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Starting a Sewing Business with JUKI

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The start of a new year is the perfect opportunity to pursue your dreams and set ambitious goals! If you’ve been thinking about turning your love for sewing into a business, 2025 is the time to make it happen. A sewing or quilting business allows you to combine creativity with entrepreneurship, offering the freedom to work on projects you’re passionate about while earning income. From custom creations to unique products for your community or online marketplace, the possibilities are endless.

Today we’re going to talk about how you can start planning your business using JUKI sewing machines. Launching a sewing business can feel daunting, but it can be an exciting and rewarding journey with the right mindset and planning! Focusing on quality, originality, and a clear vision of what you want to create and sell can help you stand out in a competitive market. Whether you plan to specialize in custom quilting, stylish garments, or personalized home décor, JUKI can help set the stage for success.

Let’s talk about top business machines!

The TL-2010Q is a semi-industrial straight stitch machine perfect for small businesses that focus on quilting or other projects that require high-speed sewing. Its powerful motor allows for faster production, ideal for shops creating custom orders like large quilts, home décor items, or table runners efficiently. With features like a knee-lift lever, adjustable presser foot pressure, and an automatic thread cutter, this machine enhances productivity and precision, enabling you to handle bulk orders without compromising quality!

The DX-4000QVP Expert Edition is a versatile electronic machine designed for advanced stitching needs, making it a great choice for creating intricate designs and high-end garments. It has an intuitive touchscreen interface and comes installed with over 400 stitch patterns that can help you get creative when finalizing your designs! This machine also has a box-feed system which ensures even stitching on all types of fabric. This feature is important if you plan on creating garments that offer different textures and styles! For small business owners, these machine features are invaluable for crafting unique, professional-grade products that stand out in your market.

The HZL-F600 offers a combination of power and versatility, making it a favorite for small businesses that handle a mix of apparel, quilting, and home décor projects. It has a wide range of decorative and utility stitches, comes installed with an automatic thread trimmer, and includes free-motion sewing capabilities that allow you to create diverse products with ease. If you’re planning a startup, the HZL-F600’s user-friendly features will help you reduce production time and increase efficiency, while also helping you meet customer demands without overwhelming your workflow!

The TAJIMA Sai 8-needle embroidery machine is a game-changer for businesses looking to offer personalized and embroidered products. Since the machine offers eight needles for multicolor designs, you can be creative and detailed in your design ideas! It’s also a compact size suitable for smaller workspaces while still offering professional capabilities with convenience. Its precision and speed make it ideal for creating custom logos, monograms, and intricate embroidery, giving your business the edge to cater to the growing demand for unique, customized items. Perfect for creating apparel for teams, events, businesses, and more!

Last, we have the RICOH Ri 100 Printer, which is perfect for small businesses interested in fabric printing. The RICOH comes in a compact design and offers an easy-to-use interface, which makes it accessible for beginners! This machine offers the ability to print high-quality images on textiles and opens up opportunities for custom t-shirts, tote bags, banners, and more. For startups, the RICOH’s efficiency and affordability compared to other garment printers in the market will allow you to experiment with creative ideas and expand your product range without significant overhead costs!

Next, let’s talk about the products you can create and sell using these machines!

  1. Custom Quilts and Home Décor
    Quilts are timeless and highly valued items! These are perfect for selling at markets or online. With a machine like the 2010Q, you can craft intricate quilt designs, table runners, or wall hangings quickly and professionally. Pair your quilting skills with trendy fabrics and patterns to attract customers looking for unique, handmade pieces for their homes. Personalized touches, like embroidered initials or custom color schemes and themes, can further increase their appeal and value!
  2. Fashion and Accessories
    Using machines like the DX-4000QVP or HZL-F600, you can create fashionable clothing and accessories tailored to your target audience. From boutique dresses to custom tote bags and accessories, these projects are practical and in demand. Decorative stitches and advanced design features allow you to add special details that make your items stand out! At markets, customers are often drawn to unique, handcrafted garments and accessories they can’t find in stores, and you can create their next beloved fashion piece!
  3. Personalized Embroidered and Printed Items
    For customers seeking personalized gifts, embroidered or printed items like hats, t-shirts, towels, and baby blankets are always a hit! With the TAJIMA Sai 8-needle embroidery machine, you can add intricate monograms, logos, or designs to your products, while the RICOH Ri 100 Printer allows you to create vibrant, custom-printed fabrics. These items make great gifts and are ideal for special occasions like birthdays, weddings, or holidays. Offering customization options gives your business an edge in attracting a wide range of customers!

