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Janome Memory Craft 550E Embroidery Only Machine
Transform ideas into masterpieces with the Janome 550E
The Janome Memory Craft 550E is an embroidery-only machine, designed to bring your creative visions to life with ease and precision. Boasting an expansive embroidery area of 7.9" x 14", it accommodates large-scale designs effortlessly, making it ideal for personalising garments, home décor, and more. With 180 built-in designs and six fonts for monogramming, the 550E offers a diverse array of options to suit any project. Its advanced on-screen editing functions, accessible via a user-friendly colour LCD touchscreen, allow for seamless customisation, enabling you to resize, rotate, flip, and combine designs directly on the machine.
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Engineered for efficiency and user convenience, the Memory Craft 550E features an automatic thread cutter and a superior needle threader, streamlining your workflow and reducing downtime. Its embroidery sewing speed ranges from 400 to 860 stitches per minute, providing the flexibility to handle intricate details with precision or complete larger projects swiftly. The machine comes equipped with four embroidery hoops, including the 200mm x 360mm hoop, allowing you to work with various design sizes. Whether you're an experienced embroiderer or a passionate hobbyist, the Janome Memory Craft 550E empowers you to achieve professional-quality results with every stitch.
Big hoops, bold designs, beautiful results
Large embroidery field
The Janome Memory Craft 550E offers a generous embroidery area of 200mm x 360mm (7.9” x 14”), enabling you to create stunning, large-scale designs. Perfect for quilts, garments, and home décor projects, this expansive field maximises your creative potential.
Built-in designs
Featuring 180 built-in embroidery designs, including 3 border patterns, 3 quilting designs, 3 in-the-hoop projects, and 3 sashiko styles, the possibilities are endless. Easily add more designs via the USB port for truly customised projects.
Built-in fonts
Choose from 6 built-in embroidery fonts, each offering a variety of upper and lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Personalise your projects further with 2- and 3-letter monogramming options for professional-looking results.
Four hoops included
This machine comes with four embroidery hoops to suit various project sizes: 200 x 360mm (RE36b), 200 x 200mm (SQ20b), 140 x 200mm (RE20b), and 140 x 140mm (SQ14b).
Large LCD full-colour touchscreen
The 110mm x 52mm high-resolution, full-colour LCD touchscreen makes selecting, editing, and previewing designs a breeze. Its intuitive interface ensures a user-friendly experience for both beginners and seasoned embroiderers.
On-screen editing
Effortlessly resize (90%-120%), rotate, flip, or drag-and-drop designs directly on the screen. Use advanced tools like zoom, grouping, corner layout, and custom display colours to achieve perfect design alignment and customisation.
Automatic start/stop
Enjoy seamless, automated stitching with start/stop controls that let you focus on your designs without manual intervention.
Easy threading path
The clearly marked threading guide ensures hassle-free threading every time, making setup quick and straightforward for all users.
Superior needle threader
Simplify your setup with the one-action needle threading system, ensuring precise and efficient threading to get you started faster.
Programmable jump thread trimming
Customise jump thread trimming to your preference, ensuring a clean finish for your projects and reducing manual snipping time.
Thread tension adjustment
Automatic thread tension settings provide perfect stitching consistency, whether you’re working on thick fabrics or delicate textiles.
Flexible stitching
Stitch at impressive speeds of up to 860 stitches per minute (SPM), allowing you to complete embroidery projects quickly and efficiently without compromising on quality.
Adjustable speed
Fine-tune the embroidery speed to suit your project needs. This feature is ideal for working on delicate fabrics or intricate designs, giving you total control over your stitching.
Monogramming
Elevate your creations with 2- and 3-letter monogramming enhanced by decorative frames. Perfect for initials or personalised gifts, these monogramming features add sophistication to any project.
Quick-set bobbin
The drop-and-go bobbin system ensures a quick and easy setup, so you can start stitching without delays.
Large extension table
Support large embroidery projects with the included extension table, providing a stable workspace for quilts, home décor, and oversized designs.
5 bright LED lights
Illuminate your workspace with five bright LED lights placed in three strategic locations, ensuring optimal visibility for intricate work.
Automatic thread cutter
With just a press of a button, the machine trims both the top and bobbin threads automatically, streamlining your workflow and saving time.
Adjustable hoop positioning
Refine your design placement with adjustable hoop positioning, moving the hoop horizontally and vertically in precise increments for perfect alignment.
