Zero AHAHAHAHAH, i haven't bought one yet 😂. I'm gonna buy one in the summer after my courses end. I discovered last month that I enjoy sewing: I was working on some carnival costumes with my mom and she needed help to make all the costumes, so i helped her and used a sewing machine for the first time in my life. I kinda fell in love with it and now I'm saving up some money to actually buy one for myself and start trying and having fun with it 😀. Your videos are a great inspiration! You're awesome and funny and i really enjoy watching your videos! Salutes from Italy! (by the way sorry for bad english, I'm working on it)
i have 6 :D 2 domestic sewing machine singer and brother, 2 overlocks singer and brother, 1 singer cover stitch machine and 1 industrial sewing machine same as yours. 3 of them just came today from Vietnam to Finland. Planning to get my industrial overlock and embroidery for the next :)
I have two a domestic elna overlocker and singer sewing machine . Have been saving up for a semi industrial Juki TL- 2010q (straight stitch) as they are very good for domestic quilting . Loved seeing all of your machines!
Envy, envy, envy! If I had the money but more importantly the space, then 7 seems a goodly amount. I would love to add a Singer treadle machine to it, in working order. I do wonder how much your neighbours love you. I grew up in a neighbourhood where a neighbour, a few houses up behind us, owned an industrial sewing machine. Nighttime was the worst as the quiet made the sound carry. It wasn't monotonous enough for sleep either. I never discovered what she was making.
I am a sewing machine nerd so I would love to see a demonstration of the Juki. I have a Janome Atalier, a Janome 525S and a Singer serger. Oh and 2 vintage machines that I could not leave lingering in charity shops, a pretty 1908 Singer and beautiful 1920 Frister and Rossmann. Perhaps I could squash my family into a smaller space to make room for a few more 🤔
This is my first visit to your “sewing room “I love it. I’ve been sewing for fifty years and now that I’m retired I’ve gotten back into it and my love has only grown sweeter. I will be spending lots of time with you.
I'm retired too and my whole life has gotten sweeter. Isn't retirement WONDERFUL!!!? You get to live your whole life instead of only getting to live on Saturday. Time is the ultimate currency.
People who take home & sew for factories have to change their industrial sewing machines after 2 years. So even these industrials won't go forever. If you buy an industrial from a hobbyist or seamstress it will be fine, but not from those who will grind them to the point where it's on its last legs.
Looks like a fabulous machine! I absolutely LOVE my old Brother machine that I got at a thrift store for $9. I cleaned it up and at first was only interested in seeing how it worked (all mechanical, no computer) but then I got hooked on sewing with it. Test stitches became tool-bags, tool-bags became ladies' shoulder bags, then pant hemming, and more. I'm having a BLAST and it's only been about a year! I wish that I had found this whole new thing earlier in my life. I have been a violin-maker for 61 years and this craft is my new life! I truly enjoy your videos and always come away with a tidbit or more of knowledge, and ALWAYS a smile. You are very refreshing. My best to you.
Congratulations..having worked in a sewing machine factory for 30 years, that made mens sportcoats and suits...I did a number of different things and used the industrial straight stitch machine and one of them had a knife attached to trim material and had the knee paddle for lifting pressure foot. I also used the industrial serger to go around certain material sleeves before they were sewn together. My main job was setting buttons on the sleeves and having machine sew them on. It had 2 foot pedals...1 for lifting the small clamp.. that I put button in and the other for power. Later they got computerized machine and it was great in many ways. I have 'older' model straight sewer at home and a 4 thread serger. The straight machines I used had an automatic bobbin winder and we always had a good supply. Take care.
Like evelyn WOOD, I have a JUKI 8700 very quiet, very sturdy. Very good for heavy duty, a true work-horse, never abandon you & a NECCHI BU from my aunt, good for zig zag but it is not for professional use I have already once tested the BROTHER FS20 electronic, very quiet . All these 3 sewing machine are very good in their field. I don't like new SINGER & new ELNA. I have also a SINGER 191 from the 1950... it is a 15 singer improved. noisy for me but does the job one level under the JUKI.
I purchased my Brother Innovis 600 in 2007. Just replaced the bobbin case as I wore it out. My baby is a workhorse and has paid for itself 1000 times over what I paid. I hope to keep her another 15-20 years. Congratulations on the purchase of your Juki.
Evelyn I’m sorry but you have a lot to answer too ! My Wife who has a little vintage Hawaiian dress business loves watching your videos. Unfortunately she watched this episode and listened to every word you said. She totally fell in love with this Juki model all thanks to you ! She became obsessed with your singing praises of the machine. All she kept on about was Juki this and Juki that. Evelyn loves them so they must be good blah blah blah. Well as you could imagine this was driving me up the wall. I had to stop this chitter chatter before I lost my mind ! So I devised a cunning plan. I found an old vintage car and restored it. With the money I raised from selling it I purchased her the same Juki as you’ve been banging on about. Well I gave it to her on Christmas Day. She was over the moon. I’ve never seen anyone so happy. Personally I blame you. Thank you for making her mad and happy in the same amounts. I’m thinking of putting a ban on your videos. But something tells me she’ll watch them on the quiet ! Thank you and keep up the good work ! Tut P.S look her up. She’s called THE HOUSE OF BAMBOO. Bye x
I realise this video is 5 years old now but I've only just seen it! I have 4 machines - my trusty 20 year old semi-industrial Janome 6500P sewing machine, my 20 year old Brother 1034D overlocker, my 2 year old Brother industrial 6 thread PR680W embroidery machine and an old hand-wound Singer sewing machine in a wooden carry case (like you, this is for display purposes only, but mine has the orginal case and all the original cottons, bobbins etc. inside). I may look to upgrade my Janome within the next couple of years and was thinking of something industrial this time and your Juki has caught my interest. Many thanks for the great videos - welcome back and I'm ecstatic that you are fully recovered - I followed your progress all the way through and saw you ringing that bell, that must have felt amazing (although there was still a fair way to go at that point). You are an inspiration to us all, keep it up!
I have a 1916 Singer treadle machine in its original cabinet. It belonged to my great grandmother and has been passed down to me. I took it into “THE” sewing machine guy in my area. Per the expert everything works like new. He cleaned and oiled it because it’s been used by my mother as an entryway table for the last 40 years and certainly had tons of dust in the works. It even sews leather.
NO OIL BATH!!!!! Oh, yes! Please, PLEASE, show us your new baby! I've been afraid of industrial machines because of the room they need and the mess of keeping them.
Is it weird that I LOVED this video and introduction to your machines? All of your videos are a real treat - thank you so much - and I am hoping you’ll show us more about your new industrial Juki. Please keep doing what you’re doing. You are a delight!
Oh, and I have a few machines myself. High end Bernina, Babylock quilting machine for when I’m mad at the high end Bernina, work horse Bernina that never disappoints, a Babylock serger that I’m afraid of, specialty Sashiko Babylock, and an old Kenmore in a cabinet that I grew up with (really old, ha!).
I have two of the same vintage singer machine. They still work very well and make the best stiches. These can be run with a motor or a treadle. You can get the treadle base for this and it will work just as well as it did when it was new. I use a rubber belt and not the leather one as it slips too much. I now use a singer from 1950 that has zig-zag that works in the treadle base.
What a delightful video!! I'm a retiree who quilts or sews every day for the sheer pleasure of it. I'll never need a commercial machine but love seeing your new Juki "baby". It's MAGNIFICENT and I wish you many years of success with it. You are VERY talented, and I love knowing about what you do. I've been sewing since age 7 (I'm now 68) when Mom began teaching me on her 1940-ish White Rotary, one of those black, crinkle-finish "tanks". It's a wonderful machine, mounted in its own table, and I keep it as a sentimental reminder of my beloved mother. It still works and I run it now and then to keep it functional. I have a total of 6 machines including mom's: a 30-ish year old Baby Lock (a gem), a vintage Kenmore 158 mounted in its own table that I use as my backup because it runs beautifully. I have a 3-year-old Brother similar to yours, just newer, which is my travel machine for quilting group days. My serger is a rather old Euro Pro and it still gives great service, but I don't use much. I have a "new-ish" Brother Innov-is VQ3000 which has virtually every function I will ever need or want. I can put a ballpoint double needle in it for seaming and hemming knits (depending on the width between needles) and it makes a lovely stitch similar to that of a cover-stitch, ergo I have little need for the serger anymore. I have a soft spot for well-made vintage machines from the 60's and earlier, before manufacturers began using plastic and nylon parts. My beautiful little Kenmore can do almost anything and with good care will keep going for generations to come. I'm quite sure your Necchi is a 60's model and most likely has nothing but metal inside, gears and all. It's a beauty. Thanks for all of the marvelous videos and please keep them coming!
The first real machine I used as a kid was an old Necchi from a thrift shop. It only would sew straight or zig zag stitches but it was built like a tank. My mother upgraded to a new machine in the late 1970s giving the Necchi to a neighbor. To this day we wish we had kept it.
Types of machines do sometimes come back into your life! My mother sewed on a Singer touch n sew (1964 model 600e) & I learn to sew on that machine and she still has it in her possession to this day. I just 2 years ago purchased a used Singer touch n sew model 600e! The memories it brings back & I didn't need to have someone teach me about it! It now has a home in a beautiful refurbished 1960's style cabinet (a singer branded one!) in my new craft room. I'm a very happy gal!
Evelyn: That video was so much fun to watch. I've got 2-1/2 sewing machines. Yep. My beautiful old Singer treadle: I broke the belt on a couple of weeks ago, PLUS, the mice tossed out one of the pristine metal plates and I found it on the floor. Couldn't figure out what it was so tossed it in the garbage! I did. Then, the next time I opened the treadle - ta dah - there's a hole where the metal plate should've been, and I knew immediately that I'd done a very, very bad thing. So I can only count this as 1/2 a machine - after having it for over 30 years intact. (sigh). Then I have my Janome which I love, and which was an upgrade from my old Husqvarna which I now only use for zippers. Evelyn, I'd love to see a video on sewing jobs you reject, and why. I think that would be helpful for a lot of people. Thanks for another great vid.