Starting a sewing business is an exciting way to channel your creativity into a profitable endeavor, and JUKI machines are here to support your journey! With our reliability, versatility, and advanced features, these machines empower you to produce high-quality products that stand out in any market. Whether you’re crafting intricate quilts, stylish outfits, or personalized gifts, the right tools can make all the difference in turning your vision into reality.

Let this New Year be the start of your successful sewing venture, and visit your nearest JUKI dealer by clicking here!

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JUKI’s Festive DIY Decor Guide

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The holiday season is the perfect time to unleash your creativity and add a personal touch to your home with festive décor! Whether you’re a seasoned sewist or a beginner, creating your holiday decorations can be an exciting and rewarding experience.

With JUKI sewing machines by your side, you can craft beautiful, custom pieces that will become cherished keepsakes or thoughtful gifts! This guide explores three festive JUKI sewing projects and offers tips on the best fabrics, colors, and patterns to jazz up your holiday season.

1. Santa Ornament

Start your festive décor journey with a charming Santa Ornament! This project is fun and quick to make, perfect for adorning your Christmas tree or adding a magical touch to gift wrapping.

Fabrics: Cotton fabric is a great choice for this project due to its versatility and ease of use. It holds its shape well and allows for vibrant prints and colors. Opt for traditional reds, whites, and blacks to bring Santa to life, and consider adding a touch of metallic or glitter fabric for a festive sparkle.

Colors and Patterns: Traditional red and white are classic for Santa, but you can experiment with other color combinations like burgundy and cream for a vintage look. Polka dots or small checks in contrasting colors can add a playful pattern to Santa’s outfit.

Personalization: Add an extra-special touch by personalizing your Santa Ornament with a name or holiday greeting using the JUKI TAJIMA 8-needle embroidery machine. This machine’s precision and variety of stitch options make it easy to add detailed embroidery to small projects like this.

Learn how to create this project by visiting us here.

2. Christmas Tree Skirt

A beautifully crafted Christmas Tree Skirt is the perfect way to elevate your holiday décor! This project adds a festive flair to your tree and serves as a stylish backdrop for your gifts.

Fabrics: For this project, opt for cotton or quilted fabric, as they are easy to sew and drape well around the base of the tree. Velvet or brocade fabrics can add a luxurious touch, while a backing of felt or flannel can provide stability.

Colors and Patterns: Classic holiday colors like deep green, red, and gold are always a hit, but don’t shy away from modern combinations like silver and blue or rose gold and white. Patterns such as plaid, damask, or even whimsical prints like snowflakes or reindeer can add a unique twist to your tree skirt.

Personalization: Use the RICOH Ri 100 DTG Machine to print a special holiday message, winter patterns, cartoons, or a family name directly onto your fabric. Direct-to-garment printing allows for vibrant, full-color designs that withstand years of holiday celebrations.

Design Features: The JUKI HZL Series offers excellent features for decorative stitching and free-motion quilting, allowing you to add intricate designs and patterns to your tree skirt. With its precision and ease of use, you can create a custom piece that reflects your holiday style.

Learn how to create this project by visiting us here.

3. Holiday Stocking

No holiday décor is complete without a set of beautifully crafted Holiday Stockings. Hang them by the fireplace or along the staircase for a cozy, festive touch!

Fabrics: Choose a sturdy fabric like cotton for the body of the stocking, ensuring it holds its shape when filled with goodies. For the cuff, you can use velvet or faux fur for a more elegant look. Lining your stocking with a contrasting fabric can add an extra element of surprise when the stocking is opened.

Colors and Patterns: Red and green are timeless choices, but you can also explore non-traditional palettes like navy and silver or pastel hues for a more modern aesthetic. Stripes, chevrons, or embroidered snowflakes are popular patterns that add character to your stockings.

Personalization: Using the JUKI TAJIMA 8-needle embroidery machine, embroider each family member’s name on the cuff. You can also experiment with different fonts and thread colors to match your overall holiday theme. You can also go above and beyond and personalize using the RICOH Ri 100 DTG Machine to print photos of family members on their stockings!

