AcuFeed Flex included
Guide fabric from above and below during quilting, pattern matching, long seams and layered construction.
Janome Skyline S7 Advanced Sewing Machine - ANNIVERSARY EDITION
$3,599.00
$4,499.00
Premium computerised sewing and quilting machine
Janome Skyline S7 Anniversary Edition
Reach for a higher level of sewing and quilting. The Janome Skyline S7 Anniversary Edition combines 350 stitches, AcuFeed Flex, automatic pivoting, tapering, ruler-work capability, professional-grade accessory compatibility and a five-inch colour touchscreen in a beautifully refined premium machine.
350
built-in stitches
1,060 SPM
maximum sewing speed
210mm
space right of needle
5-inch
colour touchscreen
Advanced capability in a practical free-arm format
The Skyline S7 Anniversary Edition is built for quilters, garment makers, bag makers and creative sewists who want premium automation without moving to an oversized flatbed machine.
Its 210 × 120mm workspace gives larger projects room to move, while the removable accessory section retains the convenience of a free arm for cuffs, sleeves, trouser legs and tubular construction.
Automatic tension, automatic foot-pressure adjustment, AcuFeed Flex and Janome’s redesigned seven-piece feed system work together to provide controlled fabric handling across fine fabrics, stretch materials, quilt layers and structured projects.
Skyline 10th Anniversary Edition
A decade of Skyline innovation
Janome’s Anniversary Edition introduces a refined slim-head design, navy detailing and updated technology while preserving the spacious, illuminated free-arm format that established the Skyline range.
The S7AE expands the previous Skyline S7 platform with 350 stitches, stitch tapering, ruler-work mode, updated feeding and compatibility with Janome’s optional HP Professional Grade needle plate, HP foot and HP2 AcuFeed foot.
Anniversary promotional gifts may vary between countries, dealers and available stock. The guaranteed New Zealand and Australian machine package is detailed below.
New Zealand and Australian package
A premium quilting and sewing setup straight from the box
The regional package includes 15 sewing feet, the AcuFeed Flex twin system, three free-motion quilting feet, two needle plates, adjustable knee lifter, large foot controller, extra-wide extension table and semi-hard fabric cover.
- 15 sewing and quilting feet
- AcuFeed twin holder and AD foot
- Three free-motion quilting feet
- Straight-stitch needle plate
- Automatic buttonhole stabiliser plate
- Adjustable knee lifter
- Large-style foot controller
- Extra-wide extension table
- Five Janome bobbins
- Quilting guide bar
- Touchscreen stylus
- Semi-hard fabric cover
Premium technology that supports the way you sew
Automatic pivoting
Stop with the needle lowered and the presser foot can rise automatically so the project can be turned.
350 built-in stitches
Explore utility, quilting, heirloom, decorative, satin, pictorial and lettering options up to 9mm wide.
Stitch tapering
Create pointed decorative designs and tapered beginnings and endings with adjustable angles.
Automatic foot pressure
The machine adjusts presser-foot pressure electronically, with manual refinement available when required.
Five-inch touchscreen
Select stitches, applications and settings through a large full-colour interface with 13 languages.
Professional Grade ready
Add the optional HP plate, HP foot or HP2 AcuFeed foot for precise high-speed straight sewing.
Six LED lights
Three illuminated locations reduce shadows across the needle, presser foot and work area.
Room for quilts, garments and bags
A spacious 210 × 120mm work area
The S7AE provides 210mm of width and 120mm of height to the right of the needle, giving bulky projects more space than a standard domestic machine.
Fit the included extension table to support quilts, curtains, bags and long fabric sections across a larger level surface.
Remove the front storage section when a free arm is required for sleeves, cuffs, trouser legs and other tubular items.
- 210mm workspace width
- 120mm workspace height
- 100mm free-arm length
- Extra-wide table included
- Embossed bed measurements
- Rigid die-cast aluminium frame
Layered-fabric control
AcuFeed Flex moves fabric from above and below
Janome’s removable AcuFeed Flex system synchronises upper feeding with the seven-piece lower feed system.
This helps reduce creeping, puckering and mismatched layers while sewing quilt sandwiches, checks, stripes, slippery materials and structured projects.
The twin AcuFeed holder and general-purpose AD foot are included. Specialist AcuFeed piecing, ditch, open-toe, straight-stitch and zipper feet are available separately.
Hands-free turning and positioning
Automatic presser-foot lift with pivot function
Set the machine so the presser foot rises automatically when sewing stops with the needle lowered.
The fabric can then be turned, repositioned or aligned without reaching for the presser-foot lever.
This is especially useful for appliqué, corners, curves, patchwork, topstitching and detailed garment construction.
350 stitches, three fonts and 11 buttonholes
The S7AE combines practical construction stitches with quilting, heirloom, decorative, pictorial and lettering options.
