The two feet you were unfamiliar with are the rolled hem foot (think edging napkins) and the Right Compensating Foot (think French seams). I bought the 1/4" LEFT Compensating Foot for machine sewing on binding. (I have some eyesight problems that make hand sewing a real challenge.) Attach the binding on the back of the quilt, and bring it around to the front of the quilt to sew with the Left Compensating Foot. The high side of the foot rests on the binding. The left (lower) side of the foot rests on the quilt and against the edge of the binding. You get the straightest, most professional-looking stitch line you can imagine! (I work and teach at a local sewing machine center that is also a Juki dealer.) Thank you for your review - and for your other videos (loved the recent glue-basting video!)
That Left Compensating Foot sounds amazing! I like to machine attach my binding too, and it takes so long because I want it to look perfect haha thank you for the suggestion and thank you so much for watching and adding your tips! 💖
I love my Juki! I do not wish it had a zigzag because the single needle hole prevents those thread nests at the initial start of a seam. I think the needle threader is amazing! Took a lot of practice but never fails me since I learned how. The knee lift is a huge plus for me. I had to buy the insert for the foot pedal to keep from accidentally cutting the thread. Thank you for your review.
You know, it's interesting that you are discussing this. i never heard of Juki until, i got back into sewing (I am 63 years old and i didn't touch a sewing machine since i took it up in high school 1978) and the only sewing machine i know and remember was Singer. I grew up with Singer (we had a lady down the street in my neighborhood that was a seamstress and she made all of our prom and wedding dresses), i even remember the commercials about Singer. I knew i wanted to get back into sewing, so, I told my boyfriend, i wanted to get a sewing machine for christmas and he brought me a Singer HD4411. Ever since then, i been on RUclips, i learned about all kinds of sewing machines, Juki, Jenome, Pfaff, Babylock, Bernina, etc. it's amazing! lol!
@@StitchObsessed yeah, she is a great machine, but, hunny, i think i am ready for an industrial machine and all the fabulous sewing influencers i check out on youtube, (LAUREN MOMINO, DON KIM, JEANNIE'S DESIGNS, SIAH SWAG, FIERCE KITTENZ ETC) They all use Juki machines. and these machines are serious workhorses for heavy fabrics for bags like thick vinyl and denim.
I bought a Juke TL18 almost 2 years ago. It is also my main machine and I use it much more than my computerized Janome or Bernina machines. I love my Juki.
Sewing on a good industrial straight stitch also beats the fancy computerised machines for me as well. Having a workhorse once you get used to it makes things so much fun and fast
I am a longtime sewer and added the Juki TL2010Q to my workroom about 4 years ago. It's a great machine in my opinion! I use it for piecing and top-stitching but mostly for free-motion-quilting. I like that it's fast and strong, has an automatic thread cutter, needle up/down as well as the knee lifter when I'm doing a lot of pivoting.
Ive had mine for about 10years . I go to my Juki before I go to my high end machine. If Juki added a scant 1/4” and zig zag the Juki would be my dream machine. This machine is more sturdy then my high $$$$ machine . Juki can tackle any seem like butter!
Lorali9669 - I’m using mine for FMQ as well but not as good stitches as I’d like. What speed do you set it at? Do you push max speed & move fabric slower or vice versa? Thread hints? Thanks!
this machine looks great. Thanks for your info. I agree you can make quilts on inexpensive machines. I could only afford a $250 Brother machine and I have actually made several quilts on it. I am ready for a change since it is a little noisy now and cannot see heavy materials. Thanks for that.
I know this is a 1 year old video and you probably won't see my comment, but I am watching because i just purchased a Juki TL-2010Q, it's on the way to me and I already know a good bit, but am binging on Juki videos until it arrives. I think you give a great review! I wanted to elaborate on what you said about Singer sewing machines. I am 61, and learned to sew when I was 8 years old on my mother's 1960s big brown Singer. It's a fantastic machine and she still sews on it to this day. The man who owns our local sewing machine shop said her model is one of the best machines ever made of any brand. However, the story of Singer in recent years is a heart breaker. Singer has essentially ruined their brand. They went from being the gold standard American company to off-shoring everything and now they make cheap poorly engineered machines with plastic gears that are designed to break fairly quickly and can't be repaired. It's planned obsolescence. It breaks, you can't get parts for it, oh well throw it away. It's the same mentality as printers, they're disposable, not repairable and supposedly not worth it. It's sad and also makes me mad. I would love to have been sewing on Singer machines all these years, but I don't trust the brand anymore. It's not a matter of being elitist about it, it's about having a dependable machine that doesn't stress me out. I have a Janome Magnolia 7330 that has been my regular garment sewing machine for about 12 years and she sews like a dream. I have sewn some quilt tops and small free motion pieces on it, but it's time to upgrade, I have grandchildren now and and making lots of quilts for them. I look forward to getting it, and having one machine for garments and the other for quilting. I appreciate your review and hope you will consider this old lady's opinion 😊!
I read and try to reply to EVERY comment that comes through my channel, so I see you! First of all, congrats on the new machine! I think you're going to love the Juki! I certainly love mine! Though I don't have experience with older Singer machines, I don't doubt what you said is true. It's unfortunate that MANY "American" companies have started having parts off shored to save on costs, which in turn, effects the quality of the product. I still do believe my Singer Patchwork machine is a great machine, especially for beginners because it gets the job done and it's inexpensive. I've had mine for 8 years, and I still use it for zigzag stitches (or other decorative stitches I might want to use) and it works perfectly. Yes, Singer may not be the BEST quality machines, but for many, it's what they can afford. Gotta weigh the pros and cons of the different machines and figure out what's important to you and your needs. Thank you very much for sharing your opinion! I need to get my hands on a vintage Singer machine one of these days! ;)
I am just getting into quilting again. I only did it a little bit in my early days of sewing. My grandma taught me and she was an amazing quilter who did it all by hand! I am so thankful for you tube videos that are showing me so many things I never knew! In regards to the 2 free-motion quilting feet, I think the thicker ring is for when you use plastic rulers/templates, etc. for your quilting. The thinner one is for the free-motion quilting like you do. But the template foot can be used for both! I learned this recently through watching free-motion quilting videos on youtube--ha! The thin foot can slide under the plastic template/ruler, so they designed the thicker one for that purpose. Thank you for your review! I am dreaming of a more solid machine. Until then, I will continue to practice my quilting skills on my current little Singer I bought in 2013 to help me with mending, etc.
That's so awesome you were able to learn from your Grandma! I envy you! My grandma was NOT into sewing when I was growing up haha! Thank you for the info on the FMQ feet!
Lovely discussion. Thank you for sharing!! I totally agree with you about the changes you would make to the machine. The only other change I would like is for a start stop button. Not everyone can use a foot pedal due to various reasons.
I agree with the start/stop button wish. I have a Janome which has the button and I find myself reaching for it when I use the Juki. I really like the beautiful stitches the Juki makes.
Thank you! I’ve been sewing for 5 years and recently got interested in quilting. I’m a hobby sewist. I already have 7 machines (3 are vintage) but this one caught my eye. Still considering and your review confirmed that I’m looking at the right machine. I have a Juki serger and I love it… I’m falling in love with the brand.
I have the Juki 2200 QVP-mini. It’s just the newer version of this, coming with additional feet. I make quilts with it, but I also make bags. It handles vinyl, leather, cork, all very well. I’ve stitched 4 layers of cork for luggage straps and it went through like butter. Go to quilting conventions and try different brands and models. And sometimes the floor models and demo models are available for cheap!
@@hollyhall1948 frankly, I haven’t changed the plate or the needle size, and it works just fine! But for cork, I always use a Teflon foot. And for vinyl I use tissue paper or something to keep the vinyl from sticking to the foot or bed, depending on which upside/downside I am sewing.
Great review. You're very thorough. Three years ago I bought the Janome HD9 not computerized and straight stitch only for piecing and free motion quilting and I like it very much. High shank like yours, larger bobbin and I think it requires HD needles only so all new everything needed to use it. Last I checked I don't think it had a walking foot so I go to my Janome 2160 DC for that. Jen C
Thanks for the review. I have this machine so when your video fell in my feed I had to look. Great machine. The improvements you recommend are right as well as recommendations. Just for the sake of discussion, What many in the public aren’t aware of is that many machines come from the same assembly lines.. like Brother making many of Babylock’s high end machines. And that those expensive machines that are only sold exclusively in the dealerships are priced to keep the doors of those dealerships open. I love my Juki, and use my other machines for general sewing. I also learned that machines made with zigzag don’t really sew a true straight stitch, the stitch is slightly tilted on a zigzag machine. I learn something new everyday!Keep up the great work, I love your style and energy!
Excellent and most honest review I've heard on youtube. You're right about sewist and quilters trying to get you to buy the most expensive sewing machine. One that they really didn't pay for. After all my research I bought the Juki tl 2020pe. The sister of the 2010Q.
Of course! Once you figure out the tension, it’s smooth sailing with this machine. I’ve literally had no issues with tension since the first few days of figuring it out haha
I bought my Juki (same number as yours) about 5 or 6 years ago and I am very happy. It replaced my 1970's Singer that I got new for HS graduation and being a long time sewer I already knew I didn't need a zigzag. I agree with everything you said. If I could change anything I would have the lever that lowers the needle also raise it to get more quilt layers past it and into the harp area. The bobbin is also chancy because you don't always get that satisfying click when you put it in and you have to check carefully. Putting on the walking foot is a struggle but I am getting better. I didn't like the way the ruler foot worked, lots of thread shredding, so I bought another one. It doesn't seem like it was overly expensive but it doesn't work either. Turns out I need to painstakingly adjust the height of the foot each time so it will clear my lumpy quilts without being so high that it hits the thread. Lucky for me I don't care much for ruler quilting. I can't compare the learning curve of this to any other because my experience is limited. I do remember crying as a young lady because I never thought I would be able to learn the machine. I am sure any machine will require patience for success. You are so correct that you can make a beautiful quilt of any size and quilt it on any machine with a little practice.
I listen through headphones to music and interviews, addresses etc. while I sew. I was just listening to RUclips while free-motion quilting some quilt-as-you-go blocks on my Juki TL2010Q and your video appeared so I have been interested to follow your opinions on this wonderful machine - thank you. I have been using it for just on a year now. I love using the high speed! The foot pedal I have has the thread cutter incorporated with it too. I have found Juki Junkies' tutorials very helpful for extra advice. Your video is well put together. Many thanks.
