Great explanation! I have a Juki dnu 1541 which I use for stitching through suede leather, duck canvas, and webbing. They are wonderful machines and it definitely has made my life so much easier.
I have a teacher model Singer and a Brothers Embroidery machine. I use both although they will do twenty or more stitches and I use them to sew blue jeans and mend clothing. I do leather work on the Singer.
Evelyn, very informative video! Do you think this machine would be a good choice for someone that likes to make plushies/stuffed-animals? My wife’s home sewing machine always seems to struggle when it has to go through 4 layers of fleece.
If you're interested in getting a 'replacement' machine to the domestic then look into a Bernina 950. Its got the abilities of a domestic with industrial power and reliability. the only problem is it is only available second hand.
Very good intro to industrial machines video. I would add a few points: 1. Industrial machines are designed to be setup for an operation and infrequently changed. As you note in manufacturing you'd have a bunch of machines and each one does a task. This means that most (not all) are pretty hard to set up. What do I mean by that? If you have a high end home machine you set a dial or buttons or something and the machine does that task. Want to go from a 2mm stitch to a 4mm stitch easy as a setting knob. Industrial machines are not straight forward like that. Many of them don't have indexed stitch lengths (older/simpler models) and if you are really unlucky the reverse stitch length is independent the forward stitch length. The more automated the machine like yours becomes the more complex setup is in it's computer. 2. Industrial machines assume that you have a tech that maintains them. They don't like to sit unused, they'd rather be working day and night. They also require regular inspection and tune ups. Just like your car requires visits to the mechanic. Your industrial machine wants to be cleaned, oiled and inspected. The older the machine the more you have to know to do these things. If you want to use an industrial sewing machine you should also want to become very acquainted with maintaining it. Home machines are maintenance free, well mostly. 3. Industrial machines are not built with home hobby sewers in mind. As you point out you went to school for this. Most home hobbyists didn't and wont. The industrial machine assumes you have a whole support system behind it. They also assume you know what your doing form day one. My Pfaff 1222E manual will practically teach you how to sew. It has examples and pictures and even some projects to help you learn to use it. Industrial machines you will get some thin explanations and lots of exploded diagrams. Don't try to learn to sew on an industrial machine unless you have help or are very patient. 4. Industrial machines are very very fun to own and tinker with. If you want a fancy computer controlled servo and your old machine doesn't have one. Most of the time for a few hundred dollars and some effort you can change out the clutched motor for a servo motor. If you have a walking foot machine and you don't want it to walk, well that is just some wrench and screw driver work away. You can tune an industrial machine to do exactly what you want it to do. They are awesome in that respect.
Industrials are great! My introduction to industrial sewing machines came while studying costume design in the mid 1970's. There were several in the costume shop, all between 5 to 50 years old. They all stitched really really fast. Quite soon I learned to love them. I had really learned to sew on a Singer 99 treadle that was rescued from a trash pile. It's drawers were full of mysterious attachments; a mechanical contraption that made ruffles and something that pierced fabric that took me ages to figure out. Naturally, there was no instruction manual. When I struck out on my own my sewing machine collection included my old treadle, my mothers pilfered Singer 216G, and an industrial, a gorgeous 31-15. This one was electric, a dawn of the electric age wonder. Twisted cloth wire, rotary power switch. It could sew right through a finger, and did once. I used all of the machines. Long seems meant the industrial. The 216G made beautiful button holes, with the Singer buttonhole attachment. The zig-zag feature was also fantastic. I really liked the 31-15 as it was intended for tailors, so it handled theatrical costuming with ease. Really, owning an industrial is all about figuring out what type of sewing you want it to do, than matching the machine to your needs. And budget.
HAH! Keith back in 1992 at a rummage sale in town, for TEN DOLLARS I bought a "Singer 201" that was basically the "99" Revamped for electric and has a Gear Driven Motor and a Top "Drop In" bobbin. Singer made it Portable and was intended for "Military Use" because it is a VERY Heavy Duty Machine! I can pound through Heavy Fabrics and Boot Leather with ease! I've had to have it "Tuned" a few times... But it STILL WORKS AWESOMELY!!! The "201" was designed to handle fixing Tents, Uniforms and OTHER "Heavy Duty" projects! But ALSO made to be Portable for use in the field and at one time, EVERY Military Unit in the US From the Regular Armed forces to the Reserves, and even some "Scout" groups! Singer made it from the late 30's to the mid-60's and are still available if you care to find one! It is a VERY BASIC Machine! It's made to got "Forward and Backwards" and that's IT! But if you REALLY WANT Something Heavy Duty and want it Portable... the "201" is the BEAST to GET! :D Joe
HI, engineer here. Clutch vs Servo basically boils down to this: Clutch motor, the electric motor is always running and the foot pedal just engages the clutch the transfer motor power to the machine. It's exactly like the clutch in a manual shift car. A servo motor is pretty sophisticated and allows for smart control circuitry. The servo only draws power when needed AND the electronics inside it know the exact position of the motor. As a result, a servo can very precisely do things like advance two stitches or backstitch 3 stitches even at its full load (say heavy thread in leather). A clutch will not offer that kind of precision, especially at higher loads. Servo motors run off DC electricity, so they must have some kind of rectifier on board to convert the AC wall current to DC wall current. A clutch motor, by contrast, is an induction motor and runs natively on the AC coming out of the wall receptacle.
Beat me to it... I was gonna step in and explain. But, you've done a might fine job of that already. Folks may be wondering as to why the difference. Back before electronics, everything was either on at full power or off. Engineering wise, it's extremely difficult, expensive, and complicated to design something that does multiple speed and power settings. In a clutch set up, the old "electronics" are just sophisticated enough to keep the motor running at full power all the time. A mechanical clutch engages and disengages at the operator's discretion to pull power off that spinning motor and transfer it to the task-at-hand -- the actual sewing process. Servo, stepper, VFD (variable frequency drive), etc., motors have complex electronic control circuitry which modulates and/or massages the power going to the motor so it can be controlled in a more direct fashion. Clear as mud?
Oh very cool. I have no use for an industrial sewing machine in my own life at the moment, but I love learning about machines and how they work, so thank you for sharing!
I just received my new Singer machine which will be used primarily for hobbycraft and repairing clothing and I now have to buy the accessories needed to operate it. I am an amateur and will be using it as a hobby primarily.
I've been sewing for 34 years, 13 of which have been in business. I went to look at industrial machines today, which now I can't believe it has taken me this long. This has been the most helpful video I've seen so far. I appreciate the information.
I do not have an industrial machine nor do I plan on getting one, however I have always been curious about them and I really enjoyed learning the in's and outs of your machine. Thanks.
And they are so much fun to use! Seems I never have enough serger projects to use it more. It can give you a clean edge finish in clothing and draperies but also things like napkins and cotton clean cloths.
Thank you SO much for this video! I manage a leather supply store that sells leather specific sewing machines and you answered a ton of questions that I get asked frequently. A lot of people assume that industrial automatically equals heavy duty so thank you for giving such clear distinctions!!
This is by far the best video I have seen explaining all of these commonly asked questions! We upgraded almost all of our production machines to auto or semi auto and they paid for themselves in labor savings within just a few months, by far the best investment I have made
I bought a new industrial sewing machine a year ago. Best decision I ever made. My machine is direct drive, some computerized functions, like back tac, speed, slow start but not thread cutting. I sew garments but have also set it up for free motion quilting on occasion. Thank you for your video, I am sure it will help many people who are on the fence about getting an industrial machine.
Hi Chris. I quilt too and have held off buying another sewing machine as I wanted a workhorse. Do you mind sharing what machine you bought? Does it do pretty well with free motion quilting? I would think that would be a game changer.
Thanks for the lesson on industrial machines! As I've learned in home remodeling, your tools make a difference. However, my projects, whether sewing or remodeling, are leisurely, and for me that makes them enjoyable. I will be sticking with my home machine and my hand sewing, but Wow! to all of you who whiz through your projects and make them look easy!
I love this video. You are so right. I thought an industrial would replace a domestic machine. You saved me from a huge unnecessary expense. Since I sew only for myself and family, I don't need the extra speed. Thank you, thank you, thank you....
Thank you very much, good to know that not all industrial machines are intended for "heavy duty" applications as well as a thump "test" to give an indication of when a machine is near its limits.
