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JUKI Tip: MO-2800 Features

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In this month’s tip, JUKI National Account Trainer Kelly showcases how to use the features on one of our latest sergers, the MO-2800! From the useful air threader to safety features that keep sewing fun, follow along for Alba’s favorites.

Follow along below for a rundown of what Alba covers on today’s JUKI Tip!

Hello all my JUKI friends, my name is Alba and I am a trainer for JUKI America. Today I want to share with you one of the newer JUKI surgers and I’m going to be talking about the MO-2800. I’m going to go over some of the key features in that made me fall in love with this machine.

First of all,l you may notice that there is a knee lift on the machine. What the knee lift does as you’re sewing, is it raises and lowers the foot, which can be really handy when you’re working with corners or any other areas.

The MO-2800 is a two, three, and four-thread serger and it has that easy threading, our air thread capability. That means with a push of a button, and a jet of air, your lower and upper looper are instantly threaded.

I also love the fact that my tools that I require for the serger also have a spot and a home right on the inside cover.

One of the safety features in their machine you’ll notice is that the machine will not run if the front storage door is open or the foot is up. Isn’t that just absolutely wonderful?

Now, the one feature that I fell in love with, I’m going to be I’m going to be honest with you, is that needle threader. Now, in the video, I’m just going to turn the machine slightly so you can see that needle threader, and the feature threads your right and left needle. I absolutely love not having to fuss with tweezers, a magnifying glass, or getting an extra pair of glasses to thread my needles.

Now the other feature I want to show you is going to be a little bit difficult to show but hopefully you will be able to follow along in the video. I have a stitch width adjustment where I can move my knife to the right and to the left. Normally that would be the only way to adjust your stitches, but on the MO-2800 I have an independent adjustment to also move my stitch finger independently of my knife. This really allows for perfect stitches, especially on those super fine delicate lacy knits that I find such a hard time getting that perfect stitch on. JUKI has thought of it all!

Now a rolled hem is something that I do and this machine handles a very sheer fabric, to my home deck fabrics, so it could handle a wide variety of fabrics. But when I switch to a rolled hem, I have this quick easy tweak, that allows me to get that picture-perfect rolled hem as well, which you can see in the video.

Now that I’ve gone over some of the features on the MO 2800, please reach out to your local dealer and get a really nice look at this machine and test it out for yourself. I think you’ll love it as much as I do. Until next time, bye-bye!

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Unleashing Creativity: JUKI Heavy User Kit

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For avid sewists and professionals, having a versatile set of presser feet is essential to elevate the quality and variety of their sewing projects. The JUKI Heavy User Kit is a fantastic collection that offers a range of presser feet designed to tackle different sewing techniques and achieve professional results. In this blog, we will delve into the diverse capabilities of each presser foot in the JUKI Heavy User Kit, including the button-attaching presser foot, invisible zipper foot, rolled hemming presser foot, binder presser foot, presser foot with a guide, cording presser foot, and embroidery presser foot. Let’s explore the ways each presser foot can enhance your sewing projects!

Button Attaching Presser Foot:

The Button-attaching Presser Foot is an essential tool for any sewing enthusiast, as it simplifies the process of adding buttons to garments or fabric projects. This specialized foot is designed with two prongs that securely hold the button in place while the sewing machine stitches it onto the fabric. It ensures precise button placement and evenly spaced stitches, resulting in a professional finish. The button attaching presser foot is adjustable to accommodate various button sizes, making it versatile for different projects.

From crafting chic button-down shirts and blouses to adding decorative buttons on skirts, dresses, and jackets, this foot allows you to add functional or stylish elements to your clothing creations! Additionally, you can use it to create button closures on bags, pouches, and other accessories.

For quilting enthusiasts, this presser foot comes in handy when incorporating fabric-covered buttons as embellishments on quilted wall hangings, cushions, or even quilts themselves.

Invisible Zipper Foot:

The Invisible Zipper Foot is a game-changer for sewing enthusiasts, especially when it comes to creating seamless and polished garment finishes. This specialized presser foot allows you to insert invisible zippers into projects with ease. The foot features two grooves on the underside, which accommodate the zipper coils while the needle stitches close to them, concealing the zipper within the fabric. The result is a clean and smooth appearance that gives the illusion of an uninterrupted fabric surface.

For garment making, this foot is ideal for dresses, skirts, trousers, and blouses, where you want to maintain a sleek and professional look without visible zipper teeth. It also works wonders for creating invisible closures on cushions, pillowcases, and home decor items!

Quilters can utilize the Invisible Zipper Foot to attach hidden pockets on quilted totes, and purses, or even to seamlessly join sections of a quilt without any exposed seams.

