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Juki TL98QE Long-arm Sewing & Quilting Machine FS Sewing Machine Review

peachy — Thu, 11 Feb 2010 03:42:36 +0000

While a basic sewing machine is perfect for basic projects, sometimes doing more complicated projects like quilting can be hard to do. The Juki TL98QE Long-arm Sewing & Quilting Machine FS is not only a sewing machine, but also has specialized features for heavy quilting projects.

It has a drop feed simple lever control with having to change your plates and a heavy duty ¼” quilting foot. Like basic sewing machines, it also has accessories included such as needles, bobbins and screwdrivers for minor repairs.

This sewing and quilting machine is priced from $599.

Juki TL98QE Long-arm Sewing & Quilting Machine FS Specifications:

Weight: 11.5 kg
Dimensions: 452 x 350 x 219 mm
3 Bobbins Metal “L” type
5 Needle pack 15 x 1
Hemmer foot for rolled edges
Straight stitch for seaming and piecing
Spool cap for regular sewing thread spools
Lint brush for rotary hook
US Warranty: 5 years mechanical, 2 years electrical, 90 days adjustments on defects in material or workmanship
Non-US Warranty: 30 days parts and labor

Ideal for Large Projects
This machine is made of aluminum die-casting for industrial-grade sewing. It has a large work area to accommodate bigger and heavier fabrics with an auxiliary table that extends the work area up to 23” for even bigger projects.

Automatic Features
To make sewing and quilting easier and faster, this machine features an adjustable presser foot presser. It also has a push lever automatic needle threader that gives you the convenience of threading the needle easily without straining your eyes and hands from trying to put the thread through the needle.

Speed Control Mechanism
This unit has a speed control mechanism that lets you sew through materials at lower speeds. This makes it perfect for sewing on heavier and multi-layered fabrics and for quilting as you get more precise stitches.

Juki TL98QE Long-arm Sewing & Quilting Machine FS At A Glance…

Pros:

Perfect for large projects
Can sew even on heavier fabrics
Automatic features for easier sewing

Cons:

Only does a straight stitch

Sewing machines have increasingly become more innovative and the Juki TL98QE Long-arm Sewing & Quilting Machine FS is no exception. This machine combines the functionality of a sewing machine with the heavy duty capability of a quilting machine that can also work on larger projects using heavier fabrics.

A downside can be that this machine only does straight stitches unlike other sewing machines, but for those who want industrial grade equipment for sewing, this is a perfect buy.

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Juki Home Sewing Machine-25 Stitch Function Review

peachy — Sat, 12 Dec 2009 19:18:54 +0000

Sewing is a hobby for some and a source of income for others. Whichever side of the spectrum you are on, a sewing machine is a very important equipment for those who are passionate about their craft. Though Juki is not as well-known as other sewing machine brands, its Juki Juki Home Sewing Machine-25 Stitch Function is a unit for those who want a simple and basic sewing machine model.

This machine features 25 easy to use stitch functions and can sew from light to heavy materials. Other features include an automatic needle threader and a buttonhole function. At $199, let’s take a look at what this unit has to offer.

Juki Home Sewing Machine-25 Stitch Function Specifications:

Weight: 15 pounds
25 stitch functions which are easy to use
Automatic buttonhole sewing and needle threader
Sews from light to heavyweight materials
Warranty: 5 years mechanical; 2 years electrical (US); 30 days on parts and labor (Non-US)

25-Stitch Function
Sewing machines have surely gone a long way from the times of heavy machines and manual operation. This unit features 25 easy to use stitch settings which are very useful both to beginners and more advanced users. You do not have to exert as much effort as older and manual units as the machine already sets the stitch preferences for your convenience.

Compact Free-Arm Sewing
This machine is very compact and easy to bring around. This is very useful especially for beginners who are just learning the basics as they cannot yet handle more complicated and heavier machines for more advanced users.

Other Features
Other features of the Juki Home Sewing Machine-25 Stitch Function include an automatic needle threader, an accessory box, a carrying case, an adjustable stitch width and automatic buttonhole sewing. It has easy to use functions and operations without complicated instructions.

Juki Home Sewing Machine with 25-Stitch Function At A Glance…

Pros:

Simple and easy to use
Excellent customer service
Easy to transport and bring around

Cons:

None so far

Sewing is a very creative and useful endeavor for a lot of people that is why the right equipment is very important for them to improve their craft. The Juki Home Sewing Machine with 25 Stitch Function is ideal for those who want a simple and basic machine that is fairly easy to use. Though it is not as advanced as other more expensive models, its features are just right for the price you pay for it which starts from $199.

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Juki Sewing Machine w/20-Stitch Patterns HZL-E61 Review

peachy — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 18:59:43 +0000

Juki is one of the younger brands of sewing machines in the market and its Juki Sewing Machine w/20-Stitch Patterns HZL-E61 is just one of the models in its product line. This is a basic sewing machine unit priced starting at $399 and is ideal for homemakers, hobbyists, fashion students and even those who are running a small clothing or clothing repair business.

Though this can still be considered a basic unit, it comes loaded with features such as an automatic needle threader, a 3 buttonhole program and quad-mode LED indicator for selection of up to 20 different stitch patterns.

Juki Sewing Machine w/20-Stitch Patterns HZL-E61 Specifications:

Weight: 25.7 pounds
Up to 900 stitches per minute variable speed
Automatic buttonholing, mending and bartacking programs
Quad-Mode LED indicator for stitch selection
Drop feed control for free motion and darning
Universal thread tension dial
Built-in automatic needle threader
Easy start-sew with presser foot leveler button
Warranty: 5 years mechanical; 2 years electrical, 90 days adjustment on defects in material or workmanship (US); 30 days on parts and labor (Non-US Warranty)

One-Touch Buttonhole and Sewing Pattern
The Juki Sewing Machine w/20-Stitch Patterns HZL-E61 features three different buttonhole patterns and several sewing patterns which can be selected by pushing a button. The machine can easily sew buttonholes depending on their size. You can sew thin to thick buttonholes with any kind of fabric. The pattern selection also lights up so that you can always go back to normal sewing mode.

Wide Range of Customization
This machine is very useful both for amateur and experienced sewers as it offers a wide array of customizable features for whatever you are using it for. Zigzag width and stitch length can be easily changed as well as sewing patterns according to your preference with a simple touch of a button.

Fast and Quiet
For a basic sewing machine unit, this model is considered as one of the fastest in the market. It can sew up to 900 stitches a minute at variable speed and is easy to operate because of its automatic features. Despite its powerful performance, this machine operates quietly unlike other traditional models of sewing machines.

Juki Sewing Machine HZL-E61 At A Glance…

Pros:

Fast and quiet operation
Wide range of customization options

Cons:

The user manual can be confusing

Any kind of household equipment can be considered as an investment, especially one that you look forward to using for a number of years. That is why if you are looking to buy a quality sewing machine, it is important to do your research first to make sure that you are making the right investment.

Though Juki is still fairly new in the market, the Juki Sewing Machine HZL-E61 with 20-stitch patterns is already a solid piece of equipment which people who love sewing have already vouched for.

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