and sewing applications within easy reach, while the auto tension system helps take the guesswork out of achieving balanced stitches. With a maximum sewing speed of 1,300 stitches per minute, the M6 is ready to move efficiently through everything from piecing and garment construction to decorative sewing and detailed quilting. Nine bright white LED lamps positioned in four locations illuminate the work area, while conveniences such as the superior needle threader, automatic presser foot lift, automatic thread cutter, memorized needle up/down, adjustable knee lift, optical bobbin monitoring, and independent bobbin winding motor help create a smoother workflow from start to finish.

For quilters who want greater creative control, the Continental M6 Laundry Basket Quilt Edition is packed with tools for precision work. Rulerwork Mode and variable zigzag support free-motion quilting, while the AcuFeed Flex Plus Layered Fabric Feeding System helps move multiple layers evenly for more consistent results. Stitch tapering opens up creative possibilities for decorative stitching, and automatic one-touch needle plate conversion makes switching techniques quick and convenient with three included plates. The machine also includes the Professional HP needle plate with HP and HP2 feet, advanced plate markings, a straight-stitch needle plate, and a 7-piece Superior Feed System. Combined with its USB port, easy-set bobbin, direct-touch sewing adjustments, extra-high presser foot lift, and exclusive Quilter's Collection Series package, the M6 delivers the space, control, and versatility to take ambitious quilting and sewing projects from idea to finished creation.

Optical Bobbin Sensor

Optical Bobbin Sensor

For everyone who has sewn a long seam only to find that your bobbin thread ran out after the first few inches, Janome's advanced Optical Bobbin Monitoring System is for you. This technology allows the M6 to constantly monitor your bobbin thread supply while sewing so that you will receive a warning as soon as the bobbin thread gets low, not when it's too late at the end of your seam.


Stitches

400 Built-in Stitches

Customize, resize, combine, and save the 400 built-in stitches on the Continental M6. The large LCD touchscreen makes editing easy, and you can make combinations up to 100 stitches long. This machine offers a range of stitches, including utility, applique, heirloom, quilting, decorative, pictograph, and more! Most of them can even be flipped, mirrored, or tapered. Store the stitches in the built-in 3MB memory banks or on a USB drive right from the machine.


Stitch Composer

Stitch Composer

You can never have too many stitches! Even though the M6 has 400 built-in stitches, you can use the unique Stitch Composer™ program to create your own stitch patterns from scratch! The program is easy to use, and transferring stitches to your machine is easy using the built-in USB port.


Stitches Per Minute

1300 Stitches Per Minute

The Continental M6 can knock out projects in no time at all. It has a DC brushless motor that puts out 1300 stitches per minute while still giving you the strength and stability you require. This machine has a full metal frame that keeps vibrations to a minimum, so you get neater stitches and a smooth, high-performance sewing experience.



Variable Zigzag

The Continental M6 includes an excellent tool for creativity: the variable zig zag. This feature enables precision control over the stitch width via the (optional) knee lift! Thread painters will delight in the ease of control of the stitch width. Begin with a straight stitch, then while the machine is still running, press against the knee lifter to widen your stitch to a 9mm zigzag—release pressure to gradually return to a straight stitch for a tapered finish. Don't want a 9mm stitch? You can easily control the maximum width of the stitch setting in the machine's set mode. This advanced control opens up fantastic possibilities for creative expression with free motion quilting, thread painting, raw edge appliqué, free motion monogramming, and more.



EXTRA-HIGH PRESSER FOOT LIFT

EXTRA-HIGH PRESSER FOOT LIFT

When you need extra space to sew thicker fabrics, Janome's M6 has you covered. It features an extra-high presser foot lift. This additional space makes it easier to sew multilayer projects, so there is no more struggling to fit thick fabrics like denim and fleece under your presser foot. You can raise the presser foot about 6mm (1/4˝) higher than the normal up position by exerting more pressure when lifting the presser foot or knee lifter. It also allows for easy changes of the needle plates.


91 Needle Positions

91 Needle Positions

This machine offers 91 needle positions. All these options allow for more detail in decorative stitches and incredible fine adjustments in all stitch creations. You can drop the needle in the perfect spot! And with the 9mm stitch width, this sort of bold detail can be easily appreciated.