Oh no!!! Your treadle!! I hate when things like this happen! At least being a Singer there should be heaps of spare parts around! I'd never thought of a video like this! Though I had thought about some content aimed at those who want to sell there wares!
This video is the one that began my RUclips research of Juki straight-stitch sewing machines. I have chosen to add the Juki Haruka TL 18 QVP to my line up. Not an industrial machine (I used them in college, too), but up to 1500 stitches per minute and strong piercing power. Thank you for giving me a little push in that direction. Oh, I have five Viking machines I sew with, and an antique treadle my great-grandmother used.
My question to your other video had been answered... thanks to this video. I can stay the whole day looking at you.., Your facial expression, the way you speak... everything... makes me feel refresh and happy. You are so beautiful. Thanks for so much informations regarding the machines. God bless you more!!!
I have a direct drive - potted motor- Singer 201. No belt. Built in . . . Ready? 1951! It’s beautiful and runs like a dream and makes the prettiest stitches I’ve ever seen! If I ever find a 201 with a belt (and I know they were mostly sold in Australia and Great Britain. We’ve only a few here in the states) I’d snatch it up and convert it to a treadle. ❤️ Enjoy your beautiful new machine! Oh, and since you asked I’ve got a pretty little Singer Festherweight that I bought used when I was 19- long before they were popular- it was built in 1958. And two more modern machines that I almost never use- but they are sweet.
The commercial Brother overlocker is my fave. I have had so many Brother office machines in the past and never had any problems except with software updates when they got older. No computers or electronics, less problems. Juki is the way to go in industrial sewing machines!!!
I'm quite low in the list of machines. I still use and love my Elna lotus sp that I got for my 21st birthday in 1972. I bought their overlocker in the mid 1980s. Also still going brilliantly. Besides her modern machine my sister has our mother's old Singer - rather like the one in your cabinet but it does have a motor. She loves its weight. I learned to sew dolls clothes on it when I was about 6 years old.
First: You're such a sweetheart 😍😊 second: I'm very interested in a Juki video 😊 I would love to try an industrial , simply to know how that feels like😁
I have a simple home sewing machine but OMG, when I used my nearby college's sewing lab's industrial Jukis, I was blown away! They are SOOO good!! I can't go back to my home one 😂
I purchased a Juki 9000C FMS last week. I’m an avid sewer, and I also teach sewing. Interested in the automatic features that are now set digitally, also love the encased oil system. Eager to learn all the ins and outs of the industrial sewing .
I don’t think I’ll ever need an industrial machine but I’m curious to know how they work (and in turn how it differs to a domestic one!). Another video would be great 😊
Congratulations on your beautiful new machine! Loved seeing all your other interesting machines. I laughed when you showed your vintage display Singer. I still use a 1951 Singer anniversary edition machine that looks pretty similar! May you enjoy many, many years of sewing with your new machine.
Wow! I really admire your collection of machines. My fav is your new Juki and the Brother. I only have 1 machine that is a Kenmore that my husband purchased for me in 1996 brand new from Sears department store here in the USA. And she is still going strong.
Can I just say, “I love you!” 😂😂 such a cute blooper at the end!! I love all your videos and am a happy student of your online vintage courses!! They help TREMENDOUSLY!!!💙💙💙😍🏆🏆🏆
I have three: a Bernina 1530, that has been wonderfully and miraculously resuscitated recently, a beautiful green Husqvarna Automatic CL21 from the fifties/sixties and a rather basic Lewenstein serger. I refound my sewing spark recently and can’t wait to dive into all of your videos. Thank you so much for making these!
I currently have 2 because my first one broke. I don't like the 2nd one very much but honey is upgrading me this week with the Brother 5055PRW edition and I can't wait. I love seeing all the machines in the background. I find it very inspiring. I started sewing about 3 years ago but didn't stay with the hobby for long. I recently picked it back up and you could say I'm what you call and "ambitious sewist". I just want to jump right into everything. I have dreams of owning a serger and an industrial one day but that's far down the line. From all the videos I watch I enjoy seeing the Juki operate the most. I love its sound for some odd reason. Thanks for sharing your collection with us. You really rock, Evelyn. I have a book filled with notes from your videos. I jot down the tips and tidbits that you drop in between instructing, like how and items might wrinkle if you sew from the wrong direction and stuff like that.
Horse training, photography, stained glass , and now sewing, I always seem to get into expensive hobbies. But I like for things I create to be the very best Thank you for all the wonderful videos and information.
I have a Juki DX7 home sewing machine and I just love it! It also has the knee bar for lifting the presser foot. You can also program it to lift on its own every time you stop sewing so that you can pivot/turn the fabric; then you press the sewing pedal and the presser foot goes down and starts sewing again, without the knee bar. This is great for pivoting and sewing around corners and also chain sewing pieces for quilting. It saves you so much time by not having to reach behind and lift the foot each time. Your excitement over your new machine gave me a smile and a chuckle! It's so fun when you get something new!! Congratulations!!
I LOVE your channel. You have a great presence and are so kind to share your experience with us. Now that you've mentioned having gone to Fashion School...I'm enthralled and wonder if I could find a local one. Keep up the great work, and enjoy that new machine, it looks fabulous!
I have 5 industrials and 4 home machines.I love them all. I have a Brother straight stitch a Chandler walking foot for leather a 5 thread serger Wilcox and Gibbs a Singer double needle and a Phaff zig zag.My home machines are 2 sergers 1 set up for rolled hem only and a Ricca 4 thread a Brother embrodery machine and a Jukie cover stitch! I couldn't live without them.
I have a domestic Janome, a Singer and a Brother from yard sales, and an old Kenmore that I am cleaning up that my son found in the shed when he moved, I also have a kick-ass 12 needle emb. machine, which is a Happy Voyager from Texmac, and a Tiara, which is a sit -down long arm, that I bought used, for quilting. I have been sewing more than 50 years and I just love it!! I am really into making quilts, but I have a new little granddaughter, so I want to make some cute dresses, too. Oh, I forgot, I have a White's Serger that I bought new, on clearance, that I am still afraid of.
I just love how unapologetically 1920's your makeup is. So many people want "flapper" makeup for costumes and things, but then they just do a black smokey eye, dark eyebrows, and red or vampy lipstick. NO. At best, it's flapper inspired. But your makeup is just like descriptions from the decade! It's so fun to see someone who enjoys a more accurate vintage style ♥️
My sewing machines....old Singer treadle from my grandma, 1936 Singer Featherweight, 1951 Centennial Singer Featherweight, crinkle finish old Brother, 1950s Kenmore, 1950s sky blue Consumer ( I bought it because of the color and it reminds me of a two tone winged 50s car...very pretty), 1990s New Home free arm, 1988 New Home serger, and an old little Singer Sew Handy in beige. They are all very clean and they all work great. I love them all! I try very hard to not acquire any more sewing machines.
I just upgraded my Kenmore sewing machine (20-25 years old)...to a computerized Singer Quantum (coming on Friday). I am making a lot of clothes so I want newer features. I can't wait!!! I have a Juki Serger next on my wish list or a Babylock self threader serger. One of my girlfriends is buying my old Kenmore which still works great! Things that make us happy!!!!! XO
I’m just about to upgrade to a new to me brother innovis 10a. It will be my first computerized machine. I decided on this one because it has all the stitches I will ever need, 1 step buttonhole, snap on feet, slider speed control, needle up and down button and an automatic back stitch, automatic needle threader. Every function I’m ever likely to need. The girl who was selling was only selling to upgrade to a machine with more stitch options. I just can’t wait for it to arrive.. although I’ll probably just sit and admire it for a couple of days!! Wishing you many happy hours of fun and success with your beautiful new machine. X
Five. A 100 year old hand Singer. A 70 year old Singer treadle. Brother electric overlocker. Brother electric with zig zag, etc. And a small lightweight cheapo on long loan to a friend. I use the treadle machine and absolutely love it, It does free motion quilting..
I wish I could have kept my previous machines, but life goes on. I learned to sew on a Singer touch n sew 600e (vintage 1963-1965) my mother still has to this day! I got in the early 80's my first real machine from a girl friend (Sears Kenmore from the mid 60's), then got my only lemon in the mid 90's(singer imperial 😲) it was so bad my hubby left it at the sewing machine shop when he took it in for the last time (been in the shop more than at home!) Then I purchased a used Viking Husqvarna mid 70's unit (brown & beige with colored cams for decorative stitches). Had to let it go after about 6-7 years (this was about 2003) when the machine was getting worn out and not guaranteed to be fixable next time. Then purchased, a used Viking Husqvarna #1 (their 1st computerized machine from the late 90's). I finally let that one go in 2020 (just before the pandemic) when I purchased a used Singer touch n sew model 600e (just like my mother's!). I loved my viking but the computer was getting wonky & unreliable. Now my singer (which came with the original case!) Had been placed into a beautiful 1960's model sewing cabinet - which was found at a flea market & included a few extras and the storage seat. It now had a home in my craft room (refinished and machine having a complete service!) So something from your past does return to your life again!
OMG I love that Juki. I have a 1978 industrial Mitsubishi and the first thing I noticed is how quiet the Juki is. Congratulations on the upgrade. The singer can still work if you attach a hand crank. It's very easy to do and they're available on ebay.