350 built-in stitches
Utility, quilting, appliqué, satin, heirloom, decorative and pictorial choices.
Three font styles
Block, Script and Broadway lettering styles for labels and personalisation.
Seven alphabets
Regional lettering selections expand the available character library.
Eleven buttonholes
Ten sensor styles plus a welted buttonhole programme.
9mm stitch width
Create bold decorative patterns beyond a conventional 7mm machine.
Five-times elongation
Lengthen suitable satin designs while preserving their stitch density.
Anniversary Edition enhancement
Create tapered decorative stitching
Compatible stitch patterns can taper gradually at the beginning, end or both ends of the design.
Select the taper angle and combine the function with decorative stitches to create pointed motifs, frames, borders and customised corners.
Tapered patterns can be mirrored, combined and stored for future use.
Clear, intuitive operation
Five-inch full-colour LCD touchscreen
The screen measures approximately 62.8 × 110.9mm and displays stitches, recommended feet, width, length and active machine functions.
Use the touchscreen to select stitches, edit combinations, save favourite settings and open guided Sewing Applications.
- Full-colour stitch display
- Recommended-foot guidance
- 13 machine languages
- Touchscreen settings menu
- Stitch-combination editing
- Favourite stitch adjustment
- Three megabytes of memory
- USB stitch transfer
Guided setup for popular techniques
Sewing Applications help configure the machine
Select an activity rather than searching manually through the complete stitch library.
The S7AE can guide setup for seams, overcasting, blind hems, buttonholes, buttons, basting, appliqué, patchwork, quilting, ruler work and Variable Zigzag.
This makes advanced capability more approachable while still allowing experienced users to adjust the recommended settings.
Expand your quilting techniques
Built-in ruler-work mode
Ruler-work mode configures the machine for guided free-motion quilting with suitable quilting rulers and an appropriate ruler foot.
Follow the edge of a compatible acrylic ruler to create controlled curves, echoes, lines and geometric quilting designs.
Ruler foot sold separately
Ruler-work mode is built into the machine, but the Ruler Work Foot QR and quilting rulers are optional accessories.
Expressive free-motion control
Variable Zigzag controlled by the knee lifter
Variable Zigzag allows the knee lifter to control zigzag width while the fabric is moved freely beneath the needle.
Use it for thread painting, raw-edge appliqué, free-motion monogramming, decorative couching and art quilting.
The Free-Motion Quilting Zigzag Foot QV is included in the regional package.
Quick machine conversion
One-touch needle-plate changing
Press the release lever and the needle plate lifts away without a screwdriver.
Use the standard 9mm plate for the full stitch library or fit the included straight-stitch plate for piecing, fine fabrics and accurate straight sewing.
The machine recognises the fitted plate and limits incompatible stitch selections to help protect the needle.
Professional Grade compatibility
Add Janome’s optional HP system
The Anniversary Edition can use Janome’s narrow HP Professional Grade needle plate and HP foot.
The narrow foot provides excellent visibility beside the needle, while the plate supports fabric closely for precise straight stitching and high-speed piecing.
The optional HP2 foot adds AcuFeed upper feeding within a compact professional-grade footprint.
Optional equipment
The HP needle plate, HP foot and HP2 AcuFeed foot are not included in the standard New Zealand and Australian package.
Faster preparation
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 thread is drawn through the eye of the needle.
The Easy Set Bobbin and bobbin-winding plate with cutter further reduce setup time.
Premium convenience at your fingertips
Automatic thread cutter
Cuts the upper and bobbin threads and pulls the upper thread to the underside.
Automatic foot lift
Raise or lower the presser foot from a dedicated front button.
Needle up or down
Memorise whether the needle stops raised or in the fabric.
Speed-control slider
Limit maximum sewing speed for detailed work and greater control.
Automatic lock stitch
Secure compatible seams and decorative patterns at the touch of a button.
Startover function
Return to the beginning of a decorative pattern or combination.
Twin-needle guard
Limit stitch width to help protect a correctly installed twin needle.
Remote cutter port
Add the optional remote thread-cutting switch for hands-free trimming.
Stitch Composer software and USB transfer
Janome Stitch Composer allows compatible Windows users to design original decorative stitch patterns on a computer.
Transfer the completed stitch using a USB flash drive and sew it like a built-in pattern.
- Stitch Composer download included
- Windows-compatible software
- USB flash-drive transfer
- Three megabytes of memory
- Up to 100 stitches per combination
- Save personalised stitch settings
- Horizontal and vertical mirroring
- Last-stitch recall
A premium choice for committed sewists and quilters
Quilt piecing
Straight-line quilting
Free-motion quilting
Ruler work
Garment construction
Bag making
Appliqué
Decorative stitching
Heirloom sewing
Thread painting
Home décor
Creative studios
Important information before purchasing
The Skyline S7 Anniversary Edition is a premium sewing and quilting machine. It does not perform machine embroidery.