RULER WORK MODE

RULER WORK MODE

Expand your quilting options and take advantage of the vast array of precision templates on the market for ruler-guided quilting. Engage the Ruler Work foot (QR) to follow along the guiding edge of precision cut templates safely. Achieve beautiful and consistent quilting results previously only available to longarm quilters. Check out some of the template rulers we offer here.


Computerized One-Touch Needle Plate

Computerized One-Touch Needle Plate

Changing out your needle plate has never been easier! The needle plate automatically lifts up by simply pressing a button on your screen for easy removal. There is no need to snap the replacement needle plate in, as the newly designed computerized needle plate system quickly falls into place. And, since the M6 comes with two-needle plates, changing them out for the proper application is a breeze.




Drop Feed

Drop Feed

Janome's M6 has an on-screen key that automatically lowers the feed dogs so you can quickly switch to free-motion quilting.

Knee Lifter

Optional Knee Lifter

Using the optional knee lifter, you can raise and lower the presser foot with your knee, leaving both hands free to handle the fabric.

SFS-i, Feed System

SFS-i, Intelligent Feed System

The SFS-i, intelligent feed system, is designed to keep the feed dogs down and out of the way so that you can easily position your fabric. As soon as you start sewing, the feed dogs come up and grab the fabric.

1-step Buttonhole

Buttonhole Foot

This machine includes an automatic buttonhole foot with a stabilizer plate as well as a button sewing foot so you can easily sew any of the 12 one-step buttonholes your machine offers.



Work Space

Large Work Space

The M6 has one of the largest sewing spaces available on any home machine. With 13.5" of workspace, a total work area of 17.81", more than 3" in the needle/needle plate section, and bright white LED lighting to illuminate your sewing space with shadow-free coverage, your sewing capacity will improve all around. You'll have even more workspace with an added, optional extension table of 26.77" by 15.75". As a nifty little feature, the worktable has a built-in drawer to keep all of your favorite accessories at your fingertips.


HEAVYWEIGHT MATERIALS

HEAVYWEIGHT MATERIALS

Engineered to meet your demands, the M6 provides powerful penetration and needle force, allowing you to tackle heavy-weight home decor fabrics like canvas effortlessly. It'll even power through multiple layers of denim. The newly redesigned motor also provides the strength, reliability, and longevity that you've come to expect from a Janome workhorse.


AcuFeed Flex Plus

Optional AcuFeed Flex

Janome's optional AcuFeed Layered Fabric Feeding System has long been legendary in the sewing and quilting world for its exceptional precision and power. The system is still removable, but adding and removing it from the machine has become more advanced, adding another layer of reliability and control. After attaching the AcuFeed foot, touch the AcuFeed icon on your screen to engage or disengage the dedicated motor explicitly designed for this feature! Use this system for quilting, seaming, and traditional sewing. Janome's special one-pronged AcuFeed™ feet give precise control for more detailed work, like installing zippers and matching seams.


Quilt Block Advisor

Are you unsure how to cut your log cabin strips for a 10" block? Let Janome's integrated Quilt Block Advisor do the work for you. Input the number of rows/size of work for traditional quilt patterns like Nine Patch, Log Cabin, Baby Blocks, and more. The Quilt Block Advisor will help you break down each section and provide you with the cutting size of pieces, including seam allowance. Download this Quilt Block Advisor Cheat Sheet that converts the fractions so you don't have to!



Stitch Tapering Function

Create original designs for borders and decorative effects with the Stitch Tapering Function. This distinctive feature allows you to adjust stitches at 30, 45, 90, and 120 angles to combine and edit built-in stitches. You can taper the beginning and end of the decorative stitch patterns to create sharp corners and points. Tapered stitches can be used with 41 of the built-in stitches.



Bobbin Winder

Bobbin Winder

With an independent bobbin motor, there is no need to stop your sewing or unthread your machine. Set up your bobbin, push the Bobbin Winding button, and keep sewing your seams while the M6 simultaneously winds your bobbin. When the bobbin is full, it will stop spinning, and the bobbin stopper will automatically return to its original position. With the independent motor, you can spend more time sewing and less time winding bobbins.