Advanced thread sensor
The automatic thread sensor detects thread breakage or bobbin shortages in real time, preventing errors and ensuring a smooth stitching process.
USB port
Easily import designs in .jef or .jef+ formats using the USB port. Save customised or altered designs for future use, enhancing your creative library.
Dust cover included
Keep your machine protected and dust-free when not in use with the included dust cover, ensuring it remains in pristine condition for years to come.
Rigid aluminium die-cast frame
The robust aluminium die-cast frame minimises vibrations and ensures quieter operation, delivering superior durability for long-term use.
Built-in help
Access step-by-step tutorials and guidance directly on the screen to assist with basic operations, making this machine beginner-friendly.
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Janome Memory Craft 550E Embroidery Only Machine
What's in the box?
- Embroidery Foot P
- 5 x Janome Plastic Bobbins
- Needle Set
- Screwdriver (large)
- Screwdriver (flat)
- Lint Brush
- Spool Holder x 2 (large)
- Spool Holder x 2 (small)
- Spool Holder x 2 (special)
- Extra Spool Pin
- Embroidery Scissors
- Touch Panel Stylus
- Bobbin Holder Cleaner
- Embroidery Hoop RE36b (with template) 200x360mm
- Embroidery Hoop SQ20b (with template) 200x200mm
- Embroidery Hoop RE20b (with template) 140x200mm
- Embroidery Hoop SQ14b (with template) 140x140mm
- 8 x Magnetic Clamps (for RE36b hoop)
- Anti-slip Tape (for hoops)
- Bobbin Holder with red dot
- Bobbin Holder with yellow dot
- Key Icon Reference Chart
- Power Cable
- Instruction Book
- Quick Reference Guide
- Embroidery Editor Software v3.0 (Windows only) Download
- AcuStitch Software v2.10 (Windows only)
- Large Embroidery Designs (30) on USB Key
- Soft Machine Cover
- Extra Wide Table (white)
| SKU | MC550ELE_Options |
|---|---|
| Brand | Janome |
| Mechanical Warranty | 1 Year |
| Computerised Warranty | 5 Years |
| Machine Weight | 11.5kg |
| Machine Height | 335mm |
| Machine Length | 556mm |
| Machine Depth | 300mm |
| Machine Depth (Embroidery Unit Attached) | 532mm |
| Workspace | 303.5mm x 120mm (12" x 4.7") |
| Screen Size | 5" |
| Screen Type | Colour LCD |
| Lighting Type | LED |
| Number Of Lights | 5 |
| USB Port | 1 |
| Wi-Fi Enabled | No |
| Thread Cutter | Yes |
| Needle Threading | Manual |
| Needle Up/Down Button | No |
| Drop Feed | No |
| Presser Foot Lift Button | No |
| Start/Stop Button | Yes |
| Reverse Button | No |
| Auto-lock Stitch Button | No |
| Foot Pressure Adjustment | No |
| Bobbin Winder | Yes |
| Drop-in Bobbin | Yes |
| Tension Adjustment | Computerised |
| Thread Sensor - Upper | Yes |
| Thread Sensor - Bobbin | Yes |
| Internal Memory | 4MB |
| Wide Table Included | Yes |
| Foot Controller Included | No |
| Knee Lifter Compatible | No |
| Case Included | Yes (Soft Cover) |
| MuVit Included | No |
| Stitch Regulator Included | No |
| Free-arm | No |
| Max Embroidery Area | 200mm x 360mm (7.9" x 14") |
| Max Embroidery Speed | 860 SPM |
| Number Of Needles | 1 |
| Hoops Included | 4 |
| Hoops Sizes | 200mm x 360mm (8" x 14")
200mm x 200mm (8" x 8") 140mm x 200mm (5.5" x 8") 140mm x 140mm (5.5" x 5.5") |
| Built-in Embroidery Designs | 180 |
| Built-in Disney Embroidery Designs | 0 |
| Built-in Embroidery Fonts | 6 |
| Embroidery Basting Stitch Included | No |
| Max Stitches Per Design | 200000 |
| Colour Sort | No |
| Products available | |
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| Memory Craft 550E Embroidery Only Machine |
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Janome warranty:
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Janome MC550E
By: Christine on 23 December 2025Fantastic embroidery machine.
(5)
Janome 550E
By: Marina on 23 October 2025Upgraded from a 400E to this machine. Love the larger hoops. Sews beautifully.
(5)
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