Rolled Hemming Presser Foot:

The Rolled Hemming Presser Foot is a fantastic tool for achieving delicate and narrow hems on fabric edges. This specialized foot is designed with a narrow channel that allows you to fold and roll the fabric as you sew, creating a beautifully finished hem with minimal effort. The foot’s unique structure guides the fabric smoothly through the machine, resulting in even, consistent stitches. It is particularly useful when working with lightweight and sheer fabrics, as it prevents them from getting caught or frayed during the hemming process.

With the Rolled Hemming Presser Foot, you can take on a variety of sewing and quilting projects that demand a touch of elegance. For clothing projects, this foot is perfect for creating hems on chiffon blouses, silk dresses, or lightweight skirts, adding a professional touch to your garments. You can also use it for crafting decorative hems on table linens, napkins, and other home decor items.

Quilters can utilize the Rolled Hemming Presser Foot to add subtle finishing touches to the edges of quilted wall hangings or to create narrow borders for smaller quilt projects. Whether you’re working on fashion, home decor, or quilting projects, this foot allows you to achieve neat and dainty hems that elevate the overall appearance of your creations!

Binder Presser Foot:

The Binder Presser Foot is a versatile and time-saving tool that aids in adding beautiful binding to the edges of fabric projects. This specialized foot is designed with a slot that accommodates the folded binding strip, guiding it precisely as it’s stitched onto the fabric. It allows for quick and consistent binding application, creating a clean and professional finish!

One of the primary uses of the Binder Presser Foot is in quilting projects. It enables you to attach binding to the edges of quilts with ease, providing a neat and durable finish. You can use it to add contrasting or coordinating binding to your quilts, enhancing their overall appearance.

The Binder Presser Foot is also perfect for sewing projects that require binding, such as aprons, placemats, and fabric baskets. By using this foot, you can streamline the binding process and achieve professional-looking results on a wide range of sewing and quilting projects.

Presser Foot with a Guide:

The Presser Foot with a Guide is an invaluable accessory for sewists and quilters, providing enhanced precision and control while sewing. This specialized foot comes with an adjustable guide that allows you to sew straight lines or parallel stitching with ease. The guide keeps the fabric aligned and ensures consistent seam allowances, making it ideal for projects that require accurate stitching, such as quilting, topstitching, and adding decorative elements.

With the Presser Foot with a Guide, you can undertake a wide range of sewing and quilting projects that demand precise stitching. In quilting, this foot is excellent for creating straight-line quilting designs, channel quilting, and stitch-in-the-ditch quilting.

It also comes in handy when topstitching on garments, as it ensures evenly spaced lines and parallel stitching! Additionally, you can use the guide for sewing borders, trims, and embellishments onto various fabric projects.

Cording and Embroidery Presser Foot:

The Cording and Embroidery Presser Foot from JUKI is a versatile tool designed for free-motion sewing of cording. Its unique design includes a hole through which the cording can be fed, allowing users to effortlessly sew over the cording. By lowering the feed dog, the fabric becomes free to move in any direction, enabling the creation of elegant and intricate embroidery designs using the cording as a decorative element.

This foot is perfect for adding beautiful embellishments to garments, home decor items, and accessories. In sewing, you can use this foot to add delicate cording details to hems, necklines, cuffs, and more. It’s an excellent choice for adding a touch of sophistication and texture to any sewing project.

In quilting, this presser foot opens up a whole new realm of creative possibilities. You can use it to quilt intricate designs with cording, adding depth and dimension to your quilt. This foot also allows you to create beautiful trapunto quilting, where cording is inserted to raise certain areas of the quilt and make them stand out, adding an extra layer of visual interest to your quilting projects.

The JUKI Heavy User Kit offers a comprehensive range of presser feet that elevate your sewing projects to professional standards. Each presser foot serves a specific purpose, whether it’s attaching buttons, creating invisible zippers, achieving rolled hems, binding edges, guiding precise stitching, adding decorative cording, or incorporating embroidery. By harnessing the capabilities of these presser feet, you can explore endless creative possibilities and achieve impeccable results in your sewing endeavors. So, equip your sewing machine with the JUKI Heavy User Kit and unlock the potential to create stunning and professional-looking projects!

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JUKI Tip: Using the JUKI Smooth Foot

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In this month’s tip, JUKI National Account Trainer Kelly showcases how to use the JUKI Smoot Foot, an accessory available on both the TL series and the DX series, which allows you to create with fun fabrics like vinyl, leather, suede, and more!

Follow along below for a rundown of what Kelly covers on today’s JUKI Tip!

