Tell Me What I’m Doing Wrong! A Sewing Train-wreck on my Industrial Juki 1541 … Sit and Chat Part 1
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As you’ve heard from so many, the Safety clutch will help you RE-engage. Two things to remember with the Juki: 1. Don’t turn the hand crank backwards (it’s so tempting because we do it all the time on Bernina- if your needle is not in the highest possible position, DO NOT turn the wheel backwards to raise , instead go forward to raise it to its highest position in order to pull the material out and pull the threads to cut. AND 2. Hold your threads when you start for at least the first 2 stitches. The clutch will lock if the threads bunch up. I’m very careful about these 2 things because I didn’t buy the 1541S (mine is the plain 1541) so when mine locks up I have to practically take everything apart to clear it. The issue with the thickness - I solve by using a piece of the same leather thickness I’m sewing at the time and double it (fold) and use like a “jumper” tool - it will take care of the sewing issue from thin to thick.
I love this video because it’s keeping it real. People see you making tutorials and assume it’s just that clean and easy to make a bag. It’s not. I have made so many bags and have yet to make one where things went perfectly. Even bags I feel like I’ve made a bunch of. Each one had its own “war scar”in one way or another. Keep at it 😊
I wish I could give you multiple thumbs up for this comment. It seems there's always something that pops up to challenge a project! That's why I'm finding it's good to keep at it as often as possible.
I was just saying the same thing to my husband😂😂. It makes me feel so much better. And those days that everything goes wrong and I get frustrated and upset with myself, I need to realize we’re only human and sometimes shiitake happens!
Can’t help you with the machine. But I do think hand cranking it may have something to do with it locking up.
I also think that if instead of using the leather for the zipper tabs, use the cotton lining fabric, then it would be easier to sew past it.
Tell me about it! A lot of these videos make it seem like it’s just so easy to do this bag or that. When I do it man, it’s a hot mess smh. And kind of discouraging which is why I haven’t done the H2O bag. :(.
I love that you are showing that sometimes the teacher also has to learn. You’re fantastic lady. Keep it up!
A hump jumper will help so much when transitioning to a thicker seam as well. I keep mine velcro to my sewing table. Also pounding the seam down is another way to get that seam to be a bit thinner when sewing over it.
I LOVE that you posted this video. Although it was slightly painful to watch you struggle, it REALLY hits home because we ALL struggle at some point.
I can’t count how many times I wished I could reach through the screen or drive over and help you!!! (It’s only about 600 miles to your city from mine but I don’t think I can be there by lunchtime. 😜)
Sending you oodles of hugs and loads of appreciation.
Just a thought I think you may want to do , every time you lift the foot up or down it’s sounds that it gasping for a drop of oil lol. Please have a look and check as the noise of it is somewhat cringing to hear and I’d hate for your machine to jam up on you.
If we’re not struggling, we’re not learning. It means we already learnet 😅😂😂😂
Two things. Your foot is down so number 2 as your pulling with foot down it is bending your needle towards the pull. Don't feel bad I've done the same thing. I unfortunately tur n Ed wheel back k and locked up my bobbin which cost me 200 for a service call and what they charged on top. Oh I bent my bobbin holder Needed a new one.i asked the guy to adjust my knee lifter and he said he couldn't. Last time I call him ..........onto another mechanic.im short so it hits my knee wrong and it's very hard to press. Loved watching this video though because these are the things I go through. The mechanic said I had it threaded wrong and missed 1 thing. Hmmmmmmmm.
I have a 1541s, I had the same issue at first. It’s the safety clutch, push the button on the bed of the machine down while turning hand wheel. The machine will lock if you turn the hand crank backwards while stitching. The safety clutch is amazing, it stops the machine from being jammed and messing up the timing. I was told never to turn the hand wheel backwards. Watch a video on the safety clutch😊. It is a fabulous machine after the learning curve, it’s worth the frustration of learning it. Good luck ❤
So you turn the wheel toward you right?
I was told you never turn the handwheel backwards on any sewing machine. I thought it was standard.
@@mizgimunoz4536 Yes, only towards you. If you get a needle positioner, this will eliminate this.