Switch to a Topstitch 90/14 needle for Ruler Foot Quilting. The Topstitch needles have a larger eye - which alleviates the thread shredding/breaking problem. (I teach Ruler Foot Quilting at our local sewing machine center.)
Hi! I just found your video after researching various machines and your review was awesome; the best I found. I loved the points you made, and that you mentioned that it can quilt through layers of fabric (I'll be new to doing the actual quilting on my quilts), as well as sewing through denim hems and also integrating denim into memory quilts. These are exactly the types of things I want in a machine. I am about to order mine, thanks to the confidence your video gave me! My previous machine, that my mom bought for me in the early 90s, is a Bernina. It has been great through the decades, but it's time for a new addition. I'm going to be looking at other videos you post to help me learn how to use it when it comes. :) Thanks again!
My first 2 machines were Brother. I upgraded to Singer 4 years ago. About the same time I purchased my Tierra II because I felt that I needed a "quilting" machine.
I have a Brother sewing machine now. Before that i had a White sewing machine and Serger. They lasted me twenty plus years before I couldn't get them repaired anymore due to parts not being available. My Serger is a Juki. I have been sewing for forty plus years. If you take care of your machine, you can create beautiful quilts no matter the model. I recently found your channel and have been checking out your videos. You are fun to watch and listen to.
Thanks for the review very detailed. I have been looking at the Jukis for a while now. I'm actually between an industrial and one that comes with more feet as you mentioned adding can be expensive. Throat size, fmq, piecing are all important to me. I have owned a fancy janome combo machine did love it. I have a singer feather weight and an oversewn celine for zigzag, stiches etc. I already burned and replace a bobbin in that machine jammed with sewing a sequin costume but the customer service was very helpful and shipped me a new one and I installed it easily myself.
The Juki TL-2010Q is awesome for the whole quilt making process! And yes, feet can be pricey, but worth it if they make your machine even better! And that’s awesome about the Eversewn CS. I’ve heard great things about that company. I actually have their Sparrow X2 embroidery machine 🥰
I loved your video, it's very helpful if you are researching a new sewing machine. I bought the Juki 2000QI a couple of years ago. Now, I wish I had bought the 2010Q. At the time, I didn't think I would be FMQ but now I think I might want to try. I spoke with a lady at the quilt show in Branson and she assured me that once you get the hang of it you really don't need the speed controller. One thing that I don't think you mentioned was how heavy it is. It isn't a good travelling machine (although it travels better with my Tutto bag), Other than that, I LOVE my Juki. I wouldn't want any another machine.
Thank you so much for this review. I am looking at getting a new machine and I’m pretty settled on getting a Juki. I love that this machine is a workhorse and also like the big throat size. However, I would sure like a Juki that can do zigzag and buttonhole stitching, as I like to do appliqué. Can you tell me, what is the next step up from this Juki machine that hopefully will have the features mentioned above that I am wanting. Thanks so much again for your review and I also really liked your video on cleaning and oiling that your Juki.
Yes! I know what you mean! So my dream machine is the Juki Kirei HZL-NX7. Here is a link: shrsl.com/49ohx It has a large throat space, lots of stitches (including zigzag and buttonhole options), and is a gorgeous, professional machine. It's not quite as fast as the TL-2010Q, but its a fantastic quilting machine. Juki does make a couple of other machines that are closer in price to the TL-2010-Q, but the throat space isn't as large and the machines aren't as fast. I hope that helps! Thank you so much for your kind comment!!!
My suggestion is to get a used work horse for the other stitches, like a Bernina 817 or an older Singer. A machine that only does straight stitch (Juki 2010Q) forms a much nicer straight stitch.
Nice review. I have a Singer Quantum 9960, have had it for about 10 years. It's a great little machine. I haven't got the hang of free motion quilting on it yet, but I have a Husqvarna platinum mid arm. Took me 3years to pay that off, I will be never buy a machine that expensive again, just had to have a board replaced in it, took over month to get it back. I have been looking at my next machine, should one go out and the Junk TL-2010Q is high on my list.
I have PQ1500SL Brother semi industrial. I think it is Brothers twin of yours. I luv it. I wouldn't change anything but zig zag would be a plus. Great Video my quilter friend.
I have the Brother PQ1500S but change the lighting to LED so now it's an SL...I also added an LED strip as well mainly when I need extra light on dull/overcast/rainy days...can never have too much lighting. Have you thought about a Zigzag and/or Buttonholer Attachment? I bought a brand new/old stock Griest Buttonholer and the buttonholes are perfect, every time. I have a vintage zigzag attachment but it's low shank and I've been searching for a shank adapter at a reasonable price, but postage for such a small piece of metal is usually a ripoff, so I continue to search. Lastly, I bought industrial compensating feet (both left and right) and some tiny, split zipper feet in several lengths as these allow you to stitch in 'very' tight areas. These industrial feet on eBay from China, cost a few dollars although dealers sell them for huge prices and they are perfect for these straight stitcher machines. Counted the feet/attachments for the PQ1500 recently and there were 73!! That's my foot fetish!! LOL Hope some of this helps straight stitch owners, Brother/Babylock/Juki/Janome/etc are basically the same machine, although the Janome doesn't have drop feed instead it has a coverplate for the needle plate (I prefer to have genuine 'drop feed' and the Brother PQ has 'pin feed' which is absolutely fabulous in preventing fabric creep specially when matching checks and other patterned fabric.
I have an expensive machine and this Juki and I also love it. I love my Pfaff too but this is a great simple hard working machine that can really work. I only wish it held a bigger bobbin.
I have had this machine since 2021. I have only had a few problems 1. the bobbin would not wind come to find out the bobbin was bents. how? who knows I realized all the bobbins that came with the machine must have been bent also. I had to buy more. So if your bobbin doesn't load chances are the bobbin is bent I throw them away as soon as they don't wind. I love your video I can't wait to see more on the free motion quilting...Thank you
Bent bobbins?! Ugh, sounds like a nightmare! I’m glad it was just the bobbins though instead of something with the actual machine! Thank you for stopping by! I’ll be working on a free motion quilting video this week! 💖👏🏻
I have the Juki tl 2020 pe and love it. Same machine just came with different color and more feet. Would appreciate a video on free motion quilting. Great Video. Thank you.
Awesome! I did do a tutorial on how to do a fun FMQ design you can check out here: ruclips.net/video/NHWSuMfJxrw/видео.html I am planning on doing many more tutorials like this so stay tuned! 💖🤓
I am so looking forward to getting a straight-stitch only Juki. I have an expensive Bernina that I use for heirloom sewing, but I need a workhorse for the bulk of my sewing.
Love your review. I have the Juki TL 2000 Q. I absolutely love it so much, I've also purchased a Juki serger. Also a winner! I am self taught and only been quilting for a little over a year. I have completed about 10 Quilts, ranging from baby to queen size. I am pleased with the outcome of most of them. My only frustration, is thread breaking or shredding during free motion quilting. I've been researching, and got a lot of pointers from JukiJunkies. This weekend, I plan to make several sample "sandwiches" so that i can practice. Hopefully, I will learn where my troubles lie 29:00 . I am determined to improve. I appreciate your videos and look forward to following your channel so that I can continue to learn.
Switch to a 90/14 Topstitch needle for FMQ. A Topstitch eye is bigger and will put a stop to the shredding/breaking. I learned thru lots of frustration and tears followed by tons of research. (I now teach FMQ and Ruler Foot Quilting at our local sewing machine center.)
FMQ thread breaking! #%*&##! All of the sudden after several quilts my thread is breaking. I’ve spent hours trying to fix it.. I have NOT changed the SIZE of the needle,.. I’ll try it. Thanks.
I have a Juki and love it too. I wish it had a buttonhole stitch for my appliqué. Feet are not a pricey as a Bernini, neither are the lights. I agree they need a better light. Please do show how you maintain the Juki. Love your videos
I so appreciate your honest review and could not agree more with some RUclips reviews where it's all sponsored excetera. They show a new sewing machine every other month. I pass on those. Thank you. You make me want to get this machine
@@StitchObsessed that's the clincher for me. I have the brother pq1500sl. I've had it for 8 years. I want to give this one toy daughter inlaw and I need a new machine
👍🔥 thank you for your honest review!! I have a $400 singer quantum stylist 9960 and love it. Admittedly im a little jealous tho 😉. But my singer is my 3rd one and its about 5 years old. Ive made many quilts on it. It cannot handle super thicknesses tho. I also make clothes and its primo for that. Thanks again!
That’s awesome! Before I had this machine I had a Singer Patchwork (which I still use for any appliqué work) and it works great! That’s how I learned how to quilt and made many quilts on it 💖 thank you for sharing your machine info!
I always suggest juki to new quilters. Don't own one and if I was to buy a new quilting machine I different would get one. But which one.and this helped me in one. Such a wide variety to choose from and look into. Thank you.
Yes, I would like for you to show us some of your quilting techniques. I have your same machine and love it…but recently started having tension problems. I have been trying to adjust it…better, but not good! I am working on threads, too. I have also been checking out Juki Junkies for ideas! I enjoyed your video!
Awesome! I’ve done a couple free motion quilting tutorials that you can find in my “Beginner Friendly Tutorials” on my channel! I’ll also be making many more in the coming months! Thanks for watching! 💖
I want to thank you for this vidio.. i am looking forward to learning!!! I have ordered my machine !! Should be here at the end of the week or the beginning of next week .. im sure i will have questions!!! Setting up the stitches, im sure I'm learning the rights and wrongs for that for sure..
Great Video! I'm hoping the come out with a version with zig zag. BTW, I've purchased a very expensive machine from Ebay. Got it for about half price and it was brand new in the box with no issues.
I have a Brother 1500 straight stitch which is identical to the Juki except mine lacks speed control. Love it! I bought it second hand from FB marketplace. Came with a Grace quilting frame. There are good deals out there.
