210mm workspace
Enjoy substantially more room for quilts, bags, garments and home décor than a standard domestic machine.
Premium computerised sewing and quilting machine
Janome Skyline S5 Anniversary Edition
Create garments, quilts, bags and home décor with the space and control to take on more ambitious projects. The Janome Skyline S5 Anniversary Edition combines 170 stitches, a 210mm workspace, automatic thread cutting, adjustable foot pressure, an included even-feed foot and an extra-wide table in a refined premium sewing machine.
170
built-in stitches
1,000 SPM
maximum sewing speed
210mm
space right of needle
11
sewing feet included
A versatile machine for almost every type of sewing
The Skyline S5 Anniversary Edition is designed for garment makers, quilters, bag makers and creative sewists who want more room and stronger capability than a standard computerised sewing machine.
Its 210 × 120mm work area gives quilts, garments, bags and home décor space to move, while the removable accessory compartment reveals a practical free arm for cuffs, sleeves and trouser legs.
The generous stitch library, manual tension control, seven-level foot-pressure adjustment and included even-feed foot allow the machine to adapt to lightweight fabrics, stretch materials, multiple layers and quilt sandwiches.
Skyline 10th Anniversary Edition
Celebrating the machine that began the Skyline story
The original Skyline S5 introduced the Skyline range in 2014. The Anniversary Edition marks ten years of Skyline sewing with updated styling, Midnight Blue detailing and a refined slim-head profile.
Janome has also added the smoother Superior Needle Threader 2 and the updated seven-piece Superior Plus feed system.
The official New Zealand and Australian package includes the extra-wide extension table, semi-hard cover and a broad sewing and quilting accessory selection.
New Zealand and Australian package
A comprehensive sewing and quilting setup from the beginning
The regional package includes 11 sewing feet, an even-feed foot, straight-stitch needle plate, adjustable knee lifter, extra-wide extension table, foot controller and semi-hard fabric cover.
- 11 sewing and quilting feet
- Mechanical even-feed foot
- Straight-stitch needle plate
- 1/4-inch seam foot
- Darning foot
- Buttonhole stabiliser plate
- Adjustable knee lifter
- Extra-wide extension table
- Five genuine Janome bobbins
- Quilting guide bars
- Foot controller
- Semi-hard fabric cover
Premium features that make everyday sewing more productive
170 built-in stitches
Explore utility, stretch, quilting, satin, heirloom, decorative and lettering stitches up to 9mm wide.
Automatic thread cutter
Cut the upper and bobbin threads together and draw the upper thread neatly towards the underside.
Even-feed foot included
Add upper feeding when sewing quilt sandwiches, matched patterns and difficult layered projects.
Seven pressure levels
Adjust how firmly the presser foot holds fine, stretch, layered and heavier materials.
Superior Needle Threader 2
Thread the needle using a smooth one-finger mechanism positioned beside the needle area.
One-touch plate release
Change between the standard and supplied straight-stitch plates without removing screws.
Six bright LEDs
Three illuminated locations reduce shadows across the needle, presser foot and workspace.
More room for larger projects
A spacious 210 × 120mm sewing area
The S5AE provides considerably more room than a standard sewing machine, helping bulky projects move more freely around the needle.
Fit the included extension table to create a broad, level surface for quilts, curtains, bags and long fabric sections.
Remove the front accessory compartment to reveal the 100mm free arm for sleeves, cuffs, trouser legs and tubular construction.
- 210mm workspace width
- 120mm workspace height
- 100mm free-arm length
- Extra-wide table included
- Embossed bed measurements
- Large accessory-storage area
Construction, quilting and creativity
170 stitches with bold 9mm decorative width
The S5AE provides practical construction stitches alongside stretch, quilting, heirloom, satin, pictorial and decorative patterns.
The regional model includes a Block lettering font across four alphabets for labels, names and simple personalisation.
- 170 built-in stitches
- Ten one-step buttonholes
- One Block font
- Four regional alphabets
- Maximum 9mm stitch width
- Maximum 5mm stitch length
- Five-times stitch elongation
- Mirror-image stitches
Wider decorative impact
9mm stitches create bolder detail
The S5AE can form decorative stitches up to 9mm wide, producing more prominent detail than a conventional 7mm machine.