I hope you will use this machine more as I would love to see what you ultimately produce. It's an incredible machine. People do not believe the bags I make are home made. If you ever have a live session, I will be happy to join and share my learnings from all my mistakes!
Steve from Sewing Gold is a gem! He has very thorough videos on timing, pushing your safety switch which is possibly why your machine is “locked”. I got my 1541S fr JJ but get so much help from Steve.
Yes! This 👆
Yes! I just brought my Juki 1541S home yesterday- my sun & Input it together & Steve has been so helpful!
I use a hump jumper with thicker fabrics. Your needle is bent from forcing when hand cranking to get it sewn. Using a jump humper to go over those thicker areas will do the trick.
Thank you for keeping it real Jess ❤
Also I would not be where I am today without your videos. I have not found a better teacher out there as a beginner. It is because you never assume the viewer already knows what you are doing. And you have the best camera views. So funny that it is in your lap!
I'm very very proud of you. You used considerably fewer curse words than I do when I have these issues or you did a FANTASTIC job of editing them out. ❤️
OMG, this was me on Saturday. Thank you, thank you, Jess, for being you and helping us all.
Love this video! Thank you so much for keeping it real, open, and honest.
Appreciate your humbleness, showing that we are always learning 😊
Thanks for showing us this and hope you can fix the problems love all your videos
Make sure when you are pulling your material out that you turn the wheel so that the needle is in the highest position so it will release easier.
It needs to just start coming down for the threads to loosen.
Spending time with Jess....priceless!
I worked in clothing factories from leaving school at 16 up to my mid 30s, every day was a school day with industrials. You’re doing fine 😊
I purchased a 1541 2 years ago with the understanding that the dealer would teach me the basics of the machine. But he didn’t and I couldn’t teach myself what I didn’t know. After almost a nervous breakdown ( refused to give up), I found a retired Juki mechanic. He helped me and now I would never give up my machine. Do yourself a favor and find someone with knowledge of the machine. Oh, he also changed my motor and added a stitch regular ( I think that’s what it called), sews one stitch at a time. Game changer. A must have for bag making.
You will never get use to it if you don't use it. Don't be intimidated by the machine. It's a beautiful machine and works amazingly. We use this machine in custom boat cushions. You will hear the bobbin click when it's in right.
Just quickly coming on to help a bit. I bought my industrial March 2021. The things I had go wrong in the first few weeks were, 📍thread shredding - fix - larger needle. Size 18 with Tex80 thread.📍stitches too loose - fix - tightened the tension disc on the front - rotated 5-6 times to the right before it came right 📍losing control when stitching - fix- slowed the speed down to 600 and even down to 100 for difficult bits instead 1200 I had it at. The maximum on my machine is 2200. I now run my machine at about 800, I find that the most helpful for me for control and ease of use. If I am sewing curves or corners, I slow it down. I also had the foot pedal plate moved to the back of the table as far as possible so my knee wasn't scrunched up which then gave me more control with the foot pedal. (I'm tall with long legs so was necessary)
With Tex 80 thread which I use, I have the stitch length at 4 and 4.75 for top stitching. If very thick vinyl I lengthen the stitch length.
📍presser foot destroying the vinyl - fix- I use a scrap piece of vinyl, which I slide under the back of the presser foot and slide it along behind the stitching as I go. I also use this piece folded as a hump jumper when needed.
It took me a good 3 months of sewing constantly on the machine to get the hang of it, I am still learning. I also joined a private group of fellow sewists who have the same machine as me, and we talk to each other and help each other out. I recommend this very much so. My machine is medium to heavy duty Zoje
where is this group? :O
Why the Needle Bent and Fix:
The bobbin case has an opening for the needle to pass through which obviously must be aligned with the needle. If the bobbin case is allowed to rotate, the needle can strike a solid part and bend. You can tell the bobbin case has rotated if it's latch is NOT pointing to 4 o'clock.
Normally the bobbin case will not rotate unless the part of the hook assembly it snaps into, called the 'bobbin basket' has rotated. This bobbin basket has a notch which accepts a positioning finger. This finger locks the bobbin basket at the correct angle.
The positioning finger has only one screw to hold it and allow adjustment into and out of the notch. If the screw is loose or the finger is ill adjusted, it will slide out the notch and allow the bobbin basket to rotate. This is what happened.