Hi, I’m Kelly with JUKI America, and on today’s tip if you like to sew on a variety of fabrics and get a professional finish every time, invest in the JUKI smooth foot. The JUKI smooth foot is white on the bottom because it’s made out of resin material that’ll enable a smooth feed for fabrics like leather, cork, and vinyl! I love to make bags on my JUKI Haruka, but recently I chose to make a leather tote bag from an old long leather coat I had, and I realized quickly that I needed the smooth foot to get a superior feed for that type of fabric. Watch above as we demonstrate!

With my stitch length set at three and a half, the leather does not want to move through the machine with the standard presser foot. Let me change to the smooth foot and show you the difference.

The only change I made was to put on the smoked foot, and you can see now top stitching this leather is easy.

Take a look at the beautiful stitch quality on the leather!

Topstitching is made easy on leather with this wonderful smooth foot.

It also sews beautifully on the cork!

The smooth foot is available for the TL series and our computerized sewing machines. You can go to JUKIHome.com and then select accessories to find the smooth foot that’ll work with your machine. You can visit your local JUKI retailer to purchase the smooth foot for your JUKI. Have fun with your JUKI making bags with all kinds of fabrics, with your smooth foot by JUKI!

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Efficient Stitches: Sewing Room Organization Tips

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A well-organized sewing room or dedicated sewing space can be the key to a productive and enjoyable sewing experience. From neatly storing fabrics and notions to creating a good workflow, a functional workspace allows you to focus on your creative projects without the frustration of clutter! This blog post will explore practical tips and tricks for organizing your sewing room, innovative storage solutions, and space-saving ideas. Get ready to transform your sewing space into a haven of creativity and efficiency!

Start Evaluating and Decluttering:

Start your sewing room organization journey by evaluating your current setup and decluttering unnecessary items. Sort through your fabrics, threads, and notions, and donate or discard anything you no longer need or use. By minimizing clutter, you’ll create more space and make finding and accessing the supplies you truly need easier.

Plan Your Fabric Storage:

Proper storage of fabrics is essential for easy access and preservation. We’ve gathered a few tips for getting your storage well organized.

  • Categorize and Sort: Start by categorizing your fabric based on different criteria, such as color, fabric type, or project type. This will make finding the fabric you need easier when starting a new project.
  • Use Clear Containers or Bins: Store your fabric in clear plastic containers or bins. This lets you see the contents at a glance, saving time and effort when searching for specific fabrics.
  • Fold and Label: Fold your fabric neatly and uniformly to maximize space and prevent wrinkles. Use labels or tags to identify the fabric type, color, yardage, or other relevant details. This makes it easier to locate specific fabrics without unfolding everything.
  • Vertical Storage: Consider storing your fabric vertically rather than horizontally. This method saves space and allows you to easily browse through the fabric stacks without disturbing the neatly folded fabrics.
  • Utilize Shelving or Cubbies: Install shelves or use cubbies to store your fabric. These provide a dedicated space for each fabric category and help organize your sewing room. You can even sort fabrics by size or project type within each shelf or cubby.

Organize Your Notions and Tools:

Organizing notions and tools in your sewing and quilting room is essential for maintaining a functional and efficient workspace. Start by grouping similar items, such as needles, pins, and buttons. Utilize clear plastic containers, small jars, or compartmentalized organizers to store these smaller items, ensuring they are easily accessible and visible. Consider using a pegboard or wall-mounted tool organizer to hang scissors, rulers, and other frequently used tools, keeping them within reach and saving valuable workspace.

Designate specific shelves or drawers for larger tools like cutting mats and rotary cutters to keep them safely stored and neatly organized. Additionally, labeling containers or using clear bins for items like zippers, ribbons, and trims can make it quick and easy to find what you need. By implementing a well-thought-out organization system, you’ll streamline your sewing and quilting process and have a clutter-free environment that inspires creativity!

Organizing Those Threads and Bobbins:

Practical thread and bobbin organization in your sewing and quilting room is crucial for a smooth and efficient workflow. To keep your threads easily accessible and neatly arranged, consider using a thread rack or spool holder. These can be mounted on the wall or placed on a table or shelf, providing a convenient display of your thread collection. Group threads by color or type, allowing for quick identification and selection. Alternatively, you can store threads in clear plastic containers or drawers, protecting them from dust and light exposure.

To keep your bobbins organized, use a bobbin storage case or tray specifically designed for holding bobbins securely in place. This prevents them from unwinding and tangling. You can also match bobbins with corresponding thread spools, storing them together to easily locate the appropriate combination when needed. By implementing an effective thread and bobbin organization system, you’ll save time and frustration, allowing for a more enjoyable sewing and quilting experience.