Design Features: The JUKI DX QVP Series sewing machines are perfect for adding decorative stitches to your stockings. With a wide array of built-in stitches, you can create borders, snowflake designs, or other festive patterns that make your stockings unique.

Learn how to create this project by visiting us here.

Choosing the Best Fabrics for Your Festive Projects

When selecting fabrics for your holiday projects, consider the texture, weight, and colorfastness. Velvet and brocade offer a luxurious feel, while cotton and felt are versatile and easy to work with. Look for fabrics with metallic threads, glitter, or sequins for added durability and a festive touch.

Popular Holiday Color Combinations

While red, green, and gold are the quintessential holiday colors, many people are embracing alternative palettes to suit their style. Some popular combinations include:

  • Silver and Blue: A cool, modern take on holiday décor.
  • Rose Gold and White: Adds a touch of elegance and warmth.
  • Burgundy and Cream: Perfect for a vintage or rustic holiday theme.
  • Navy and Gold: Sophisticated and regal, ideal for a luxurious look.

Unleash Your Creativity with JUKI

JUKI sewing machines offer a range of features that make it easy to bring your holiday décor ideas to life. Whether you’re adding decorative stitching, experimenting with free-motion quilting, or personalizing your projects with embroidery, JUKI machines are designed to help you easily create beautiful, professional-quality pieces.

Let your creativity shine this holiday season with JUKI’s festive DIY décor guide. Happy sewing!

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JUKI’s Autumn Sewing Guide

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As the leaves turn and the air gets crisp, it’s the perfect time to dive into autumn sewing projects! The season invites us to create with warm, rich colors and cozy fabrics that reflect the beauty of fall. Choosing the right fabrics and colors can set the tone for your creations, whether you’re planning to make cozy quilts, stylish scarves, or warm throw pillows.

In this blog, we’ll explore the best fabric choices and color palettes for fall and highlight JUKI sewing machine presser feet accessories that work well with these fabrics to make your sewing experience smooth and enjoyable. Plus, discover free project ideas to inspire your fall sewing. Let’s get started on making the most of this vibrant season!

Embracing Autumn Colors

When we think of autumn, we think of rich, earthy tones! Here are some color hue ideas to consider for your upcoming projects:

  • Warm Reds and Oranges: Think of the vibrant hues of autumn leaves. Shades like burnt orange, crimson, and deep red add a warm touch to any project!
  • Golden Yellows and Ochres: These colors speak to the warmth of fall sunshine and can bring a cheerful contrast to the darker tones of fall projects.
  • Earthy Browns and Greens: From deep forest greens to warm browns, these colors provide a grounded, rustic feel perfect for fall, bringing in that feeling of the earth.
  • Cool Blues and Greys: While less typical, muted blues and greys can balance the warmer tones and add sophistication to your designs! Give these colors a chance and mix them with those above for a unique fall look.

Selecting Fabrics and Accessories for Fall

Choosing the right fabric is crucial for achieving that cozy autumn vibe, and pairing them with the right JUKI presser feet accessories can enhance your sewing experience. Here are some fabric options and their ideal accessory companion:

  • Flannel: This soft, warm fabric is ideal for quilts, pajamas, and throw pillows. To sew flannel smoothly, use the JUKI Walking Foot. It helps feed multiple layers of fabric evenly and prevents shifting and puckering.
  • Corduroy: This distinctive texture is great for jackets, skirts, and pants. With the JUKI Zipper Foot, you can sew close to the corduroy’s ridges for precise stitching and add closures with ease.
  • Fleece: Perfect for scarves, blankets, and mittens, fleece provides warmth and comfort. With the JUKI Even Feed Foot or JUKI Walking Foot, you can prevent the fabric from sticking to the presser foot and help manage the bulk.
  • Wool is a traditional choice for fall garments. It’s great for crafting sweaters, hats, and shawls! Using the JUKI Overcasting Presser Foot, you can finish edges and seams neatly and easily.
  • Quilted Cotton: Perfect for your quilted projects, quilted cotton offers both style and functionality! With the JUKI ¼” Foot by your side, you can ensure accurate seam allowances and beautiful quilted designs.