7' LCD Touchscreen

7" LCD Touchscreen

Janome's Continental Quilting Machine offers a large, color HD 7" touchscreen that is like working on your favorite tablet. The advanced touchscreen shows all the information you need to sew easily. Select new stitches and memorize your favorites for quick access. The expanded Sewing Applications feature gives you guidance for perfecting various sewing tasks, including those that use optional accessories.


SUPERIOR SYSTEM NEEDLE THREADER

SUPERIOR NEEDLE THREADER V2

Threading your needle just got easier! The superior design of the built-in needle threader ends the task of threading your needle by hand. This time-saving feature allows you to get sewing faster. Its advanced design feeds the thread through the eye of the needle with precise accuracy every time.


Warranty

25-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Janome America, Inc. will ensure your machine's performance for 25 years from the time the machine is purchased. Coverage is limited to repair or necessary replacement of parts caused by defects in quality and materials. Faults in electrical components will be for five years. One year of free labor by an Authorized Janome Retailer is included, usually by the dealership where you purchased your machine.


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Included Accessories

  • Zigzag Foot
  • Overcasting Foot
  • Satin Stitch Foot
  • Blind Hemming Foot
  • Zipper Foot
  • Automatic Buttonhole Foot
  • Stabilizer Plate
  • Rolled Hem Foot
  • Open Toe Satin Stitch Foot
  • Button Sewing Foot
  • 1/4˝ Seam Foot
  • 1/4˝ Seam Foot (w/o guide)
  • Darning Foot
  • Darning Foot (Open-toe)
  • Free Motion Closed-toe Foot
  • Free Motion Open-toe Foot
  • Free Motion Zigzag Foot
  • Zigzag Open-toe Foot
  • Ruler Work Foot
  • Button Shank Plate
  • Bobbin x 5
  • Needle Set
  • Lint Brush
  • Seam Ripper
  • Quilting Guide Bar
  • Screwdriver
  • Net x 2
  • Spool Holder (Large) x 2
  • Spool Holder (Small) x 2
  • Spool Holder (Special) x 2
  • Spool Rest x 2
  • Stylus
  • Needle Plate
  • Straight Stitch Needle Plate
  • Hook Cover Plate
  • Semi-hard Cover
  • Manual
  • Foot Control
  • Power Cord

Key Features

  • 1300 Stitches Per Minute
  • 400 Built-in Stitches
  • 12 Buttonholes
  • Superior Needle Threader
  • Stith Tapering Function
  • Ruler work Mode
  • Auto-power Off
  • 9 LED Lights
  • Automatic Presser Lift
  • Automatic Tension
  • 5 Alphabets
  • Snap-on Feet
  • Memorized Needle Up/Down
  • AcuFeed Feeding System
  • 7-piece Feed Dog
  • USB Port
  • 17.81” Seamless Flatbed
  • Quilt Block Advisor
  • Stitch Composer Software
  • One-touch Buttons
  • Auto-declutch Bobbin Winder
  • Bobbin Sensor
  • 7" Color Touchscreen
  • Dual Thread Stand
  • Max Stitch Width: 9 mm
  • Max Stitch Length: 5 mm
  • Drop Feed
  • Twin Needle Guard
  • 100 Stitch Combinations
  • Adjustable Foot Pressure
  • 91 Needle Positions
  • Automatic Thread Cutter

Additional Information


MANUFACTURER'S 25-Year LIMITED WARRANTY

Product Specifications
Stitches Per Minute: 1300
Needle Threader: Yes
Buttonhole Steps: 1 Step
Length: 25.6 in
Throat Height: 5.5 in
Height: 14.6 in
Throat Space: 13.5 in
Number of Stitches: 400
Width: 10.2 in
Thread Tension Control: Auto
Max Stitch Width: 9 mm
Max Stitch Length: 5 mm
Product Description
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The Janome Continental M6 Laundry Basket Quilt Edition Sewing and Quilting Machine brings together spacious quilting capability, professional-level performance, and exclusive Laundry Basket Quilts style. Inspired by the innovative quilting patterns of Laundry Basket Quilts, this special-edition machine is designed with the advanced sewist and quilter in mind. Its expansive 17.81" all-metal seamless flatbed provides a smooth, sturdy surface for managing quilts and other large projects, while an impressive 13.5" of space to the right of the needle gives you plenty of room to maneuver bulky layers. A streamlined profile improves your view of the sewing field, and the included extension table adds even more workspace while providing a convenient storage drawer.