Hi. First of all, your video was very educational, thank you for making it. A few of my loved ones pitched in and bought a Juki TL 2000qi for me as my birthday. I am finding new things that make me love it all the time. However, I am having a few problems. I bought the free motion quilting foot and when I tried to use it, it broke a needle. I am a novice quilter and am hoping to get better because I truly enjoy it. I have no trouble doing the patchwork, it's the quilting that is giving me anxiety. Also, when I use the backstitch, it makes a mound. Any suggestions for solving my issues would be greatly appreciated. Thanks again
Hello! Wow, that's so awesome your family bought you a Juki! What a sweet gift! I was shocked when you said your FMQ foot broke a needle! That definitely should NOT happen. Is it a FMQ foot made specifically for the Juki TL series machines? The needle and foot shouldn't even be touching, so I don't understand how the foot could break the needle. If you check out the RUclips channel "Juki Junkies" they have lots of videos on troubleshooting different issues. A mound when backstitching makes me think there is something off with your bobbin, but I'm not 100% certain of that. Sorry I can't be more helpful! Good luck on the adventure of quilting with your Juki, and thank you so much for watching my video!
I also own the Juki TL 2010Q sewing machine and I enjoyed your video and also purchased it as a used machine at Ebay and that's another story. Anyway the only problem I have had is the automatic needle threader which I have not been able to use at all. I was wondering if you have had problems with your machine's needle threader. Enjoyed your video ❤
Thanks for your nice feedback. I understand that you are really very talented in this subject, please give me another suggestion I don't need a sewing machine design. I will sew vine leaf flowers and round designs using free motton. So which sewing machine should be purchased for me at a low price
The Juki TL-2010Q is a fantastic choice for free motion quilting. You can control the speed and you have a great throat space. That's a big reason why I went with this machine.
@@StitchObsessedThis sewing machine is not available in our Bangladesh. So I have no idea about this sewing machine. I want to buy a reconditioned sewing machine at low price can you help me.
@@nakshipolly5666 What size quilts or projects are you planning on working with? You can do free motion quilting on pretty much any domestic sewing machine, but if you plan on making larger quilts (larger than twin) you will probably need a sewing machine with a larger throat space (also called harp space.) The sewing machine brands I recommend are Juki, Janome, Singer, and Brother. You should be able to find a refurbished machine from one of these brands that you can use for your free motion! I'm happy to help if you have more questions!😊
@@StitchObsessed Thank you very much for the nice advice. Although simple sewing machines are available in Bangladesh, sewing and quilting machines are not available. So I have no idea about this sewing machine. I design round patterned leaf flowers with Nakshikantha pen. And the women stitch the Nakshikantha with hand sewing with great difficulty. I think they need this type of sewing machine to sew vine leaf flowers like this. I have watched many videos on RUclips channel so far. I love these two machines for my sewing needs. janome hq stitch 710 and juki TL2010q but these machines are very expensive I am a poor person and it is not possible for me to buy with so much money. It is very good if a charitable person donates to poor helpless women. And if someone sells reconditioned on a low budget, I will buy it and give it to poor women. Can you help me on this matter? Happ
Hello Thank You for such a honest review on this juki 2010Q sewing machine. Thank you for reviewing the parts that came with the machine. I'm wondering if this machine comes with a quarter inch foot?, and a seam guide? And is it possible to order any open toe free motion foot?. I also would like to see a video on cleaning and oiling this machine if possible. Does this machine have a cone thread holder stand that attaches to the back side of the machine? I believe it does but I don't know for sure? Also could you go over which knob is the upper and lower tension dials and what are the general settings of these dials ? I'm definitely looking into buying this TL series sewing machine in the future but not quite yet I still need to save a little bit more money to buy one. This was a really good video and I appreciate your time you spent with the explanations and demonstrations.
Hello! Thank you for watching my review! So to answer your questions: 1. Yes, it comes with a 1/4” foot. It’s my most used foot! 2. No, I don’t believe it came with a seam guide, but I would check with the specific seller you are buying from. Sometimes companies include extras or bundles. 3. Yes. Juki makes an open toe FMQ foot, but you’ll have to purchase separately. 4. I actually already made a cleaning and oiling video you can watch here: How To Clean and Oil the Juki TL-2010Q! ruclips.net/video/d-eRLbExKd8/видео.html 5. I’m not sure about a cone thread stand, but the machine did come with an attachment for the spool holders meant for thread cones. 6. I haven’t done a video yet about the tension controls, but I certainly can! Thank you for the suggestion! I hope I answered all your questions and they made sense haha!
Thanks for advice on the juke. I think like you say it depends so much on the machine’s capabilities, and what your usage will be. If your using it a lot , and more for straight sewing , I think your right it’s Brest, but for fancy work and embroidery maybe pretty useless. Would you use it enough to have Two. What was the little white piece in your hair towards the bottom of your hair, I have been trying to work it out.
Great video! I’m thinking of getting this machine and have heard it’s difficult to thread and use the bobbin. I know that once you do thread and bobbin wind many times it will likely become 2nd nature but I’m wondering about how is it at the beginning of the learning curve? I’ve also seen negative reviews about the automatic needle threader leading to people just giving up using it.
The instructions that come with the machine make threading and installing the bobbin super easy, plus there’s lots of tutorials online! 🤓as far as the automatic threader goes, I don’t have an opinion on it because I’ve actually never tried it lol 🫣 Juki junkies is a great channel to check out to learn how to use different Juki machines.
Hi Miriam, I’d like to get your Juki. I’m going to trade in my Juki HZL D7, I’ve had for under a year. Way too many bells and whistles for me, and not enough room underneath to see, or to use my hands to grab thread etc. Question, when you use the thread cutter do you need to pull up the bobbin thread to prevent a birds nest from happening on the next pass? I always have to with my D7. And do you like the side bobbin load? Thanks, love your channel! Mardi💜
Hi Mardi! Goodness, so sorry it took me so long to reply! So I haven't had issues with having a bird's nest when cutting the thread. The TL2010Q is a powerhouse! I hope you like that!
After you use the thread cutter, does the thread nest at all when you start sewing again? Do you have to hold the ends of the thread when you start? I’d love to see the underside of the fabric to see what happens there. I have to always start sewing with a piece of leader fabric on my machine.
This machine is actually a lock stitch machine, meaning when you finish a seam the top and bobbin thread twist together forming a little “lock”. This isn’t as secure as backstitching, but it does hold the threads together great while piecing quilt blocks. No, you do not need to hold the threads when you start stitching. 👏🏻💖 I hope that helps! Let me know if you have any other questions!
Thank you for sharing your video! I have a Juki TL18 Haruka and love it! I've been wanting to try quilting on it and you mentioned you use your Juki for quilting. Are there any tips you'd care to share with regarding to quilting on your Juki? If quilting straight-lines, you use your walking foot, right? If quilting straight lines, do you stitch down one way and then turn the quilt to come up in opposite direction, or does it matter?
Hello! I recently did a tutorial on how to make a microwaveable rice bag, and in that tutorial, I show how I like to do straight line quilting. Here is the link: ruclips.net/video/IwwKvkoz4Hk/видео.html I’ve also done a few tutorials on free motion quilting with my Juki which you can find in this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLISoQM_sp_XaUW49tspPwLbN2HwzSXWL1&si=XZRWjPWWe4GoiWEc I hope these help! I’ll definitely be doing an in-depth tutorial on straight line quilting soon, so stay tuned for that! It’s a lot of fun to do and looks amazing on so many quilting projects!💖 let me know if you have any other questions!
I also have the TL-18 Haruka and teach FMQ and Ruler Foot Quilting. When FMQ and Ruler Foot Quilting, switch to a 90/14 Topstitch needle. The Topstitch needle has a bigger eye, which alleviates the thread shredding problem. Also, use your micro lifter. The TL-18 is the only TL machine that has the micro lifter. It raises the front of the foot a tiny bit, so it glides over the lumps and bumps of your seam intersections. I am so glad I have the micro lifter! Good luck!
My Baby Lock Accomplish is comparable to this Juki and I love it. It is a workhorse - mechanical, high speed, takes any thread, no computer motherboards to replace, no expensive servicing after “xxx” number of stitches or other nonsense. I have never had a single problem with it. I have a Bernina, but my Baby Lock has been my go-to for years.
I also have the Accomplish and love it. My only dislike is no speed control and I wish it had come with a Teflon foot…I have a knockoff and it works okay.
Thank you for your review. I’ve been considering this machine for months now. You didn’t mention if your machine came with the knee lever lifter. I thought this model had that. Also, the foot controller allows the thread to be cut if it is on your model. I ask because I thought the 2010 came with these features. I would be interested if you were satisfied with those features too. I’m still on the fence about purchasing so trying to learn all I can.
Hello and thank you for your questions! Yes, the foot pedal does cut the thread if you tip your heel down. This is a SUPER helpful feature, and I completely forgot to include it! As for the knee lever, I tried it once and didn’t really see the point of it. So I never use it, but yes, it did come with the machine too!
I’ve had my TL 2010Q for about a year and a half and I use the knee lever all the time. I actually miss the feature on my other machine that I take to Sit n Sew or have to use for different stitches.
I use the knee lifter all the time now (it took me a while to get used to it.) It frees my hands when doing FMQ so I can lift the foot without using my hands to use the presser foot lever. It also helps lift the foot really high when moving the quilt around in the throat space - againg without having to use your hands to use the lesser foot lever. A great feature!
I actually made a maintenance video a few months ago! You can watch it here: How To Clean and Oil the Juki TL-2010Q! ruclips.net/video/d-eRLbExKd8/видео.html
I love mine, and hope they don’t change the bobbin location, because, a rotary hoop makes the best stitch, a top loader, is ok, but does make a stitch as well as the rotary hook. All the old machine have rotary hooks.
I sew towels. It can get quite thick in areas and I was wondering if this would be able to handle that easily or should I look into a more industrial machine?
This was an amazing review! I sooo agree with the thought that I wish Juki had a semi-industrial straight and zigzag ONLY machine. This really has such good quality but I still sew knits. I also hope they'll fix the light issue. Thank you again!
I think a sewist should buy as much machine as they can afford, so your advice is sound. I have owned a couple of high-dollar machines (brand name to remain anonymous) and the first one was great 20 yrs ago, but the new, high-end one was a HUGE mistake. Factory defacts, expensive repairs, etc. I LOVE my Juki and use it daily. It is a work horse!