Ruler-work mode is built in, but the Ruler Work Foot QR and quilting rulers are optional.
The HP Professional Grade plate, HP foot, HP2 AcuFeed foot, magnifiers, remote thread-cutting switch and AcuFeed single system are optional.
The machine does not have an upper-thread sensor or optical bobbin-thread sensor.
15 sewing and quilting feet included
View all supplied presser feet
- Zigzag Foot A
- Rolled Hem Foot D
- Zipper Foot E
- Satin Stitch Foot F
- Open-Toe Satin Stitch Foot F2
- Blind Hemming Foot G
- Overedge Foot M
- 1/4-inch Seam Foot O
- Darning Foot PD-H
- Free-Motion Closed-Toe Foot QC
- Free-Motion Open-Toe Foot QO
- Free-Motion Zigzag Foot QV
- Automatic Buttonhole Foot R
- Button Sewing Foot T
- AcuFeed Foot AD, twin
The AcuFeed twin holder, buttonhole stabiliser plate and button shank plate are also included.
Janome Skyline S7 Anniversary Edition standard accessories
Quilting and layered-sewing equipment
- AcuFeed twin holder
- AcuFeed Foot AD, twin
- Free-Motion Closed-Toe Foot QC
- Free-Motion Open-Toe Foot QO
- Free-Motion Zigzag Foot QV
- Darning Foot PD-H
- 1/4-inch Seam Foot O with guide
- Quilting guide bar
- Adjustable knee lifter
- Extra-wide extension table
Needle plates and buttonhole equipment
- Standard 9mm zigzag needle plate
- Straight-stitch needle plate
- Automatic Buttonhole Foot R
- Buttonhole stabiliser plate
- Button Sewing Foot T
- Button shank plate
Bobbins, needles and threading accessories
- Five genuine Janome plastic bobbins
- Assorted needle set
- Additional spool pin
- Large spool holders × 2
- Small spool holders × 2
- Special spool holders × 2
- Threading-guide sticker
Controls, protection and documentation
- Large-style foot controller
- Touch-panel stylus
- Large screwdriver
- Lint brush
- Seam ripper
- Power cable
- Instruction book
- Online instructional videos
- Stitch Composer software download
- Semi-hard fabric machine cover
Janome Skyline S7 Anniversary Edition specifications
| Machine type | Premium computerised sewing and quilting machine |
|---|---|
| Maximum sewing speed | Up to 1,060 stitches per minute |
| Workspace | 210mm wide × 120mm high to the right of the needle |
| Built-in stitches | 350, including buttonholes and lettering |
| Fonts | Three font styles: Block, Script and Broadway, across seven regional alphabets |
| Buttonholes | Eleven: ten sensor buttonholes plus one welted buttonhole programme |
| Maximum stitch width | 9mm |
| Maximum stitch length | 5mm |
| Needle positions | 91 |
| Stitch elongation | Up to five times on suitable satin stitches |
| Mirror imaging | Horizontal and vertical on compatible patterns |
| Stitch tapering | Yes |
| Machine screen | Five-inch full-colour LCD touchscreen |
| Machine languages | 13 |
| Sewing Applications | Guided setup menu including patchwork, quilting, tapering and ruler-work applications |
| Built-in memory | Up to 3MB |
| Stitch combinations | Up to 100 compatible stitches per combination |
| USB port | One USB port for compatible custom stitches and updates |
| Stitch Composer | Included Windows-compatible stitch-creation software download |
| Hook type | Top-loading full rotary hook bobbin system |
| Lower feed system | Redesigned seven-piece Superior Plus feed system |
| Upper feed system | Removable AcuFeed Flex twin holder and AD foot included |
| AcuFeed balance | Manual balance adjustment dial |
| Drop feed | Yes |
| Thread tension | Computerised automatic tension with manual adjustment |
| Presser-foot pressure | Automatic electronic control with manual adjustment |
| Presser-foot lift | Electronic lift button, adjustable knee lifter and manual extra-high lift |
| Automatic pivot | Yes |
| Variable Zigzag | Yes, controlled using the electronic knee lifter |
| Ruler-work mode | Yes; optional ruler foot required |
| HP Professional Grade compatibility | Yes; optional HP plate, HP foot and HP2 AcuFeed foot |
| 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 sold 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 guard | Yes |
| Startover function | Yes |
| Free arm | Yes, approximately 100mm from the needle |
| Adjustable knee lifter | Included |
| Foot controller | Large-style controller included |
| Standard sewing feet | 15, plus the required AcuFeed twin holder |
| Extra-wide extension table | Included in the New Zealand and Australian package |
| Machine dimensions | Approximately 509mm wide × 318mm high × 220mm deep |
| Machine weight | Approximately 11kg |
| Internal frame | Rigid die-cast aluminium construction |
| Machine cover | Semi-hard fabric cover included |