Use wide stitches for borders, appliqué, quilt labels, hems, placemats, art quilts and creative surface embellishment.
Compatible satin stitches can be elongated up to five times without reducing their original stitch density.
Seven-piece feeding with adjustable foot pressure
The redesigned seven-piece Superior Plus feed system maintains broad contact with the underside of the fabric.
Presser-foot pressure can be adjusted across seven levels, allowing the machine to better suit fine fabrics, stretch materials, standard woven fabric and layered projects.
Fine fabrics
Reduce pressure to help prevent puckering, stretching and unwanted marking.
Stretch knits
Combine adjusted pressure with a suitable stretch stitch and ballpoint needle.
General sewing
Use the regular pressure setting for cotton, linen and everyday woven materials.
Layered projects
Fit the included even-feed foot when upper and lower layers require extra control.
Upper feeding included
Even-feed foot for quilting and layered sewing
The supplied even-feed foot adds mechanical upper feeding while the machine’s feed dogs move the project from below.
It helps reduce shifting between quilt layers, checked fabrics, stripes, slippery materials and long matched seams.
The supplied quilting guide can be fitted to help sew parallel rows of stitching.
Particularly useful for
- Quilt sandwiches
- Checks and stripes
- Long seams
- Slippery fabrics
- Bag construction
- Multiple fabric layers
Clear computerised control
Backlit LCD screen and numeric selection panel
The display shows the selected stitch, recommended presser foot, stitch width, stitch length and active machine functions.
Direct stitch keys provide immediate access to commonly used stitches, while the numeric keypad opens the complete library.
- Backlit information display
- Direct-select utility stitches
- Numeric stitch keypad
- Recommended-foot display
- Width and length adjustment
- Machine settings menu
- Twin-needle setting
- Pattern startover control
Manual upper-thread tension
The S5AE uses a numbered manual tension dial, allowing the sewist to control upper-thread balance directly.
The standard setting is suitable for most ordinary sewing. Tension can then be adjusted for specialist threads, decorative techniques, unusual materials or specific stitch effects.
Skyline range distinction
Unlike the Skyline S6AE and S7AE, the S5AE does not have automatic thread tension. This makes it well suited to sewists who prefer direct mechanical control over their upper-thread setting.
Anniversary Edition upgrade
Superior Needle Threader 2
Push the threading control down until it stops and guide the thread through the mechanism.
Raise the control slowly and the threader pulls a loop through the eye of the needle.
The Easy Set Bobbin and bobbin-winding plate with cutter further simplify machine preparation.
Clean finishing at the touch of a button
Programmable automatic thread cutting
Press the thread-cutter button and the machine cuts both the upper and bobbin threads.
The upper thread is drawn towards the underside of the project to provide a clean finish.
Cutting can also be programmed into suitable stitch sequences so the machine trims automatically after locking.
Quick machine conversion
One-touch needle-plate changing
Press the release lever and the needle plate lifts away without screws or tools.
Use the standard 9mm plate for the complete stitch library or fit the included straight-stitch plate for piecing, fine fabrics and accurate straight sewing.
The machine recognises the installed plate and helps prevent incompatible wide stitches from being selected.
Ten sensor buttonhole styles
Place the button into the rear of the Automatic Buttonhole Foot R and the machine uses it as a size guide.
The supplied stabiliser plate helps keep the buttonhole foot level on thick, soft or uneven garment sections.
- Ten one-step styles
- Automatic size measurement
- Adjustable buttonhole width
- Adjustable stitch density
- Stabiliser plate included
- Corded buttonhole capability
Piece, feed and free-motion quilt
The regional package equips the S5AE for accurate piecing, layered sewing, straight-line quilting and traditional free-motion work.
1/4-inch seam foot
Follow the built-in guide for consistent patchwork seam allowances.
Straight-stitch plate
Supports the fabric closely around the needle for piecing and fine straight sewing.
Even-feed foot
Guides quilt layers from above while the machine feeds from below.
Darning foot included
Use the supplied PD-H foot for free-motion quilting, thread painting and darning.
Drop feed
Lower the feed dogs to control the fabric movement manually.