Congratulations on your new sewing. machine. It’s gorgeous!!! My cousin owns a sewing machine museum in England. He has many machines and wants to save them all. I love old machines. I especially love the sewing machine old cabinets too. I would love to see you sewing with your new machine. I am looking for a new machine. Have fun with your machine. Have a nice day!! 😊 🧵
Hi Evelyn: I’m so glad you explained the differences, I kind of felt dumb asking (ha ha ha) what the machines were for. I absolutely love your Singer vintage model you have on display. It looks just like my grandma’s sewing machine from back in the day. I love your cute scarf. Congrats on your new Juki!!!
Thank you for this delightful video! I especially enjoyed the brief peek under the hood (or would you say, "bonnet"?) of your industrial machine. Years ago, I worked on a study of industrial sewing machine operators. At the time I was not at all into sewing, so I did not pay any attention to their machines (but lots to their back and leg postures!) Now I wish I could go back for a day and pay better attention to what was going on! Keep up the wonderful work!
Congregations on your new machine!! Just loved your tour. Machines fascinate me. Found that the Kenmore 385 series was made by janome. Brother actually owns babylock. Singer, at one time, was made by Pfaff. Oh, goodness, the history is so fascinating! Love sewing machines -- just wish I could buy all I enjoy. Thank you again for your tour.
I have 12 so far :) A Brother innovis embroidery special edition Laura Ashley (that cost me as much as a car back then, and it it pretty much sings and dances), Brother F420, Singer overlock, 80's Singer Merritt 2404, 80's Janome New Home (it's my only truly portable one), 2 -70's Huskvarnas 5000 series (1 has colorcoded cams system), 30's Jones Empress handcrank (I bought it at a charity shop for £15 and makes the most beautiful stitch), 50's Singer 319K Black, 2-50's Singer 201K, one is treadle, the other has a potted motor.
I would love to see a video of what your new industrial machine can do, it looks awesome! :-) I have just one sewing machine myself: A 1971 Kenmore 158.18023. Got her last year and she came in a nice wooden cabinet, with all of the feet, the embroidery cams, buttonhole attachment, monogramming attachment (which I will never use), and several other things. I don't think she was used that much, but she was in pristine condition, with a gorgeous pale mint green skin. All metal, no electronics, so I took her apart and cleaned and oiled her thoroughly and now she purrs like a kitten. I am now obsessed with the old all metal Kenmore machines, haha.
@@brendagbrindle: I agree. I really want to get another one, specifically the 1913 or 1931; both are mid-70s all metal free-arms, with the embroidery cam gear set up, but I'd be happy to find _any_ old metal Kenmore! :-)
I now own 2 domestic sewing machines. An Elna Explore 240 and an Elna HD1000. Both very beautiful machines. I think they will last me a lifetime. I no longer want nor need industrial machines as I just sew for myself. I once had a Singer 591 industrial sewing machine - not good. I had a Singer overlocker model 340 I think, great machine. I had industrial Juki sewer, good machine & then a Toyota 240AD, absolutely beautiful sewing machine, no trouble ever. I still love mechanical machines the best.
I am planning on getting a new Singer sewing machine which I will only use rarely and I don't have any experience using one, except the two we had at the prison I worked at and they was an older Singer model and a Juki which was newer and those two brands I know of. I have an old sewing machine built into the table and it belonged to my grandmother who used it until she got sick during the 1970's. The old machine I have looks like the one you don't have the table for and have on display only. It isn't a Singer, but looks like the Singer and I saw some of those older types in Thailand in around 1970 when I went into a mountain village where the women was still using them. Thanks for showing us the ones you have and you are making a living with them and need the best and I wish you all the best.
So excited for this! Please do a video on the features! There's next to nothing on industrial machines. I just got my first juki dnu a couple weeks ago! They are wonderful machines! I think my next big purchase is actually going to be for an industrial embroidery machine. Something that can get through webbing with ease.
Oh that sounds great!! And yes, I guess as they are mentmeant for industry, that industry is not watching RUclips for demos 🤣🤣🤣 Its mostly domestic sewers!
I was given my first machine as a gift (never having sewed before) but I loved it so upgraded to another brother and it's just so quiet and smooth. I will never need an industrial machine but would love to see what you're one can do 😁
The first sewing machine that i bought and still use is a Montgomery Wards one that I got in 1973. It still works as good as the day I brought it home. I don't use it much anymore as the buttonhole maker is a 4 step that you have to really watch the length of the hole while stitching. I sure can stitch heavy fabric nicely. I've only had to replace the belt once and of course the bulb a few times. I have a New Home that I bought a few years ago. Stitches very nicely too. My serger is a Brother. My embroidery machine is an older Memory Craft. I also have my Grandmother's machine from, I think the 1930's. Lastly I have just the machine head (no working parts) of a Franklin machine that was also my Grandmother's I have it on display in my sewing room. Would love a demo on the Juki.
I have been buying and fixing up vintage sewing machines. One of the ones I am going to keep is a treadle machine made in 1904. I was a seamstress for years and I have other newer machines but I just love the old ones. Now I just need to learn how to treadle.love watching your videos.
My husband and I have been buying mostly Singer machines at garage sales in NJ USA. We bring them in for a tune up and often gift them to young ladies who will use them to make their clothes modest.
When the pandemic started, I managed to buy a beginner Janome sewing machine. It was great! I’ve just upgraded to a Babylock Zeal. It’s still a beginner machine but the one feature I like is that I can see the bobbin and if I run out, I can tell. But it’s the only machine I have and I’m quite happy in that way.
I had no idea industrial was built into the table. I have a "heavy duty" Jamone HD-1000 and LOVE it. Every sewing class I would take, they used this machine. So I bought my own. But my first machine was a singer simple. I can't part with it because it has too many memories.
I have a BLACK 1000 JANOME’ ( Last Nov., 2019 ) from JoAnne in Columbus, Ohio and NOT impressed! 2020 plus Moved to Boston & NO place to learn to USE IT! 😿 ! I need to UPGRADE & get back to work , SAVE $$$!
I also have a green Necchi SuperNova. They were made from about 1955-1958. Great machine. P.S. You should really try to use that Singer 201-3. I's quite special, specifically because it does need a belt. The other 201s were direct drive, meaning their motors used gears, much like your new Juki. It was a dressmakers machine and it really wouldn't be hard to put a motor on it or find a treadle base to drop it into.
This was a fun video. You are a delight to watch. I just have 2, Brother SE400 embroidery and a 1819 Singer115 which was given to me. My husband and I restored it. Runs like a dream💗. Did not work at all when I got it. My next machine I want is a Singer 9960😊.
I recently upgraded to a Bernina 770QE. I LOVE having an automatic tie off and thread cutter. I still use my trusty New Home HF3000 for basic sewing. I can totally relate to your excitement for the new machine. Oh, and I’m pretty sure Necchi is pronounced neck-ee.
I love my Juki DL 8700-7H!!! Same computer, silent servo motor. But you just upped my expectations! We had them at my fashion school too! Now I want a Juki serger!
I have never used a Juki. I wanted to get a Bernina. It was out of my budget , so I got a Singer. It has a presser foot too. I have 5 sewing machines. I have 3 brothers and 2 singers. I’m learning to quilt now but I’m looking forward to trying your stuff too.
Fairly new to sewing machines but I spent decades as an industrial maintenance mechanic. The advantage of a split machine/motor is that when one part needs to be rebuilt you can swap in a different unit and the combination remains on line. If neither part is rebuildable it makes more sense to combine them into a unit designed to be scrapped at the end of it's useful service life.
Yes, I want to see a demonstration of the Juki. My first job ever was in a pocketbook factory, sewing on industrial HIgh Post, where I could turn around the the bottom with welting, and all that. I am 60 and just now going to get a sweing machine, to do drapery and reupholstering, to start with, and can't stop whining about getting a great industrial machine. Anyway, I think I'm going to start with a Bernina 1008 to learn everything on, but I would LOVE to see your Juki demonstration.
The Singer 201K in you cabinet looks to be in beautiful condition. You should resurrect it. It would only be a small cost but well worth it. That is the BEST Singer machine ever made, they were beautifully made and engineered. The machines that followed were redesigned to make them less expensive to make. All the best.
Beautiful collection of machines. I like the one that is locked away in the curio cabinet. I have taken a liking to vintage machines and industrials lately...it's the heavy duty metal. TFS
Your Machines are lovely, none of mine are fancy industrials but a good portion are 60's and 70's so they're all good heavy old rigs. There's about 16 machines in my home, yup I have a problem, but before you judge I do have a defense. Most are used for my volunteer work, over the years I've saved a few machines from second hand stores & use the to teach at a local center when I can. I keep them running as best I can for this purpose. &since they take up half my very little sewing room, I can't go overboard on fabric lol.😂
I have 2 sewing machines. One is a computerized 690Q Husqvarna and the other is a mechanical Bernette. I also have a combination serger/ cover stitch machine by Baby Lock but I really only use it for serving. I don’t need to upgrade. I’m good!
Thank you so much for your wonderful tutorials and for acknowledging that men also enjoy sewing. You are such a lovely lady and so poised. I have 4 Necchis, 2 Janome Heavy Duty( which are my go to workhorses) and several Singers. My serger is Brother and it works well (I also keep my machines clean and well oiled. I primarily sew bags of many kinds including some veg dyed leather. I am in Florida USA where it's very easy to pick up vintage machines very reasonably priced. Hence the herd of Necchis. They will also go on seemingly forever.
OMG! Evelyn Wood reminds me of the vintage actresses from Masterpiece or English mysteries on WETA UK. Absolutely adorable. I have 3 SM's (2 industrials). What is the new model #? No belt & contained oil?! Brilliant. All the best & much success on your latest addition. Cheers.
Very interested in the industrial sewing machine and how it works. I presently have several Bernina sewing machines, 790+ and 475, also Bernina sergers, L450 and L890. I teach sewing here in Texas. I am a garment sewer, and I sew 4-5 hours a day when I am not teaching. I like your videos. Thank you.