There is a very good video by Sewing Gold called -- 'Juki DNU-1541S position finger adjustment'
th-cam.com/video/5KtJCSfRafA/w-d-xo.html
which shows how to fix this.
I loved you showing us the bad with the good. I learnt so much researching this and wanted to pass it on.
Addendum:
@44:27 you can see the hook rotating when Jess turns the hand wheel.
This proves that safety clutch has not tripped because the safety clutch will disengage the hook shaft turning when it has tripped.
Also @44:37 you can see the latch of the bobbin case rotate with the hook assembly.
The bobbin latch is rotating between 11 and 12 o'clock, not fixed at its normal 4 o'clock position.
This proves that the positioning finger is not holding the bobbin basket in place.
Good Morning, love Juki machines
I love your videos. And I love that you post the good with the bad. Anyone who has been sewing for long has felt this frustration at some point or another. It is all in the learning process.
Thanks for keeping it real and sharing with us. I haven’t gotten an industrial yet, it’s good to see what problems I can run into. Looking forward for the fix.
You really gave it your best on this. There’s a valid lesson here…go until think you can’t go anymore, then go some more. And I too have challenges just like this, Murphy’s law, etc. but unlike you, because I’m a new sewist or quilter and I just don’t give up, I’ve had to just keep at it. I would never find joy if I quit everytime my needle broke, or thread breaks, shreds. etc. But you doing this, tossing pride aside, is one of the best videos yet.
I bought mine last week! I'm eager to learn and am glad you did this video. Gigi says HI!
They are the BEST at Juki Junkies!
Loved this video. I have a 1541s and had the exact same problems. It was soooooo frustrating and no one to talk to but look at videos. I just kept at it and learned how to unlock. I almost returned it, but I kept at it, taking it apart and putting it back together. Now I love, love, love it.
Oh Jess, I feel your pain. Watching this video has made me want to give you such a huge hug. I have every faith in you that one day you WILL win your fight against this machine & go on to make beautiful things. Sending you much love from the UK xx
I applaud you for posting this video 👏 It takes vulnerability to show your struggles at something new and I am so thankful to you for being human in showing yours. I love this video because I am thinking of purchasing a stronger sewing machine. I will be on the lookout for part 2 and just know you'll get it figured out!! 💜
I have a Thor GS1341s which is basically the same as yours with some extra features. Threading tip. When changing thread just clip above the maching and tie on the new thread to the previous thread that is already threaded in the machine and then pull thread all the way through. Saves so much time and needing to rewatch threading video a dozen times lol. Also, get multiple bobbins and set tension to various materials. I have 3. One for leather, one for vinyl (I've been using this one the most and sew various vinyls and waterproof canvases and haven't had to mess with tension knobs on the machine at all doing this), and another I haven't needed to use yet.
Going to tell you straight up no sugar coating, it is your timing, user error that is causing this. Do not give up, over come it, if you do decide to fix your timing, video tape yourself doing it, because when you fix it, it will be the most gratification for yourself, you will love your machine.
I enjoy all your videos, especially this one. Love how you are so real about the situation. I too just got an industrial machine and instructions were clear about not turning the handwheel backwards. There is a safety feature that will stop the machine to prevent damaging it. The hard part is finding the time to learn your machine. Sounds like your seller will be a good resource for you to get you up and running again.
Oh no, that is no bueno. Our service tech will be in this Thursday and we will break down this issue for you. :) Update coming soon.
Thank you for showing us your frustrations! I want this machine soooo bad and I know it’s good one, but watching you go through what you’re going through is like watching myself in the future going through the same stuff. I’m definitely not discouraged lol I will have my juki one day and I take comfort in knowing I’ll have these videos to help me.💜💜💜
Love the video , as always !!!! Thank you for inspiring us!!!
Thank you for keeping it real. My friends/relatives think it's so easy to make projects.
This has to be one of the best videos you have done. This is all if us at some point in life. I feel the same way whenever I have to sit down at my Juki. Confused and terrified but determined to conquer the beast! Great video. Thank you.
So funny, I didn’t even know the bobbin cover slid open! So glad you did this!!