Adjustable knee lifter
Raise the presser foot while keeping both hands on the quilt or fabric.
Quilting technology clarification
The S5AE includes a conventional mechanical even-feed foot. It does not have the AcuFeed Flex system fitted to the Skyline S6AE and S7AE.
It supports traditional free-motion quilting but does not include or support Janome’s A.S.R. Accurate Stitch Regulator.
Versatility beyond quilting
A spacious machine that still provides a free arm
The removable accessory compartment reveals a free arm approximately 100mm long from the needle.
Tubular garment sections can slide around the machine arm rather than being flattened across the full sewing bed.
- Sleeves
- Cuffs
- Trouser legs
- Children’s garments
- Bag openings
- Tubular alterations
Practical automation for smoother sewing
Start and stop
Sew without the foot controller and hold the button for controlled slow sewing.
Needle up or down
Choose whether the needle stops raised or securely lowered in the fabric.
Automatic lock stitch
Secure suitable seams and decorative patterns at the touch of a button.
Reverse sewing
Reinforce ordinary construction seams using the dedicated reverse button.
Speed-control slider
Limit maximum sewing speed for appliqué, curves and detailed work.
Safety lock
Disable machine operation while threading or changing needles and feet.
Startover function
Return to the beginning of a decorative pattern or programmed sequence.
Remote cutter port
Add the optional remote thread-cutting switch for hands-free trimming.
Combine decorative stitches and lettering
Combine compatible decorative stitches, lettering and spaces to create borders, labels and personalised sewing sequences.
Mirror suitable patterns, elongate selected satin stitches and return to the beginning of a design using the startover function.
- Decorative stitch combinations
- Lettering combinations
- Horizontal mirror imaging
- Five-times satin elongation
- Programmable lock stitches
- Programmable thread cutting
- Pattern startover
- Four regional alphabets
The S5AE can form temporary stitch combinations during the current sewing session, but the official regional specification does not list permanent built-in memory for saving them after the machine is switched off.
A versatile premium machine for regular and ambitious sewing
Garment construction
Quilt piecing
Straight-line quilting
Free-motion quilting
Bag making
Patchwork and appliqué
Decorative stitching
Heirloom sewing
Stretch fabrics
Home décor
Curtain sewing
Creative studios
Important information before purchasing
The Skyline S5 Anniversary Edition is a sewing and quilting machine. It does not perform machine embroidery.
It uses manual thread tension and a conventional detachable even-feed foot rather than automatic tension or AcuFeed Flex.
It does not have automatic pivoting, an electronic presser-foot lift, automatic foot pressure, stitch tapering, Variable Zigzag, dedicated ruler-work mode or HP Professional Grade compatibility.
It does not have upper-thread or optical bobbin-thread sensors.
11 sewing and quilting feet included
View all supplied presser feet
- Zigzag Foot A
- Rolled Hem Foot D
- Zipper Foot E
- Satin Stitch Foot F
- Blind Hemming Foot G
- Overedge Foot M
- 1/4-inch Seam Foot O
- Darning Foot PD-H
- Automatic Buttonhole Foot R
- Button Sewing Foot T
- Even-Feed Foot
The buttonhole stabiliser plate and quilting guide for the even-feed foot are also supplied.