Patterns and Prints

Patterns can add a lot of character to your fall projects. Here are some patterns we recommend checking out at your fabric shops:

  • Plaids and Tartan: These classic patterns are staples in autumn fashion and home decor and work well with everything from skirts to quilt blocks!
  • Leaves and Acorns: Prints or appliques featuring autumn leaves or acorns add a seasonal touch to any project.
  • Stripes: Subtle stripes in fall colors can add visual interest without overwhelming your design if you’re looking for a simpler look.
  • Nature-Inspired Prints: For a charming seasonal look, consider fabrics with motifs like pumpkins, pinecones, or woodland animals. These fabrics are perfect for home décor and quilt blocks.

Consider using the RICOH Ri 100 Direct-to-Garment Printing Machine to create custom fall fabrics. This machine allows you to print your designs directly onto the fabric, giving you the freedom to create unique patterns and prints that perfectly match your vision. Imagine the possibility of adding last year’s Thanksgiving dinner photo to this year’s family t-shirt—an exciting new tradition!

If you want to add texture and dimension to your patterns, check out the JUKI Tajima Sai 8 Needle Embroidery Machine. This machine offers advanced embroidery capabilities that enhance your designs with intricate details and embellishments, like leaves, quotes, cartoons, and more.

Tips for Choosing Fabrics and Colors

Selecting suitable fabrics and colors can significantly improve your sewing projects. Consider how each fabric and color choice will complement your project’s overall design and functionality.

  • Consider the Project: Match the fabric type and color to the purpose of your project. For instance, flannel is great for cozy quilts, while corduroy is perfect for fall apparel.
  • Mix and Match: Feel free to combine different colors and patterns. Balance bold prints with solid colors to avoid overwhelming your design.
  • Swatch First: Before committing to a large amount of fabric, get swatches to see how the colors and patterns appear in person.

With these autumn fabric and color ideas and the right JUKI presser feet accessories, you’re ready to embark on your fall sewing adventure! Whether you’re crafting cozy quilts, stylish garments, or charming home decor, these tips will help you create beautiful, seasonal pieces that capture the essence of autumn.

Are you looking for inspiration? Visit JUKI Quilting Projects for a variety of free project ideas that are perfect for fall. From sweet memory quilts to stylish home decor, these projects offer creative ways to use autumn fabrics and colors.

We also have a new project featuring fall throw pillows! Tune in on our YouTube page at JUKIHomeSewing to create yours today and get fresh ideas and inspiration for incorporating autumn colors and patterns into your home decor.

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Personalize Your Spring Projects with JUKI

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Discover the boundless possibilities of personalization with the RICOH Ri 100 direct-to-garment printer and the Tajima SAI embroidery machine! In this blog we’ll discuss how you can customize apparel and embellish accessories to show off your unique flair and individuality! With these powerful tools, get ready to elevate your sewing projects to new heights.

Designing with Tajima:

Imagine having access to a treasure trove of embroidery designs at your fingertips. Tajima’s software, Writer’s Plus, offers a diverse array of intricate patterns and motifs spanning various themes. The options are as vast as your imagination, from majestic animals to pretty flowers!

For animal lovers, the Tajima Program offers various designs featuring creatures big and small. You can find butterflies, dogs, and even wild animals like bears for your next project!

Space enthusiasts can explore the cosmos without leaving the comfort of their stitching corner. Galactic marvels like planets, stars, and more await, ready to adorn your creations with an otherworldly charm!

Rev up your sewing projects with designs inspired by the world of cars and racing. From fun family cars to exciting off-road vehicles, these designs add a dash of adrenaline to any fabric canvas.

The Tajima Software also offers a lineup of sports-themed patterns encompassing various athletic pursuits. Football, basketball, soccer, tennis – you name it. Elevate team jerseys, gym bags, or sports accessories with these spirited designs, just in time for Summer!

Step-by-Step Guide to Unleashing Tajima Magic

Now, let’s discuss the magic of the Tajima Software with a step-by-step guide on how to use these designs to create unique sewing projects.

Step 1: First, familiarize yourself with the Tajima embroidery software. Explore the design library, navigating through the various themes and motifs available. Please select your desired design and ensure it suits the dimensions of your project. You can find the size by checking the measurements of your Tajima Accessory, like your Magnetic Frame!

Step 2: Select a suitable fabric for your project, ensuring it complements the chosen design. Consider the thread colors that best enhance the design’s visual impact on the fabric. Before hooping your design, decide whether to fuse a lightweight tear-away. This can help with puckering on your designs!