I got mine in July 2022. Put it together and sewed like a maniac. Now I can fix it (with help from GG and other videos) I love it!!!! Your right Jess practice practice practice.
Love your honesty I have the same trouble with my Juki 1541s. I feel I spend more time working on it that I do sewing. I’ll keep watching to see if you get it so I can do it. Thank you again. You make me feel we can do this.
Jess, I love this type of video bc then I don't feel like I'm alone on these issues with my industrial..
This is more like a video from a friend or a sister, just sharing the struggle of sewing. When I am having a hard time sleeping I start watching one of your videos and pretty soon I start having good ideas of what I want to do next and somehow, I let everything go and go to sleep. I hope you know that it is not just the sewing tips we learn from your videos but the relaxed atmosphere that you create.
Leather is another beast of itself, practice with you vinyl, you will love your machine so much once you get the learning curve down, you are an awesome teacher.
Thanks for showing that you have real struggles too. You are one of my favourites because you are willing to show all aspects of sewing and not just the perfect bits.
Awesome video! I love the rawness and authenticity! Best of luck finding a solution for your problem. I know once you get comfortable with Beastie you will love it.
Love this real life video.😊 Very helpful, to push on & learn what you need to do!
Oh my gosh!!! My heart is so happy to see this realistic display of Juki madness🙀🙈. I had my Juki one day and totally freaked out and returned it. BUT!!! I really should have stuck it out. I opted for way more expensive domestic. Industrial machines are a big challenge. Thank you for being so REAL. I feel you!
I enjoy watching videos that are not absolutely perfect, makes me feel normal and respect you more. Thank you
I get your frustration!!! Every time I try to use my multi needle embroidery machine and my long arm it is like I’m brand new!!!!!!!
Perseverance is our friend 🤷🏼♀️
I love that you show us even your struggles. As a bag maker, some days go so smooth, and others are a total nightmare that make you even rethink your path all together. Its nice to know even someone with as much great work under your belt as you have still has these days too. While i love your tutorials ... i loved this video just as much!
I believe that you are supposed to line up the the three dots on the handwheel with the flange on the head so that everything is aligned to accept the bobbin. As far as the needle hitting the bobbin case goes, that is definitely a timing issue, probably from hand cranking over the thick seam, since it was working perfectly up till then. That shouldn't throw the timing off normally, but I suspect that there might be a set screw somewhere that was not tight enough and allowed the bobbin case/hook to slip/twist out of adjustment. Once you figure that out, you'll love the Juki, ... until you find something else to sort out. Stick with it until you've sorted everything out, and you will if you are determined to, then you will have clear sailing for a long time and you'll wonder what all the fuss was about in the beginning.
You are not alone in trying to get these expensive machines to work, the way we want. I don’t have an industrial but I have a long arm quilting machine (which I love) and like you, because I’m only using it about 2 or 3 times a year, it’s a learning curve every time. Thanks for trying to handle the big beast today. I’m sure it’s a simple fix.
Thank you so much for posting this! I feel very similar about my 1341
Love this video, so real✌️✌️
I know what you are going through. I also have a Juki-1541s. I was very intimidated and unsure at first. I watched videos by different people on youtube and eventually got comfortable with sewing on it. I now sew with it often, except very light weight materials. Love your videos.
I give you credit. I would’ve walked away like 10 minutes into the issues!😂 I still LOVE your tutorials. Keep up the great work Jess. You’re amazing no matter what machine you’re using. ❤️
I love to see this! I have sewn for years on my domestic Pfaff and I got a vintage Juki and this is so me😂😂.
Thank you for this video I am planning to purchase this machine and I now feel more comfortable knowing I won’t be alone with my fear of it
I have the same machine. For threading I numbered the way you thread it. My husband also bought me a speed reducer and that was a game changer!
Hi Jess, your vids helped propel me into bag making. It has been a journey for me and my sewing machines. I started on a basic Brother..which was a little trooper..but I felt sorry for it... which turned into a whirlwind 🌀of buy, test, sell, buy until I found my magical trio. A long list of machines that I have tested for bag making (Fabric, Canvas, Vinyl, making my own straps).. from Sailrite Ultrafeed to vintage Singers. I ended up with two Juki's (2010/1121 straight-stitch only) and a Babylock. for different stitches/embroidery. I can not say enough good about the 1121, It has been a game changer, I thought about the 1541 but I knew I would not be using real leather. She is easy to use and perfect for bag making without being too much to handle. LOVE your videos!! Your style of teaching is perfect!