Thank you Evelyn. This was impeccable timing! I am looking at getting an industrial machine after my domestic machine having a moment a bit over a week ago while I was trying to get a stack of sewing done for an event my business was attending. I need something to keep up with the workload and this has convinced me that it would be not only a time and money saver but also sanity saver! 😊
Hooray! You gave us this video on your new Juki so quickly. Thank you. Learned a lot. To view your videos is always a pleasure, rather like inviting a good friend over for tea.
I have a Juki TL98 Perfection which is a semi industrial straight stitch machine. I LOVE IT! It hums ever so gently, sews like a dream and the tension is faultless. I also have a Juki overlock MO 1000 with air threading which means that I actually use it because threading is no longer an issue.
Evelyn Wood I love my Juki, and have an M0 1000 as well. Would’nt trade it for any other. The air threader is amazing. PS: I love the top you are wearing in the video, and the fit! If you made it, are you able to share the pattern #?
I've been wanting an industrial machine for years since using a friend of mine's Juki. I've been doing my research and I plan on purchasing one in the next day or so. Thank you for your great information and your great attitude. Sometimes the way you are makes me smile and occasionally makes my day. Be safe!
Safety is important. When changing the needle or foot on the machine best to turn it off and take your foot off the petal. If you don't wear glasses, consider wearing safety glasses. Also a good mechanic is your best friend 👍❤🇨🇦
When I took my sewing course at the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering (CFSATE), we were taught to unplug our machines before any maintenance. I also took their Juki Sewing Machine Repair course. Now that I’m out of the military, I’d very much like to have my own Juki sewing machine. I could make tonnes of money just sewing up webbing into tow straps. I refuse to make masks.
@@pelosishammer wow cool. Taking you foot off the petal and turning off the machine when changing needle or foot, adjusting fabric( basically if your hands are near the needle) Unplugging is more serious...hopefully you get a good one. Thank you for your service 👍🍁
I have the JUKI TL 2010Q a semi industrial machine and I love it. It even came with the quilt foot attachment so i am able to quilt on it when needed. You were very thorough on your explanation of the Industrial machines. Very informative video.
Okay, I thought it was weird that industrial machines don't disengage the needle when winding bobbins like home machines do. But the idea of constantly winding a bobbin as you sew makes so much sense. Since you wind at the same rate as you deplete the one you're using, the new one fills up at the same time as the old one empties. Brilliant.
You are a breath of fresh air in the RUclips video world. You are well prepared, organized, concise, stick to the topic, knowledgable, no umms or ahhs and you don't waste my time. Your video speaks to me. In my RUclips experience you are a rare and desired breed. I have subscribed! Thank you
I bought a Juki TL 2000 Qi for learning to free motion quilt and get my quilt tops done. The absolute best purchase ever. Definitely worth overcoming fears of going outside my comfort zone!
I have a Juki 8700 industrial machine. Absolutely love it. I design and make quilts and other items that require straight line sewing. This machine is amazing for getting that done.
Great video Evelyn! I have a very old Singer 20U which, while old and rattly, still functions well and also.... does straight stitch and zig zag! It needs a service and doesn't have the sexy functions like heel off or needle down, but it is easy to control the speed, so fast or slow is fine. I have recently started fashion college (after 50 plus years of sewing) so am enjoying using the fab machines there. So quiet and smooth. I'll stick with my grande dame machine for now (and my Janome Skyline S7), but will eventually look for a 2nd hand Juki at some point. I sew as a hobby but want to move it to business level through markets and then who knows where. I love your business model and only wish I had had the chutzpah to do what you're doing 20 years ago. Such is life 😎😏👗🛍💖
Aww thankyou!! 😙 And I wish I'd started earlier too! So, there's no time like RIGHT NOW! So I hope you do go after your dream of turning it into a bussiness!! If you ever have any questions just msg me! X
I love vintage machines. I have a whole collection of around 10 or 12 vintage domestics, from 1909 to1969. But that venerable and versatile Singer 20u is definitely on my "want" list!! I'd pair it with a swanky new Servo.
I've always been curious about industrial machines, not that I ever wanted one, I don't. But thank you so much for showing us yours! I sew for the enjoyment of it and have a large domestic machine with all those lovely functions too - a very large throat space, the back-tac and cut, an auto foot lift, long stitches for basting, etc. Obviously it isn't as fast or built to last as long as an industrial unit, but It's perfect for me and as I think you said (perhaps in different words) one needs a machine that meet one's own needs. Buying an expensive machine with lots of "bells & whistles" just for the sake of having it makes no sense, particularly if one ends up not using it as intended. I LOVE sewing all kinds of different things, from quilts to handbags, to microwave bowl cozies and clothing. I'd probably go into withdrawal if I couldn't sew!!! Your videos are delightful.
Hi, I have industrial sewing machine, I love it, and I adjust it for heavy fabric, and delicate! just changing needles , feet presser, and tread presser. almost 6 years, and all it super fine! love love love it!
I have an older Juki industrial machine(servo motor)that I use for straight stitching on dressmaking fabric and for quilting pieces together. I love using it, everything goes so much faster. I would love to get the 9000B, so maybe in the future. Thanks for showing us your machines.
I recently got an industrial for heavy duty materials and leather, a Juki triple feed DNU-1541S. I plan to use it for upholstery, bags, belts, dog collars and leashes. So far I used it for belts and multiple layers of heavy denim on a binding. I recently got a 1952 Singer 201-2 for straight stitching. It sews beautifully!! I have a Brother Quattro domestic sewing/embroidery machine for anything fancy. I also have a Brother serger and Juki coverstitch. I plan to get a vintage Singer 301a portable to round out my collection. I'm loving the vintage Singers!! I use all of my machines and each for a different purpose.
I just got the pq1500sl for Christmas. It's a domestic but it's a profession straight stitch with some pretty nice features. Does 1500 stitches a minute. It has an auto needle threader, and thread cutter and it stops in needle down unless you tell it not to. It's amazing and mostly steel parts. Made by brother
I’m considering an industrial machine & stumbled on your video.... I loved it! Your video was awesome. So informative. I was going into it blind and you really opened my eyes. I’m going to look at an older industrial Juki I found for sale and now I will know so much more to look for. Thank you so much. :)
Thanks! First visit for me. I doubt I need an industrial sewing machine but you cleared up some questions I had. The Juki looks good. There are some manual machines with manual oiling that are a bit cheaper. If I get one, it would be to sew leather for various projects. Love your 'period' look and makeup.
I had Juki 9000SS and it’s amazing. I bought a lot of accessories for hem finishing with different size. Like double folds, bias binding , and different presser foot. Now I bought another one juki 391N lockstich,zigzag and embroidery. I think I can use it properly. My goal is to lean machine embroidery Manually. So far I have 2 industrial machine with my very small space. The reason I found it’s totally different with domestic machines.I also have collections of antique sewing machines.
Great video explaining industrial machines. I use a Juki 8700 H, a heavy duty version for denim, canvas and webbing. I can switch feed dogs and needle plate and do silk also. It is the slower version and only does four thousand stitches a minute instead of six thousand. I have several older mechanical Singers, and my favorite is a 92 year old model 99, So .... you have to decide what you are going to sew before you select a machine. I have different machines for different purposes. Oh, and I have one overlock machine. Your videos has been extremely helpful as I learn to do sewing for my wife.
I never knew the difference between the two motors! Thank-you! It’s amazing how many videos I’ve watched and no one has ever mentioned it, LOL! I wish there were more videos of industrial machine users. This was the most useful one I’ve seen. I have an old Industrial Singer 31-15 from 1939. I have been searching for a video where someone, somewhere-cleans, oils, sets up and uses it so I can follow along......still waiting. I still loved this video of a modern industrial and learned several things. Thank-you!
I am still using my Industrial Juki DDL 227 straight sewer that I bought 40 years ago 2nd hand. It still sews as well as it did when I bought it. A small tip for anyone buying industrial machine for the first time - pop a piece of foam rubber under the go pedal until you get used to the speed if it doesn't have that fancy speed control feature.