Hat embroidered on TAJIMA Sai by JUKI Team

Step 3: Proper hooping is crucial for achieving neat embroidery. Secure your fabric in the embroidery hoop, ensuring it’s taut and evenly stretched to avoid puckering.

Step 4: Transfer the selected Tajima Design to your USB and then to your embroidery machine. Double-check the design’s alignment and positioning on the fabric before commencing stitching.

Step 5: Prepare your machine for embroidery, ensuring the correct thread colors are loaded and the settings match the design’s requirements. Follow the instructions on the Tajima Panel and press start. Watch as the magic unfolds with each placed stitch!

Step 6: After the embroidery, carefully remove the fabric from the hoop. You can also choose to restitch your design for a more filled-in finish. Trim any excess threads and admire your masterpiece.

You can learn more about how to set up and create projects on the Tajima Sai here.

RICOH Designs:

The standout feature of the RICOH Ri 100 is its ability to print directly onto the fabric, enabling users like you to produce unique textile designs tailored to your specific vision. Whether it’s a bold pattern, a subtle texture, or a full-color image, the DTG machine delivers stunning results in a wide range of colors!

The RICOH Ri 100 empowers you to add intricate designs to your sewing projects, whether intricate artwork, fun designs, or exciting typography. The RICOH ensures that every element is faithfully reproduced with precision and accuracy.

In addition to fabric designs, the RICOH Ri 100 can print vibrant photos directly onto garments, offering a unique way to personalize sewing projects. From family portraits to scenic landscapes, the DTG machine transforms ordinary fabrics into wearable works of art, adding a personal touch to every print!

Whether embellishing accessories, customizing home decor items, or adding branding to merchandise, the DTG machine offers limitless opportunities for personalization in sewing projects. The RICOH includes a variety of designs that are ready to go right when you set her up, and you can learn more about how to set up your designs here.

Step-by-Step Guide to Using Your RICOH

  1. Preparation:
    • Prepare your design file using the RICOH design software, and confirm the project specifications for size, resolution, and color mode.
  2. Fabric Preparation:
    • Choose the fabric or project you’ll be printing on and pre-press it! Ensure the fabric is clean, flat, and positioned securely on the RICOH’s tray.
  3. Loading the Design:
    • Connect your computer directly to the printer via a USB drive to load your design file onto the RICOH Ri 100. Then, use the software to adjust the design’s placement, size, and orientation as needed.
  4. Printing:
    • Once your design is loaded and properly positioned, use the start button to initiate the printing process. Printing takes approximately 2 minutes. Just load and unload your tray—it’s that easy!
  5. Finishing:
    • Once the printing is complete, remove the tray from the printer and transfer it to the RICOH finisher.
Quilt created by Kelly with RICOH Ri 100

Curing Temperature: The recommended curing temperature typically ranges from 320°F to 350°F (160°C to 177°C). This temperature range is just right for curing the ink and ensuring its adhesion to the fabric!

Curing Duration: As a general rule of thumb, curing durations typically range from 30 seconds to 3 minutes. However, keep in mind your project and design size.

After curing, allow the fabric to cool completely before handling.

Let Your Creativity Soar

The beauty of Tajima and RICOH lies not just in their capabilities but also in their ability to infuse your personality and charm into your sewing projects. Whether creating personalized gifts, embellishing garments, or adding flair to home decor, these designs serve as your creative accomplice!

So, embrace the Tajima and RICOH Ri 100, let your imagination run wild, and create your way to a world where fabric transforms into a canvas of boundless creativity. With every stitch or print, you’re not just crafting; you’re creating stories and memories and adding a touch of your unique essence into every project.

In the realm of projects, the only limit is your imagination, and with JUKI, TAJIMA Sai, and RICOH lighting the way, the possibilities are as vast as the cosmos itself. Let your projects tell a story that’s uniquely yours. Happy creating!

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Don’t Miss Your JUKI National Accounts

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Continuing from last week, today we’re going to introduce the final 13 shops from our JUKI National Accounts. At JUKI, we know that great feeling you get when you find your favorite sewing shop!

Whether it’s because they carry unique fabrics, accessories you need, or that JUKI sewing machine you love, they’re here to help you create. So follow along below as we finish introducing our current National Account dealers and how you can reach out to them today!

Lake Loveland Sewing Company

Located in Loveland, Colorado, come and visit the Lake Loveland Sewing Company! Offering various options from the JUKI sewing line, from long-arm machines to sergers, their team is excited to help your designs come to life with the suitable machine and accessories you need!