Thank you for keeping it real with this video. I recently got a new machine (Janome HD5000) and it was miles away from the one I was using (Brother SE400) The learning curve has been a little steep but I am trudging along. I spent the first day of using my machine having to rethread it every time I finished sewing a line of stitches because I didn't know to turn the wheel after you are done, computerized machines do all of that for you. Again, thanks for the brutal honesty and for sharing that not everything comes easy, especially when working with new machines/materials.
I felt the exact same way when I upgraded to my Juki TL2010Q. It took me months to get fully comfortable on it. Thanks for sharing that you are just like us! 💜💜
I have the 2010 and love it!
I just got a new JUKI and was sooo scared to use it and for the first few days it really slowed me down just having to think of all the differently placed levers that were muscle memory on my last machine. But now in week two I absolutely love it no turning back now. Seeing you struggle with it made me feel like less of a failure, so thanks❤❤
I agree whole heartedly. The Juke is one heck of a workhorse.
I love watching all your videos and it is so cool to see how to learn an industrial machine. I can't help or give advice for the machine but there is wheels for office chairs for carpet they look like rollerblade wheels it makes sewing on carpet in my room a ton easier as far as wheeling around room and don't have to have mat under it. I cannot wait to see what you make or do next have an awesome day
Send it back! I had the same problem and wanted to cry every time I used it. I swore it was cursed. I ended up having to send it back and replaced. The second one hasn’t given me any problems at all and I love it!! In my research I found many that had the same problem and had to replace their machine. Don’t wait until the warranty it out!
I have the Sailrite industrial and love it. I really like it
I can’t help. But I can say that you working through these issues are making you an even better teacher. I learned with my moms inherited machine a year ago then over Christmas got a straight stitch machine. I think I thought, said, and did almost everything you did today. Thank you for sharing your vulnerability.
The narrow foot is a game changer. I doubt I’ll ever switch back to the standard foot. Great machine! I went with the 1541, no S, wanted to avoid the stress of it locking up 😂
I would love to have a Juki one day, but I'm definitely not ready. Thank you for sharing your struggles with us.
Industrial machines do have a learning curve, that’s for sure. I sewed wedding gowns and formal attire for years before I decided to make bags. I still love my domestic machines for those purposes, but I love my industrial machines for bag making. I have the Juki 1181N and Juki 8700 that I use all the time; my Juki TL2010 Q semi industrial machine when I travel. When I first got my industrial machines, I was very intimidated by them. After you sew and get to really know the machine your confidence builds and you can make some very get bags and heavy projects. I absolutely loved this video Jess because you are sharing the “real” experience of industrial machine sewing. I can honestly say that TH-cam was my best friend when I started because I didn’t know how to thread it either. I have always genuinely loved all your tutorials because you are so down to earth and your teaching style is so relatable.
My only advice to you is to keep at it. Also: 1. When you are threading your machine, lift up the knee lift when going around the top tension dial, then lower the lift when you finish threading the machine. 2. You also don’t need to manually lift the needle, use your knee lift for that. 3. My personal stitch length preference is to stitch at 3, baste at 4, and top stitch at 4-5. 4. Skiving the leather helps keep the bulk out of the seams. 5. I don’t change the side of the foot that I sew on, my regular walking foot gets plenty close to the zipper, without going over it. 6. A jumper jumper will help going over the layers and transition from the lining over the thicker leather pieces.
I purchased my 1541s in early November and haven’t played too much. It stitched like a dream! Just have to build up my confidence ❤. Maybe use your “hump jumper” from your home machine to help stitch that bulky part smoothly.
Thanks Jess!
I'm a leather bag maker, and have used my 1541 for about 8 years. A few things to keep in mind.
* Yes this machine can sew through thicker fabrics, leather etc, But eliminating bulk is still important, I find the machine does not like leather thickness transitions, which is what you were doing, when using leather, you can eliminate bulk by skiving.