Janome Skyline S5 Anniversary Edition standard accessories
Quilting and layered-sewing equipment
- Even-feed foot
- Quilting guide for even-feed foot
- Darning Foot PD-H
- 1/4-inch Seam Foot O
- Additional quilting guide bar
- Straight-stitch needle plate
- Adjustable knee lifter
- Extra-wide extension table
Garment and buttonhole equipment
- Automatic Buttonhole Foot R
- Buttonhole stabiliser plate
- Button Sewing Foot T
- Zipper Foot E
- Rolled Hem Foot D
- Blind Hemming Foot G
- Overedge Foot M
Bobbins, needles and threading accessories
- Five genuine Janome plastic bobbins
- Needle set including standard, speciality and twin needles
- Additional spool pin
- Large spool holders × 2
- Small spool holders × 2
- Special spool holders × 2
- Threading-guide sticker
Controls, tools and protection
- Foot controller
- Adjustable knee lifter
- Touch-panel stylus
- Large screwdriver
- Lint brush
- Seam ripper
- Power cable
- Instruction book
- Online instructional videos
- Semi-hard fabric machine cover
Janome Skyline S5 Anniversary Edition specifications
| Machine type | Premium computerised sewing and quilting machine |
|---|---|
| Maximum sewing speed | Up to 1,000 stitches per minute |
| Workspace | 210mm wide × 120mm high to the right of the needle |
| Built-in stitches | 170, including buttonholes and lettering |
| Lettering | One Block font across four regional alphabets |
| Buttonholes | Ten one-step sensor buttonholes |
| Maximum stitch width | 9mm |
| Maximum stitch length | 5mm |
| Needle positions | 91 |
| Stitch elongation | Up to five times on compatible satin stitches |
| Mirror imaging | Yes, on compatible stitch patterns |
| Stitch tapering | No |
| Machine screen | Backlit LCD with touch controls and numeric keypad |
| Direct stitch selection | Frequently used utility stitches available through direct keys |
| Permanent built-in memory | No |
| USB port | No |
| Hook type | Top-loading full rotary hook bobbin system |
| Lower feed system | Redesigned seven-piece Superior Plus feed system |
| Included upper feeding | Detachable mechanical even-feed foot |
| AcuFeed Flex | No |
| Drop feed | Yes |
| Thread tension | Manual numbered tension dial |
| Presser-foot pressure | Manual seven-level adjustment dial |
| Presser-foot lift | Manual lever, adjustable knee lifter and extra-high lift |
| Electronic presser-foot lift | No |
| Automatic pivot function | No |
| Variable Zigzag | No |
| Dedicated ruler-work mode | No |
| HP Professional Grade compatibility | No |
| Needle threader | Superior Needle Threader 2 |
| Needle up or down | Memorised stop position |
| Needle plates | Standard zigzag and straight-stitch plates included |
| Needle-plate changing | One-touch lever release without screws |
| Automatic thread cutter | Programmable upper and bobbin thread cutter |
| Remote cutter port | Yes; remote switch available separately |
| Upper-thread sensor | No |
| Bobbin-thread sensor | No |
| Bobbin preparation | Easy Set Bobbin and winding plate with built-in cutter |
| Lighting | Six white LEDs across three locations |
| Start and stop button | Yes |
| Speed-control slider | Yes |
| Automatic lock stitch | Yes |
| Reverse button | Yes |
| Safety lock | Yes |
| Twin-needle setting | Yes |
| Startover function | Yes |
| Free arm | Yes, approximately 100mm from the needle |
| Adjustable knee lifter | Included |
| Foot controller | Included |
| Standard sewing feet | 11 |
| Extra-wide extension table | Included in the New Zealand and Australian package |
| Machine dimensions | Approximately 509mm wide × 318mm high × 220mm deep |
| Machine weight | Approximately 9.9kg |
| Internal frame | Rigid die-cast aluminium construction |
| Machine cover | Semi-hard fabric cover included |
Popular optional accessories
Quilting and free-motion accessories
| Part number | Accessory |
|---|---|
| 202133005 | Convertible Even-Feed Foot Set |
| 202146001 | Convertible Free-Motion Quilting Foot Set QB-S |
| 202314002 | Open-Toe Darning Foot PD-H |
| 202089005 | Clear-View Quilting Foot and Guide Set OV |
| 202087003 | Ditch-Quilting Foot S |
| 202110006 | Free-Motion Couching Foot Set FMC |
| 202441009 | 1/4-inch Ruler Foot for High-Shank Machines |
| 202025003 | Long Quilting Guide Bar Set |
| 200445007 | Special Bobbin Case for Free-Motion Quilting |
| 202211008 | Quilt Binder Set W1 |
Garment and creative sewing feet
- Appliqué Foot AP
- Beading Feet L1 and L2
- Bi-Level Foot
- Binder Foot W
- Border-Guide Foot FB
- Buttonhole Foot B
- Circular-Sewing Attachment
- Cording Feet H and H2
- Gathering Foot V
- Pintucking Feet and Cord Guides
- Piping Feet I and I2
- Ribbon and Sequin Foot
- Ruffler RF
- Sliding-Guide Foot
- Concealed Zipper Foot
Visibility, control and workspace accessories
| Part number | Accessory |
|---|---|
| 202130002 | AcuView Optic Magnifier Set with 1.2×, 1.4× and 1.6× lenses |
| 858417007 | Large-Style Foot Controller |
| 858418008 | Remote Thread-Cutting Switch Unit |
| 863406009 | Skyline Accessory Carrying Case |
| 859429005 | Two-Thread Spool Stand |
| 859430009 | Five-Thread Spool Stand |
| 494710003 | Universal Sewing Table Stand |
| 494407107 | Insert Plate F for Universal Sewing Table |
Learn more about the Skyline S5 Anniversary Edition
Instruction Manual
Read the complete guide covering setup, stitch selection, buttonholes, quilting, thread cutting and maintenance.