I'm just looking to buy a new machine for quilting (I have always hand quilted before) I picked up a Grace home machine frame ill be using said machine on .. Question I know you lower the feed dogs for free motion but you said you straight line Quilt do you leave the feed dogs up when you straight line quilting
First of all, congrats on the new machine!! And I’m a little jealous of the Grace machine frame. Lol I’ve thought about getting one, but I just don’t have the space! Anyways, to answer your question, yes I definitely leave my feed dogs up when straightline quilting. They help a lot with moving the quilt through the machine. I also like to use a walking foot if I’m working on a quilt. It works with the feed dogs and just makes it easier on my hands and arms when sewing for hours at a time. Good luck and have fun! Let me know if you have any other questions 💖
@@StitchObsessed thank you ..I hardly have room .. but it was used but new never used for $200. I made it fit ...lol using a frame would you still use the feed dogs ? I pulled the trigger this morning should have my Juki Tuesday
@@cherylwhite654 I have a Juki 2000TL on a Grace frame. Keep the feed dogs down while quilting on a frame. The quilt doesn't move and the machine is moved across it while sewing. You don't want feed dogs pulling at the quilt.
Hello! I have a couple questions. Is it easy to achieve a scant 1/4” seam allowance? Does this machine make machine binding easier? I’m new to quilting and these seem to be common problems I read about in the quilting community. Thank you!
Yes, absolutely. The 1/4" foot that actually comes with this machine is a scant 1/4". I machine bind all of my quilts with this machine and it's very easy! I may be a little biased cuz I love my machine so much, but I truly believe this is the perfect machine for quilters! Especially if you want to quilt your own quilts!
It's funny because I've seen where some sellers state they don't accept returns too. The fact is ebar requires all sellers accept returns. If you receive an item and it's not the color you want or maybe doesn't fit, then it's sellers discretion. If your item is different then discribed of pictured. The seller must take it back and cover return shipping cost.
All in all, i like my Tl2000Qi but...I cannot stand the bobbin and where it is located. Filling a new bobbin can a pain and getting the case into the correct position from the side is just such a pain. Also changing the needle can be a challenge. The automatic threader is impossible. And last, oiling the bloody thing after every use is a pain. Never had to oil a machine before this one. That's my 5 cents worth.
I struggled with the auto needle threader too, and I felt let down at the beginning because I had a little difficulty adjusting from my JUKI computerised machine. To be honest I felt for the first two days the TL2010Q was very overrated. Luckily I really pushed through all the obstacles and now just love it. On the third day it all came together. The auto threader is really easy to use; once I set the tension that was it, I’ve never had to adjust it since and threading it has become a breeze. I hardly use my JUKI computerised machine now, even though it is an high end model because the experience of sewing on the semi industrial is so much better, very sturdy. Every time I use it I just want to hug it.
Careful with that oiling. I've killed my Qi with too much oil, just following the manual instructions. Company tech in Orlando said they over stressed the oiling message. Very little oil into those holes on top, maybe a couple times a month! Fried my circuit board and ruined my motor.
Yes, you can control the speed! There is a little lever on the front of the machine. Stitch speed ranges from 200-1500 stitches per minute. 💖 let me know if you any other questions and thank you for watching!
You’ll probably need to play around with the thread tension a bit. The manual that came with the machine should have instructions on how to adjust tension. 👍🏻
I don't see the need unless maybe you plan to use it in a frame for FMQ. It takes some practice and getting used to the speed of the machine, but you can really be your own stitch regulator! That's my opinion anyways! haha I enjoy the challenge!
I liked your video but I totally disagree with your statement in the beginning when you stated the Janome isn’t a workhorse of a machine like the Juki. I recently purchased the Janome HD9 straight stitch machine bc of its strength and durability plus the fact that it has a seperate bobbin motor so you can wind your bobbin while sewing, it also has a very large bobbin and sews thru many layers of different fabrics like the Juki and sews 1600 spm along with the two seperate threading systems, one for regular threads and the other for thicker threads. Not saying that the Janome is any better than the Juki, I just wanted to state that Janome DOES sell a workhorse of a machine called the HD9 except you’re right it does cost more than the Juki but that’s bc you get those 3 different features from the Juki bc the Juki I know sews 1500 spm which is fast as well but I appreciate the seperate bobbin motor on the Janome. I was indissisive about which machine to purchase until I learned about the seperate bobbin motor and the dual threading system. I love the Juki machines as well I own the Juki DX5 💞💞💞
Oops, I definitely wasn’t trying to imply that the other sewing machine companies do not make “workhorse” machines. I was just trying to make the point that the Juki TL series machines are known as a “workhorse” option, and the Juki TL-2010Q was the best option in my price range ☺️ Many companies make a comparable machine to the TL-2010Q, but they’re double the price, which is a bummer! I would LOVE to have that separate bobbin winder option like your Janome! Talk about a time saver! Thank you for your feedback and sharing your experience with the Janome HD9! 💖
@@StitchObsessed No problem I just had to stand up for my workhorse of a machine 🥰 yes it is a couple hundred dollars more but I was blessed to find the Janome on sale last Christmas for only $1499 so I had to jump on it 🎄🥰 I love the slimness of the Juki TL 2010Q bc the HD9 is huge! 😆 And of course with the fast sewing machine I had to purchase a table where it wouldn’t vibrate with the machine 😜 and that was an added expense yet overall I’m well pleased with my purchase as you are. Merry Christmas and keep those great videos coming! 😍🎄💯💞
I have the same machine and love it! It's strange to say, but I love the sound of it. I watch a lot of videos, and when I hear the machines they are using, it makes me cringe. I couldn't listen to that clatter for very long. My Juki just hums.
@@StitchObsessed , the baby pick machines they use on Missouri Star videos drive me insane. I have to mute the sound. I'm very sensitive to sound anyway, but the way those machines clatter make me think they are very poor quality machines. Ours are like a well built Mercedes.
@@StitchObsessed , oh, and I got an adapter to use presser feet from my low shank brother machine on my Juki. I can use the zipper foot. It works great.
The two feet you were unfamiliar with are the rolled hem foot (think edging napkins) and the Right Compensating Foot (think French seams). I bought the 1/4" LEFT Compensating Foot for machine sewing on binding. (I have some eyesight problems that make hand sewing a real challenge.) Attach the binding on the back of the quilt, and bring it around to the front of the quilt to sew with the Left Compensating Foot. The high side of the foot rests on the binding. The left (lower) side of the foot rests on the quilt and against the edge of the binding. You get the straightest, most professional-looking stitch line you can imagine! (I work and teach at a local sewing machine center that is also a Juki dealer.)
Thank you for your review - and for your other videos (loved the recent glue-basting video!)
That Left Compensating Foot sounds amazing! I like to machine attach my binding too, and it takes so long because I want it to look perfect haha thank you for the suggestion and thank you so much for watching and adding your tips! 💖
Thank U this is all learning ❤😊
I love my Juki! I do not wish it had a zigzag because the single needle hole prevents those thread nests at the initial start of a seam. I think the needle threader is amazing! Took a lot of practice but never fails me since I learned how. The knee lift is a huge plus for me. I had to buy the insert for the foot pedal to keep from accidentally cutting the thread. Thank you for your review.
You know, it's interesting that you are discussing this. i never heard of Juki until, i got back into sewing (I am 63 years old and i didn't touch a sewing machine since i took it up in high school 1978) and the only sewing machine i know and remember was Singer. I grew up with Singer (we had a lady down the street in my neighborhood that was a seamstress and she made all of our prom and wedding dresses), i even remember the commercials about Singer. I knew i wanted to get back into sewing, so, I told my boyfriend, i wanted to get a sewing machine for christmas and he brought me a Singer HD4411. Ever since then, i been on RUclips, i learned about all kinds of sewing machines, Juki, Jenome, Pfaff, Babylock, Bernina, etc. it's amazing! lol!
Yes! So many amazing brands, but Singer is fantastic! There’s a reason why they’re still in business and so well known 👏🏻
@@StitchObsessed yeah, she is a great machine, but, hunny, i think i am ready for an industrial machine and all the fabulous sewing influencers i check out on youtube, (LAUREN MOMINO, DON KIM, JEANNIE'S DESIGNS, SIAH SWAG, FIERCE KITTENZ ETC) They all use Juki machines. and these machines are serious workhorses for heavy fabrics for bags like thick vinyl and denim.
Thank U Ladies it's awesome learning from Ur Experiences, Appreciate ❤😊 I hv found (Juki Junkie) fun and great help!!
I bought a Juke TL18 almost 2 years ago. It is also my main machine and I use it much more than my computerized Janome or Bernina machines. I love my Juki.
Sewing on a good industrial straight stitch also beats the fancy computerised machines for me as well. Having a workhorse once you get used to it makes things so much fun and fast
I am a longtime sewer and added the Juki TL2010Q to my workroom about 4 years ago. It's a great machine in my opinion! I use it for piecing and top-stitching but mostly for free-motion-quilting. I like that it's fast and strong, has an automatic thread cutter, needle up/down as well as the knee lifter when I'm doing a lot of pivoting.
Thank you for sharing! I agree, it’s a fantastic machine 💖
Ive had mine for about 10years . I go to my Juki before I go to my high end machine. If Juki added a scant 1/4” and zig zag the Juki would be my dream machine. This machine is more sturdy then my high $$$$ machine . Juki can tackle any seem like butter!
@kimwood5239 thanks for sharing! Yes! We need the zigzag! 👏🏻😂
Lorali9669 - I’m using mine for FMQ as well but not as good stitches as I’d like. What speed do you set it at? Do you push max speed & move fabric slower or vice versa? Thread hints? Thanks!
this machine looks great. Thanks for your info. I agree you can make quilts on inexpensive machines.
I could only afford a $250 Brother machine and I have actually made several quilts on it. I am ready for a change since it is a little noisy now and cannot see heavy materials. Thanks for that.
I know this is a 1 year old video and you probably won't see my comment, but I am watching because i just purchased a Juki TL-2010Q, it's on the way to me and I already know a good bit, but am binging on Juki videos until it arrives. I think you give a great review!
