40 built-in stitches
Choose from utility, stretch, overcasting, quilting, appliqué, satin and decorative stitches.
Easy-to-use computerised sewing machine
Janome Sewist 740DC
Enjoy the confidence of computerised sewing without unnecessary complexity. The Janome Sewist 740DC combines 40 practical stitches, direct stitch-selection buttons, adjustable foot pressure, an Easy Set Bobbin and dependable Janome engineering in a lightweight machine designed for everyday sewing.
40
built-in sewing stitches
820 SPM
maximum sewing speed
170mm
space right of needle
5.9kg
machine weight
A dependable step into computerised sewing
Simple enough to learn and capable enough to grow with you
The Sewist 740DC is designed for new sewists, returning makers and experienced users who want a straightforward computerised machine for regular household sewing.
Choose one of the 20 directly accessible stitches and the backlit LCD displays the selected pattern, recommended presser foot, default stitch width and stitch length.
Its 40-stitch library covers everyday construction, stretch sewing, buttonholes, overcasting, quilting, appliqué, satin stitching and decorative techniques without overcrowding the machine with unnecessary functions.
New Zealand and Australian package
Supplied with the essential feet, controls and protective cover
The regional package includes seven sewing feet, four genuine Janome bobbins, a foot controller, quilting guide and hard machine cover.
- Seven sewing feet
- Four Janome plastic bobbins
- Assorted needle set
- Additional spool pin
- Quilting guide bar
- Foot controller
- Power cable
- Hard machine cover
- Screwdriver
- Lint brush
- Seam ripper
- Instruction book
Useful computerised features that make everyday sewing easier
20 direct-selection buttons
Frequently used stitches can be selected immediately using the clearly labelled front buttons.
Six foot-pressure levels
Adjust pressure for lightweight, stretchy, layered or heavier materials.
Seven-piece feed system
Closely spaced feed teeth provide broad contact with the underside of the fabric.
Easy Set Bobbin
Follow the marked path, trim the thread and begin sewing without manually raising the bobbin thread.
Needle up or down
Choose whether the needle stops raised or securely lowered in the fabric.
Five-times stitch elongation
Lengthen suitable satin stitches while retaining their original stitch density.
Start and stop sewing
Sew without the foot controller and adjust the maximum speed using the slider.
Fast stitch selection
Twenty useful stitches are available at the touch of a button
The front selection panel places commonly used utility, stretch, quilting and decorative stitches directly beside the LCD screen.
Press the required stitch button and the machine loads the recommended default settings. Width and length can then be adjusted using the surrounding controls.
The stitch library stays close at hand
A built-in chart that slides away when it is not needed
Twenty stitches are printed on the direct-selection panel and the remaining stitch designs are displayed on the slide-out chart.
Pull the chart from the right side of the machine when choosing a stitch, then slide it neatly back into the body.
Clear computerised guidance
The backlit LCD displays the information you need
The screen displays the stitch number, recommended presser foot, stitch width and stitch length.
Adjust the settings using the front controls and see the changes immediately.
- Selected stitch number
- Recommended presser foot
- Current stitch width
- Current stitch length
- Buttonhole lever reminder
- Foot-controller indicator
A practical everyday workspace
Room for garments, home sewing and smaller quilting projects
The sewing area provides 170mm of width and 110mm of height to the right of the needle.
This gives you useful room for garments, repairs, cushions, bags, patchwork and alterations while keeping the machine compact.
- 170mm workspace width
- 110mm workspace height
- Optional extension table
- 406mm machine width
- Die-cast aluminium frame
- 5.9kg machine weight
Quicker lower-thread preparation
Easy Set Bobbin reduces the steps before sewing
Place the bobbin into the top-loading holder and follow the numbered thread path around the tension spring.
Pull the thread through the slot and trim it using the built-in cutter. The machine is then ready to sew.
Faster machine preparation
A built-in one-step needle threader
Lower the threading lever and guide the thread through the mechanism.
Release the lever and the threader draws a loop through the eye of the needle.
Six pressure levels and a seven-piece feed system
Lightweight fabric
Reduce pressure to help prevent puckering or stretching.
Stretch knits
Combine reduced pressure with a suitable stretch stitch and needle.
General sewing
Use the standard setting for cotton, linen and everyday woven fabrics.