Check out their notions, fabrics, and classes offering the chance to learn new skills and create fun projects! To find out more about Lake Loveland Sewing Company, visit us here today.

McDougal Sewing Center

What began as a humble small store in the Houston Heights area known as Bob McDougal Sewing Machine Co. has transformed into today’s McDougal Sewing Center, one of America’s largest sewing machine dealers! Focused on building long-term customer relationships through honesty and hard work, customers can enjoy a sense of friendliness the second they walk through the doors!

On top of their customer service, their shop has benefits focused on the quilter advancing in their skills. Enjoy benefits like their no-risk, one-year trade-up program, unlimited machine usage classes, professional technical service, and more! If you’re in the Katy, Texas, area, you can visit their shop today! Check out their location and learn more about McDougal Sewing Center’s machines, services and classes by visiting our page here today.

NorCal Sewing and Vacuum

At Norcal Sewing & Vacuum Center, you’ll find a family-owned business ready to help you find the suitable machine for your needs! Offering sewing machine repair services, a diverse inventory of notions, parts, and accessories, and old fashion customer service, you’ll be able to learn more about the JUKI product line and which features and machines are best for you.

To visit Norcal Sewing & Vacuum Center and learn more about their customer benefits, visit here today!

Pocono Sew & Vac

If there’s one thing Pocono Sew and Vac has, it’s an experience! After serving customers for over 40 years and with a team of over 15 people, most with 30-40+ years of industry experience, you can trust that their team is ready to help you start creating! So test-drive their extensive line of JUKIs before you buy, attend classes in their growing education department and trust that your machine is in good hands when shopping at Pocono Sew and Vac, located in the beautiful Pocono Mountains of Pennsylvania.

Need project supplies? Find 3,000 bolts of fabric from the best designers, collect your sewing notions and join their club to receive even greater savings on their already marked-down fabrics. Want to visit Pocono Sew & Vac? Visit our site here today to learn more!

Quilters HQ

To help you become the best quilter, stop by Quilters HQ the next time you’re ready to begin creating! Providing you with the best tools, notions, fabrics, and JUKI sewing or longarm machines, their team is prepared to help you get started today.

Since 2017, this family-owned and operated quilt shop has provided edge-to-edge quilting services, sewing and quilting classes, workshops, and a service and repair team ready to help you maintain your machine. Want a sneak peek of what Quilters HQ can offer? Check out their LIVE sew-along! Visit their Facebook site every Tuesday from 6 – 7 pm for tutorials, inspiration, new products, and more. To learn how you can visit Quilters HQ and meet their team, visit us here today!

SEW-MINI Things

What was once known as Perrine Sewing & Vacuum Center in the late 1960s in Perrine, FL, has now transformed into the beloved SEW-MINI Things in Lake County, Florida! Offering a variety of our JUKI Sewing and Long-arm sewing machine line, SEW-MINI things is ready to help you find the perfect machine for your project needs.

Here you’ll be able to find a diverse collection of 3900 bolts of fabrics, grab those notions you need for your next project, and receive expert assistance from their team when you visit their shop! To find out more about SEW-Mini Things, visit our website here today.

Southeast Sewing Products

Southeast Sewing Products, also known as Sewingmachine.com, first started in 1982 with one location in Atlanta, before 1995 when owner Mel Tramell expanded the business onto the online world! With two locations in the Atlanta area and a large warehouse, Southeast Sewing Products is ready to help you find the perfect machine by offering you the chance to test-drive your dream picks.

With over 60 years of business, owner Mel Tramell is an enthusiastic leader with a knowledgeable staff ready to teach you those tips and tricks to sewing and quilting on your new machine. Learn more by clicking here today!

The Fabric Center

Quilters all over the Midwest know about The Fabric Center! Located in Morris, Illinois, with over 7,000 bolts of fabric choices, a large variety of JUKI products, and a large assortment of quilting patterns, books, and notions quilters like you can visit knowing you’ll find what you need! In addition, their staff is ready to answer your sewing and quilting questions and help you test-drive and find the perfect machine for your space!

Enjoy the perks of buying from The Fabric Center by using their phone and in-person technical support, attending their post-purchase one-on-one machine lessons to get you comfortable with your machine’s ins and outs, and using their authorized service center when the time comes! Whether you’re a new quilter ready to dive in or an experienced quilter looking for fun new patterns and fabrics, The Fabric Center can help your project ideas come to life. Please find out more by visiting us here today!