I wanted to elaborate on what you said about Singer sewing machines. I am 61, and learned to sew when I was 8 years old on my mother's 1960s big brown Singer. It's a fantastic machine and she still sews on it to this day. The man who owns our local sewing machine shop said her model is one of the best machines ever made of any brand. However, the story of Singer in recent years is a heart breaker. Singer has essentially ruined their brand. They went from being the gold standard American company to off-shoring everything and now they make cheap poorly engineered machines with plastic gears that are designed to break fairly quickly and can't be repaired. It's planned obsolescence. It breaks, you can't get parts for it, oh well throw it away. It's the same mentality as printers, they're disposable, not repairable and supposedly not worth it. It's sad and also makes me mad. I would love to have been sewing on Singer machines all these years, but I don't trust the brand anymore. It's not a matter of being elitist about it, it's about having a dependable machine that doesn't stress me out. I have a Janome Magnolia 7330 that has been my regular garment sewing machine for about 12 years and she sews like a dream. I have sewn some quilt tops and small free motion pieces on it, but it's time to upgrade, I have grandchildren now and and making lots of quilts for them. I look forward to getting it, and having one machine for garments and the other for quilting. I appreciate your review and hope you will consider this old lady's opinion 😊!
I read and try to reply to EVERY comment that comes through my channel, so I see you! First of all, congrats on the new machine! I think you're going to love the Juki! I certainly love mine!
Though I don't have experience with older Singer machines, I don't doubt what you said is true. It's unfortunate that MANY "American" companies have started having parts off shored to save on costs, which in turn, effects the quality of the product. I still do believe my Singer Patchwork machine is a great machine, especially for beginners because it gets the job done and it's inexpensive. I've had mine for 8 years, and I still use it for zigzag stitches (or other decorative stitches I might want to use) and it works perfectly. Yes, Singer may not be the BEST quality machines, but for many, it's what they can afford. Gotta weigh the pros and cons of the different machines and figure out what's important to you and your needs. Thank you very much for sharing your opinion! I need to get my hands on a vintage Singer machine one of these days! ;)
I am just getting into quilting again. I only did it a little bit in my early days of sewing. My grandma taught me and she was an amazing quilter who did it all by hand! I am so thankful for you tube videos that are showing me so many things I never knew!
In regards to the 2 free-motion quilting feet, I think the thicker ring is for when you use plastic rulers/templates, etc. for your quilting. The thinner one is for the free-motion quilting like you do. But the template foot can be used for both! I learned this recently through watching free-motion quilting videos on youtube--ha! The thin foot can slide under the plastic template/ruler, so they designed the thicker one for that purpose.
Thank you for your review! I am dreaming of a more solid machine. Until then, I will continue to practice my quilting skills on my current little Singer I bought in 2013 to help me with mending, etc.
That's so awesome you were able to learn from your Grandma! I envy you! My grandma was NOT into sewing when I was growing up haha! Thank you for the info on the FMQ feet!
Lovely discussion. Thank you for sharing!! I totally agree with you about the changes you would make to the machine. The only other change I would like is for a start stop button. Not everyone can use a foot pedal due to various reasons.
Yes! I hadn’t even thought of that, but that is a great point. A “start/stop” button would be amazing! 💖
I agree with the start/stop button wish. I have a Janome which has the button and I find myself reaching for it when I use the Juki. I really like the beautiful stitches the Juki makes.
Thank you! I’ve been sewing for 5 years and recently got interested in quilting. I’m a hobby sewist. I already have 7 machines (3 are vintage) but this one caught my eye. Still considering and your review confirmed that I’m looking at the right machine. I have a Juki serger and I love it… I’m falling in love with the brand.
Oh that’s awesome you sew with vintage machines! 😍 and yes, this machine is SO good! I love it! 💖
I also have this machine. I love love love it. I have several other machines but use my Juki probably 85% of the time
I have the Juki 2200 QVP-mini. It’s just the newer version of this, coming with additional feet. I make quilts with it, but I also make bags. It handles vinyl, leather, cork, all very well. I’ve stitched 4 layers of cork for luggage straps and it went through like butter. Go to quilting conventions and try different brands and models. And sometimes the floor models and demo models are available for cheap!
That is awesome! Such a powerful machine!
I have the same one, and have found it to be exactly what I needed. I also have a vintage Pfaff for the very few times I need a zigzag stitch.
Do you need the thick fabric plate and which needle do you use for leather and cork?
@@hollyhall1948 frankly, I haven’t changed the plate or the needle size, and it works just fine! But for cork, I always use a Teflon foot. And for vinyl I use tissue paper or something to keep the vinyl from sticking to the foot or bed, depending on which upside/downside I am sewing.
Great review. You're very thorough. Three years ago I bought the Janome HD9 not computerized and straight stitch only for piecing and free motion quilting and I like it very much. High shank like yours, larger bobbin and I think it requires HD needles only so all new everything needed to use it. Last I checked I don't think it had a walking foot so I go to my Janome 2160 DC for that. Jen C
Thanks for sharing, Jen! 💖
I got a light strip that goes on the inside of the harp, and it fixed the lighting problem.
Awesome! Those strip lights are such a great idea!
I had an Off light from years ago and just use it. But if it ever goes out, will get those. Thanks
Thanks for the review. I have this machine so when your video fell in my feed I had to look. Great machine. The improvements you recommend are right as well as recommendations. Just for the sake of discussion, What many in the public aren’t aware of is that many machines come from the same assembly lines.. like Brother making many of Babylock’s high end machines. And that those expensive machines that are only sold exclusively in the dealerships are priced to keep the doors of those dealerships open. I love my Juki, and use my other machines for general sewing. I also learned that machines made with zigzag don’t really sew a true straight stitch, the stitch is slightly tilted on a zigzag machine. I learn something new everyday!Keep up the great work, I love your style and energy!
Oooh that’s really interesting about the zigzag machines! 🤓 thank you for sharing these little nuggets! 💖
WOW!! WHAAAT?!! THAT WAS A BLESSING!! AND A JUKI TOO?? WOW!!! AMAZING!!!!!!
Ikr?! Gotta hunt for those deals! 🤓💖
Excellent and most honest review I've heard on youtube. You're right about sewist and quilters trying to get you to buy the most expensive sewing machine. One that they really didn't pay for. After all my research I bought the Juki tl 2020pe. The sister of the 2010Q.
Awesome! Welcome to the Juki family! Haha thank you for watching 💖
Thanks for your candid opinion. I have looked a a Juki. Scared of tension issues.
Of course! Once you figure out the tension, it’s smooth sailing with this machine. I’ve literally had no issues with tension since the first few days of figuring it out haha
I bought my Juki (same number as yours) about 5 or 6 years ago and I am very happy. It replaced my 1970's Singer that I got new for HS graduation and being a long time sewer I already knew I didn't need a zigzag. I agree with everything you said. If I could change anything I would have the lever that lowers the needle also raise it to get more quilt layers past it and into the harp area. The bobbin is also chancy because you don't always get that satisfying click when you put it in and you have to check carefully. Putting on the walking foot is a struggle but I am getting better.
I didn't like the way the ruler foot worked, lots of thread shredding, so I bought another one. It doesn't seem like it was overly expensive but it doesn't work either. Turns out I need to painstakingly adjust the height of the foot each time so it will clear my lumpy quilts without being so high that it hits the thread. Lucky for me I don't care much for ruler quilting.
I can't compare the learning curve of this to any other because my experience is limited. I do remember crying as a young lady because I never thought I would be able to learn the machine. I am sure any machine will require patience for success. You are so correct that you can make a beautiful quilt of any size and quilt it on any machine with a little practice.
Yes! I love this! I agree, it would be nice if that button also raised the needle for adjustments. Thank you for sharing your thoughts 💖
I listen through headphones to music and interviews, addresses etc. while I sew. I was just listening to RUclips while free-motion quilting some quilt-as-you-go blocks on my Juki TL2010Q and your video appeared so I have been interested to follow your opinions on this wonderful machine - thank you. I have been using it for just on a year now. I love using the high speed! The foot pedal I have has the thread cutter incorporated with it too. I have found Juki Junkies' tutorials very helpful for extra advice. Your video is well put together. Many thanks.
Switch to a Topstitch 90/14 needle for Ruler Foot Quilting. The Topstitch needles have a larger eye - which alleviates the thread shredding/breaking problem. (I teach Ruler Foot Quilting at our local sewing machine center.)
Hi! I just found your video after researching various machines and your review was awesome; the best I found. I loved the points you made, and that you mentioned that it can quilt through layers of fabric (I'll be new to doing the actual quilting on my quilts), as well as sewing through denim hems and also integrating denim into memory quilts. These are exactly the types of things I want in a machine. I am about to order mine, thanks to the confidence your video gave me! My previous machine, that my mom bought for me in the early 90s, is a Bernina. It has been great through the decades, but it's time for a new addition. I'm going to be looking at other videos you post to help me learn how to use it when it comes. :) Thanks again!
Oh awesome! I’m so glad the video was helpful, and congrats on the new machine! You’re going to have SO much fun with it!!! 👏🏻💖
I am just about to purchase my Juki 2010Q !!!! Thank you for your awesome review!! It helped clinch the deal for me
Oh yay! So glad it helped! Have fun with your new machine!!!💖
This was exactly the video I needed. Thanks for being so thorough!
You're so welcome! Thank you for watching!
I have been looking at this machine and you have made my mind up. Thanks so much!
Awesome! You won't regret it! It's an awesome machine!
My first 2 machines were Brother. I upgraded to Singer 4 years ago.
About the same time I purchased my Tierra II because I felt that I needed a "quilting" machine.
I love my Juki TL2000Q. Wish it had the speed control like the TL2010 for FMQ. NEVER use the threader…can’t figure it out. 😅
I have a Brother sewing machine now. Before that i had a White sewing machine and Serger. They lasted me twenty plus years before I couldn't get them repaired anymore due to parts not being available. My Serger is a Juki. I have been sewing for forty plus years. If you take care of your machine, you can create beautiful quilts no matter the model. I recently found your channel and have been checking out your videos. You are fun to watch and listen to.
Thank you for watching! 💖💖
Thanks for the review very detailed. I have been looking at the Jukis for a while now. I'm actually between an industrial and one that comes with more feet as you mentioned adding can be expensive. Throat size, fmq, piecing are all important to me. I have owned a fancy janome combo machine did love it. I have a singer feather weight and an oversewn celine for zigzag, stiches etc. I already burned and replace a bobbin in that machine jammed with sewing a sequin costume but the customer service was very helpful and shipped me a new one and I installed it easily myself.