Explore an impressive selection of 400 built-in stitches up to 9mm wide, including five alphabets, along with 12 Sensor buttonholes and one automatic buttonhole. The full-color 7" HD touchscreen places stitch selections and sewing applications within easy reach, while the auto tension system helps take the guesswork out of achieving balanced stitches. With a maximum sewing speed of 1,300 stitches per minute, the M6 is ready to move efficiently through everything from piecing and garment construction to decorative sewing and detailed quilting. Nine bright white LED lamps positioned in four locations illuminate the work area, while conveniences such as the superior needle threader, automatic presser foot lift, automatic thread cutter, memorized needle up/down, adjustable knee lift, optical bobbin monitoring, and independent bobbin winding motor help create a smoother workflow from start to finish.

For quilters who want greater creative control, the Continental M6 Laundry Basket Quilt Edition is packed with tools for precision work. Rulerwork Mode and variable zigzag support free-motion quilting, while the AcuFeed Flex Plus Layered Fabric Feeding System helps move multiple layers evenly for more consistent results. Stitch tapering opens up creative possibilities for decorative stitching, and automatic one-touch needle plate conversion makes switching techniques quick and convenient with three included plates. The machine also includes the Professional HP needle plate with HP and HP2 feet, advanced plate markings, a straight-stitch needle plate, and a 7-piece Superior Feed System. Combined with its USB port, easy-set bobbin, direct-touch sewing adjustments, extra-high presser foot lift, and exclusive Quilter's Collection Series package, the M6 delivers the space, control, and versatility to take ambitious quilting and sewing projects from idea to finished creation.

Optical Bobbin Sensor

Optical Bobbin Sensor

For everyone who has sewn a long seam only to find that your bobbin thread ran out after the first few inches, Janome's advanced Optical Bobbin Monitoring System is for you. This technology allows the M6 to constantly monitor your bobbin thread supply while sewing so that you will receive a warning as soon as the bobbin thread gets low, not when it's too late at the end of your seam.


Stitches

400 Built-in Stitches

Customize, resize, combine, and save the 400 built-in stitches on the Continental M6. The large LCD touchscreen makes editing easy, and you can make combinations up to 100 stitches long. This machine offers a range of stitches, including utility, applique, heirloom, quilting, decorative, pictograph, and more! Most of them can even be flipped, mirrored, or tapered. Store the stitches in the built-in 3MB memory banks or on a USB drive right from the machine.


Stitch Composer

Stitch Composer

You can never have too many stitches! Even though the M6 has 400 built-in stitches, you can use the unique Stitch Composer™ program to create your own stitch patterns from scratch! The program is easy to use, and transferring stitches to your machine is easy using the built-in USB port.


Stitches Per Minute

1300 Stitches Per Minute

The Continental M6 can knock out projects in no time at all. It has a DC brushless motor that puts out 1300 stitches per minute while still giving you the strength and stability you require. This machine has a full metal frame that keeps vibrations to a minimum, so you get neater stitches and a smooth, high-performance sewing experience.



Variable Zigzag

The Continental M6 includes an excellent tool for creativity: the variable zig zag. This feature enables precision control over the stitch width via the (optional) knee lift! Thread painters will delight in the ease of control of the stitch width. Begin with a straight stitch, then while the machine is still running, press against the knee lifter to widen your stitch to a 9mm zigzag—release pressure to gradually return to a straight stitch for a tapered finish. Don't want a 9mm stitch? You can easily control the maximum width of the stitch setting in the machine's set mode. This advanced control opens up fantastic possibilities for creative expression with free motion quilting, thread painting, raw edge appliqué, free motion monogramming, and more.



EXTRA-HIGH PRESSER FOOT LIFT

EXTRA-HIGH PRESSER FOOT LIFT

When you need extra space to sew thicker fabrics, Janome's M6 has you covered. It features an extra-high presser foot lift. This additional space makes it easier to sew multilayer projects, so there is no more struggling to fit thick fabrics like denim and fleece under your presser foot. You can raise the presser foot about 6mm (1/4˝) higher than the normal up position by exerting more pressure when lifting the presser foot or knee lifter. It also allows for easy changes of the needle plates.