Hello Evelyn, I got a used Industrial 9000D sewing machine this week. I purchased it from a factory that had a location to close and they were selling those machines. I have not used it yet as I have some wiring issues to take care in my sewing room to accommodate the industrial machine. It also has the automatic features of tacks at beginning and ending of seams as will as cutting the thread. I can't wait to use it! I love your videos, keep up the great work!!! Donna in North Carolina, USA
Hi Evelyn! Great presentation, I really learned a lot. I had a feeling that industrial sewing machines were simply magical! Wow, thank you for educating me. Happy stitching!✂️🧵✂️
I have a 2nd hand 30 yr old Singer 591 single needle lockstitch industrial machine and I absolutely love sewing with it. I finished a quilt in two days! I recently have been mass producing face masks and there is no way I would have done it with my domestic machine. I originally bought it to make dog collars, but use it for everything. I recently bought a 2nd hand industrial walking foot machine but have not used it yet. I have a domestic serger for finishing raw edges. Thank you for sharing.
My dear Evelyn, with this tutorial I understood that I don't need an industrial sewing machine. I was ready to purchase an industrial machine, but I watched this video, and I realize that I don't have the room for one, neither I need it. I saved a lot of money and pain. Thank you very much!
I loved your smile the whole time you where explaining and showing everything about your new machine! I can tell that you are really passionate about sewing and it makes me excited!
I was introduced to industrial sewing machines ten years ago at work in an industrial laundry. After seeing how smoothly and quietly they ran in the sewing room there, I was intrigued. About a year ago, I started working in that sewing room having not sewn on a machine since home economics class in middle school. Turns out, I'm pretty good at it! Using an industrial five thread overlock for the first time was especially entertaining! They seemed so complex, I was curious to know how they worked. Fast forward a few months and I bought my own 40 year old Juki five thread, 70 year old Merrow three thread, and a Pfaff 461 from 1962. Being mechanically inclined, I've now rebuilt four industrial sewing machines, all of mine included. The sewing room ladies are quite envious that I get to use industrial machines at home! And knee lifts! Yes! I can't use a domestic sewing machine without going for the knee lift and realising that it isn't there! I don't know how people can live without them!
A couple of years ago I bought one used, tried it many times but it was just too fast! It was a straight and zigzag stitch Singer.... I sold it last year and I bought a domestic Singer heavy duty and I love it! TFS, you can tell you are so happy!
Evelyn I bought one today because of you. Your words were the decider. I picked it up an hour ago and I’m resting to go . I got the DDL 8700 yippeeee 🥳thank you x
I just got into sewing and I still have a lot to learn, but in the future I might get an industrial machine so that I can really get into the sewing business. Thank you for all the information you provided.
I have a custom leather shop and own 3 Industrial sewing machines...an Adler 205 (a giant of a machine), a Pfaff 145 walking foot and a Necchi BV straight stitcher. I have changed out the clutch motor on my Pfaff to a Servo. Doing that has made it easier to control the speed and cut down on the noise. The Adler and Necchi still are run with the clutch motors. I am in the midst of changing out the clutch motor on my Industrial skiving machine to a servo motor to both slow it down and make it easier on the ears! Love those servo motors! I have seen those computerized industrials like you have and the features look amazing! :)
I have used an industrial machine once and yes they are fast for me I I will be sticking to my normal sewing machines mine have sentimental value to them so I could never replace them . If I could afford and have a place to put one I probably would invest in one but my machines are here to stay .
The Juki straight stitch machine and also the over lock machine I ran for over 10 years for Sealy mattress. Some people didn’t know how to thread up the overlock so I was usually called to do that. I also ran the machine a lot. The straight stitch machine was a great machine to run also. On our machines we stood to sew all day. I also worked in furniture factories before that running juki and consew model machines mainly. The best industrial sewing machine you can buy by far is the consew 206 it’s a triple walking foot it can sew leather, sometimes even brand new you can find it for $1500.
Thanks a lot for this information. Yes, it is a must to get several industrial machines. My mother used to have an older industrial straight stitch and a heavy duty for leather. Since we are starting a business sewing a myriad of items, it is necessary to have the proper equipment.The one you are showing is what we need plus a heavy duty. Since you have shown this video, I don't have to search around but can see what this one does.
Thank you so much for this video. I would love one of these machines in my fantasy sewing room. Haha. It's something I'm always on the lookout for when I thrift shop. Old machines and patterns.
Hi im helen and i must tell u i appreciate everything u do. You bring so much light amd info as well as educate us. Thank u thank u, thank u Blessings to you in more ways than u can count Helen
I’m a Bernina girl. The quality is fantastic as is the range of features. I definitely understand the appeal of something g like your new Juki and if there were no Berninas I would consider one
It’s something I would love, simply because I sew jeans weight fabric as well as light fabric like silk. But I’ve already invested serious money in my Babylock Evolution overlocker/coverstitch machine and my Brother Dreamweaver. I have to change my throat plate for straight stitching on delicate fabrics. My Brother also does auto backtrack and thread cutting and has a knee lift. It has a huge throat area and an large attachable table. I love it. Thanks so much for showing us your new Juki. That brand also seems to be a popular domestic machine.
I have a Tacsew t-111-155 industrial straight stitch that is made for canvas, leather, and very thick fabrics. Purchased second hand barely used for $400.00 with table, head, bobbins, needles and oil. Guy was moving cross country and needed to get rid of it asap. I got a great deal and this puppy means business when you floor it with the servo motor.
Thank you for the info. I've been debating about these machines. I went to a sewing expo & there were so many to try out it was just amazing. Thanks for your videos!
I’m insanely jealous! I miss my old sample room job and the access it gave me to industrial machines- everything at my fingertips, as well as industrial steam irons and the heat press for iron on interfacing.
Oh yeah! I often used to take my own ironing pile into work (to do after hours, obviously!)... not to mention things that needed tricky alterations. It was wonderful.
Difficulty I have in choosing an industrial is wanting to have one for Fabric and one for heavy duty but no space for either. So for now I use my vintage and modern machines as best I can. Purely, I hasten to add for my own pleasure and not commercially.
Dear Evelyn, I very much enjoyed this video. I have always enjoyed one machine at one time. I love to sew but do not sew very much anymore. I started when I was in jr high (many, many moons ago) and taking home ec class. I enjoy your videos very much. Thank you for sharing and God bless you❣️
I finally pulled the trigger and purchased the Juki-9000C-SMS. I cannot wait to recieve it. it's coming g next week. I had to m one a few tannin gs out to make room for the new machine. I'm so excited!!!!!
I aspire to be a wedding dress designer and at the moment my Bernina 1030 is sufficient for the corsets and dresses I want and going to make. It may in the future only lack speed and throat space. I liked the video and all the automatic functions. I think I will need AND want definitely an industrial sewing machine in the future. Luckily I have a sewing machine shop in my small city who also sells second hand industrials. I cannot wait to shop there when the time is right😍
Charlotte here. I have a cast iron Juki Baby Lock that does the overcast stitching. It cuts fabric as you sew. I love the machine. It is portable and not attached to a table. It might be old but it is a jewel. Debating about buying another similar machine to replace it. The sergers make clothes look so much more finished and professional.
Hi, Evelyn! I actually went down the middle with my sewing machine upgrade! I went with a “semi-professional” straight sewer, the Juki TL-18QVP (which is the quilting version of the TL-2010Q). I mostly do patchwork piecing and quilting, with some occasional garment sewing and mending, so I wanted the industrial speed and quality, but without the same investment in space and money. It’s supposed to arrive tomorrow, and I’m so excited!
I know this is an old video but thank you, Evelyn, for this informative video, just what I've bee looking for in my research. I am thinking of you as you are going through this tough fight ... warm and healing thoughts your way.
Thank you for another great upload! Very informative. I have a beautiful old Singer that my grandmother used all the time. It still works like a charm. It can sew through anything, I mean anything, never hesitating. I'm guessing it's like a very old semi industrial? It only has straight stitch, weighs a ton and it used to be built in a table. Then I have a bunch of other machines too, ofcourse. A Singer patchwork, a Bernina record 930, a Janome cover pro 1000, Janome MyLock 204D and my Bernina 1100D over locker. I love all my machines, they are all great and such a mindblowing invention.