The Juki TL-2010Q is awesome for the whole quilt making process! And yes, feet can be pricey, but worth it if they make your machine even better! And that’s awesome about the Eversewn CS. I’ve heard great things about that company. I actually have their Sparrow X2 embroidery machine 🥰
I loved your video, it's very helpful if you are researching a new sewing machine. I bought the Juki 2000QI a couple of years ago. Now, I wish I had bought the 2010Q. At the time, I didn't think I would be FMQ but now I think I might want to try. I spoke with a lady at the quilt show in Branson and she assured me that once you get the hang of it you really don't need the speed controller. One thing that I don't think you mentioned was how heavy it is. It isn't a good travelling machine (although it travels better with my Tutto bag), Other than that, I LOVE my Juki. I wouldn't want any another machine.
Oh yeah, you're definitely right about the weight! It's a hefty machine! Thank you so much for watching!
❤❤❤❤❤❤ great review. I appreciate your honesty and the time you took to explain all the functions. Thank you!😊
Thank you so much! 💖🥰
Thank you so much for this review. I am looking at getting a new machine and I’m pretty settled on getting a Juki. I love that this machine is a workhorse and also like the big throat size. However, I would sure like a Juki that can do zigzag and buttonhole stitching, as I like to do appliqué. Can you tell me, what is the next step up from this Juki machine that hopefully will have the features mentioned above that I am wanting. Thanks so much again for your review and I also really liked your video on cleaning and oiling that your Juki.
Yes! I know what you mean! So my dream machine is the Juki Kirei HZL-NX7. Here is a link: shrsl.com/49ohx
It has a large throat space, lots of stitches (including zigzag and buttonhole options), and is a gorgeous, professional machine. It's not quite as fast as the TL-2010Q, but its a fantastic quilting machine.
Juki does make a couple of other machines that are closer in price to the TL-2010-Q, but the throat space isn't as large and the machines aren't as fast. I hope that helps! Thank you so much for your kind comment!!!
My suggestion is to get a used work horse for the other stitches, like a Bernina 817 or an older Singer. A machine that only does straight stitch (Juki 2010Q) forms a much nicer straight stitch.
Nice review. I have a Singer Quantum 9960, have had it for about 10 years. It's a great little machine. I haven't got the hang of free motion quilting on it yet, but I have a Husqvarna platinum mid arm. Took me 3years to pay that off, I will be never buy a machine that expensive again, just had to have a board replaced in it, took over month to get it back. I have been looking at my next machine, should one go out and the Junk TL-2010Q is high on my list.
I’ve heard good things about the Singer Quantum machine! 10 years is great! 👏🏻thank you for watching! 💖
I have PQ1500SL Brother semi industrial. I think it is Brothers twin of yours. I luv it. I wouldn't change anything but zig zag would be a plus. Great Video my quilter friend.
I have the Brother PQ1500S but change the lighting to LED so now it's an SL...I also added an LED strip as well mainly when I need extra light on dull/overcast/rainy days...can never have too much lighting. Have you thought about a Zigzag and/or Buttonholer Attachment? I bought a brand new/old stock Griest Buttonholer and the buttonholes are perfect, every time. I have a vintage zigzag attachment but it's low shank and I've been searching for a shank adapter at a reasonable price, but postage for such a small piece of metal is usually a ripoff, so I continue to search. Lastly, I bought industrial compensating feet (both left and right) and some tiny, split zipper feet in several lengths as these allow you to stitch in 'very' tight areas. These industrial feet on eBay from China, cost a few dollars although dealers sell them for huge prices and they are perfect for these straight stitcher machines. Counted the feet/attachments for the PQ1500 recently and there were 73!! That's my foot fetish!! LOL
Hope some of this helps straight stitch owners, Brother/Babylock/Juki/Janome/etc are basically the same machine, although the Janome doesn't have drop feed instead it has a coverplate for the needle plate (I prefer to have genuine 'drop feed' and the Brother PQ has 'pin feed' which is absolutely fabulous in preventing fabric creep specially when matching checks and other patterned fabric.
I have an expensive machine and this Juki and I also love it. I love my Pfaff too but this is a great simple hard working machine that can really work. I only wish it held a bigger bobbin.
That would be AMAZING!
That's a good point
I have had this machine since 2021. I have only had a few problems 1. the bobbin would not wind come to find out the bobbin was bents. how? who knows I realized all the bobbins that came with the machine must have been bent also. I had to buy more. So if your bobbin doesn't load chances are the bobbin is bent I throw them away as soon as they don't wind. I love your video I can't wait to see more on the free motion quilting...Thank you
Bent bobbins?! Ugh, sounds like a nightmare! I’m glad it was just the bobbins though instead of something with the actual machine! Thank you for stopping by! I’ll be working on a free motion quilting video this week! 💖👏🏻
We loved this video. It helped us decide which machine to buy.
I’m so glad it helped you! 👏🏻💖
I have the Juki tl 2020 pe and love it. Same machine just came with different color and more feet. Would appreciate a video on free motion quilting. Great Video. Thank you.
Awesome! I did do a tutorial on how to do a fun FMQ design you can check out here:
ruclips.net/video/NHWSuMfJxrw/видео.html
I am planning on doing many more tutorials like this so stay tuned! 💖🤓
thank you for that info. im a beginner on quilting and i plan to buy this type thank you
Oh wonderful! You won’t regret it. It’s a fantastic machine!
I am so looking forward to getting a straight-stitch only Juki. I have an expensive Bernina that I use for heirloom sewing, but I need a workhorse for the bulk of my sewing.
Yes! Oh my goodness you’re going to LOVE it! 🥰👏🏻
I have been looking at the Juki to buy and this has been sooo helpful! I am a beginner quilter and need a machine I can do the quilting myself!
Awesome! The Juki TL-2010Q is an excellent machine for quilting! I definitely love mine! 💖
Love your review. I have the Juki TL 2000 Q. I absolutely love it so much, I've also purchased a Juki serger. Also a winner! I am self taught and only been quilting for a little over a year. I have completed about 10 Quilts, ranging from baby to queen size. I am pleased with the outcome of most of them. My only frustration, is thread breaking or shredding during free motion quilting. I've been researching, and got a lot of pointers from JukiJunkies. This weekend, I plan to make several sample "sandwiches" so that i can practice. Hopefully, I will learn where my troubles lie 29:00 . I am determined to improve. I appreciate your videos and look forward to following your channel so that I can continue to learn.
Wow 10 quilts in a year is awesome! Juki Junkies is definitely a great resource! You’ll figure out your thread tension 👏🏻
Switch to a 90/14 Topstitch needle for FMQ. A Topstitch eye is bigger and will put a stop to the shredding/breaking. I learned thru lots of frustration and tears followed by tons of research. (I now teach FMQ and Ruler Foot Quilting at our local sewing machine center.)
FMQ thread breaking! #%*&##! All of the sudden after several quilts my thread is breaking. I’ve spent hours trying to fix it.. I have NOT changed the SIZE of the needle,.. I’ll try it. Thanks.
Have quilted on one similar for 14 years and agree. Never had problems with tension.
I have a Juki and love it too. I wish it had a buttonhole stitch for my appliqué. Feet are not a pricey as a Bernini, neither are the lights. I agree they need a better light. Please do show how you maintain the Juki. Love your videos
Here's a video I made on how to clean and oil the machine: ruclips.net/video/d-eRLbExKd8/видео.html
I love my Juki 2010. However, the threader is crap and needs to be improved. Thank you for your video.
I so appreciate your honest review and could not agree more with some RUclips reviews where it's all sponsored excetera. They show a new sewing machine every other month. I pass on those. Thank you. You make me want to get this machine
Thank you so much, Dianna 💖 it’s a fantastic machine!!
@@StitchObsessed can you cut thread using foot pedal?
Yes! That's a feature I totally forgot to mention. You can tilt your foot back on the foot pedal, and it cuts the thread. So handy!
@@StitchObsessed that's the clincher for me. I have the brother pq1500sl. I've had it for 8 years. I want to give this one toy daughter inlaw and I need a new machine
Very nice! Do you like that machine? I know it's quite similar to the Juki TL2010Q.
👍🔥 thank you for your honest review!! I have a $400 singer quantum stylist 9960 and love it. Admittedly im a little jealous tho 😉.
But my singer is my 3rd one and its about 5 years old. Ive made many quilts on it. It cannot handle super thicknesses tho. I also make clothes and its primo for that.
Thanks again!
That’s awesome! Before I had this machine I had a Singer Patchwork (which I still use for any appliqué work) and it works great! That’s how I learned how to quilt and made many quilts on it 💖 thank you for sharing your machine info!
I always suggest juki to new quilters. Don't own one and if I was to buy a new quilting machine I different would get one. But which one.and this helped me in one. Such a wide variety to choose from and look into. Thank you.
Thank you for watching!
I have a Brother and feel the same about it. Im looking forward to your free motion quilting. I dont do a lot but want to do more.
Awesome! FMQ is a lot of fun! 💖
Will get mine in 2 days can’t wait to try it.
Oooo yay!!! Congrats on the new machine! 👏🏻👏🏻
Yes, I would like for you to show us some of your quilting techniques. I have your same machine and love it…but recently started having tension problems. I have been trying to adjust it…better, but not good! I am working on threads, too. I have also been checking out Juki Junkies for ideas! I enjoyed your video!
Awesome! I’ve done a couple free motion quilting tutorials that you can find in my “Beginner Friendly Tutorials” on my channel! I’ll also be making many more in the coming months! Thanks for watching! 💖
I want to thank you for this vidio.. i am looking forward to learning!!! I have ordered my machine !! Should be here at the end of the week or the beginning of next week .. im sure i will have questions!!! Setting up the stitches, im sure I'm learning the rights and wrongs for that for sure..
Awesome! Congrats on the new machine!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
I have another question: Do you have a video that shows all the feet that you can use with this machine the LT 2010 Q?
Great Video! I'm hoping the come out with a version with zig zag. BTW, I've purchased a very expensive machine from Ebay. Got it for about half price and it was brand new in the box with no issues.
Fingers crossed for the zig zag edition! 🤞🏻🤓
Great review with lots of honest insight! Thank you so much for spending the time to create this video :)
Glad it was helpful! Thank you for stopping by!
I have a Brother 1500 straight stitch which is identical to the Juki except mine lacks speed control. Love it! I bought it second hand from FB marketplace. Came with a Grace quilting frame. There are good deals out there.
Oh that's awesome! How do you like the Grace quilting frame? I've thought about getting one for my Juki. 💖
Hi Miriam. Thank you for sharing this information.
