National Sewing Machine Company made many variations of machines including Rotary model sold in cabinets and powered by treadle or hand crank.  These machines were limited to straight stitching.

Kenmore name debuts on Sears Roebuck Machines.

The Singer 99 was a 3/4 size version of the established full size class 66. Many of the mechanisms had the same parts other than the basic body casting and came with a wooden case for when the machine was not in use. The 99K stayed in production until around 1958. 

The Pine Sewing Machinery Mfg. Co., Ltd Factory was founded in Tokyo, later renamed Janome Sewing Machine Co., Ltd for the new class 15 metal bobbin system used rather than the traditional long shuttle types resembling the eye of a snake, becoming the first domestic sewing machine manufacturer in Japan.  Making affordable machines for the average Tokyo family, releasing the Pine Model 500 which sold for about 30 yen in 1945. 

Singer introduces the featherweight at the Chicago World's Fair.

The Singer Featherweight, a beloved classic in the sewing world, is an extraordinary machine that has captured the hearts of seamstresses and collectors alike. This compact marvel, first introduced in the 1930s, is known for its portability, lightweight design, and exceptional stitch quality. It's the ultimate travel companion for sewing enthusiasts on the go, effortlessly fitting into a suitcase or tote bag. But don't let its size fool you; the Featherweight packs a punch with its smooth and precise stitches, rivaling larger machines. Its sleek appearance, with its signature shiny black exterior, evokes a sense of nostalgia and timeless elegance. With its whisper-quiet motor and remarkable durability, the Singer Featherweight has stood the test of time, becoming an icon in the sewing community and a cherished heirloom for generations. 

Elna was founded, it is speculated that its name is a shortened form of the German word for “electric sewing machine”and released a compact, portable, and electronic sewing machine, the first of its kind with a free arm named the Elna #1 or by users as the Grasshopper for its distinctive green color and the knee control, when folded, resembles the jumping leg or femur when folded up.

Juki released its brands first Household Sewing Machine (HA-1) 

At the request of Masuzou Maeda, a representative of the Imperial Sewing Machine Company (predecessor of Janome), the standard dimensions of domestic household sewing machines are unified, and this sewing machine category is called "household HA-1 type" 

Elna released the Supermatic, which introduced Cams to automatically control stitches by moving the needle sideways as well as reverse feed of the fabric, making way for the "Zig Zag Boom".  The case being used as a table when not storing the machine.

Janome Sewing Industry Co Ltd, would release the 320 Type for 24,000 yen. 

Janome Sewing Industry Co Ltd acquired New Home Sewing Machine and the following year they released the 560 Type for 40,000 yen. The first fully automatic zigzag using a cam rather than manually adjusting the lever or dial.

Janome Sewing Industry Co Ltd, released the 670 Type High Dream for 40,000 yen, commemorating the Tokyo Olympics which was half as heavy as its predecessor.  Elna releases its Star Series featuring built-in, and interchangeable decorative stitches as well as an automatic buttonhole. 

Elna released the Lotus, a compact and lightweight machine, an innovative and expressive design that is now reflected in contemporary versions of the lotus, where the table doubles as a protective case.  Elna has truly blossomed with this extraordinary creation, ushering in a new era of creativity and imagination in the world of sewing. 

Janome's Model 801 was a fully automatic ZZ sewing machine with many unique functions, was released as the 50th anniversary model. 

Janome releases XL-II the brands first model using cams and the free arm. 

Janome’s 813 type Excel sold for 146,000 yen and was the first major domestic model to use a free arm. It also had a built-in cam and 2 step buttonhole.  

Elna released its Air Electronic, using a pneumatic foot control, relying on air pressure to control the speed and operation of the machine. 

Janome's Memory 7 (5001 type Memoria sold for 188,000 yen) , the world's first programmable computer sewing machine, was introduced with the introduction of stepping motors.

Elna released its Stella model which retained many features of the Lotus, but improved upon many features.

"Kenmore Sensor Sew One Hundred". Was released which is identical to Neechi’s Logica.  Elna releases its Carina model, which is the first sewing machine to use Super Overlock stitches on all types of fabrics. 

Janome released 6000 Type Memory Craft 208,000, because of its ease of use, it became popular worldwide that it was exported via air to be available to consumers as soon as possible. 

Elna released the Elna 5000, the first Swiss sewing machine with an electric memory and first in their computerized lineup. 

Singer releases its line of "miracle machines" to suit every style and budget.