I hawe a few similar machines, Husquvarna and later Singer models are pretty similar (wery earlyer Singer hawe a weaker lever construction) You can use them for double layer canvas, thin leather, etc, but they are not built as leater sewing machines or for heavy canvas in many layers. (but i hawe tried three layer of old army canvas and it worked but the machine had to work, older motors, if it's motorconverted in the 50 or 60s can not realy handle that, but if it's still handcranked it can) My father hawe a real leatherworking machine, a wery old, handcraked Saddle makers model, after grandfather, its' i think twice or three time bigger even compared to those machines i think You talk about here, but it's for things like sadle lining leather padding, raw hide, etc. Wich realy do strech the limit of all existing machines, and i hawe to use a pretty heavy hammer to doing those jobs by hand... So i think Your machine will do, use some good quality paraffin additive sewingmachine oil in the beginning if the old crusted oil need to be softenen up before using, then You can swith ower to regular light spindle oil or normal sewingmachine oil. Also clean of old dust if it has pstacked up in the layers and levers, it wil make a huge differense when You run the machine, kinda messy job, but worth it and it's one time job if Ypu doing it properly.
Hi, Evelyn. Thanks so much for this video. I’ve been wavering back and forth for a while now about whether to go industrial or not, and you have decided me. I simply don’t have the space for an industrial machine; especially not if I’d still need to keep my domestic machine as well for all the incidental non-straight-stitch jobs. So when I upgrade my old Janome this year, I’ll be getting one of Juki’s domestic machines. All the fancy back-tacky, thread-cutty, knee-lifty goodness of the industrial machine, PLUS zig-zag, buttonhole, and the other benefits of a domestic machine, in one (somewhat) portable package. CAN’T WAIT!
Awesome presentation. You have answered all my questions in my mind. I love industrial sewing machine but was hesitating because I have a high end domestic sewing machine already. But now I won't hesitate. Thank you Beautiful Lady.
What a lovely machine! I have just bought a Brother machine and love it. But I'm still keeping my Bernina 1230 (nearly 30 years old!) - have put her in for a service.
Hello, so good of you to let folks know about what industrial machines are and what they can do. I just left a job late last summer repairing horse blankets. I used a much older industrial machine and I got so used to it that using my home machine is hard now, LOL! At 72 I can't justify the cost of an industrial but I sure love them. You Take Care.
I love sewing machines..this was awesome. I have had an eye out for a good machine and while I do not have the money nor the place, I hope to get one day. but I also must have a need for them
This may be inappropriate, but lord, you are absolutely beautiful (yes the accent too - being from the US). As an engineer learning how to use industrial sewing machines for larger-volume sewing, your videos are most helpful, thank you!
I have Berninas which are fabulous. I did have a bad experience with their top of the range over- and covetlock machine. I wasted many hours andcthread trying to get the damn thing to work. I finally gave up and bought a Baby Lock over- and coverstitch machine. Works like a dream
HI Evelyn ! At first excuse my bad english, thank you for this video it's very kind of you to explain, not only how it works but also who need an industriel machine! i'm thinking a lot about that , i'm a sew, i've create my little business about two years ago , i sew for my customer all they want , made on measures, i give sewing lessons, and i dress all my family, i've many domestical sewing machine (toyota for leathers, brother innovis for embroidery, an high tech bernina very expenseive (whose's never work!!!) ) an overlock( babylock enleigthen) and a brother coverstich ... it's seems ok but i'ts not....because even if the bernina sew 1250 pts/min sometime im about to sleep!!! i need a faster one! Then, you helped to choose , and being sure ! i'd like to say, waouhhhh! you're incredible , you're juste like snow white !!! i love retro , burlesque, my favorite one is steampunk.... this is what i created...when someone ask me for , for shows, for weddings, for medieval festivals.... of course, this year ... i've dont made a lot of costumes.... but, i filled my business activity with student by visio, and for luck, it's work! thank you for this vidéo , to shorten it , i've to choose the juki 7000b or the kingtex8520M ;;;; I'll say what one i've prefer ... have a nice week end! best regards!
I have 2 Juki machines. I love them. I'm a quilter so use them for free motion quilting. But I also use them to make garments. I also have my mother in law's old Kenmore. It too is nice. I have been binge watching your videos as i've started making clothes again! They have been great refreshers! Thank you!
I am very interested in this machine. I love the automated features. When I first began sewing, I was afraid of the speed from industrial machines but now I'm looking forward to it.
Oh wow that was so helpful, I'm glad I found this. I do a bit of sewing and love to make my own outfits. I have a Singer Heavy Duty but it's really still a domestic machine and I have been wishing I could one day get something that would handle those thick fabrics and difficult areas a bit easier... I've even dreamed of getting something that would do leather, but it was so helpful to know about the variations and specific purposes for the various industrial machines. Thankyou...
Thank you for this delightful explainer! I have a true weakness for the simple and meticulously overbuilt, and this really helped me understand how this equipment fits into things. Subscribed :)
I have a Pfaff 1245 industrial that is new & i have a Pfaff varimatic 6091. I'm a beginner at all this & hope i will finally learn & get comfortable at stitching on both machines. Today i was finally going to practice on the industrial,looked & the reservoir that holds the oil is all out & I don't have any. I believe the machine is leaking on the floor more than the normal. So I guess i won't be practicing a spider web stitch design on leather today. I will most likely be using my industrial machine for leather goods & upholstery in the future,my smaller machine for denim. I'll probably alter clothes i have saved up over the years. So glad that there is RUclips to look up anything you need to know or learn. I'm sure i will own many more machines in the future.
I,m glad that you mentioned that the "Industrial machine" label does not mean it can sew leather for example. I have tried a Sailrite clone from Ebay, a Janome HD3000 (as marketed by Tandy leather) and eventually just bit the bullet and purchased a Cobra class 3. It can handle vegtan leather without missing a beat. Such machines do come with a learning curve and are expensive, but can handle the job.
Thanks for sharing. It was a very informative and useful discussion. I love your automatic Juki for the fixtures you'd showed to us, and I do agree that we all may not need to own an industrial machine. However, and considering that there are industrial machines of all prices, having one, will ensure a better quality of straight stitches and top stitches, even when the fabric is thick. Considerations for space is a "most". Some older industrial machine have the sewing arm a bit longer, that facilitate working big / larger projects. Thanks again.
I hoped you liked the explanation! Have you got, or do you want, an industrial sewing machine? What do you have and what do you use yours for?
Very informative video! Thanks a lot for sharing!
Great explanation! I have a Juki dnu 1541 which I use for stitching through suede leather, duck canvas, and webbing. They are wonderful machines and it definitely has made my life so much easier.
I have a teacher model Singer and a Brothers Embroidery machine. I use both although they will do twenty or more stitches and I use them to sew blue jeans and mend clothing. I do leather work on the Singer.
Evelyn, very informative video! Do you think this machine would be a good choice for someone that likes to make plushies/stuffed-animals? My wife’s home sewing machine always seems to struggle when it has to go through 4 layers of fleece.
If you're interested in getting a 'replacement' machine to the domestic then look into a Bernina 950. Its got the abilities of a domestic with industrial power and reliability. the only problem is it is only available second hand.
Very good intro to industrial machines video. I would add a few points:
1. Industrial machines are designed to be setup for an operation and infrequently changed. As you note in manufacturing you'd have a bunch of machines and each one does a task. This means that most (not all) are pretty hard to set up. What do I mean by that? If you have a high end home machine you set a dial or buttons or something and the machine does that task. Want to go from a 2mm stitch to a 4mm stitch easy as a setting knob. Industrial machines are not straight forward like that. Many of them don't have indexed stitch lengths (older/simpler models) and if you are really unlucky the reverse stitch length is independent the forward stitch length. The more automated the machine like yours becomes the more complex setup is in it's computer.
2. Industrial machines assume that you have a tech that maintains them. They don't like to sit unused, they'd rather be working day and night. They also require regular inspection and tune ups. Just like your car requires visits to the mechanic. Your industrial machine wants to be cleaned, oiled and inspected. The older the machine the more you have to know to do these things. If you want to use an industrial sewing machine you should also want to become very acquainted with maintaining it. Home machines are maintenance free, well mostly.