Of course! I hope it was helpful, Zelda! 💖
always sew two pieces of fabric together. 😊. Great review
I just got a TL 2000 Qi . It’s so fast!!!! I’m going to look into getting a light strip.
Yay!!! Enjoy your new machine!!! And yes, a light strip will help A LOT with being able to see your workspace better! 💖
Hi. First of all, your video was very educational, thank you for making it. A few of my loved ones pitched in and bought a Juki TL 2000qi for me as my birthday. I am finding new things that make me love it all the time. However, I am having a few problems. I bought the free motion quilting foot and when I tried to use it, it broke a needle. I am a novice quilter and am hoping to get better because I truly enjoy it. I have no trouble doing the patchwork, it's the quilting that is giving me anxiety. Also, when I use the backstitch, it makes a mound. Any suggestions for solving my issues would be greatly appreciated. Thanks again
Hello! Wow, that's so awesome your family bought you a Juki! What a sweet gift! I was shocked when you said your FMQ foot broke a needle! That definitely should NOT happen. Is it a FMQ foot made specifically for the Juki TL series machines? The needle and foot shouldn't even be touching, so I don't understand how the foot could break the needle.
If you check out the RUclips channel "Juki Junkies" they have lots of videos on troubleshooting different issues. A mound when backstitching makes me think there is something off with your bobbin, but I'm not 100% certain of that. Sorry I can't be more helpful! Good luck on the adventure of quilting with your Juki, and thank you so much for watching my video!
I also own the Juki TL 2010Q sewing machine and I enjoyed your video and also purchased it as a used machine at Ebay and that's another story. Anyway the only problem I have had is the automatic needle threader which I have not been able to use at all. I was wondering if you have had problems with your machine's needle threader. Enjoyed your video ❤
I’ve literally never even tried it 😂🫣 I have heard that it can be tricky for some people though
Thanks for your nice feedback. I understand that you are really very talented in this subject, please give me another suggestion
I don't need a sewing machine design. I will sew vine leaf flowers and round designs using free motton.
So which sewing machine should be purchased for me at a low price
The Juki TL-2010Q is a fantastic choice for free motion quilting. You can control the speed and you have a great throat space. That's a big reason why I went with this machine.
@@StitchObsessedThis sewing machine is not available in our Bangladesh. So I have no idea about this sewing machine.
I want to buy a reconditioned sewing machine at low price can you help me.
@@nakshipolly5666 What size quilts or projects are you planning on working with? You can do free motion quilting on pretty much any domestic sewing machine, but if you plan on making larger quilts (larger than twin) you will probably need a sewing machine with a larger throat space (also called harp space.) The sewing machine brands I recommend are Juki, Janome, Singer, and Brother. You should be able to find a refurbished machine from one of these brands that you can use for your free motion! I'm happy to help if you have more questions!😊
@@StitchObsessed Thank you very much for the nice advice.
Although simple sewing machines are available in Bangladesh, sewing and quilting machines are not available. So I have no idea about this sewing machine.
I design round patterned leaf flowers with Nakshikantha pen.
And the women stitch the Nakshikantha with hand sewing with great difficulty. I think they need this type of sewing machine to sew vine leaf flowers like this.
I have watched many videos on RUclips channel so far. I love these two machines for my sewing needs.
janome hq stitch 710 and juki TL2010q but these machines are very expensive
I am a poor person and it is not possible for me to buy with so much money.
It is very good if a charitable person donates to poor helpless women. And if someone sells reconditioned on a low budget, I will buy it and give it to poor women. Can you help me on this matter? Happ
Hello Thank You for such a honest review on this juki 2010Q sewing machine. Thank you for reviewing the parts that came with the machine. I'm wondering if this machine comes with a quarter inch foot?, and a seam guide? And is it possible to order any open toe free motion foot?. I also would like to see a video on cleaning and oiling this machine if possible. Does this machine have a cone thread holder stand that attaches to the back side of the machine? I believe it does but I don't know for sure? Also could you go over which knob is the upper and lower tension dials and what are the general settings of these dials ? I'm definitely looking into buying this TL series sewing machine in the future but not quite yet I still need to save a little bit more money to buy one. This was a really good video and I appreciate your time you spent with the explanations and demonstrations.
Hello! Thank you for watching my review! So to answer your questions:
1. Yes, it comes with a 1/4” foot. It’s my most used foot!
2. No, I don’t believe it came with a seam guide, but I would check with the specific seller you are buying from. Sometimes companies include extras or bundles.
3. Yes. Juki makes an open toe FMQ foot, but you’ll have to purchase separately.
4. I actually already made a cleaning and oiling video you can watch here: How To Clean and Oil the Juki TL-2010Q!
ruclips.net/video/d-eRLbExKd8/видео.html
5. I’m not sure about a cone thread stand, but the machine did come with an attachment for the spool holders meant for thread cones.
6. I haven’t done a video yet about the tension controls, but I certainly can! Thank you for the suggestion!
I hope I answered all your questions and they made sense haha!
Really good video; if I could I’d run right out to buy this machine.
Thanks for advice on the juke. I think like you say it depends so much on the machine’s capabilities, and what your usage will be. If your using it a lot , and more for straight sewing , I think your right it’s Brest, but for fancy work and embroidery maybe pretty useless. Would you use it enough to have Two. What was the little white piece in your hair towards the bottom of your hair, I have been trying to work it out.
haha! That little white piece is actually a clear rubber band holding my braid in place 🥴
@@StitchObsessed hehe trust me to get it all wrong g. That’s for replying . Keep the good work up x
Great video! I’m thinking of getting this machine and have heard it’s difficult to thread and use the bobbin. I know that once you do thread and bobbin wind many times it will likely become 2nd nature but I’m wondering about how is it at the beginning of the learning curve?
I’ve also seen negative reviews about the automatic needle threader leading to people just giving up using it.
The instructions that come with the machine make threading and installing the bobbin super easy, plus there’s lots of tutorials online! 🤓as far as the automatic threader goes, I don’t have an opinion on it because I’ve actually never tried it lol 🫣 Juki junkies is a great channel to check out to learn how to use different Juki machines.
@@StitchObsessed Thanks!
Hi Miriam, I’d like to get your Juki. I’m going to trade in my Juki HZL D7, I’ve had for under a year. Way too many bells and whistles for me, and not enough room underneath to see, or to use my hands to grab thread etc. Question, when you use the thread cutter do you need to pull up the bobbin thread to prevent a birds nest from happening on the next pass? I always have to with my D7. And do you like the side bobbin load? Thanks, love your channel! Mardi💜
Hi Mardi! Goodness, so sorry it took me so long to reply! So I haven't had issues with having a bird's nest when cutting the thread. The TL2010Q is a powerhouse! I hope you like that!
After you use the thread cutter, does the thread nest at all when you start sewing again? Do you have to hold the ends of the thread when you start? I’d love to see the underside of the fabric to see what happens there. I have to always start sewing with a piece of leader fabric on my machine.
This machine is actually a lock stitch machine, meaning when you finish a seam the top and bobbin thread twist together forming a little “lock”. This isn’t as secure as backstitching, but it does hold the threads together great while piecing quilt blocks. No, you do not need to hold the threads when you start stitching. 👏🏻💖 I hope that helps! Let me know if you have any other questions!
Thank you so much for this review!
You’re so welcome! Thank you for watching! It’s a fantastic machine 💖
Thank you for sharing your video! I have a Juki TL18 Haruka and love it! I've been wanting to try quilting on it and you mentioned you use your Juki for quilting. Are there any tips you'd care to share with regarding to quilting on your Juki? If quilting straight-lines, you use your walking foot, right? If quilting straight lines, do you stitch down one way and then turn the quilt to come up in opposite direction, or does it matter?
Hello! I recently did a tutorial on how to make a microwaveable rice bag, and in that tutorial, I show how I like to do straight line quilting. Here is the link: ruclips.net/video/IwwKvkoz4Hk/видео.html
I’ve also done a few tutorials on free motion quilting with my Juki which you can find in this playlist: ruclips.net/p/PLISoQM_sp_XaUW49tspPwLbN2HwzSXWL1&si=XZRWjPWWe4GoiWEc
I hope these help! I’ll definitely be doing an in-depth tutorial on straight line quilting soon, so stay tuned for that! It’s a lot of fun to do and looks amazing on so many quilting projects!💖 let me know if you have any other questions!
I also have the TL-18 Haruka and teach FMQ and Ruler Foot Quilting. When FMQ and Ruler Foot Quilting, switch to a 90/14 Topstitch needle. The Topstitch needle has a bigger eye, which alleviates the thread shredding problem. Also, use your micro lifter. The TL-18 is the only TL machine that has the micro lifter. It raises the front of the foot a tiny bit, so it glides over the lumps and bumps of your seam intersections. I am so glad I have the micro lifter! Good luck!
@@debraewing2859thank you for the tips! Much appreciated!
Thanks for an excellent video and review.
Thank you so much for watching!
My Baby Lock Accomplish is comparable to this Juki and I love it. It is a workhorse - mechanical, high speed, takes any thread, no computer motherboards to replace, no expensive servicing after “xxx” number of stitches or other nonsense. I have never had a single problem with it. I have a Bernina, but my Baby Lock has been my go-to for years.
That’s awesome! I’ve heard nothing but good things about baby lock machines 💖 thank you for sharing your views!
I also have the Accomplish and love it. My only dislike is no speed control and I wish it had come with a Teflon foot…I have a knockoff and it works okay.
I still love my Bernina best, also have a Janome 1600p and a Babylock. The 1600p is more similar to the Juki.
Thank you for your review. I’ve been considering this machine for months now. You didn’t mention if your machine came with the knee lever lifter. I thought this model had that. Also, the foot controller allows the thread to be cut if it is on your model. I ask because I thought the 2010 came with these features. I would be interested if you were satisfied with those features too. I’m still on the fence about purchasing so trying to learn all I can.
Hello and thank you for your questions! Yes, the foot pedal does cut the thread if you tip your heel down. This is a SUPER helpful feature, and I completely forgot to include it!
As for the knee lever, I tried it once and didn’t really see the point of it. So I never use it, but yes, it did come with the machine too!
Thank you for your input.
No problem! If you have any other questions, I’m happy to help!
I’ve had my TL 2010Q for about a year and a half and I use the knee lever all the time. I actually miss the feature on my other machine that I take to Sit n Sew or have to use for different stitches.