Evelyn, They do not make the Brother NX600 anymore as you say. I have the same model and newer machines do not have the same capabilities as the 600. I purchased mine just when they finished production and found just the one available. I had to send away for it from Western Australia to Queensland. It has never let me down and with all the features it has, is irreplaceable for the price. Machines like the 600 are few and far between and I have not found one that I really love as much. I recently upgraded to the Singer QS 9960 which is very good, but my Brother still holds No. 1 spot. I would love to be able to upgrade to the Brother Dream machine, but that will never be possible due to my financial situation. Also I have the same model Brother Coverstitch that you own, but find mine is a very 'stiff' machine. I keep hoping it will loosen up with use, but not sure.
I just started sewing, with a basic, cheap, beginner sewing machine that looks a lot like a Singer, but it's not. it has some 15 types of stitches, including zig-zag, a hidden stitch? and 2 decorative ones. and it does buttonholes as well. it works well for now, so i can't complain or anything. i don't like machine embroidery, so i try to improve my hand-embroidering ... first, i want to become more confident with cutting the fabric and sewing, and then consider upgrading. i'd probably be interested in a quilter. but way far into the future. It was nice seeing your collection, and seeing you excited about the new machine.
I thin your taking it with the right approach! I always suggest that you only upgrade when yoy know you are into sewing for sure, then you can comfortably get a really nice one you will love!!!
Congrats!! I have 2 machines. I had 4, 2 of which were working pedal vintage. But as has been said, non-sewists just don't understand. I would love to have the Juki and understand it a bit more. But I love the overall design and look of your Brother sewing machine and sadly 😥 they don't make it anymore. Thanks for inviting us into your sewing room.
Wonderful new machine! I would love too see you demonstrate it. Jukis are my favorite. I have a herd of six domestic Jukis. And I have a Necchi Supernova just like yours too. I do not have a sewing business though so no industrial machines here. Thanks for sharing your collection with us Evelyn.
I will admit to having four old Singers, they are set up to do different things. My oldest is a 1948 Singer and the newest is a 1966 Touch and Sew (when they still had metal gears) I use as a chain stitcher. I also have a first run Singer Zig Zag machine for home sewing made in Scotland that, while it sew's perfectly and is maintained isn't practical to use and is on display. I also have a couple other machines all mechanical and the ever popular Brother 1034D that's been my work hours for about fifteen years. Like you it's hard to give up a sewing machine friend I've for years so I'll probably just drool over the new Juki's.
What a selection! Clearly for a working dressmaker! I have my late grandma's Singer 404 along with its card table where it fits in. I learned to sew on it, and love it. Considering adding a 237 for the zig-zag.
@@Evelyn__Wood Just got them in the last two days. The Singer from 1958 and the Kohler (probably same time) don't work anymore unfortunately. But the Naumann, from just after WW 1, still works. Hope to try him out soon.
@@Evelyn__Wood I didn't collect them until last Tuesday when I "walked" into 2 machines at the thriftstore. I fell in love instantly. Then out of nowhere a woman comes to me and says she has an old one that still works and am I interested? Of course. So now I have a small collection. They are so beautiful. Prettier than the modern ones. All though the modern ones are easier to work with.
I got a Singer Brilliance (80 stitches) for Christmas and it is just.. Wow. "My" very first machine was my mother's and it was industrial and at the time I only used a sewing machine to make small little bags and filled them with lavender or something. I eventually broke it when I tried to use the table. Glad my mom wanted to upgrade anyway. Upps. The next one, also my mother's, was I think an Eva something. It was a domestic one. It was pretty good but around 4 years ago the tension would often have problems and the zigzag would just be wobbly, every different sized zigzag needed a different bobin tension. I cleaned and oiled it regularly so it was very strange. It was very good with denim and thick fabrics and many layers of fabric. My old machine was a very basic one, it wasn't particularly good looking back, the tension would other change, it would often jam and it didn't have a stretch stitch and the wheel to change the stitch length would jam when I wanted to go over 1.8 cm. But it fulfilled my needs at the time. It was a cheep domestic one, first hand. It served its purpose, may it rest in peace. (when I figure out what exactly is wrong I will probably donate it to my old high-school because their art class also involves sewing.) Anyways new one is just amazing. I can even position the needle for a straight stitch at different places of the foot if you get what I mean so it is really good for topstitches and hems. I also have an overlocker and it was a life saver before ei had my new machine but now that I have all these stitches on my new one I don't really need it. I use it from time to time. Both of them are domestic and from singer. Best 300 € I have spent and it already payed off with tee amount of t-shirts and shirts and shorts and dresses I make
Hi Evelyn, I love seeing other people’s sewing machine collections! I have been sewing since I was 5, my mother taught me. She literally taught me everything, she was a gifted seamstress. I could draft patterns even when I was a young girl. I am finally fulfilling my dream of having a business that is all things sewing. Soon to come. Anyway, my collection: (sidebar-yours is very inclusive and practical, smart I think). So one part of my business has become rescuing sewing machines and cleaning them up and reselling them to a good home haha. Like an animal shelter except sewing machines. So at present I think I have 12 total. Actually one the way makes 12. I have the Singer Featherweight 1952 - the one I learned to sew on which sadly I inherited last month when my mom died. I have the Featherweight 1953 - she gave me for my 21st birthday. I used that exclusively until last year, I moved home from NZ for my mom and started to sew again. As I got more inspired, my main thing was knits, ( now expanding )so I needed a zig zag, so my primary sewing machine is a Pfaff Passport 2.0. I have a Huskqvarna Husklock Serger, 2 vintage Baby lock sergers and a Janome Cover Pro 1000. My current rescues and some are kind of not for sale I guess, I’m never sure-ok I have a bit of a problem-2 Huskqvarna Huskystars, (from the 90s I think, they are blue and excellent), 2 vintage Kenmore 70’s era, 2 Husqvarna vintage 70’s era, all 4 unbelievable workhorses. Also a Pfaff Hobby, I am fixing up for my best friends 40th, I hope he loves it! And I have another Pfaff Hobby on the way. I also am hoping to get a Babylock Imagine with the air threading from a woman in LasVegas, I will sell my other serger if I get it. My dream machine is either the Juki you just got, ( the oil scares the crap out of me, so your new one sounds great-I shudder to check the price though.) and my other dream machine has been a Pfaff Creative Icon. That is kind of changing though. I can get a professional embroidery machine for less $. I want to monogram some of my products. Anyway, I hope my list isn’t too long and hairy for you. I’m just really into learning about how sewing machines work and also think I serve a need for people shopping for used machines as I have used them instead if other online sellers that just say only that the machine is tested. All of mine have sold by word of mouth but I’m going to go on eBay with them soon. There are so many exciting opportunities for experienced sewers now, I feel like I’m dreaming. It also keeps me close to my mom, I am very sentimental about our sewing connection. I asked her before she died how she knew she could teach me so young and she told me her grandmother taught her when she was 5. I never knew it. Everything she made was perfect. She sewed quilts for babies being taken into foster care by the police, ( the quilts were a way of comforting them)an organization called Binkies. She made hundreds of lovely little quilts for them. Anyway that sort of sums things up. I love your channel, I am planning on doing vintage as well, but I am into the 70s. I’ve learned a lot from you, thanks so much Evelyn! I noticed this was March, I hope you are enjoying your Juki❤️💯
So which machine are wanting to upgrade to next? And just for fun, I counted I have 7 sewing machines!!! 😀 HOW MANY DO YOU HAVE?
Zero AHAHAHAHAH, i haven't bought one yet 😂.
I'm gonna buy one in the summer after my courses end.
I discovered last month that I enjoy sewing: I was working on some carnival costumes with my mom and she needed help to make all the costumes, so i helped her and used a sewing machine for the first time in my life. I kinda fell in love with it and now I'm saving up some money to actually buy one for myself and start trying and having fun with it 😀.
Your videos are a great inspiration! You're awesome and funny and i really enjoy watching your videos!
Salutes from Italy! (by the way sorry for bad english, I'm working on it)
Regarding "Necchi" 's pronunciation is like: neck + 'e' ☺️
i have 6 :D
2 domestic sewing machine singer and brother, 2 overlocks singer and brother, 1 singer cover stitch machine and 1 industrial sewing machine same as yours. 3 of them just came today from Vietnam to Finland. Planning to get my industrial overlock and embroidery for the next :)
forgot to mention that i still keep my vintage wheel sewing machine, 2 of them so totally 8 hahahhah
I have two a domestic elna overlocker and singer sewing machine . Have been saving up for a semi industrial Juki TL- 2010q (straight stitch) as they are very good for domestic quilting . Loved seeing all of your machines!
I love seeing other people's machines. I have 4 machines which makes sense to us sewers but non-sewers just don't get it, lol.
Ha ha I AGREE! I know you understand the 7, but anyone else just thinks.... 'what 7 sewing machines!!! Dont they do they same thing'
I'm up to 7 as well. I have a problem
Envy, envy, envy! If I had the money but more importantly the space, then 7 seems a goodly amount. I would love to add a Singer treadle machine to it, in working order. I do wonder how much your neighbours love you. I grew up in a neighbourhood where a neighbour, a few houses up behind us, owned an industrial sewing machine. Nighttime was the worst as the quiet made the sound carry. It wasn't monotonous enough for sleep either. I never discovered what she was making.
@@Evelyn__Wood I have 9 sewing machines
I dont sew much but I had 16 sewing machines at one time. lol Im down to 3 now.
I am a sewing machine nerd so I would love to see a demonstration of the Juki. I have a Janome Atalier, a Janome 525S and a Singer serger. Oh and 2 vintage machines that I could not leave lingering in charity shops, a pretty 1908 Singer and beautiful 1920 Frister and Rossmann. Perhaps I could squash my family into a smaller space to make room for a few more 🤔
Yes!!!! Rescue them all 🤣🤣
Sounds good to me!