3. Industrial machines are not built with home hobby sewers in mind. As you point out you went to school for this. Most home hobbyists didn't and wont. The industrial machine assumes you have a whole support system behind it. They also assume you know what your doing form day one. My Pfaff 1222E manual will practically teach you how to sew. It has examples and pictures and even some projects to help you learn to use it. Industrial machines you will get some thin explanations and lots of exploded diagrams. Don't try to learn to sew on an industrial machine unless you have help or are very patient.
4. Industrial machines are very very fun to own and tinker with. If you want a fancy computer controlled servo and your old machine doesn't have one. Most of the time for a few hundred dollars and some effort you can change out the clutched motor for a servo motor. If you have a walking foot machine and you don't want it to walk, well that is just some wrench and screw driver work away. You can tune an industrial machine to do exactly what you want it to do. They are awesome in that respect.
Industrials are great! My introduction to industrial sewing machines came while studying costume design in the mid 1970's. There were several in the costume shop, all between 5 to 50 years old. They all stitched really really fast. Quite soon I learned to love them.
I had really learned to sew on a Singer 99 treadle that was rescued from a trash pile. It's drawers were full of mysterious attachments; a mechanical contraption that made ruffles and something that pierced fabric that took me ages to figure out. Naturally, there was no instruction manual.
When I struck out on my own my sewing machine collection included my old treadle, my mothers pilfered Singer 216G, and an industrial, a gorgeous 31-15. This one was electric, a dawn of the electric age wonder. Twisted cloth wire, rotary power switch. It could sew right through a finger, and did once.
I used all of the machines. Long seems meant the industrial. The 216G made beautiful button holes, with the Singer buttonhole attachment. The zig-zag feature was also fantastic. I really liked the 31-15 as it was intended for tailors, so it handled theatrical costuming with ease. Really, owning an industrial is all about figuring out what type of sewing you want it to do, than matching the machine to your needs. And budget.
HAH! Keith back in 1992 at a rummage sale in town, for TEN DOLLARS I bought a "Singer 201" that was basically the "99" Revamped for electric and has a Gear Driven Motor and a Top "Drop In" bobbin. Singer made it Portable and was intended for "Military Use" because it is a VERY Heavy Duty Machine! I can pound through Heavy Fabrics and Boot Leather with ease!
I've had to have it "Tuned" a few times... But it STILL WORKS AWESOMELY!!!
The "201" was designed to handle fixing Tents, Uniforms and OTHER "Heavy Duty" projects! But ALSO made to be Portable for use in the field and at one time, EVERY Military Unit in the US From the Regular Armed forces to the Reserves, and even some "Scout" groups!
Singer made it from the late 30's to the mid-60's and are still available if you care to find one! It is a VERY BASIC Machine! It's made to got
"Forward and Backwards" and that's IT! But if you REALLY WANT Something Heavy Duty and want it Portable... the "201" is the BEAST to GET! :D
Joe
HI, engineer here. Clutch vs Servo basically boils down to this: Clutch motor, the electric motor is always running and the foot pedal just engages the clutch the transfer motor power to the machine. It's exactly like the clutch in a manual shift car. A servo motor is pretty sophisticated and allows for smart control circuitry. The servo only draws power when needed AND the electronics inside it know the exact position of the motor. As a result, a servo can very precisely do things like advance two stitches or backstitch 3 stitches even at its full load (say heavy thread in leather). A clutch will not offer that kind of precision, especially at higher loads. Servo motors run off DC electricity, so they must have some kind of rectifier on board to convert the AC wall current to DC wall current.
A clutch motor, by contrast, is an induction motor and runs natively on the AC coming out of the wall receptacle.
Beat me to it... I was gonna step in and explain. But, you've done a might fine job of that already.
Folks may be wondering as to why the difference. Back before electronics, everything was either on at full power or off. Engineering wise, it's extremely difficult, expensive, and complicated to design something that does multiple speed and power settings.
In a clutch set up, the old "electronics" are just sophisticated enough to keep the motor running at full power all the time. A mechanical clutch engages and disengages at the operator's discretion to pull power off that spinning motor and transfer it to the task-at-hand -- the actual sewing process.
Servo, stepper, VFD (variable frequency drive), etc., motors have complex electronic control circuitry which modulates and/or massages the power going to the motor so it can be controlled in a more direct fashion.
Clear as mud?
I wouldn't be able to work on a clutch motor.
Thank you for this explanation and enlightenment.
Oh very cool. I have no use for an industrial sewing machine in my own life at the moment, but I love learning about machines and how they work, so thank you for sharing!
I just received my new Singer machine which will be used primarily for hobbycraft and repairing clothing and I now have to buy the accessories needed to operate it. I am an amateur and will be using it as a hobby primarily.
I've been sewing for 34 years, 13 of which have been in business. I went to look at industrial machines today, which now I can't believe it has taken me this long. This has been the most helpful video I've seen so far. I appreciate the information.
I do not have an industrial machine nor do I plan on getting one, however I have always been curious about them and I really enjoyed learning the in's and outs of your machine. Thanks.
Im glad you liked it Deb!
Cost more money and require more room and electricity.😢
Need? no. WANT? YESSS!! but I truly want the coverstitch, because I have never had one. :)
Ha ha ha 🤣 I guess your right!! But a cover stitch will be fabulous if you sew alot of knitwear!!
I would LOVE a cover stitch machine! On my list!
And they are so much fun to use! Seems I never have enough serger projects to use it more. It can give you a clean edge finish in clothing and draperies but also things like napkins and cotton clean cloths.
I love how excited you are to share your knowledge with us
I love when you talk about sewing machines! Industrial, domestic, for beginners, professionals. Talk more about machines!
Ha ha Im glad you enjoyed it!!
Thank you SO much for this video! I manage a leather supply store that sells leather specific sewing machines and you answered a ton of questions that I get asked frequently. A lot of people assume that industrial automatically equals heavy duty so thank you for giving such clear distinctions!!
This is by far the best video I have seen explaining all of these commonly asked questions! We upgraded almost all of our production machines to auto or semi auto and they paid for themselves in labor savings within just a few months, by far the best investment I have made
I bought a new industrial sewing machine a year ago. Best decision I ever made. My machine is direct drive, some computerized functions, like back tac, speed, slow start but not thread cutting. I sew garments but have also set it up for free motion quilting on occasion. Thank you for your video, I am sure it will help many people who are on the fence about getting an industrial machine.
Thanks Chris! And wow! You do free motion quilting on yours??? I guess you just need to right foot for it, even an industrial, right??
I would love to know how to do free motion quilting on a Judi 9000
Hi Chris so you can sew free motion on them what kind of machine do you have and do they sell the free motion foot for your machine? Thank you.
Hi Chris. I quilt too and have held off buying another sewing machine as I wanted a workhorse. Do you mind sharing what machine you bought? Does it do pretty well with free motion quilting? I would think that would be a game changer.
Thanks for the lesson on industrial machines! As I've learned in home remodeling, your tools make a difference. However, my projects, whether sewing or remodeling, are leisurely, and for me that makes them enjoyable. I will be sticking with my home machine and my hand sewing, but Wow! to all of you who whiz through your projects and make them look easy!
The right tools make a very big difference to works flow! But, it is nice to have no time limits on sewing for leisure, so it doesn't matter!
I love this video. You are so right. I thought an industrial would replace a domestic machine. You saved me from a huge unnecessary expense. Since I sew only for myself and family, I don't need the extra speed. Thank you, thank you, thank you....
Thank you very much, good to know that not all industrial machines are intended for "heavy duty" applications as well as a
thump "test" to give an indication of when a machine is near its limits.
Thank you Evelyn. This was impeccable timing! I am looking at getting an industrial machine after my domestic machine having a moment a bit over a week ago while I was trying to get a stack of sewing done for an event my business was attending. I need something to keep up with the workload and this has convinced me that it would be not only a time and money saver but also sanity saver! 😊
I think it might be for you yes!!
Hooray! You gave us this video on your new Juki so quickly. Thank you. Learned a lot. To view your videos is always a pleasure, rather like inviting a good friend over for tea.
I have a Juki TL98 Perfection which is a semi industrial straight stitch machine. I LOVE IT! It hums ever so gently, sews like a dream and the tension is faultless. I also have a Juki overlock MO 1000 with air threading which means that I actually use it because threading is no longer an issue.