The Sewing Machine Shop

Those familiar with the San Francisco Bay Area will love The Sewing Machine Shop! Located near many cities, this shop is ready to help quilters and sewists like you find the perfect machine and tools to help your project dreams come to life. Filled with our JUKI Sewing and Long-arm sewing machine line, you’ll easily find the suitable machine for your project needs and sewing space!

Enjoy their shop showroom and experience the machine before buying by test-driving on various fabrics and machine options. Also, sign up for their sewing class to familiarize yourself with your new machine! If a repair is needed, you can return to The Sewing Machine Shop and know your machine is in capable hands with their award-winning service department. To learn more about The Sewing Machine Shop and how you can visit, click here!

The Sew’n Place

Providing the community of Fayetteville, PA, with quilting and sewing essentials since 1982, check out The Sew’n Place! Family owned and operated, their shop goal is to help all customers that walk through their front door find the perfect machine for their project needs.

Check out their large selection of premium cotton fabrics, Horn sewing cabinets, sewing notions, rotary cutting tools, quilting supplies, books, patterns, and more! Here you’ll find the tools you need and a large selection of JUKI sewing and long-arm quilting machines ready to help you start crafting. With over 30 years of experience on their staff that offers repairs services, a wide range of sewing and quilting classes, and knowledgeable support, stop by The Sew’n Place to find your next machine! Visit us here today to learn more about The Sew’n Place and how you can visit.

The Stitching Post

Opened in 1986, The Stitching Post is here to find suitable sewing machines and fabric for your projects! Operating out of the heart of corn country, Washington, Indiana, you’ll find a wide variety of materials, books, patterns, and notions. As Southwest Indiana’s largest quilt store, they pride themselves as a space for quilters to visit and leisurely browse its extensive fabric collection and JUKI machine line!

From our long-arm quilting machines to our sergers and even direct to-garment printer RICOH Ri 100, you’ll find suitable machines for your dream projects here.

Welcoming visitors to their version of heaven, quilting in the country, you can learn more about The Stitching Post and how to visit them by going here!

Tops Vacuum and Sewing

A community name in the sewing and quilting world, Tops Vacuum and Sewing offers eleven retail locations with certified technicians and a variety of our JUKI machine line. With Tops, you’ll receive free delivery and set-up on all long arms in the continental US, free shipping on all orders over $50 in the continental US, a free Quilt Motion lesson, and so much more! These benefits make shopping with Tops Vacuum and Sewing fun and easy!

If you’re looking for a sewing machine or thinking about purchasing your sewing machine online, check out Tops Vacuum and Sewing and learn more by visiting us here today.

Village Sewing Center

If you’re located near Santa Rosa, California, it’s time to check out Village Sewing Center! Opened for more than 40 years, this sewing center offers hundreds of options for your crafts. Whether you’re working on quilts, embroidery, or creating garments, owner John Furtado pride themselves in having the basics you’ll need to get started.

Enjoy browsing a variety of JUKI sewing and quilting machine options, browse their large collection of fabric choices, and attend one of their sewing classes to learn a new skill or build a new project! Lastly, shop with comfort, knowing this shop is ready to handle your JUKI repairs and answer any technical questions! If you want to meet Village Sewing Center’s knowledgeable staff and browse their collection visit our site here for more information!

Why Shop at a National Account Dealer?

  1. One-On-One Training: Throughout the year, JUKI trainers visit these dealers to keep their staff up to date on the newest JUKI home products to help provide you with reliable support during and after your purchase.
  2. Qualified Service Department: JUKI’s National Account Retail Dealers maintain a qualified service department, which is trained on JUKI products and has direct support from JUKI America. They’ll be able to help you keep your JUKI expertly tuned up.
  3. JUKI Access: National Account Dealers have access to the entire JUKI Home Sewing product line including direct-to-garment printing, compact commercial embroidery system, longarm quilting, and tabletop quilting along with a full line of sewing machines and sergers for you to experience.

Wherever you’re located, JUKI is working on bringing you the sewing and longarm machines you love and want! Our National Account dealers are a great place to start, thanks to their goals of being your one-stop shop offering notions, fabrics, machines, and so much more. To learn more about our National account dealers and how you can visit one, check out our site here.