Janome releases a unique machine with two functions: straight stitch / zigzag stitch sewing and overlock sewing. Easy to switch between a zigzag sewing machine to an overlock sewing machine by revolving the turntable. 

Elna releases its Elna 7000, using cassettes to expand stitch packages.

Sears 24 Stitch available in the 1988 Sears Catalog, model 385.17641.

Janome's Memory Craft 8000 was the first home use computer sewing machine with embroidery functions in the world.  

Janome released its 8100 type, Cecio 266,000 yen, commemorating its 70th anniversary of its founding. 

Kenmore introduced more built in looks with Euro-Design (385.12714).  

Elna releases its DIVA model with 370 stitches, 7 buttonholes, and alphabet and monogramming. 

Elna would release the 9006 a computerized embroidery machine. 

Brother releases PEDESIGN, software to digitize embroidery.  

Brother also releases PC-8200 and PE-100 

Babylock releases Esante, Espree, bl9500, BL6600, BL6150, BL2160, BL1556, BL101, BL2600, BL2300K and BL1750.

Elna releases its “EnVision” software working with home computer.

Elna CE20 and 8006 machines.

Husqvarna releases the Orchidia and Rose.

Singer releases the Quantum XL-1000.

Brother released its PE150 and PE300s embroidery machine.

Brother sewing models:  PC-3000, PS2200, PS2300, PQ1300.

Elna had available:  CE20 Envision, 8007 Envision, 6005 Heirloom, 6003, 6004, 3003/3005/3007, Funstyler, 2006/2004/2002, 1010.

Husqvarna Viking: Rose, Lily 540, Lily 550, Daisy, 350

Janome had available:  

Janome introduced the Memory Craft 10000, which could connect to PC via USB cable, a pioneer in the market. 

Babylock:  Ellageo, Accent, BL15, BL15, BL21, BL8800, 

Husqvarna Viking: Lily 555, Lily 545, Freesia 415.

White: 935, 955, 970, 979, 1418, 1755, 1766, 1788.

Singer releases its Quantum XL5000, a powerful embroidery unit for its time, as well as the Singer Izek, a clone of a Jaguar JN-2000, the only machine to be powered by gameboy color.

Baby Lock releases BL6300, BL6800, BL7800.

Brother releases the ULT2001, PC6500D, PQ1500, PC2800, PS2500. ULT2002D.

Husqvarna Viking releases the Daisy 315, 325, and 335.  Husqvarna Viking #1+, Designer II, and the Huskystar line (207, 215, 219, 224).

Husqvarna releases the Iris.

Babylock releases the BL60E, BL16 Denim Pro and BL22 Designer Pro.

Brother releases PE180D, PE150V, PS 2470/2360/2250, NX400, NX600, CS8150, CS8060, XL2121/2230 and the Innovis 500D.

Baby Lock releases the Esante 2, Ellageo 3, BLQC Quilters Choice, BLQP Quilters Choice Pro, BLCC Crafters Choice, and the BLDC Decorators Choice.

Husqvarna Viking releases the Victoria, Emma, Prelude, Quilt Designer, and the Platinum 770.

Elna releases the 6001 Decorators Touch and the 3230/3210.

Husqvarna Viking releases the Quilt Designer II, Platinum 950 E, Platinum 730 and 750, and the Interlude 435 and 445.

Janome releases the MC11000, a versatile model with wider arm space. The first embroidery machine to be equipped with an industrial-grade rolling linear motion guide and adjustable I-Height LCD screen.

Elna releases the 7200 Pro Quilter's Dream, the 6600 Quilter's Dream 2, and the 6200 Decorators Touch. 

Baby Lock releases the Ellegante (BLG) and Intrigue (INT).

Brother releases the CS6000, CS4000, NX200, NV1000 and NV4000.

Elna released the Xplore 8600.

Brother released the NX250 and NV2500D.

Husqvarna Viking releases the Platinum 955E, Emerald 183 and the Mega Quilter

Baby Lock releases new versions of the Ellageo BLL, Esante BLN, and Ellure BLR.

Brother releases the QC1000, NX650, NX450, ES2000T, CS5000H, CS4000, NV1500, and NV1200.

Husqvarna Viking releases the Platinum 715, Sapphire 830 and 850.

Baby Lock releases new versions of the Decorators Choice BLDC2, Crafters Choice BLCC2, Denim Pro BL18 and Design Pro BL23.

Elna releases the 9500, Mini Opal, 2800/2600/2300, and the Sew Fun.

