Memory Craft 300E embroidery machine, and Embird software! in Calgary, Alberta

Asking $665 OBO
The Memory Craft 300E is a specialized Embroidery-only machine for the serious embellishment enthusiast. I bought this in xxxx to create custom stuff for an Irish Dance dress company I used to work for. In the end they produced locally in LA so I didn't end up using the machine! It's barely used... I'd say maybe 20hours tops as I tested it out to see what it could do. Paid over $xxxx for just the machine alone, and I am throwing in all the other goodies I bought to use with it!
Comes with all original accessories etc, plus I'm throwing in 12 full size spools of thread, 4 spools of metallic, 2 small coloured spools, and a large spool of black and white bobbin thread. Also have 8 sheets of stabilizer you're welcome to for getting started.
This machine (the 300E) was released before the current model, the 350E. Very similar machines but this one takes CompactFlash cards instead of USB. It wasn't a big deal for me because I got a CompactFlash card and reader... just plug the card holder into your computer and load it, pull it out and plug into the Janome! Not much different than plugging in a USB key from one to the other. lol I'm including with the machine a 128MB CompactFlash card and the card reader to plug it into.
I called a sewing shop here in Calgary and the 350E is selling for $xxxx, which they have on "sale" right now at $xxxx. Pricy! But if you don't mind plugging in a CompactFlash card instead of a USB key, you can save yourself at least $900, just from the sale price alone!!!
ALSO: I have a copy of Embird xxxx that I can send you via email (or bring a USB key with you when picking up the machine). I purchased this downloaded copy of this popular embroidery software to make my own embroidery designs. Very cool toy! Embird is PC only. The current version of Embird is xxxx, which can be upgraded to from this xxxx version for only $15 from the Embird website! Full version *without* upgrade is $144, so it's a good deal. :-) Have all the registration numbers and tutorials etc that I got with my download.
Features:
Backlit LCD screen
PC link via ATA PC card
Upgradeable via software
Maximum embroidery size: 5.5" x 7.9" (140mm x 200mm)
Embroidery speed 400 - 650spm
Built-in designs: 100
Fonts: 3
Monogramming: 2 & 3 letter
Built-in memory
Drag & Drop editing for easy placement
Embroidery design resize 90%, 100%, 110%, 120%
Rotate in 45 degree increments
Flip vertically and horizontally
Embroidery area tracing
"MY SET" screen controls for contrast, in/cm designation, and other customization
Zoom in and out
Multi-language selection
Stitch-out time indicator
Stitch counter
Upper thread and presser foot sensors
Manual thread tension control
Embroidery Sewing Speed: 400-650 spm
Standard Hoops: Large: 5.5"x 7.9" (140x200 mm); Standard: 5.0"x4.3" (126 x 110 mm)
Outer Memory Device: ATA PC Card PC Design Card
Embroidery Time Indicator (Improved)
Embroidery Stitch Counter Every 10 Stitches
Bottom Storage Compartment
Included Accessories:
Bobbins (15!)
Lint Brush
Additional Spool Pin
Spool Pin Felt
Spool Stand
Spool Holder (large and small)
Screwdriver
Needles
Standard Hoop A & B (with templates)
Instruction Manual
Templates (for Built-in Designs)
Instructional CD-ROM
Soft Vinyl Machine Cover
Plus 20 spools of thread, the Embird xxxx custom embroidery software, the CompactFlash and the card reader, and 8 stabilizer sheets.
Asking $665 OBO. Pick up from Ramsay area.