😂😂😂
I agree with you. Why can't they occupy smaller spaces 🤣🤣
This is my first visit to your “sewing room “I love it. I’ve been sewing for fifty years and now that I’m retired I’ve gotten back into it and my love has only grown sweeter. I will be spending lots of time with you.
I'm retired too and my whole life has gotten sweeter. Isn't retirement WONDERFUL!!!? You get to live your whole life instead of only getting to live on Saturday. Time is the ultimate currency.
I have never met a Juki machine that I didn't love! They will last for decades if properly maintained.
Is this the same for the ones which have electronic features?
People who take home & sew for factories have to change their industrial sewing machines after 2 years. So even these industrials won't go forever. If you buy an industrial from a hobbyist or seamstress it will be fine, but not from those who will grind them to the point where it's on its last legs.
Looks like a fabulous machine! I absolutely LOVE my old Brother machine that I got at a thrift store for $9. I cleaned it up and at first was only interested in seeing how it worked (all mechanical, no computer) but then I got hooked on sewing with it. Test stitches became tool-bags, tool-bags became ladies' shoulder bags, then pant hemming, and more. I'm having a BLAST and it's only been about a year! I wish that I had found this whole new thing earlier in my life. I have been a violin-maker for 61 years and this craft is my new life! I truly enjoy your videos and always come away with a tidbit or more of knowledge, and ALWAYS a smile. You are very refreshing. My best to you.
Congratulations..having worked in a sewing machine factory for 30 years, that made mens sportcoats and suits...I did a number of different things and used the industrial straight stitch machine and one of them had a knife attached to trim material and had the knee paddle for lifting pressure foot. I also used the industrial serger to go around certain material sleeves before they were sewn together. My main job was setting buttons on the sleeves and having machine sew them on. It had 2 foot pedals...1 for lifting the small clamp.. that I put button in and the other for power. Later they got computerized machine and it was great in many ways. I have 'older' model straight sewer at home and a 4 thread serger. The straight machines I used had an automatic bobbin winder and we always had a good supply. Take care.
I worked in a Custom Upholstery and Fabrication Plant. Mainly upholstery but once in awhile, I made valances.
I worked in sweater factory back in the day .Ran Union Special labeling MACHINE
Like evelyn WOOD, I have a JUKI 8700 very quiet, very sturdy. Very good for heavy duty, a true work-horse, never abandon you & a NECCHI BU from my aunt, good for zig zag but it is not for professional use I have already once tested the BROTHER FS20 electronic, very quiet . All these 3 sewing machine are very good in their field. I don't like new SINGER & new ELNA. I have also a SINGER 191 from the 1950... it is a 15 singer improved. noisy for me but does the job one level under the JUKI.
I purchased my Brother Innovis 600 in 2007. Just replaced the bobbin case as I wore it out. My baby is a workhorse and has paid for itself 1000 times over what I paid. I hope to keep her another 15-20 years. Congratulations on the purchase of your Juki.
Evelyn I’m sorry but you have a lot to answer too ! My Wife who has a little vintage Hawaiian dress business loves watching your videos. Unfortunately she watched this episode and listened to every word you said. She totally fell in love with this Juki model all thanks to you ! She became obsessed with your singing praises of the machine. All she kept on about was Juki this and Juki that. Evelyn loves them so they must be good blah blah blah.
Well as you could imagine this was driving me up the wall. I had to stop this chitter chatter before I lost my mind ! So I devised a cunning plan. I found an old vintage car and restored it. With the money I raised from selling it I purchased her the same Juki as you’ve been banging on about.
Well I gave it to her on Christmas Day. She was over the moon. I’ve never seen anyone so happy.
Personally I blame you. Thank you for making her mad and happy in the same amounts. I’m thinking of putting a ban on your videos. But something tells me she’ll watch them on the quiet !
Thank you and keep up the good work ! Tut
P.S look her up. She’s called THE HOUSE OF BAMBOO.
Bye x
I realise this video is 5 years old now but I've only just seen it!
I have 4 machines - my trusty 20 year old semi-industrial Janome 6500P sewing machine, my 20 year old Brother 1034D overlocker, my 2 year old Brother industrial 6 thread PR680W embroidery machine and an old hand-wound Singer sewing machine in a wooden carry case (like you, this is for display purposes only, but mine has the orginal case and all the original cottons, bobbins etc. inside).
I may look to upgrade my Janome within the next couple of years and was thinking of something industrial this time and your Juki has caught my interest.
Many thanks for the great videos - welcome back and I'm ecstatic that you are fully recovered - I followed your progress all the way through and saw you ringing that bell, that must have felt amazing (although there was still a fair way to go at that point).
You are an inspiration to us all, keep it up!
I have a 1916 Singer treadle machine in its original cabinet. It belonged to my great grandmother and has been passed down to me. I took it into “THE” sewing machine guy in my area. Per the expert everything works like new. He cleaned and oiled it because it’s been used by my mother as an entryway table for the last 40 years and certainly had tons of dust in the works. It even sews leather.
My mom grew up sewing on that one! It must be a fabulous machine.
NO OIL BATH!!!!! Oh, yes! Please, PLEASE, show us your new baby! I've been afraid of industrial machines because of the room they need and the mess of keeping them.
Is it weird that I LOVED this video and introduction to your machines? All of your videos are a real treat - thank you so much - and I am hoping you’ll show us more about your new industrial Juki. Please keep doing what you’re doing. You are a delight!
Thankyou Barbara 😘
Oh, and I have a few machines myself. High end Bernina, Babylock quilting machine for when I’m mad at the high end Bernina, work horse Bernina that never disappoints, a Babylock serger that I’m afraid of, specialty Sashiko Babylock, and an old Kenmore in a cabinet that I grew up with (really old, ha!).
I have two of the same vintage singer machine. They still work very well and make the best stiches. These can be run with a motor or a treadle. You can get the treadle base for this and it will work just as well as it did when it was new. I use a rubber belt and not the leather one as it slips too much. I now use a singer from 1950 that has zig-zag that works in the treadle base.
What a delightful video!!
I'm a retiree who quilts or sews every day for the sheer pleasure of it. I'll never need a commercial machine but love seeing your new Juki "baby". It's MAGNIFICENT and I wish you many years of success with it. You are VERY talented, and I love knowing about what you do.
I've been sewing since age 7 (I'm now 68) when Mom began teaching me on her 1940-ish White Rotary, one of those black, crinkle-finish "tanks". It's a wonderful machine, mounted in its own table, and I keep it as a sentimental reminder of my beloved mother. It still works and I run it now and then to keep it functional. I have a total of 6 machines including mom's: a 30-ish year old Baby Lock (a gem), a vintage Kenmore 158 mounted in its own table that I use as my backup because it runs beautifully. I have a 3-year-old Brother similar to yours, just newer, which is my travel machine for quilting group days. My serger is a rather old Euro Pro and it still gives great service, but I don't use much. I have a "new-ish" Brother Innov-is VQ3000 which has virtually every function I will ever need or want. I can put a ballpoint double needle in it for seaming and hemming knits (depending on the width between needles) and it makes a lovely stitch similar to that of a cover-stitch, ergo I have little need for the serger anymore.
I have a soft spot for well-made vintage machines from the 60's and earlier, before manufacturers began using plastic and nylon parts. My beautiful little Kenmore can do almost anything and with good care will keep going for generations to come. I'm quite sure your Necchi is a 60's model and most likely has nothing but metal inside, gears and all. It's a beauty.
Thanks for all of the marvelous videos and please keep them coming!
The first real machine I used as a kid was an old Necchi from a thrift shop. It only would sew straight or zig zag stitches but it was built like a tank. My mother upgraded to a new machine in the late 1970s giving the Necchi to a neighbor. To this day we wish we had kept it.
Types of machines do sometimes come back into your life! My mother sewed on a Singer touch n sew (1964 model 600e) & I learn to sew on that machine and she still has it in her possession to this day. I just 2 years ago purchased a used Singer touch n sew model 600e! The memories it brings back & I didn't need to have someone teach me about it! It now has a home in a beautiful refurbished 1960's style cabinet (a singer branded one!) in my new craft room. I'm a very happy gal!
Evelyn: That video was so much fun to watch. I've got 2-1/2 sewing machines. Yep. My beautiful old Singer treadle: I broke the belt on a couple of weeks ago, PLUS, the mice tossed out one of the pristine metal plates and I found it on the floor. Couldn't figure out what it was so tossed it in the garbage! I did. Then, the next time I opened the treadle - ta dah - there's a hole where the metal plate should've been, and I knew immediately that I'd done a very, very bad thing. So I can only count this as 1/2 a machine - after having it for over 30 years intact. (sigh). Then I have my Janome which I love, and which was an upgrade from my old Husqvarna which I now only use for zippers. Evelyn, I'd love to see a video on sewing jobs you reject, and why. I think that would be helpful for a lot of people. Thanks for another great vid.
Oh no!!! Your treadle!! I hate when things like this happen! At least being a Singer there should be heaps of spare parts around! I'd never thought of a video like this! Though I had thought about some content aimed at those who want to sell there wares!
You might still be able to find the part on Ebay!
@@SandcastleDreams Hi. Thanks for the suggestion. I'll check it out.
This video is the one that began my RUclips research of Juki straight-stitch sewing machines. I have chosen to add the Juki Haruka TL 18 QVP to my line up. Not an industrial machine (I used them in college, too), but up to 1500 stitches per minute and strong piercing power. Thank you for giving me a little push in that direction. Oh, I have five Viking machines I sew with, and an antique treadle my great-grandmother used.
My question to your other video had been answered... thanks to this video.
I can stay the whole day looking at you..,
Your facial expression, the way you speak... everything... makes me feel refresh and happy. You are so beautiful.