Brother releases the NS40, NS80, PE700II, NV900,  and the NV6000.

Husqvarna Viking releases the Sapphire 870.

Baby Lock releases the Creative Pro (BL40), Quest, and the Emore.

Husqvarna Viking releases the Designer Topaz 20 and 30, as well as the Designer Diamond.

Babylock releases the Ellisimo, Elegante 2, Quest Plus, Ellure Plus, and the A line series (Sofia, Grace, Maria, Natalie, Audrey and Symphony)

Brother releases the CE5000, PE750D, HE240, NV2800, and the NV4500D.

Baby Lock releases the BL9, Melody BLMY, Tempo BLTP, Sofia 2 BL137A2, Elizabeth BL200A, Molly BL30A, Anna BL20A, and Jane BL500A.

Husqvarna Viking releases the Designer SE, and the Emerald 116 and 118.

Janome releases the MC12000 which provides compatibility with Horizon Link™ which enables connection between a computer and sewing machine in real-time. 

Singers new products: 1409 Promise, 3323S Talent, 4411 Heavy Duty, 4423 Heavy Duty, 6180 Brilliance, 7467S Confidence Stylist, 9960 Quantum Stylist, Futura Quartet.

Elna's new products: 5300, 5200, 740 eXcellence.

Husqvarna Viking releases the H Class (E10 and E20)

Baby lock releases the Elegante 3 and the Ellisimo Gold.

Janome releases the DC6030.  Features large direct selection buttons placed on the front and a design that blends into the interior of a room. Received the "Good Design Best 100" award in 2012. 

Singer releases 6160 Brilliance, H74, 2277 Tradition, 6199 Brilliance.

Elna releases the 7200PRO, eXperience 540 and 520, eXplore 220.

Husqvarna Viking releases the H Class 100, Tribute 140c and 140m.

Baby Lock releases the Unity BLSY and Crescendo BLCR.

Janome releases the MC15000, the first home sewing machine to connect wirelessly to an iPad® via a wireless network for use with 2 original apps: AcuEdit™ and AcuMonitor™. 

Elna releases the eXcellence 570, 560, and the new Lotus.

Brother releases the VE2200, VM6200D, Duetta 2 4750, HE1, NV1250D, PE770/780, SE400, and the PE500.

Baby Lock releases the Amelia, Rachel, Aria, and the Journey.

Brother's Designio DZ1500F (similar to the PQ1500) and allows users to needle felt with a special optional kit.

Babylock releases the Destiny (top of the line machine)

Janome releases its MC14000, A computerized sewing machine with embroidery functionality that offers a high level of performance in all categories including sewing comfort, operability, and functionality. 

Singer releases 6699 Starlet, 90S Special Edition, S18 Studio, 8500Q Modern Quilter, 9980 Quantum Stylist, 9985 Quantum Touch, S10 Studio, S16 Studio, 4443 Heavy Duty, S900.  The S18 studio shares similarities to Elna's Quilter's Dream II and Janome's Memory Craft 6500 and 6600 models.

Singer 7363

Brother releases the NQ1400E, the NQ3500D, NQ990D, PQ1500SL.

Husqvarna Viking releases the Designer Epic, Designer Jade 20 and 35.

Baby lock releases the Destiny 2, Accord, Flourish, and Presto

Singer releases C240, 7640 Confidence, C440 and C440Q.

Elna releases the eXcellence 720PRO.

Brother releases the Dream Machine 2 XV8550D, NQ1300, NQ900, NQ700, NQ550, VQ3000, NS85E, and H537ST.

Baby Lock releases the Presto 2, Verve, Jazz, and Aventura 2.

Janome releases the IJ521, The world's first embroidery machine that uses a smartphone or tablet as a wireless operation terminal. 

Elna releases the eXperience 570, 560, 520S and 540S

Husqvarna Viking releases the Epic 980Q and Sapphire 965Q.

Babylock releases the Accomplish, Jazz 2, Journey, Joy, and Jubilant.

Baby Lock releases the Solaris, Zeal, and Zest.

Husqvarna Viking releases the Jade 20

Baby Lock releases Aerial.

Husqvarna Viking releases Designer Epic 2.

Baby Lock releases the Altair, Ballad, Presto 2, and Solaris 2.

Husqvarna Viking releases Designer Sapphire 85, Epic 95Q, and Brilliance 75Q.

Baby Lock releases the Solaris Vision, Chorus, Vesta, Bloom, Allegro, and Aurora.

Husqvarna Viking releases the Designer Ruby 90.