NZ and AU Brochure
View the regional features, included extension table and confirmed New Zealand accessory package.
Janome New Zealand
View the official regional specifications, included accessories and compatible optional equipment.
Official Global Guide
Explore Janome’s workspace, stitches, threader, needle plate and free-arm feature information.
Instructional Video Series
Watch Janome’s official Skyline S5 and S3 Anniversary Edition operating tutorials.
Janome Skyline S5 Anniversary Edition FAQ
How large is the Skyline S5AE workspace?
It provides 210mm of width and 120mm of height to the right of the needle.
Is the extra-wide extension table included?
Yes. The extra-wide table is included in the official New Zealand and Australian package.
How many stitches does it have?
The S5AE includes 170 stitches, including ten one-step buttonholes and one Block lettering font across four alphabets.
Does it include an automatic thread cutter?
Yes. The programmable cutter trims the upper and bobbin threads together.
Does it have automatic thread tension?
No. The S5AE uses a manual numbered upper-thread tension dial.
Does it include an even-feed foot?
Yes. A conventional mechanical even-feed foot and quilting guide are included.
Does it include AcuFeed Flex?
No. AcuFeed Flex is fitted to the Skyline S6AE and S7AE. The S5AE includes a removable mechanical even-feed foot instead.
Does it have automatic pivoting?
No. Use the memorised needle-down function and included knee lifter when turning corners or repositioning fabric.
Does it include a knee lifter?
Yes. An adjustable knee lifter is included in the regional package.
Can the S5AE free-motion quilt?
Yes. The feed dogs can be lowered and a Darning Foot PD-H is included.
Does it have ruler-work mode?
No. A compatible high-shank ruler foot may be used for suitable techniques, but the S5AE does not have a dedicated electronic ruler-work mode.
Is it compatible with the HP Professional Grade system?
No. The HP plate and foot system is available on selected higher Janome models, including the Skyline S7AE.
How many sewing feet are included?
The regional package includes 11 feet, including the even-feed foot, darning foot and 1/4-inch seam foot.
Does it have a free arm?
Yes. Remove the front accessory compartment to reveal a free arm approximately 100mm long from the needle.
Does it have upper or bobbin thread sensors?
No. The S5AE does not have an upper-thread sensor or optical bobbin-thread sensor.
Does it perform machine embroidery?
No. The S5AE is a premium sewing and quilting machine and does not connect to an embroidery unit.
What is the difference between the Skyline S5AE and S6AE?
The S6AE increases the stitch library to 196 and adds automatic thread tension and the AcuFeed Flex integrated upper-feed system. The S5AE has 170 stitches, manual tension and a conventional even-feed foot while retaining the same 210mm workspace, automatic cutter, knee lifter and included extension table.
How large and heavy is the machine?
It measures approximately 509mm wide × 318mm high × 220mm deep and weighs approximately 9.9kg.
Buy from New Zealand sewing and quilting specialists
Premium capability backed by expert support
Direct Sewing has supplied sewing, quilting and embroidery equipment throughout New Zealand since 2001. Our experienced team can demonstrate the Skyline S5 Anniversary Edition and explain its stitch library, even-feed foot, pressure adjustment, free-motion quilting functions and compatible accessories.
With genuine product knowledge, 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 sewists who want generous workspace, an extensive stitch library, useful quilting equipment and dependable Janome engineering, the Skyline S5 Anniversary Edition is an outstanding premium sewing machine.