Thanks for so much informations regarding the machines. God bless you more!!!
I have a direct drive - potted motor- Singer 201. No belt. Built in . . . Ready? 1951! It’s beautiful and runs like a dream and makes the prettiest stitches I’ve ever seen! If I ever find a 201 with a belt (and I know they were mostly sold in Australia and Great Britain. We’ve only a few here in the states) I’d snatch it up and convert it to a treadle. ❤️ Enjoy your beautiful new machine! Oh, and since you asked I’ve got a pretty little Singer Festherweight that I bought used when I was 19- long before they were popular- it was built in 1958. And two more modern machines that I almost never use- but they are sweet.
The commercial Brother overlocker is my fave. I have had so many Brother office machines in the past and never had any problems except with software updates when they got older. No computers or electronics, less problems. Juki is the way to go in industrial sewing machines!!!
I'm quite low in the list of machines. I still use and love my Elna lotus sp that I got for my 21st birthday in 1972. I bought their overlocker in the mid 1980s. Also still going brilliantly.
Besides her modern machine my sister has our mother's old Singer - rather like the one in your cabinet but it does have a motor. She loves its weight. I learned to sew dolls clothes on it when I was about 6 years old.
First: You're such a sweetheart 😍😊 second: I'm very interested in a Juki video 😊 I would love to try an industrial , simply to know how that feels like😁
Thanks for watching!!! Industrials are everything!!! At least is you ALOT!
I have a simple home sewing machine but OMG, when I used my nearby college's sewing lab's industrial Jukis, I was blown away! They are SOOO good!! I can't go back to my home one 😂
I purchased a Juki 9000C FMS last week. I’m an avid sewer, and I also teach sewing. Interested in the automatic features that are now set digitally, also love the encased oil system. Eager to learn all the ins and outs of the industrial sewing .
I don’t think I’ll ever need an industrial machine but I’m curious to know how they work (and in turn how it differs to a domestic one!). Another video would be great 😊
Congratulations on your beautiful new machine! Loved seeing all your other interesting machines. I laughed when you showed your vintage display Singer. I still use a 1951 Singer anniversary edition machine that looks pretty similar! May you enjoy many, many years of sewing with your new machine.
thankyou 😘😘
Wow! I really admire your collection of machines. My fav is your new Juki and the Brother. I only have 1 machine that is a Kenmore that my husband purchased for me in 1996 brand new from Sears department store here in the USA. And she is still going strong.
Can I just say, “I love you!” 😂😂 such a cute blooper at the end!! I love all your videos and am a happy student of your online vintage courses!! They help TREMENDOUSLY!!!💙💙💙😍🏆🏆🏆
I have a Bernina 160 virtuoso I bought new back in the '90's. I also have a Bernina overlocker.
I have three: a Bernina 1530, that has been wonderfully and miraculously resuscitated recently, a beautiful green Husqvarna Automatic CL21 from the fifties/sixties and a rather basic Lewenstein serger. I refound my sewing spark recently and can’t wait to dive into all of your videos. Thank you so much for making these!
I currently have 2 because my first one broke. I don't like the 2nd one very much but honey is upgrading me this week with the Brother 5055PRW edition and I can't wait.
I love seeing all the machines in the background. I find it very inspiring. I started sewing about 3 years ago but didn't stay with the hobby for long. I recently picked it back up and you could say I'm what you call and "ambitious sewist". I just want to jump right into everything.
I have dreams of owning a serger and an industrial one day but that's far down the line.
From all the videos I watch I enjoy seeing the Juki operate the most. I love its sound for some odd reason. Thanks for sharing your collection with us. You really rock, Evelyn. I have a book filled with notes from your videos. I jot down the tips and tidbits that you drop in between instructing, like how and items might wrinkle if you sew from the wrong direction and stuff like that.
Horse training, photography, stained glass , and now sewing, I always seem to get into expensive hobbies. But I like for things I create to be the very best Thank you for all the wonderful videos and information.
I have a Juki DX7 home sewing machine and I just love it! It also has the knee bar for lifting the presser foot. You can also program it to lift on its own every time you stop sewing so that you can pivot/turn the fabric; then you press the sewing pedal and the presser foot goes down and starts sewing again, without the knee bar. This is great for pivoting and sewing around corners and also chain sewing pieces for quilting. It saves you so much time by not having to reach behind and lift the foot each time. Your excitement over your new machine gave me a smile and a chuckle! It's so fun when you get something new!! Congratulations!!
I LOVE your channel. You have a great presence and are so kind to share your experience with us. Now that you've mentioned having gone to Fashion School...I'm enthralled and wonder if I could find a local one. Keep up the great work, and enjoy that new machine, it looks fabulous!
I have 5 industrials and 4 home machines.I love them all. I have a Brother straight stitch a Chandler walking foot for leather a 5 thread serger Wilcox and Gibbs a Singer double needle and a Phaff zig zag.My home machines are 2 sergers 1 set up for rolled hem only and a Ricca 4 thread a Brother embrodery machine and a Jukie cover stitch! I couldn't live without them.
I have a domestic Janome, a Singer and a Brother from yard sales, and an old Kenmore that I am cleaning up that my son found in the shed when he moved, I also have a kick-ass 12 needle emb. machine, which is a Happy Voyager from Texmac, and a Tiara, which is a sit -down long arm, that I bought used, for quilting. I have been sewing more than 50 years and I just love it!! I am really into making quilts, but I have a new little granddaughter, so I want to make some cute dresses, too. Oh, I forgot, I have a White's Serger that I bought new, on clearance, that I am still afraid of.
I just love how unapologetically 1920's your makeup is. So many people want "flapper" makeup for costumes and things, but then they just do a black smokey eye, dark eyebrows, and red or vampy lipstick. NO. At best, it's flapper inspired. But your makeup is just like descriptions from the decade! It's so fun to see someone who enjoys a more accurate vintage style ♥️
My sewing machines....old Singer treadle from my grandma, 1936 Singer Featherweight, 1951 Centennial Singer Featherweight, crinkle finish old Brother, 1950s Kenmore, 1950s sky blue Consumer ( I bought it because of the color and it reminds me of a two tone winged 50s car...very pretty), 1990s New Home free arm, 1988 New Home serger, and an old little Singer Sew Handy in beige. They are all very clean and they all work great. I love them all! I try very hard to not acquire any more sewing machines.
Nice collection!!
I just upgraded my Kenmore sewing machine (20-25 years old)...to a computerized Singer Quantum (coming on Friday). I am making a lot of clothes so I want newer features. I can't wait!!! I have a Juki Serger next on my wish list or a Babylock self threader serger. One of my girlfriends is buying my old Kenmore which still works great! Things that make us happy!!!!! XO
I’m just about to upgrade to a new to me brother innovis 10a. It will be my first computerized machine. I decided on this one because it has all the stitches I will ever need, 1 step buttonhole, snap on feet, slider speed control, needle up and down button and an automatic back stitch, automatic needle threader. Every function I’m ever likely to need.
The girl who was selling was only selling to upgrade to a machine with more stitch options. I just can’t wait for it to arrive.. although I’ll probably just sit and admire it for a couple of days!!
Wishing you many happy hours of fun and success with your beautiful new machine. X
Five. A 100 year old hand Singer. A 70 year old Singer treadle. Brother electric overlocker. Brother electric with zig zag, etc. And a small lightweight cheapo on long loan to a friend. I use the treadle machine and absolutely love it, It does free motion quilting..
Wow!! You use the treadle alot? And for free motion???? Wow!!
I wish I could have kept my previous machines, but life goes on.
I learned to sew on a Singer touch n sew 600e (vintage 1963-1965) my mother still has to this day! I got in the early 80's my first real machine from a girl friend (Sears Kenmore from the mid 60's), then got my only lemon in the mid 90's(singer imperial 😲) it was so bad my hubby left it at the sewing machine shop when he took it in for the last time (been in the shop more than at home!) Then I purchased a used Viking Husqvarna mid 70's unit (brown & beige with colored cams for decorative stitches). Had to let it go after about 6-7 years (this was about 2003) when the machine was getting worn out and not guaranteed to be fixable next time. Then purchased, a used Viking Husqvarna #1 (their 1st computerized machine from the late 90's). I finally let that one go in 2020 (just before the pandemic) when I purchased a used Singer touch n sew model 600e (just like my mother's!). I loved my viking but the computer was getting wonky & unreliable. Now my singer (which came with the original case!) Had been placed into a beautiful 1960's model sewing cabinet - which was found at a flea market & included a few extras and the storage seat. It now had a home in my craft room (refinished and machine having a complete service!)
So something from your past does return to your life again!
OMG I love that Juki. I have a 1978 industrial Mitsubishi and the first thing I noticed is how quiet the Juki is. Congratulations on the upgrade. The singer can still work if you attach a hand crank. It's very easy to do and they're available on ebay.
It is sooo quiet right!!! Im not sure I'd enjoy a hand crank machine, I like 2 hands to sew! And it fits my cabinet so nice! 😘😘
Your videos are just as beautiful and uplifting as your personality. Thank you for sharing your knowledge with us.God bless You!
Congratulations on your new sewing. machine. It’s gorgeous!!! My cousin owns a sewing machine museum in England. He has many machines and wants to save them all. I love old machines. I especially love the sewing machine old cabinets too. I would love to see you sewing with your new machine. I am looking for a new machine. Have fun with your machine. Have a nice day!! 😊 🧵
Hi Evelyn: I’m so glad you explained the differences, I kind of felt dumb asking (ha ha ha) what the machines were for. I absolutely love your Singer vintage model you have on display. It looks just like my grandma’s sewing machine from back in the day. I love your cute scarf. Congrats on your new Juki!!!