Layered fabric
Increase pressure when more contact is needed between the foot and feed dogs.
Seven feed pieces
Closely positioned teeth maintain broad contact across the fabric.
Optional even-feed foot
Add upper feeding for quilting and difficult layered projects.
Forty stitches for construction, stretch sewing and creativity
- Straight stitches
- Locking stitches
- Triple stretch stitch
- Stretch-fabric stitches
- Zigzag stitches
- Multiple zigzag
- Overcasting stitches
- Knit and overlock stitches
- Blind hemming
- Patchwork stitches
- Appliqué stitches
- Cross stitches
- Fagoting and drawn work
- Candlewick stitches
- Scallop and smocking stitches
- Satin and decorative stitches
Creative decorative sewing
Lengthen satin stitches without opening the pattern
Compatible satin stitches can be elongated to two, three, four or five times their original length.
Elongation stretches the complete motif while maintaining the original stitch density.
A capable everyday machine for new and returning sewists
Learning to sew
Garment construction
Repairs and alterations
Stretch-fabric sewing
Home décor
Bag making
Patchwork
Appliqué
Buttonholes
Decorative stitching
Sewing classes
Portable sewing
Important information before purchasing
The Sewist 740DC does not have an automatic thread cutter, automatic thread tension, automatic presser-foot lift, alphabet lettering or built-in stitch memory.
The extra-wide table, even-feed foot, quilting feet and free-motion feet are optional.
Seven sewing feet included
View all supplied presser feet
- Zigzag Foot A
- Overedge Foot C
- Zipper Foot E
- Satin Stitch Foot F
- Blind Hemming Foot G
- Overcast Foot M
- Automatic Buttonhole Foot R
Janome Sewist 740DC specifications
| Machine type | Computerised domestic sewing machine |
|---|---|
| Maximum sewing speed | Up to 820 stitches per minute |
| Workspace | 170mm wide × 110mm high |
| Built-in stitches | 40 |
| Direct-select stitches | 20 |
| Buttonholes | Three one-step sensor buttonholes |
| Maximum stitch width | 7mm |
| Maximum stitch length | 5mm |
| Screen | Backlit LCD information display |
| Hook type | Top-loading horizontal full rotary hook |
| Feed system | Seven-piece feed dog system |
| Presser-foot pressure | Six manually adjustable levels |
| Thread tension | Manual numbered tension dial |
| Needle threader | Built-in one-step needle threader |
| Needle up or down | Programmable stop position |
| Automatic thread cutter | No |
| Manual thread cutter | Yes |
| Drop feed | Yes |
| Free arm | Yes |
| Lighting | One white LED |
| Foot controller | Included |
| Standard feet | Seven |
| Extra-wide table | Optional |
| Dimensions | 406mm wide × 302mm high × 177mm deep |
| Machine weight | Approximately 5.9kg |
| Machine cover | Hard cover included |
Janome Sewist 740DC FAQ
Is the Sewist 740DC suitable for a beginner?
Yes. Its direct stitch buttons, LCD screen, speed slider and Easy Set Bobbin make it approachable for new and returning sewists.
Does it have an automatic thread cutter?
No. It has a manual faceplate thread cutter.
Can I sew without the foot controller?
Yes. Use the start and stop button and control the maximum speed with the slider.
Does it have adjustable foot pressure?
Yes. Presser-foot pressure can be adjusted across six levels.
Can it sew stretch fabrics?
Yes. It includes stretch stitches and adjustable presser-foot pressure.
Can it free-motion quilt?
Yes. The feed dogs can be lowered, but a compatible optional free-motion foot is required.
Is the extra-wide table included?
No. The extension table is an optional accessory.
Does it include a hard cover?
Yes. A fitted hard machine cover is included.
Buy from New Zealand sewing specialists
A dependable sewing machine backed by knowledgeable support
Direct Sewing has supplied sewing, quilting and embroidery equipment throughout New Zealand since 2001. Our experienced team can demonstrate the Sewist 740DC and help you select suitable needles, threads, feet and accessories.
With nationwide support and an in-house technical workshop, you can purchase with confidence and continue receiving assistance long after your machine leaves our showroom.
For new and returning sewists who want straightforward computerised controls, adjustable fabric handling and trusted Janome construction, the Sewist 740DC is an excellent everyday choice.