The Janome Sewist 740DC Computerized Sewing Machine is a user-friendly free-arm machine ideal for the sewist of any skill level. Among its many advanced features are direct stitch selection onscreen presser foot recommendation pattern elongation of up to 5 times the standard length and three one-step buttonhole options. Simply select your desired stitch using the stitch selection keys or the pullout stitch chart. The intelligent Janome Sewist 740DC Computerized Sewing Machine will tell you what presser foot to use with your selected stitch. This lightweight machine features 40 stitches including your basic stitches for apparel sewing as well as some decorative stitches. Also included with your Janome Sewist 740DC Computerized Sewing Machine are seven presser feet that you can use with the various stitch options. Choose from to complete any sewing project from quilts to accessories. Twenty direct stitch selection buttons feature the most commonly used stitches making them easy to select. All 40 stitches and their corresponding reference numbers are conveniently located on a pullout chart. LCD Screen & Function Keys The backlight LCD screen shows you the selected stitch presser foot recommendations the stitch length and the stitch width. You can change all these settings with the included function keys below the LCD screen. Change your stitch selection or adjust stitch length and width with the push of a button. Also on the display is an elongation key that allows you to stretch your stitches up to five times their original length. One-Step Buttonhole Easily add elegant buttonholes to garments accessories and home decor items. The included automatic buttonhole presser foot creates perfectly sized buttonholes using your desired button for precise measurements. Choose from three buttonhole styles (square keyhole and round) to complement every project. One-Touch Buttons Let the 740DC sew for you using the start/stop button. Simply unplug the foot control place your material below the presser foot and press start. You can adjust the speed using the built-in speed control slider. The needle up/down button puts you in control of the needle s stopping position when you press stop or let off the foot control. Setting the needle in the down position is effective when sewing around curves. The lock stitch button secures the beginning and end of each seam preventing them from unraveling later. Feed Dog & Drop Feed Janome s 740DC features a 7-piece feed dog system that moves in tandem with the presser foot ensuring a consistent fabric feed. In addition to the seven-piece feed dog that makes up the superior feed system the superior PLUS feed system (SFS+) moves in a box motion. The drop feed feature replaces a darning plate allowing you to disengage the feed dogs. This feature puts you in control of the fabric s mobility as you sew. Now you can free-motion quilt unique stitch patterns on quilt tops or freehand embroidery on apparel. Snap-On Presser Feet Easily switch between presser feet using the included snap-on presser foot adapter. Press the lever to release the presser foot then to install another one simply line it up just underneath the foot holder and lower the presser bar. Extra-High Presser Foot Lift The extra-high presser foot lift raises approximately 1/4 higher than a normal position. It accommodates heavy fabrics and multiple layers that standard home sewing machines struggle to sew. Sew multiple layers of denim heavy fleece and thick quilts with ease. Bobbin Winder This machine comes with an automatic bobbin winder that makes sewing a breeze. You can keep multiple bobbins on hand so you have the perfect thread color for every project! You never have to worry about overfilling your bobbin; the machine stops when it detects that your bobbin is full and will stop spinning automatically. Automatic Needle Threader The 740DC