Thank you for this delightful video! I especially enjoyed the brief peek under the hood (or would you say, "bonnet"?) of your industrial machine. Years ago, I worked on a study of industrial sewing machine operators. At the time I was not at all into sewing, so I did not pay any attention to their machines (but lots to their back and leg postures!) Now I wish I could go back for a day and pay better attention to what was going on! Keep up the wonderful work!
Congregations on your new machine!! Just loved your tour. Machines fascinate me. Found that the Kenmore 385 series was made by janome. Brother actually owns babylock. Singer, at one time, was made by Pfaff. Oh, goodness, the history is so fascinating! Love sewing machines -- just wish I could buy all I enjoy. Thank you again for your tour.
YES PLEASE... show in depth New Juki! 🤗🤗🤗
The pronunciation for Italian machine, that I've heard, is KNEE-chee. ☺
thankyou!! I've been told it's 'neeki' a few times in the comments now!
The cc is the ch sound. KNEE-chee 😀
In Italian, cci is pronounced chee and chi is pronounced kee, so Necchi is pronounced NEHK-kee.
It is pronounced necki. The i at the end is short, not long as in key, but more as in hanky.
I have 12 so far :) A Brother innovis embroidery special edition Laura Ashley (that cost me as much as a car back then, and it it pretty much sings and dances), Brother F420, Singer overlock, 80's Singer Merritt 2404, 80's Janome New Home (it's my only truly portable one), 2 -70's Huskvarnas 5000 series (1 has colorcoded cams system), 30's Jones Empress handcrank (I bought it at a charity shop for £15 and makes the most beautiful stitch), 50's Singer 319K Black, 2-50's Singer 201K, one is treadle, the other has a potted motor.
I would love to see a video of what your new industrial machine can do, it looks awesome! :-)
I have just one sewing machine myself: A 1971 Kenmore 158.18023. Got her last year and she came in a nice wooden cabinet, with all of the feet, the embroidery cams, buttonhole attachment, monogramming attachment (which I will never use), and several other things. I don't think she was used that much, but she was in pristine condition, with a gorgeous pale mint green skin. All metal, no electronics, so I took her apart and cleaned and oiled her thoroughly and now she purrs like a kitten. I am now obsessed with the old all metal Kenmore machines, haha.
I am obsessed with the vintage Kenmores also. In my opinion, vintage Kenmores are the BEST sewing machines EVER!!
@@brendagbrindle: I agree. I really want to get another one, specifically the 1913 or 1931; both are mid-70s all metal free-arms, with the embroidery cam gear set up, but I'd be happy to find _any_ old metal Kenmore! :-)
I now own 2 domestic sewing machines. An Elna Explore 240 and an Elna HD1000. Both very beautiful machines. I think they will last me a lifetime. I no longer want nor need industrial machines as I just sew for myself. I once had a Singer 591 industrial sewing machine - not good. I had a Singer overlocker model 340 I think, great machine. I had industrial Juki sewer, good machine & then a Toyota 240AD, absolutely beautiful sewing machine, no trouble ever. I still love mechanical machines the best.
Please tell more about your new machine! Very interesting! Love from AmsterdamX
I am planning on getting a new Singer sewing machine which I will only use rarely and I don't have any experience using one, except the two we had at the prison I worked at and they was an older Singer model and a Juki which was newer and those two brands I know of. I have an old sewing machine built into the table and it belonged to my grandmother who used it until she got sick during the 1970's. The old machine I have looks like the one you don't have the table for and have on display only. It isn't a Singer, but looks like the Singer and I saw some of those older types in Thailand in around 1970 when I went into a mountain village where the women was still using them. Thanks for showing us the ones you have and you are making a living with them and need the best and I wish you all the best.
So excited for this! Please do a video on the features! There's next to nothing on industrial machines. I just got my first juki dnu a couple weeks ago! They are wonderful machines! I think my next big purchase is actually going to be for an industrial embroidery machine. Something that can get through webbing with ease.
Oh that sounds great!! And yes, I guess as they are mentmeant for industry, that industry is not watching RUclips for demos 🤣🤣🤣 Its mostly domestic sewers!
I was given my first machine as a gift (never having sewed before) but I loved it so upgraded to another brother and it's just so quiet and smooth. I will never need an industrial machine but would love to see what you're one can do 😁
thanks for watching Brenda! I wasnt sure how many people would be into seeing what it does anyway!! 😁
The first sewing machine that i bought and still use is a Montgomery Wards one that I got in 1973. It still works as good as the day I brought it home. I don't use it much anymore as the buttonhole maker is a 4 step that you have to really watch the length of the hole while stitching. I sure can stitch heavy fabric nicely. I've only had to replace the belt once and of course the bulb a few times. I have a New Home that I bought a few years ago. Stitches very nicely too. My serger is a Brother. My embroidery machine is an older Memory Craft. I also have my Grandmother's machine from, I think the 1930's. Lastly I have just the machine head (no working parts) of a Franklin machine that was also my Grandmother's I have it on display in my sewing room. Would love a demo on the Juki.
I just posted a new video on the Juki!!
I have been buying and fixing up vintage sewing machines. One of the ones I am going to keep is a treadle machine made in 1904. I was a seamstress for years and I have other newer machines but I just love the old ones. Now I just need to learn how to treadle.love watching your videos.
Thank you so much. My friend just got a Juki Quilting machine. So amazing. You do such amazing work.
Yes I would be interested in the features of your new Juki
It is nice to know, that I am not weird with my machine collection. My Janome broke down in the middle of a project, so going to try the Juki DX 500
Yeah, I love my new machine, it was built in 1901. Singer 29. Still sews like a demon, but I sew leather. LOL.
Bha ha ha 🤣🤣🤣
My husband and I have been buying mostly Singer machines at garage sales in NJ USA. We bring them in for a tune up and often gift them to young ladies who will use them to make their clothes modest.
When the pandemic started, I managed to buy a beginner Janome sewing machine. It was great! I’ve just upgraded to a Babylock Zeal. It’s still a beginner machine but the one feature I like is that I can see the bobbin and if I run out, I can tell. But it’s the only machine I have and I’m quite happy in that way.
I just bought that coverstitch machine! I usually stay away from knits, but not anymore!! 💖💖
Woooo hoooo!!!! New toy 😄😄
I had no idea industrial was built into the table.
I have a "heavy duty" Jamone HD-1000 and LOVE it. Every sewing class I would take, they used this machine. So I bought my own. But my first machine was a singer simple. I can't part with it because it has too many memories.
I wish I still had my very first Jamone!
I have a BLACK 1000 JANOME’ ( Last Nov., 2019 ) from JoAnne in Columbus, Ohio and NOT impressed! 2020 plus Moved to Boston & NO place to learn to USE IT! 😿 !
I need to UPGRADE & get back to work , SAVE $$$!
I also have a green Necchi SuperNova. They were made from about 1955-1958. Great machine.
P.S. You should really try to use that Singer 201-3. I's quite special, specifically because it does need a belt. The other 201s were direct drive, meaning their motors used gears, much like your new Juki. It was a dressmakers machine and it really wouldn't be hard to put a motor on it or find a treadle base to drop it into.
This was a fun video. You are a delight to watch. I just have 2, Brother SE400 embroidery and a 1819 Singer115 which was given to me. My husband and I restored it. Runs like a dream💗. Did not work at all when I got it. My next machine I want is a Singer 9960😊.
I recently upgraded to a Bernina 770QE. I LOVE having an automatic tie off and thread cutter. I still use my trusty New Home HF3000 for basic sewing. I can totally relate to your excitement for the new machine. Oh, and I’m pretty sure Necchi is pronounced neck-ee.
I love my Juki DL 8700-7H!!! Same computer, silent servo motor. But you just upped my expectations! We had them at my fashion school too! Now I want a Juki serger!
I have never used a Juki. I wanted to get a Bernina. It was out of my budget , so I got a Singer. It has a presser foot too. I have 5 sewing machines. I have 3 brothers and 2 singers. I’m learning to quilt now but I’m looking forward to trying your stuff too.
Fairly new to sewing machines but I spent decades as an industrial maintenance mechanic. The advantage of a split machine/motor is that when one part needs to be rebuilt you can swap in a different unit and the combination remains on line. If neither part is rebuildable it makes more sense to combine them into a unit designed to be scrapped at the end of it's useful service life.
Yes, I want to see a demonstration of the Juki. My first job ever was in a pocketbook factory, sewing on industrial HIgh Post, where I could turn around the the bottom with welting, and all that. I am 60 and just now going to get a sweing machine, to do drapery and reupholstering, to start with, and can't stop whining about getting a great industrial machine. Anyway, I think I'm going to start with a Bernina 1008 to learn everything on, but I would LOVE to see your Juki demonstration.
The Singer 201K in you cabinet looks to be in beautiful condition. You should resurrect it. It would only be a small cost but well worth it. That is the BEST Singer machine ever made, they were beautifully made and engineered. The machines that followed were redesigned to make them less expensive to make. All the best.
The "Rolls Royce" of sewing machines deserves a spot where she can be used!
Thanks for sharing your sewing machine choices through the years... and congratulations on your new JUKI!
Beautiful collection of machines. I like the one that is locked away in the curio cabinet. I have taken a liking to vintage machines and industrials lately...it's the heavy duty metal. TFS
Your Machines are lovely, none of mine are fancy industrials but a good portion are 60's and 70's so they're all good heavy old rigs. There's about 16 machines in my home, yup I have a problem, but before you judge I do have a defense. Most are used for my volunteer work, over the years I've saved a few machines from second hand stores & use the to teach at a local center when I can. I keep them running as best I can for this purpose. &since they take up half my very little sewing room, I can't go overboard on fabric lol.😂
I have 2 sewing machines. One is a computerized 690Q Husqvarna and the other is a mechanical Bernette. I also have a combination serger/ cover stitch machine by Baby Lock but I really only use it for serving. I don’t need to upgrade. I’m good!