91 Needle Positions

91 Needle Positions

This machine offers 91 needle positions. All these options allow for more detail in decorative stitches and incredible fine adjustments in all stitch creations. You can drop the needle in the perfect spot! And with the 9mm stitch width, this sort of bold detail can be easily appreciated.


RULER WORK MODE

RULER WORK MODE

Expand your quilting options and take advantage of the vast array of precision templates on the market for ruler-guided quilting. Engage the Ruler Work foot (QR) to follow along the guiding edge of precision cut templates safely. Achieve beautiful and consistent quilting results previously only available to longarm quilters. Check out some of the template rulers we offer here.


Computerized One-Touch Needle Plate

Computerized One-Touch Needle Plate

Changing out your needle plate has never been easier! The needle plate automatically lifts up by simply pressing a button on your screen for easy removal. There is no need to snap the replacement needle plate in, as the newly designed computerized needle plate system quickly falls into place. And, since the M6 comes with two-needle plates, changing them out for the proper application is a breeze.




Drop Feed

Drop Feed

Janome's M6 has an on-screen key that automatically lowers the feed dogs so you can quickly switch to free-motion quilting.

Knee Lifter

Optional Knee Lifter

Using the optional knee lifter, you can raise and lower the presser foot with your knee, leaving both hands free to handle the fabric.

SFS-i, Feed System

SFS-i, Intelligent Feed System

The SFS-i, intelligent feed system, is designed to keep the feed dogs down and out of the way so that you can easily position your fabric. As soon as you start sewing, the feed dogs come up and grab the fabric.

1-step Buttonhole

Buttonhole Foot

This machine includes an automatic buttonhole foot with a stabilizer plate as well as a button sewing foot so you can easily sew any of the 12 one-step buttonholes your machine offers.



Work Space

Large Work Space

The M6 has one of the largest sewing spaces available on any home machine. With 13.5" of workspace, a total work area of 17.81", more than 3" in the needle/needle plate section, and bright white LED lighting to illuminate your sewing space with shadow-free coverage, your sewing capacity will improve all around. You'll have even more workspace with an added, optional extension table of 26.77" by 15.75". As a nifty little feature, the worktable has a built-in drawer to keep all of your favorite accessories at your fingertips.


HEAVYWEIGHT MATERIALS

HEAVYWEIGHT MATERIALS

Engineered to meet your demands, the M6 provides powerful penetration and needle force, allowing you to tackle heavy-weight home decor fabrics like canvas effortlessly. It'll even power through multiple layers of denim. The newly redesigned motor also provides the strength, reliability, and longevity that you've come to expect from a Janome workhorse.


AcuFeed Flex Plus

Optional AcuFeed Flex

Janome's optional AcuFeed Layered Fabric Feeding System has long been legendary in the sewing and quilting world for its exceptional precision and power. The system is still removable, but adding and removing it from the machine has become more advanced, adding another layer of reliability and control. After attaching the AcuFeed foot, touch the AcuFeed icon on your screen to engage or disengage the dedicated motor explicitly designed for this feature! Use this system for quilting, seaming, and traditional sewing. Janome's special one-pronged AcuFeed™ feet give precise control for more detailed work, like installing zippers and matching seams.


Quilt Block Advisor

Are you unsure how to cut your log cabin strips for a 10" block? Let Janome's integrated Quilt Block Advisor do the work for you. Input the number of rows/size of work for traditional quilt patterns like Nine Patch, Log Cabin, Baby Blocks, and more. The Quilt Block Advisor will help you break down each section and provide you with the cutting size of pieces, including seam allowance. Download this Quilt Block Advisor Cheat Sheet that converts the fractions so you don't have to!



Stitch Tapering Function

Create original designs for borders and decorative effects with the Stitch Tapering Function. This distinctive feature allows you to adjust stitches at 30, 45, 90, and 120 angles to combine and edit built-in stitches. You can taper the beginning and end of the decorative stitch patterns to create sharp corners and points. Tapered stitches can be used with 41 of the built-in stitches.