Oh wow! You love it?? I've only heard of this air threading thing!! Here I am with my tweezers still! 🤣
Evelyn Wood I love my Juki, and have an M0 1000 as well. Would’nt trade it for any other. The air threader is amazing. PS: I love the top you are wearing in the video, and the fit! If you made it, are you able to share the pattern #?
Your overlocker is on my list to buy this year.......
I have a Juki DDL 8700 I use mine for quilting. I am currently making a jean quilt and it is amazing at how much space u have to quilt.
I have been considering this for a long time for the same reason, quilting! Do you FMQ on it as well as piece?
I am thrilled to know you can quilt with them so can you buy the quilting foot for your Juki? Thank you.
I am learning to quilt and my domestics don’t keep up. I really think I am going with the industrial because a lot of it is straight stitching.
I've been wanting an industrial machine for years since using a friend of mine's Juki. I've been doing my research and I plan on purchasing one in the next day or so. Thank you for your great information and your great attitude. Sometimes the way you are makes me smile and occasionally makes my day. Be safe!
Safety is important. When changing the needle or foot on the machine best to turn it off and take your foot off the petal. If you don't wear glasses, consider wearing safety glasses. Also a good mechanic is your best friend 👍❤🇨🇦
When I took my sewing course at the Canadian Forces School of Aerospace Technology and Engineering (CFSATE), we were taught to unplug our machines before any maintenance. I also took their Juki Sewing Machine Repair course. Now that I’m out of the military, I’d very much like to have my own Juki sewing machine. I could make tonnes of money just sewing up webbing into tow straps. I refuse to make masks.
@@pelosishammer wow cool. Taking you foot off the petal and turning off the machine when changing needle or foot, adjusting fabric( basically if your hands are near the needle) Unplugging is more serious...hopefully you get a good one.
Thank you for your service 👍🍁
I have the JUKI TL 2010Q a semi industrial machine and I love it. It even came with the quilt foot attachment so i am able to quilt on it when needed. You were very thorough on your explanation of the Industrial machines. Very informative video.
Okay, I thought it was weird that industrial machines don't disengage the needle when winding bobbins like home machines do. But the idea of constantly winding a bobbin as you sew makes so much sense. Since you wind at the same rate as you deplete the one you're using, the new one fills up at the same time as the old one empties. Brilliant.
YEAH, that is brill!!
It fills at 4 times the rate of sewing. You can fill multiple machines if necessary with one extra spool of thread.
You are a breath of fresh air in the RUclips video world. You are well prepared, organized, concise, stick to the topic, knowledgable, no umms or ahhs and you don't waste my time. Your video speaks to me. In my RUclips experience you are a rare and desired breed. I have subscribed! Thank you
I bought a Juki TL 2000 Qi for learning to free motion quilt and get my quilt tops done. The absolute best purchase ever. Definitely worth overcoming fears of going outside my comfort zone!
Maria Tooker I just got one of theses too. I hope to be able to quilt better and more than just stitch in the ditch quilting
I have a Juki 8700 industrial machine. Absolutely love it. I design and make quilts and other items that require straight line sewing. This machine is amazing for getting that done.
Great video Evelyn! I have a very old Singer 20U which, while old and rattly, still functions well and also.... does straight stitch and zig zag! It needs a service and doesn't have the sexy functions like heel off or needle down, but it is easy to control the speed, so fast or slow is fine. I have recently started fashion college (after 50 plus years of sewing) so am enjoying using the fab machines there. So quiet and smooth. I'll stick with my grande dame machine for now (and my Janome Skyline S7), but will eventually look for a 2nd hand Juki at some point. I sew as a hobby but want to move it to business level through markets and then who knows where. I love your business model and only wish I had had the chutzpah to do what you're doing 20 years ago. Such is life 😎😏👗🛍💖
Aww thankyou!! 😙 And I wish I'd started earlier too! So, there's no time like RIGHT NOW! So I hope you do go after your dream of turning it into a bussiness!! If you ever have any questions just msg me! X
I love vintage machines. I have a whole collection of around 10 or 12 vintage domestics, from 1909 to1969. But that venerable and versatile Singer 20u is definitely on my "want" list!! I'd pair it with a swanky new Servo.
I've always been curious about industrial machines, not that I ever wanted one, I don't. But thank you so much for showing us yours!
I sew for the enjoyment of it and have a large domestic machine with all those lovely functions too - a very large throat space, the back-tac and cut, an auto foot lift, long stitches for basting, etc. Obviously it isn't as fast or built to last as long as an industrial unit, but It's perfect for me and as I think you said (perhaps in different words) one needs a machine that meet one's own needs. Buying an expensive machine with lots of "bells & whistles" just for the sake of having it makes no sense, particularly if one ends up not using it as intended.
I LOVE sewing all kinds of different things, from quilts to handbags, to microwave bowl cozies and clothing. I'd probably go into withdrawal if I couldn't sew!!!
Your videos are delightful.
Hi, I have industrial sewing machine, I love it, and I adjust it for heavy fabric, and delicate! just changing needles , feet presser, and tread presser. almost 6 years, and all it super fine! love love love it!
I have an older Juki industrial machine(servo motor)that I use for straight stitching on dressmaking fabric and for quilting pieces together. I love using it, everything goes so much faster. I would love to get the 9000B, so maybe in the future. Thanks for showing us your machines.
I recently got an industrial for heavy duty materials and leather, a Juki triple feed DNU-1541S. I plan to use it for upholstery, bags, belts, dog collars and leashes. So far I used it for belts and multiple layers of heavy denim on a binding. I recently got a 1952 Singer 201-2 for straight stitching. It sews beautifully!! I have a Brother Quattro domestic sewing/embroidery machine for anything fancy. I also have a Brother serger and Juki coverstitch. I plan to get a vintage Singer 301a portable to round out my collection. I'm loving the vintage Singers!! I use all of my machines and each for a different purpose.
I just got the pq1500sl for Christmas. It's a domestic but it's a profession straight stitch with some pretty nice features. Does 1500 stitches a minute. It has an auto needle threader, and thread cutter and it stops in needle down unless you tell it not to. It's amazing and mostly steel parts. Made by brother
I’m considering an industrial machine & stumbled on your video.... I loved it! Your video was awesome. So informative. I was going into it blind and you really opened my eyes. I’m going to look at an older industrial Juki I found for sale and now I will know so much more to look for. Thank you so much. :)
Thanks! First visit for me. I doubt I need an industrial sewing machine but you cleared up some questions I had. The Juki looks good. There are some manual machines with manual oiling that are a bit cheaper. If I get one, it would be to sew leather for various projects. Love your 'period' look and makeup.
I had Juki 9000SS and it’s amazing. I bought a lot of accessories for hem finishing with different size. Like double folds, bias binding , and different presser foot. Now I bought another one juki 391N lockstich,zigzag and embroidery. I think I can use it properly. My goal is to lean machine embroidery Manually. So far I have 2 industrial machine with my very small space. The reason I found it’s totally different with domestic machines.I also have collections of antique sewing machines.
I love your video's and your humble inner beauty is mesmerizing!. Keep caring and sharing.
Aww thanks for watching!
Great video explaining industrial machines. I use a Juki 8700 H, a heavy duty version for denim, canvas and webbing. I can switch feed dogs and needle plate and do silk also. It is the slower
version and only does four thousand stitches a minute instead of six thousand. I have several older mechanical Singers, and my favorite is a 92 year old model 99, So .... you have to decide what you are going to sew before you select a machine. I have different machines for different purposes. Oh, and I have one overlock machine. Your videos has been extremely helpful as I learn to do sewing for my wife.
Informative. Well spoken. Honest opinions. You have an infectious smile! Thank you!
YAY!! Thank you. It's intriguing, The most surprising thing is how much "better" a domestic machine is for home sewing. Love this, very informative!
I never knew the difference between the two motors! Thank-you! It’s amazing how many videos I’ve watched and no one has ever mentioned it, LOL!
I wish there were more videos of industrial machine users. This was the most useful one I’ve seen.
I have an old Industrial Singer 31-15 from 1939. I have been searching for a video where someone, somewhere-cleans, oils, sets up and uses it so I can follow along......still waiting.
I still loved this video of a modern industrial and learned several things. Thank-you!
I think because they are not designed for the domestic market, that people are just making videos on them! I'm glad you found this one useful!