* Always start with your needle down in the fabric, it will eliminate the messy bobbin thread issues on the underside.
* Hold on to your thread tails when you begin to stitch
*I found that the construction process of sewing a "fabric" bag from a leather bag is quite different. Not all leather bags need to be lined. The thread size needed to sew the leather portion of you project is much too heavy to sew the lining part of your bag. You will notice when you move down to sew the lining pieces together, the fabric will pucker etc. (unless your using a very heavy lining fabric, but if you do this, all your seams get too bulky real fast.
Hope some of this helps
I’m new at leather and my cylinder arm. You brought up an extremely good point about transitioning from leather to lining and thread weight. How do you handle it? I have several machines and right now I’m stopping, turning my chair and sewing the lining portion on my standard machine with a different thread weight, but I’m not always sewing at home. I take my sailrite walking foot machine on trips and sew. Which means I don’t have 2 machines handy. Do you stop and change thread? Sounds logical and a pain of course but curious how you handle it. Thanks for the great tips.
@@pamthetraveler7224 Hi, IMO I don't think its even necessary to line a leather bag, I don't. If the leather you are using, has a nice underside, why cover it? There are several ways to add inside pockets without using a lining. If you still find it necessary or prefer to line, it's not the best to use the technique in the video. If you look at some leather totes that are lined, usually the lining is cut and sewn (usually on another machine) to the same size as the bag, and then turned and inserted into the tote, the top edge is usually wrapped with a thin leather binding, and stitched in place, or you do the reverse and insert the leather into the constructed lining, stitch around the top and then pull up the lining (which has the bottom open and insert it into the leather bag, and then hand stitch the bottom closed, this technique encases the raw edges on the inside of the top seam. It really comes down to the look you are going for and the weight and temper of the leather you are using. If you would have chosen a lighter weight upholstery leather for the project in your video, you may have been able to make the bag with a lining, the seams would have been less bulky, but I don't know how the Juki would handle stitching the lining closed. You were using a pretty stiff utility type leather, which is usually more suited for single seam construction. Its quite a learning process and really comes down to the temper and weight of your leather. Also, most leather bags using the heavier leathers use brass zippers, which you can't sew over like the nylon ones, so you need to remove teeth etc.
Yes my Juki 1541s locked up three times yesterday.. I get very frustrated too. I have faith in you I know you’ll make friends with your Juki.
Thx for this vid! My mom (a taylor and seamstress) taught me how to sew on her industrial machines when i was a kid. I regret not keeping up with sewing nor learning more from her. It's been decades since I've touched any sewing machine. Bought my first domestic recently. Making cotton pencil bags for my little one. It's a little scary for me. It's easy to forget what one has learned. But your tutorials are inspiring. Thx!
It’s such a simple machine once you get to know it it really is. One tip when threading this machine is loft the presser foot when threading through the tension dial areas and this opens the discs so that the thread sits inside the discs properly.
I use nothing but my 1541. Love it
I am so excited you are using your 1541S! I bought the same machine about the same time. I have wondered if I was missing videos of you using this machine.
The machine locks up for safety to keep you from breaking anything. There is a button to the right of the needle. You have to push the button and turn the hand wheel to release. There are TH-cam videos 😊 I think your issue was going from the thin fabric to the thick. It doesn’t like thin fabric unless you are using a smaller needle.
The machine is big and scary but if you use it enough I think you will love it!
I agree with you that this machine will sew through fabric the Bernina will not. I own a Bernina 880 & it sews very well but not the thick leather I use.
You are great and I love your videos, not to mention you putting your realness out there.
Hang in there and I hope you decide you love this machine
I really like my industrial now but we took a bit of time to get along. I took the needle guard off as I couldn't see the needle properly and so far no holes through my fingers. Keep going with it, it's worth it.
Great video. I’m a quilter (mostly), but have ventured out in bag making. Thinking I may “need” an industrial machine, I’m seeing more and more, my Brother Dream will continue to do just fine. Thanks for the realness ❤️
What a real look at what it's like sometimes when you sit down to make something. I don't have a commercial machine anymore. I sold it and bought the Juki Haruka (TL 18QVP). It fits better in my current space. Having said that, I have experienced days when things just don't go right also. I appreciate your bravery in demonstrating sewing woes that exist for even the seasoned sewers. I am sure you will persevere eventually. I look forward to that video - sharing your triumph. You're still a sewing rock star in my book Jess.