Thank you so much for your wonderful tutorials and for acknowledging that men also enjoy sewing. You are such a lovely lady and so poised. I have 4 Necchis, 2 Janome Heavy Duty( which are my go to workhorses) and several Singers. My serger is Brother and it works well (I also keep my machines clean and well oiled. I primarily sew bags of many kinds including some veg dyed leather. I am in Florida USA where it's very easy to pick up vintage machines very reasonably priced. Hence the herd of Necchis. They will also go on seemingly forever.
I'm very happy to have such lovley gents like yourself around here! Thanks for watching!!
OMG! Evelyn Wood reminds me of the vintage actresses from Masterpiece or English mysteries on WETA UK. Absolutely adorable. I have 3 SM's (2 industrials). What is the new model #? No belt & contained oil?! Brilliant. All the best & much success on your latest addition. Cheers.
She reminds me of the animated Snow White.
Very interested in the industrial sewing machine and how it works. I presently have several Bernina sewing machines, 790+ and 475, also Bernina sergers, L450 and L890. I teach sewing here in Texas. I am a garment sewer, and I sew 4-5 hours a day when I am not teaching. I like your videos. Thank you.
Evelyn, They do not make the Brother NX600 anymore as you say. I have the same model and newer machines do not have the same capabilities as the 600. I purchased mine just when they finished production and found just the one available. I had to send away for it from Western Australia to Queensland. It has never let me down and with all the features it has, is irreplaceable for the price. Machines like the 600 are few and far between and I have not found one that I really love as much. I recently upgraded to the Singer QS 9960 which is very good, but my Brother still holds No. 1 spot. I would love to be able to upgrade to the Brother Dream machine, but that will never be possible due to my financial situation. Also I have the same model Brother Coverstitch that you own, but find mine is a very 'stiff' machine. I keep hoping it will loosen up with use, but not sure.
I just started sewing, with a basic, cheap, beginner sewing machine that looks a lot like a Singer, but it's not. it has some 15 types of stitches, including zig-zag, a hidden stitch? and 2 decorative ones. and it does buttonholes as well. it works well for now, so i can't complain or anything. i don't like machine embroidery, so i try to improve my hand-embroidering ... first, i want to become more confident with cutting the fabric and sewing, and then consider upgrading. i'd probably be interested in a quilter. but way far into the future. It was nice seeing your collection, and seeing you excited about the new machine.
I thin your taking it with the right approach! I always suggest that you only upgrade when yoy know you are into sewing for sure, then you can comfortably get a really nice one you will love!!!
Congrats!! I have 2 machines. I had 4, 2 of which were working pedal vintage. But as has been said, non-sewists just don't understand. I would love to have the Juki and understand it a bit more. But I love the overall design and look of your Brother sewing machine and sadly 😥 they don't make it anymore. Thanks for inviting us into your sewing room.
Wonderful new machine! I would love too see you demonstrate it. Jukis are my favorite. I have a herd of six domestic Jukis. And I have a Necchi Supernova just like yours too. I do not have a sewing business though so no industrial machines here. Thanks for sharing your collection with us Evelyn.
A herd! I love it.
I love the vintage one you use for display!!!!!!!!!!!!!
3 sewing machines, 1 overlocker and a embroidery machine. Love your machines. Enjoy your new machine.😘
Thanks for watching!! 😘
I will admit to having four old Singers, they are set up to do different things. My oldest is a 1948 Singer and the newest is a 1966 Touch and Sew (when they still had metal gears) I use as a chain stitcher. I also have a first run Singer Zig Zag machine for home sewing made in Scotland that, while it sew's perfectly and is maintained isn't practical to use and is on display. I also have a couple other machines all mechanical and the ever popular Brother 1034D that's been my work hours for about fifteen years. Like you it's hard to give up a sewing machine friend I've for years so I'll probably just drool over the new Juki's.
Doug, plural of juki is jukis
Very excited for you!
The pink brother you have is so so cute and I have searched far and wide for something like it but no luck
What a selection! Clearly for a working dressmaker!
I have my late grandma's Singer 404 along with its card table where it fits in. I learned to sew on it, and love it. Considering adding a 237 for the zig-zag.
Just bought 3! vintage sewingmachines: a Singer, a Kohler and a very old Naumann. Very happy sewer over here.😁
Oh wow!!! 3 new ones all together!! That would mske for some happy times sewing 😀😀 How do you like to sew on your vintage machine?
@@Evelyn__Wood Just got them in the last two days. The Singer from 1958 and the Kohler (probably same time) don't work anymore unfortunately. But the Naumann, from just after WW 1, still works. Hope to try him out soon.
Oh Fab!! You collect them!! I always tight a huge whole wall display of beautiful vintage sewing machines would be fabulous!!
@@Evelyn__Wood I didn't collect them until last Tuesday when I "walked" into 2 machines at the thriftstore. I fell in love instantly. Then out of nowhere a woman comes to me and says she has an old one that still works and am I interested? Of course. So now I have a small collection. They are so beautiful. Prettier than the modern ones. All though the modern ones are easier to work with.
Ha ha ha This sounds EXACTLY like something I would do!! They are so much more beautiful! Enjoy them!!
I got a Singer Brilliance (80 stitches) for Christmas and it is just.. Wow.
"My" very first machine was my mother's and it was industrial and at the time I only used a sewing machine to make small little bags and filled them with lavender or something. I eventually broke it when I tried to use the table. Glad my mom wanted to upgrade anyway. Upps. The next one, also my mother's, was I think an Eva something. It was a domestic one. It was pretty good but around 4 years ago the tension would often have problems and the zigzag would just be wobbly, every different sized zigzag needed a different bobin tension. I cleaned and oiled it regularly so it was very strange. It was very good with denim and thick fabrics and many layers of fabric.
My old machine was a very basic one, it wasn't particularly good looking back, the tension would other change, it would often jam and it didn't have a stretch stitch and the wheel to change the stitch length would jam when I wanted to go over 1.8 cm. But it fulfilled my needs at the time. It was a cheep domestic one, first hand. It served its purpose, may it rest in peace. (when I figure out what exactly is wrong I will probably donate it to my old high-school because their art class also involves sewing.)
Anyways new one is just amazing. I can even position the needle for a straight stitch at different places of the foot if you get what I mean so it is really good for topstitches and hems.
I also have an overlocker and it was a life saver before ei had my new machine but now that I have all these stitches on my new one I don't really need it. I use it from time to time. Both of them are domestic and from singer. Best 300 € I have spent and it already payed off with tee amount of t-shirts and shirts and shorts and dresses I make
I have a coverstitch. I’ve been making bras, camisoles and undies. I love the coverstitch for hemming knits and also applying some ttimmings
hi Evelyn ive just brought a brother a150 im a novas sewer ive been watching your videos just about all day love love them Kerry
Hi Evelyn, I love seeing other people’s sewing machine collections! I have been sewing since I was 5, my mother taught me. She literally taught me everything, she was a gifted seamstress. I could draft patterns even when I was a young girl. I am finally fulfilling my dream of having a business that is all things sewing. Soon to come. Anyway, my collection: (sidebar-yours is very inclusive and practical, smart I think). So one part of my business has become rescuing sewing machines and cleaning them up and reselling them to a good home haha. Like an animal shelter except sewing machines. So at present I think I have 12 total. Actually one the way makes 12. I have the Singer Featherweight 1952 - the one I learned to sew on which sadly I inherited last month when my mom died. I have the Featherweight 1953 - she gave me for my 21st birthday. I used that exclusively until last year, I moved home from NZ for my mom and started to sew again. As I got more inspired, my main thing was knits, ( now expanding )so I needed a zig zag, so my primary sewing machine is a Pfaff Passport 2.0. I have a Huskqvarna Husklock Serger, 2 vintage Baby lock sergers and a Janome Cover Pro 1000. My current rescues and some are kind of not for sale I guess, I’m never sure-ok I have a bit of a problem-2 Huskqvarna Huskystars, (from the 90s I think, they are blue and excellent), 2 vintage Kenmore 70’s era, 2 Husqvarna vintage 70’s era, all 4 unbelievable workhorses. Also a Pfaff Hobby, I am fixing up for my best friends 40th, I hope he loves it! And I have another Pfaff Hobby on the way. I also am hoping to get a Babylock Imagine with the air threading from a woman in LasVegas, I will sell my other serger if I get it. My dream machine is either the Juki you just got, ( the oil scares the crap out of me, so your new one sounds great-I shudder to check the price though.) and my other dream machine has been a Pfaff Creative Icon. That is kind of changing though. I can get a professional embroidery machine for less $. I want to monogram some of my products. Anyway, I hope my list isn’t too long and hairy for you. I’m just really into learning about how sewing machines work and also think I serve a need for people shopping for used machines as I have used them instead if other online sellers that just say only that the machine is tested. All of mine have sold by word of mouth but I’m going to go on eBay with them soon. There are so many exciting opportunities for experienced sewers now, I feel like I’m dreaming. It also keeps me close to my mom, I am very sentimental about our sewing connection. I asked her before she died how she knew she could teach me so young and she told me her grandmother taught her when she was 5. I never knew it. Everything she made was perfect. She sewed quilts for babies being taken into foster care by the police, ( the quilts were a way of comforting them)an organization called Binkies. She made hundreds of lovely little quilts for them. Anyway that sort of sums things up. I love your channel, I am planning on doing vintage as well, but I am into the 70s. I’ve learned a lot from you, thanks so much Evelyn! I noticed this was March, I hope you are enjoying your Juki❤️💯
That's a beautiful machine! I would love to see a tour or your fancy new Juki once you've had a chance to play around with it.
It sews like a hot knife through butter!!! 😁
I currently have a Brother sewing machine and a Juki serger. I love them both. I'm saving for a Bernina 750.