I am still using my Industrial Juki DDL 227 straight sewer that I bought 40 years ago 2nd hand. It still sews as well as it did when I bought it. A small tip for anyone buying industrial machine for the first time - pop a piece of foam rubber under the go pedal until you get used to the speed if it doesn't have that fancy speed control feature.
That is a good tip! Thankyou!
Hello Evelyn, I got a used Industrial 9000D sewing machine this week. I purchased it from a factory that had a location to close and they were selling those machines. I have not used it yet as I have some wiring issues to take care in my sewing room to accommodate the industrial machine. It also has the automatic features of tacks at beginning and ending of seams as will as cutting the thread. I can't wait to use it! I love your videos, keep up the great work!!! Donna in North Carolina, USA
Wow that juki machine is something else wow!!
I just bought juki ddl8500, this is just the only one available in our place! Hope this machine helps a lot for my sewing needs!
Hi Evelyn! Great presentation, I really learned a lot. I had a feeling that industrial sewing machines were simply magical! Wow, thank you for educating me. Happy stitching!✂️🧵✂️
I have a 2nd hand 30 yr old Singer 591 single needle lockstitch industrial machine and I absolutely love sewing with it. I finished a quilt in two days! I recently have been mass producing face masks and there is no way I would have done it with my domestic machine. I originally bought it to make dog collars, but use it for everything. I recently bought a 2nd hand industrial walking foot machine but have not used it yet. I have a domestic serger for finishing raw edges. Thank you for sharing.
My dear Evelyn, with this tutorial I understood that I don't need an industrial sewing machine. I was ready to purchase an industrial machine, but I watched this video, and I realize that I don't have the room for one, neither I need it. I saved a lot of money and pain. Thank you very much!
I loved your smile the whole time you where explaining and showing everything about your new machine! I can tell that you are really passionate about sewing and it makes me excited!
I was introduced to industrial sewing machines ten years ago at work in an industrial laundry. After seeing how smoothly and quietly they ran in the sewing room there, I was intrigued. About a year ago, I started working in that sewing room having not sewn on a machine since home economics class in middle school. Turns out, I'm pretty good at it! Using an industrial five thread overlock for the first time was especially entertaining! They seemed so complex, I was curious to know how they worked. Fast forward a few months and I bought my own 40 year old Juki five thread, 70 year old Merrow three thread, and a Pfaff 461 from 1962. Being mechanically inclined, I've now rebuilt four industrial sewing machines, all of mine included. The sewing room ladies are quite envious that I get to use industrial machines at home! And knee lifts! Yes! I can't use a domestic sewing machine without going for the knee lift and realising that it isn't there! I don't know how people can live without them!
A couple of years ago I bought one used, tried it many times but it was just too fast! It was a straight and zigzag stitch Singer.... I sold it last year and I bought a domestic Singer heavy duty and I love it! TFS, you can tell you are so happy!
What model is your Singer? Merci! Daniel
AtelierDBurgoyne Singer Heavy Duty 4452
Evelyn I bought one today because of you. Your words were the decider.
I picked it up an hour ago and I’m resting to go . I got the DDL 8700 yippeeee 🥳thank you x
😃😃😃😃 Enjoy!!!
What comes through so well is the “Rosy the Riveter”…an American icon from the forties… Your default smile is sincerely on point🐚
I love my Brother LS2-B 837 Walking foot machine. It's great for all my sewing thick fabrics and upholstery projects.
I just got into sewing and I still have a lot to learn, but in the future I might get an industrial machine so that I can really get into the sewing business. Thank you for all the information you provided.
Thankyou for watching!!
I have a custom leather shop and own 3 Industrial sewing machines...an Adler 205 (a giant of a machine), a Pfaff 145 walking foot and a Necchi BV straight stitcher. I have changed out the clutch motor on my Pfaff to a Servo. Doing that has made it easier to control the speed and cut down on the noise. The Adler and Necchi still are run with the clutch motors. I am in the midst of changing out the clutch motor on my Industrial skiving machine to a servo motor to both slow it down and make it easier on the ears! Love those servo motors! I have seen those computerized industrials like you have and the features look amazing! :)
I have used an industrial machine once and yes they are fast for me I I will be sticking to my normal sewing machines mine have sentimental value to them so I could never replace them . If I could afford and have a place to put one I probably would invest in one but my machines are here to stay .
The Juki straight stitch machine and also the over lock machine I ran for over 10 years for Sealy mattress. Some people didn’t know how to thread up the overlock so I was usually called to do that. I also ran the machine a lot. The straight stitch machine was a great machine to run also. On our machines we stood to sew all day. I also worked in furniture factories before that running juki and consew model machines mainly. The best industrial sewing machine you can buy by far is the consew 206 it’s a triple walking foot it can sew leather, sometimes even brand new you can find it for $1500.
Thanks a lot for this information. Yes, it is a must to get several industrial machines. My mother used to have an older industrial straight stitch and a heavy duty for leather. Since we are starting a business sewing a myriad of items, it is necessary to have the proper equipment.The one you are showing is what we need plus a heavy duty. Since you have shown this video, I don't have to search around but can see what this one does.
Thank you so much for this video. I would love one of these machines in my fantasy sewing room. Haha. It's something I'm always on the lookout for when I thrift shop. Old machines and patterns.
Hi im helen and i must tell u i appreciate everything u do. You bring so much light amd info as well as educate us. Thank u thank u, thank u
Blessings to you in more ways than u can count
Helen
Thanks so much for watching!! X
I'm really wanting to get a Juki 9000B for my bridal and general dressmaking. Thanks so much for showing so much about the industrials!
I’m a Bernina girl. The quality is fantastic as is the range of features. I definitely understand the appeal of something g like your new Juki and if there were no Berninas I would consider one
Thanks A Lot for the complete information about the various types of sewing machines, as well as the best type to choose for individual sewing needs.
Its a joy to listen to you.
Evelyn, you're so lovely talking about industrial sewing machines.
It’s something I would love, simply because I sew jeans weight fabric as well as light fabric like silk. But I’ve already invested serious money in my Babylock Evolution overlocker/coverstitch machine and my Brother Dreamweaver. I have to change my throat plate for straight stitching on delicate fabrics. My Brother also does auto backtrack and thread cutting and has a knee lift. It has a huge throat area and an large attachable table. I love it.
Thanks so much for showing us your new Juki. That brand also seems to be a popular domestic machine.
I love the Brither domestic machines for this reason!! They have so many industrial features!
I have a Tacsew t-111-155 industrial straight stitch that is made for canvas, leather, and very thick fabrics. Purchased second hand barely used for $400.00 with table, head, bobbins, needles and oil. Guy was moving cross country and needed to get rid of it asap. I got a great deal and this puppy means business when you floor it with the servo motor.
Blown over by this video,
The explanations and the meaning and use of industrials, love them, can never go back to domestic.
Thank you for the info. I've been debating about these machines. I went to a sewing expo & there were so many to try out it was just amazing. Thanks for your videos!
Thanks for watching!
I’m insanely jealous! I miss my old sample room job and the access it gave me to industrial machines- everything at my fingertips, as well as industrial steam irons and the heat press for iron on interfacing.
I bet you miss those!!!
Oh yeah! I often used to take my own ironing pile into work (to do after hours, obviously!)... not to mention things that needed tricky alterations. It was wonderful.
Difficulty I have in choosing an industrial is wanting to have one for Fabric and one for heavy duty but no space for either.
So for now I use my vintage and modern machines as best I can. Purely, I hasten to add for my own pleasure and not commercially.
Dear Evelyn, I very much enjoyed this video. I have always enjoyed one machine at one time. I love to sew but do not sew very much anymore. I started when I was in jr high (many, many moons ago) and taking home ec class. I enjoy your videos very much. Thank you for sharing and God bless you❣️
Thankyou for watching! Xx
I finally pulled the trigger and purchased the Juki-9000C-SMS. I cannot wait to recieve it. it's coming g next week. I had to m one a few tannin gs out to make room for the new machine. I'm so excited!!!!!
Thanks for explaining that,you can see the excitement you feel for the machine.
Thanks for the vid. I have wondered about them but never had anyone explain them so well.