I use the knee lifter all the time now (it took me a while to get used to it.) It frees my hands when doing FMQ so I can lift the foot without using my hands to use the presser foot lever. It also helps lift the foot really high when moving the quilt around in the throat space - againg without having to use your hands to use the lesser foot lever. A great feature!
It is a very nice juki my favourite one is juki I love it
Please make a cleaning video. I just ordered mine.thanks
I actually did make a cleaning video! You can watch it here: How To Clean and Oil the Juki TL-2010Q!
ruclips.net/video/d-eRLbExKd8/видео.html
My initial machine was from Amazon, with hello kitty on it. Full sized Juki on the inside just with hello kitty. $99.
How often do you oil your machine? A maintenance review would be good.
I actually made a maintenance video a few months ago! You can watch it here:
How To Clean and Oil the Juki TL-2010Q!
ruclips.net/video/d-eRLbExKd8/видео.html
I found a lot of the feet I wanted for my machine on Amazon, and they were good quality feet, at a better price.
Fantastic! Yeah, you can definitely find good deals on Amazon 👏🏻
I love this machine AND your green cabinet behind you!! Where did you get that?
Thanks! I got it from Amazon: amzn.to/3IaTCBz
It’s a great little cabinet that holds my fabrics and other crafting supplies 💖
I bought my Babylock TierraII off of eBay. Ive been using it over 4 years.
That’s awesome! You can find great deals on EBay!
I believe the thicker foot is for ruler work
Yes more videos. They will work for mine also.
I’m on it! 👏🏻
I love mine, and hope they don’t change the bobbin location, because, a rotary hoop makes the best stitch, a top loader, is ok, but does make a stitch as well as the rotary hook. All the old machine have rotary hooks.
I sew towels. It can get quite thick in areas and I was wondering if this would be able to handle that easily or should I look into a more industrial machine?
Oh yeah this machine can definitely handle sewing towel fabric. 👏🏻
This was an amazing review! I sooo agree with the thought that I wish Juki had a semi-industrial straight and zigzag ONLY machine. This really has such good quality but I still sew knits. I also hope they'll fix the light issue. Thank you again!
Thanks for watching! 💖
I think a sewist should buy as much machine as they can afford, so your advice is sound. I have owned a couple of high-dollar machines (brand name to remain anonymous) and the first one was great 20 yrs ago, but the new, high-end one was a HUGE mistake. Factory defacts, expensive repairs, etc. I LOVE my Juki and use it daily. It is a work horse!
Thank you for sharing your experience! 💖
I'm just looking to buy a new machine for quilting (I have always hand quilted before) I picked up a Grace home machine frame ill be using said machine on .. Question I know you lower the feed dogs for free motion but you said you straight line Quilt do you leave the feed dogs up when you straight line quilting
First of all, congrats on the new machine!! And I’m a little jealous of the Grace machine frame. Lol I’ve thought about getting one, but I just don’t have the space!
Anyways, to answer your question, yes I definitely leave my feed dogs up when straightline quilting. They help a lot with moving the quilt through the machine. I also like to use a walking foot if I’m working on a quilt. It works with the feed dogs and just makes it easier on my hands and arms when sewing for hours at a time. Good luck and have fun! Let me know if you have any other questions 💖
@@StitchObsessed thank you ..I hardly have room .. but it was used but new never used for $200. I made it fit ...lol using a frame would you still use the feed dogs ? I pulled the trigger this morning should have my Juki Tuesday
Hmm 🤔 that’s a good question! I’ve never quilted with a gram before. I would suggest testing it both ways and see which way works best for you.
And yay!!! Congrats on the machine purchase! I hope you love it!!!💖
@@cherylwhite654 I have a Juki 2000TL on a Grace frame. Keep the feed dogs down while quilting on a frame. The quilt doesn't move and the machine is moved across it while sewing. You don't want feed dogs pulling at the quilt.
Where did you find the template foot for FMQ? I have purchased a couple that haven’t worked. Thanks!
I purchased this one from Amazon: amzn.to/3RG4T2h
I hope that helps! Thank you for watching!
Does it have memory needle down feature whenever we pause sewing? i love that feature.
Yes it does! It’s SO nice! My previous machine didn’t have it so I didn’t know what I was missing till I got the Juki! 😂
Hello! I have a couple questions.
Is it easy to achieve a scant 1/4” seam allowance?
Does this machine make machine binding easier?
I’m new to quilting and these seem to be common problems I read about in the quilting community.
Thank you!
Yes, absolutely. The 1/4" foot that actually comes with this machine is a scant 1/4". I machine bind all of my quilts with this machine and it's very easy! I may be a little biased cuz I love my machine so much, but I truly believe this is the perfect machine for quilters! Especially if you want to quilt your own quilts!
@@StitchObsessed Thank you!
It's funny because I've seen where some sellers state they don't accept returns too. The fact is ebar requires all sellers accept returns. If you receive an item and it's not the color you want or maybe doesn't fit, then it's sellers discretion. If your item is different then discribed of pictured. The seller must take it back and cover return shipping cost.
Thank you!! Such a informative video!!
Thanks so much for watching! 💖
It is my favorite machine.
All in all, i like my Tl2000Qi but...I cannot stand the bobbin and where it is located. Filling a new bobbin can a pain and getting the case into the correct position from the side is just such a pain. Also changing the needle can be a challenge. The automatic threader is impossible. And last, oiling the bloody thing after every use is a pain. Never had to oil a machine before this one. That's my 5 cents worth.
I struggled with the auto needle threader too, and I felt let down at the beginning because I had a little difficulty adjusting from my JUKI computerised machine. To be honest I felt for the first two days the TL2010Q was very overrated. Luckily I really pushed through all the obstacles and now just love it. On the third day it all came together. The auto threader is really easy to use; once I set the tension that was it, I’ve never had to adjust it since and threading it has become a breeze. I hardly use my JUKI computerised machine now, even though it is an high end model because the experience of sewing on the semi industrial is so much better, very sturdy. Every time I use it I just want to hug it.
Careful with that oiling. I've killed my Qi with too much oil, just following the manual instructions. Company tech in Orlando said they over stressed the oiling message. Very little oil into those holes on top, maybe a couple times a month! Fried my circuit board and ruined my motor.
@@jeannem6723precisely
Thank U it's nice too hear really what other thinks using machines 😊
I wish I could oil my machine! If you can’t it’s like having a car that never gets an oil change!
How is the speed compared with industrial juki also can you control speed?
Yes, you can control the speed! There is a little lever on the front of the machine. Stitch speed ranges from 200-1500 stitches per minute. 💖 let me know if you any other questions and thank you for watching!
Just got this machine for bag making,,, how do I set it for heavier thread??
You’ll probably need to play around with the thread tension a bit. The manual that came with the machine should have instructions on how to adjust tension. 👍🏻
Someone said you need to buy a stitch regulator with this what's your opinion?
I don't see the need unless maybe you plan to use it in a frame for FMQ. It takes some practice and getting used to the speed of the machine, but you can really be your own stitch regulator! That's my opinion anyways! haha I enjoy the challenge!
😊thank you!!!!@@StitchObsessed
I have a janome hd3000. Sews beautiful. But, with the .5 (half amp.) Motor, it's very weak.
Nice, I have sweing mechine branded shufa
Interesting! I’ve never heard of that brand 🤓
I liked your video but I totally disagree with your statement in the beginning when you stated the Janome isn’t a workhorse of a machine like the Juki. I recently purchased the Janome HD9 straight stitch machine bc of its strength and durability plus the fact that it has a seperate bobbin motor so you can wind your bobbin while sewing, it also has a very large bobbin and sews thru many layers of different fabrics like the Juki and sews 1600 spm along with the two seperate threading systems, one for regular threads and the other for thicker threads. Not saying that the Janome is any better than the Juki, I just wanted to state that Janome DOES sell a workhorse of a machine called the HD9 except you’re right it does cost more than the Juki but that’s bc you get those 3 different features from the Juki bc the Juki I know sews 1500 spm which is fast as well but I appreciate the seperate bobbin motor on the Janome. I was indissisive about which machine to purchase until I learned about the seperate bobbin motor and the dual threading system. I love the Juki machines as well I own the Juki DX5 💞💞💞
Oops, I definitely wasn’t trying to imply that the other sewing machine companies do not make “workhorse” machines. I was just trying to make the point that the Juki TL series machines are known as a “workhorse” option, and the Juki TL-2010Q was the best option in my price range ☺️ Many companies make a comparable machine to the TL-2010Q, but they’re double the price, which is a bummer! I would LOVE to have that separate bobbin winder option like your Janome! Talk about a time saver! Thank you for your feedback and sharing your experience with the Janome HD9! 💖
@@StitchObsessed No problem I just had to stand up for my workhorse of a machine 🥰 yes it is a couple hundred dollars more but I was blessed to find the Janome on sale last Christmas for only $1499 so I had to jump on it 🎄🥰 I love the slimness of the Juki TL 2010Q bc the HD9 is huge! 😆 And of course with the fast sewing machine I had to purchase a table where it wouldn’t vibrate with the machine 😜 and that was an added expense yet overall I’m well pleased with my purchase as you are. Merry Christmas and keep those great videos coming! 😍🎄💯💞
What machine do u use for zigzag???
I have a Singer Patchwork machine I got when I was a beginner 🤓
Is that a compensating foot?
I don’t believe so. I don’t have a compensating foot (as far as I know) 😂
I have the same machine and love it! It's strange to say, but I love the sound of it. I watch a lot of videos, and when I hear the machines they are using, it makes me cringe. I couldn't listen to that clatter for very long. My Juki just hums.
I agree! Haha whenever I use my Singer machine for a zigzag stitch, it shocks me how awful it sounds 😂😂
@@StitchObsessed , the baby pick machines they use on Missouri Star videos drive me insane. I have to mute the sound. I'm very sensitive to sound anyway, but the way those machines clatter make me think they are very poor quality machines. Ours are like a well built Mercedes.
Baby lock, no idea why it changed it.
@@StitchObsessed , oh, and I got an adapter to use presser feet from my low shank brother machine on my Juki. I can use the zipper foot. It works great.
The TL2010Q is considered a quilting machine. I have had mine for 10 yrs now. I am glad I bought this machine, I love it.
It’s a great machine! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