Hi Jess. I have a bit older Husqvarna Designer Embroidery machine. It does NOT do well with heavy sewing projects. My son does leather projects an uses a Juki It does a great job. Nice chair. I just switched out the same wheels on my sewing chair for the roller blade types and I am loving them. It even rolls on carpet!
I really hope you continue to use it! When I get mine I know watching you get better at it will certainly help me. Keep going! PS...love the chair!😊❤️
You are so funny, you did a great job. Wish I had a Juki.
Thank you sooo much for this video. I love your video’s. I learn so much from you but I always think am I the only one that struggles? You showing us the “ behind the scenes” so to speak makes me love you even more.
I agree
I've been wanting this machine for a while, I just got a Bernina B590 though because I also love embroidery. Everyone makes it look so easy using this machine, but I love how you're showing the actual struggle with it. Think I'll wait a bit, I still struggle with my Bernina from time to time.
I love that you posted this video! I am wanting to buy that exact machine. However, I am concerned that I won't be able to learn how to use it. It really helps to see you going through the learning curve.
I so identify! I’ve had the Juki LU-2810-7. She is a BEAST & runs on an air compressor. It has taken 3 years to get fairly comfortable w it. There are no tutorials, rarely any videos & most that own this machine run an upholstery business or factory & have technicians on site. Maybe with these big industrial machines Juki could benefit from many, many more how-to videos. As others have said, I greatly appreciated your honesty in learning & please know, I’ve spent hours trying to figure it out, maybe days. It certainly took me nearly a year of having my machine to really begin working on it, it is STRONG & intimidating. Thank you for all you do. ❤
You can also barely push the “gas pedal” down and the thread will pull out easier when you have finished sewing a section. That was a game changer too I learned, now I don’t struggle pulling the thread out when I am ready to cut it. I watch a lot of videos on this machine. Soon you will learn to love it!
I have an older industrial machine, still learning. First time I wound a bobbin I didn’t unthread the needle. Had to get my timing fixed. Waiting now to get the motor that gives more speed control. I asked Lauren Mormino for advice, she said practice and give yourself grace. ❤ hope it works for both of us in the near future ❤❤
You got this🚧 keep playing with it.
Thanks for keeping it real. Since I am retired on a fixed income, an industrial is not in my future. Thankfully, I was never intimidated by my Juki TL machine, but I think an industrial would have me shaking in my boots. Lol. Gigi and her staff are wonderful! I am sure they will have you fixed in no time.
I absolutely love my Juki 1541 S and it can absolutely move through some stacked materials. I use mine mainly for upholstery.
Your thread may be the problem for the shredding. Try a different spool of thread. I also use a size 21 needle for my leather.
Hi from Australia...love your videos and this one especially - keeping it real......keep up the awesome work :)
I have this machine, I love it!!!
Industrials definitely have a learning curve 😂 I have a Consew 206RB, and some wonderful person posted 2 videos with literally every maintenance issue and how to do it step by step. It was a life saver for me to be able to adjust everything properly.
he's the best! My machine locked up and watched his video and it's running better now than when I got it!
I have the same machine and have no idea how to use it, do you mind sharing where you found the videos?
@@33Krysta th-cam.com/video/y4ACNMX65zE/w-d-xo.html This is part 1 - just save his channel, only a few videos ☺️
@@mrsgcb Mine too… the guy that I bought it from is really nice - I got it for a good price, but there was definitely some tweaking needed to get it running smoothly!
Proper service mechanics can work wonders! I hear your frustration and sewing should be enjoyable. A service on the machine may not be cheap or easy but the cost to your sanity is worth it. They're able to tell you EVERYTHING. I know that you will love the sewing eventually.
Stick with it! Once you get the hang of it, I love it now. I went months without touching it at first. It was just way to fast (the take off) for me and it would pull everything really hard to the left. We put a smaller pulley on it and I can take off slower, I then loosened the foot pressure all the way so it stops pulling now. I ordered the narrow foot from Sailrite and I love it