Popular optional accessories
Professional Grade and quilting accessories
| Part number | Accessory |
|---|---|
| 865805008 | HP Professional Grade Needle Plate |
| 865803006 | HP Professional Grade Foot |
| 202415004 | AcuFeed Flex Professional Grade Foot HP2 |
| 202441009 | 1/4-inch Ruler Foot for high-shank machines |
| 862895006 | Variable Zigzag Open-Toe Foot QZ |
| 202146001 | Convertible Free-Motion Quilting Foot Set QB-S |
| 202110006 | Free-Motion Couching Foot Set FMC |
| 200445007 | Special Bobbin Case for Free-Motion and Hand-Look Quilting |
Additional AcuFeed Flex accessories
| Part number | Accessory |
|---|---|
| 202125004 | AcuFeed 1/4-inch Quilt Piecing Foot OD, twin |
| 202103006 | AcuFeed Ditch Quilting Foot SD, twin |
| 202149004 | AcuFeed Open-Toe Foot UD, twin |
| 202102005 | AcuFeed Straight-Stitch Foot STD, twin |
| 859833006 | AcuFeed Single Holder |
| 859835101 | AcuFeed Foot VD, single |
| 859838001 | AcuFeed Zipper Foot ED, single |
Visibility, control and workspace accessories
| Part number | Accessory |
|---|---|
| 202130002 | AcuView Magnifier Set with 1.2×, 1.4× and 1.6× lenses |
| 858418008 | Remote Thread-Cutting Switch Unit |
| 863406009 | Janome 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 |
Advanced Anniversary Accessory Kit
Janome’s optional Advanced Accessory Kit, part number 863424003, groups several specialist S7AE accessories together.
- Ruler Work Foot QR
- Variable Zigzag Open-Toe Foot QZ
- 1/4-inch Seam Foot O without guide
- Open-Toe Darning Foot PD-H
- Professional Grade Foot HP
- Professional Grade Needle Plate HP
- Instruction sheet
Learn more about the Skyline S7 Anniversary Edition
Instruction Manual
Read the complete operating guide covering setup, AcuFeed, touchscreen functions, quilting and maintenance.
NZ and AU Brochure
View the regional package, feature summary, included table and confirmed New Zealand specifications.
Janome New Zealand
View the official regional machine specification, accessories and product information.
Official Global Guide
Explore Janome’s detailed feature demonstrations, accessories and Anniversary Edition information.
Instructional Video Series
Watch Janome’s official Skyline S7 Anniversary Edition operating tutorials.
Janome Skyline S7 Anniversary Edition FAQ
How large is the Skyline S7AE 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.
Does it include AcuFeed Flex?
Yes. The AcuFeed twin holder and general-purpose AD foot are supplied as standard.
Does it have automatic pivoting?
Yes. The presser foot can rise automatically when sewing stops with the needle lowered.
Does it include an automatic thread cutter?
Yes. The programmable cutter trims the upper and bobbin threads together.
Does it have automatic tension and foot pressure?
Yes. Both upper-thread tension and presser-foot pressure are electronically controlled, with adjustment available when required.
Can the S7AE free-motion quilt?
Yes. Closed-toe, open-toe and Variable Zigzag free-motion feet are included.
Does it include ruler-work equipment?
Ruler-work mode is built into the machine, but the Ruler Work Foot QR and rulers are optional.
Is the HP Professional Grade system included?
No. The S7AE is compatible with the HP plate, HP foot and HP2 AcuFeed foot, but these are optional accessories.
Does it have a knee lifter?
Yes. An adjustable electronic knee lifter is included.
How many sewing feet are included?
The regional package includes 15 feet, plus the AcuFeed twin holder and buttonhole stabiliser plate.
Can it create custom stitches?
Yes. Stitch Composer software allows compatible custom stitch patterns to be created on a Windows computer and transferred by USB.
Does it perform machine embroidery?
No. The S7AE is a sewing and quilting machine and does not connect to an embroidery unit.
Does it have upper and bobbin thread sensors?
No. The regional specification does not include upper-thread or optical bobbin-thread sensors.
How large and heavy is the machine?
It measures approximately 509mm wide × 318mm high × 220mm deep and weighs approximately 11kg.
Buy from New Zealand sewing and quilting specialists
Premium technology 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 S7 Anniversary Edition and explain AcuFeed Flex, automatic pivoting, ruler work, Variable Zigzag, tapering and optional Professional Grade 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 dedicated sewists who want advanced quilting capability, refined automation, generous workspace and premium Janome construction, the Skyline S7 Anniversary Edition is an exceptional creative platform.