Creating Your Workflow:

Creating an efficient workflow in your sewing and quilting room is essential for maximizing productivity and enjoying a seamless creative process! Start by organizing your workspace in a way that suits your working style. Arrange your sewing machine, cutting table, and ironing station in a seamless layout, and ensure easy access to all your needed tools and materials. Consider setting up your own assembly line for different stages of the process! Such as cutting, piecing, and assembly, to keep everything organized and efficient.

Next, establish a workflow that works best for you! Start by planning your projects in advance. Gather your fabric, confirm your pattern, and have your cutting instructions ready. With a clear roadmap, you can avoid unnecessary interruptions or backtracking during the creative process.

Prioritize tasks and break your sewing down into manageable steps! This allows you to focus on one project piece at a time, cutting fabric, sewing seams, or ironing. Remember to declutter and tidy your workspace to maintain a clear and inspiring workspace. By creating an efficient workflow tailored to your needs, you’ll be able to fully immerse yourself in your sewing and quilting projects, resulting in beautifully crafted creations!

Inspiring and Personalized Decor:

Create an inspiring environment in your sewing room by adding personal touches and decorative elements. Display finished projects, hang inspirational quotes, or place around artwork that sparks your creativity. Look into incorporating good lighting to avoid eye strain during your project creation. Maybe add a pinboard or corkboard to pin inspiration, project ideas, or fabric swatches!

A well-organized sewing room is a haven for creativity and productivity. By implementing the tips and tricks in this blog post, you can create a functional and inspiring workspace that enhances your sewing experience. From efficient fabric storage to optimizing workflow and adding personal touches, these strategies will help you maximize your sewing space and enjoy a clutter-free environment. Embrace the joy of organization and watch your sewing projects flourish in a space designed for creativity and efficiency. Happy sewing!

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JUKI Tip: Rolled Hem for Decorative Stitches

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In this month’s tip, JUKI National Account Trainer Alba showcases how to use rolled hems as a decorative touch to your quilt projects and create this on the Serger. In this video, we’ll be using our latest MO-3000QVP model.

Follow along below for a rundown of what Alba covers on today’s JUKI Tip!

Hello all my JUKI friends, welcome to another JUKI tips and tricks. My name is Alba and today we’re talking sergers.

I am working on the MO3000, but this can be done with any serger. So, today I’m talking about rolled hems, and mostly everyone uses a roll hem to finish up a hem. I’m going to take it to my next quilt project and use it as a decorative finish. I’m working on a chandelier Quilt Block. it is a very easy block to do, and I just wanted to give it a Decorative Touch. So what I have done on this one, is I’ve added is a rolled hem, and I’m doing a wide rolled hem so that it catches more of the fabric and I am going to create that Quilt Block using that rolled hem as my actual seam and that Decorative Touch. Now when you are doing this I would not recommend using woolly nylon, which is typically used for a rolled hem, because when you do press your blocks the woolly nylon may melt at the higher settings. Now, I’m going to bring this to the machine and finish up this Quilt Block.

I am at the MO 3000, but you can use any serger that allows you to do a rolled hem. Now the trick to doing that rolled hem, is placing the fabric right side out and my wrong sides together; so opposite of how you would normally put your fabric together. Now here at my intersection, I am going to show you just like we alternate the seams, I have alternated and nested those rolled hems. So I will be bringing this to my machine and sewing, and I am going to get as close as I can to show you exactly what I’m doing.

Now I am lining up my fabric just before my needles, and I am bumping it up against the knife, and I have left the knife up to catch any of those little fraying edges that can happen on cotton fabric. Now, I am going to start slowly and then build up speed, and I am going to go over all of those. Now I have not pinned, so I am just Gathering and making sure my pieces are together, and I’m sewing all the way down that edge, and surging off and I am going to cut right to the edge because I know that all of my seams will be covered in another seam.

Now I am going to bring this to the table, and I am going to just finger press but you would really want to bring that to your iron, but look at how lovely that is with that thread detail and that’s going to be 3D where it will be dimensional and just give this Quilt Block a lot of texture. So just a tip that rolled hems are not just for hems they’re great for decorative touches. So I would love to see this also on garments as an exposed seam.

I’m so glad you were able to join me with this tip, and I wanted you to get a really closeup look at how pretty that just three-dimensional finish looks on that Quilt Block. So don’t forget to give me your messages and give me some other things that you’d like to see tips on. Make sure to like and share with all of your friends so that they could get these amazing JUKI tips see you next time, bye-bye!