I aspire to be a wedding dress designer and at the moment my Bernina 1030 is sufficient for the corsets and dresses I want and going to make. It may in the future only lack speed and throat space. I liked the video and all the automatic functions. I think I will need AND want definitely an industrial sewing machine in the future. Luckily I have a sewing machine shop in my small city who also sells second hand industrials. I cannot wait to shop there when the time is right😍
Charlotte here. I have a cast iron Juki Baby Lock that does the overcast stitching. It cuts fabric as you sew. I love the machine. It is portable and not attached to a table. It might be old but it is a jewel. Debating about buying another similar machine to replace it. The sergers make clothes look so much more finished and professional.
Hi, Evelyn! I actually went down the middle with my sewing machine upgrade! I went with a “semi-professional” straight sewer, the Juki TL-18QVP (which is the quilting version of the TL-2010Q). I mostly do patchwork piecing and quilting, with some occasional garment sewing and mending, so I wanted the industrial speed and quality, but without the same investment in space and money. It’s supposed to arrive tomorrow, and I’m so excited!
Do you need a walking foot with this machine?
I know this is an old video but thank you, Evelyn, for this informative video, just what I've bee looking for in my research.
I am thinking of you as you are going through this tough fight ... warm and healing thoughts your way.
Thank you for another great upload! Very informative.
I have a beautiful old Singer that my grandmother used all the time. It still works like a charm. It can sew through anything, I mean anything, never hesitating. I'm guessing it's like a very old semi industrial? It only has straight stitch, weighs a ton and it used to be built in a table.
Then I have a bunch of other machines too, ofcourse. A Singer patchwork, a Bernina record 930, a Janome cover pro 1000, Janome MyLock 204D and my Bernina 1100D over locker. I love all my machines, they are all great and such a mindblowing invention.
I hawe a few similar machines, Husquvarna and later Singer models are pretty similar (wery earlyer Singer hawe a weaker lever construction) You can use them for double layer canvas, thin leather, etc, but they are not built as leater sewing machines or for heavy canvas in many layers. (but i hawe tried three layer of old army canvas and it worked but the machine had to work, older motors, if it's motorconverted in the 50 or 60s can not realy handle that, but if it's still handcranked it can)
My father hawe a real leatherworking machine, a wery old, handcraked Saddle makers model, after grandfather, its' i think twice or three time bigger even compared to those machines i think You talk about here, but it's for things like sadle lining leather padding, raw hide, etc. Wich realy do strech the limit of all existing machines, and i hawe to use a pretty heavy hammer to doing those jobs by hand... So i think Your machine will do, use some good quality paraffin additive sewingmachine oil in the beginning if the old crusted oil need to be softenen up before using, then You can swith ower to regular light spindle oil or normal sewingmachine oil. Also clean of old dust if it has pstacked up in the layers and levers, it wil make a huge differense when You run the machine, kinda messy job, but worth it and it's one time job if Ypu doing it properly.
Hi, Evelyn. Thanks so much for this video. I’ve been wavering back and forth for a while now about whether to go industrial or not, and you have decided me. I simply don’t have the space for an industrial machine; especially not if I’d still need to keep my domestic machine as well for all the incidental non-straight-stitch jobs. So when I upgrade my old Janome this year, I’ll be getting one of Juki’s domestic machines. All the fancy back-tacky, thread-cutty, knee-lifty goodness of the industrial machine, PLUS zig-zag, buttonhole, and the other benefits of a domestic machine, in one (somewhat) portable package. CAN’T WAIT!
Awesome presentation. You have answered all my questions in my mind. I love industrial sewing machine but was hesitating because I have a high end domestic sewing machine already. But now I won't hesitate. Thank you Beautiful Lady.
My wife is considering the Juki j-150 QVP for straight stitch and free motion quilting. This was a nice demonstration.
What a lovely machine! I have just bought a Brother machine and love it. But I'm still keeping my Bernina 1230 (nearly 30 years old!) - have put her in for a service.
I just found out a friend had an industrial machine, and she's giving it to me! Very excited.
Hello, so good of you to let folks know about what industrial machines are and what they can do. I just left a job late last summer repairing horse blankets. I used a much older industrial machine and I got so used to it that using my home machine is hard now, LOL! At 72 I can't justify the cost of an industrial but I sure love them. You Take Care.
I love sewing machines..this was awesome. I have had an eye out for a good machine and while I do not have the money nor the place, I hope to get one day. but I also must have a need for them
This may be inappropriate, but lord, you are absolutely beautiful (yes the accent too - being from the US). As an engineer learning how to use industrial sewing machines for larger-volume sewing, your videos are most helpful, thank you!
Thanks! always wondered about industrial machines, I think I would love at least one of those.
I have Berninas which are fabulous. I did have a bad experience with their top of the range over- and covetlock machine. I wasted many hours andcthread trying to get the damn thing to work. I finally gave up and bought a Baby Lock over- and coverstitch machine. Works like a dream
HI Evelyn !
At first excuse my bad english, thank you for this video it's very kind of you to explain, not only how it works but also who need an industriel machine! i'm thinking a lot about that , i'm a sew, i've create my little business about two years ago , i sew for my customer all they want , made on measures, i give sewing lessons, and i dress all my family, i've many domestical sewing machine (toyota for leathers, brother innovis for embroidery, an high tech bernina very expenseive (whose's never work!!!) ) an overlock( babylock enleigthen) and a brother coverstich ... it's seems ok but i'ts not....because even if the bernina sew 1250 pts/min sometime im about to sleep!!! i need a faster one!
Then, you helped to choose , and being sure !
i'd like to say, waouhhhh! you're incredible , you're juste like snow white !!! i love retro , burlesque, my favorite one is steampunk.... this is what i created...when someone ask me for , for shows, for weddings, for medieval festivals.... of course, this year ... i've dont made a lot of costumes.... but, i filled my business activity with student by visio, and for luck, it's work! thank you for this vidéo , to shorten it , i've to choose the juki 7000b or the kingtex8520M ;;;; I'll say what one i've prefer ... have a nice week end! best regards!
I have 2 Juki machines. I love them. I'm a quilter so use them for free motion quilting. But I also use them to make garments. I also have my mother in law's old Kenmore. It too is nice. I have been binge watching your videos as i've started making clothes again! They have been great refreshers! Thank you!
I am very interested in this machine. I love the automated features. When I first began sewing, I was afraid of the speed from industrial machines but now I'm looking forward to it.
You can sew slowly too.
Oh wow that was so helpful, I'm glad I found this. I do a bit of sewing and love to make my own outfits. I have a Singer Heavy Duty but it's really still a domestic machine and I have been wishing I could one day get something that would handle those thick fabrics and difficult areas a bit easier... I've even dreamed of getting something that would do leather, but it was so helpful to know about the variations and specific purposes for the various industrial machines. Thankyou...
Thank you for this delightful explainer! I have a true weakness for the simple and meticulously overbuilt, and this really helped me understand how this equipment fits into things. Subscribed :)
I have a Pfaff 1245 industrial that is new & i have a Pfaff varimatic 6091. I'm a beginner at all this & hope i will finally learn & get comfortable at stitching on both machines. Today i was finally going to practice on the industrial,looked & the reservoir that holds the oil is all out & I don't have any. I believe the machine is leaking on the floor more than the normal. So I guess i won't be practicing a spider web stitch design on leather today. I will most likely be using my industrial machine for leather goods & upholstery in the future,my smaller machine for denim. I'll probably alter clothes i have saved up over the years. So glad that there is RUclips to look up anything you need to know or learn. I'm sure i will own many more machines in the future.
I,m glad that you mentioned that the "Industrial machine" label does not mean it can sew leather for example.
I have tried a Sailrite clone from Ebay, a Janome HD3000 (as marketed by Tandy leather) and eventually just bit the bullet and purchased a Cobra class 3. It can handle vegtan leather without missing a beat. Such machines do come with a learning curve and are expensive, but can handle the job.
Thanks for sharing. It was a very informative and useful discussion. I love your automatic Juki for the fixtures you'd showed to us, and I do agree that we all may not need to own an industrial machine. However, and considering that there are industrial machines of all prices, having one, will ensure a better quality of straight stitches and top stitches, even when the fabric is thick. Considerations for space is a "most". Some older industrial machine have the sewing arm a bit longer, that facilitate working big / larger projects. Thanks again.