Bobbin Winder

Bobbin Winder

With an independent bobbin motor, there is no need to stop your sewing or unthread your machine. Set up your bobbin, push the Bobbin Winding button, and keep sewing your seams while the M6 simultaneously winds your bobbin. When the bobbin is full, it will stop spinning, and the bobbin stopper will automatically return to its original position. With the independent motor, you can spend more time sewing and less time winding bobbins.


7' LCD Touchscreen

7" LCD Touchscreen

Janome's Continental Quilting Machine offers a large, color HD 7" touchscreen that is like working on your favorite tablet. The advanced touchscreen shows all the information you need to sew easily. Select new stitches and memorize your favorites for quick access. The expanded Sewing Applications feature gives you guidance for perfecting various sewing tasks, including those that use optional accessories.


SUPERIOR SYSTEM NEEDLE THREADER

SUPERIOR NEEDLE THREADER V2

Threading your needle just got easier! The superior design of the built-in needle threader ends the task of threading your needle by hand. This time-saving feature allows you to get sewing faster. Its advanced design feeds the thread through the eye of the needle with precise accuracy every time.


Warranty

25-YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY

Janome America, Inc. will ensure your machine's performance for 25 years from the time the machine is purchased. Coverage is limited to repair or necessary replacement of parts caused by defects in quality and materials. Faults in electrical components will be for five years. One year of free labor by an Authorized Janome Retailer is included, usually by the dealership where you purchased your machine.


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Included Accessories

  • Zigzag Foot
  • Overcasting Foot
  • Satin Stitch Foot
  • Blind Hemming Foot
  • Zipper Foot
  • Automatic Buttonhole Foot
  • Stabilizer Plate
  • Rolled Hem Foot
  • Open Toe Satin Stitch Foot
  • Button Sewing Foot
  • 1/4˝ Seam Foot
  • 1/4˝ Seam Foot (w/o guide)
  • Darning Foot
  • Darning Foot (Open-toe)
  • Free Motion Closed-toe Foot
  • Free Motion Open-toe Foot
  • Free Motion Zigzag Foot
  • Zigzag Open-toe Foot
  • Ruler Work Foot
  • Button Shank Plate
  • Bobbin x 5
  • Needle Set
  • Lint Brush
  • Seam Ripper
  • Quilting Guide Bar
  • Screwdriver
  • Net x 2
  • Spool Holder (Large) x 2
  • Spool Holder (Small) x 2
  • Spool Holder (Special) x 2
  • Spool Rest x 2
  • Stylus
  • Needle Plate
  • Straight Stitch Needle Plate
  • Hook Cover Plate
  • Semi-hard Cover
  • Manual
  • Foot Control
  • Power Cord

Key Features

  • 1300 Stitches Per Minute
  • 400 Built-in Stitches
  • 12 Buttonholes
  • Superior Needle Threader
  • Stith Tapering Function
  • Ruler work Mode
  • Auto-power Off
  • 9 LED Lights
  • Automatic Presser Lift
  • Automatic Tension
  • 5 Alphabets
  • Snap-on Feet
  • Memorized Needle Up/Down
  • AcuFeed Feeding System
  • 7-piece Feed Dog
  • USB Port
  • 17.81” Seamless Flatbed
  • Quilt Block Advisor
  • Stitch Composer Software
  • One-touch Buttons
  • Auto-declutch Bobbin Winder
  • Bobbin Sensor
  • 7" Color Touchscreen
  • Dual Thread Stand
  • Max Stitch Width: 9 mm
  • Max Stitch Length: 5 mm
  • Drop Feed
  • Twin Needle Guard
  • 100 Stitch Combinations
  • Adjustable Foot Pressure
  • 91 Needle Positions
  • Automatic Thread Cutter

Additional Information


MANUFACTURER'S 25-Year LIMITED WARRANTY

Customer Reviews

Customer Reviews

Customer photo review of Janome Continental M6 Sewing and Quilting Machine w/ FREE Bonus Bundle

This new baby arrived 3 days after I ordered. Still getting use to it but WOW so far 💛💛

Waiting to get the free bundle. That was one reason I bought the machine when I did.

The best sewing machine I have ever had! Customer service is amazing!!

I was pleasantly surprised at the number of upgrades this machine has over my Janome S7! I love the bobbin reminder feature. And since I’m a quilter, the large throat space has added to my enjoyment of quilting. Would highly recommend.

Love new machine Easy to use works great!

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