Industrial sewing machine vs. domestic (review)

[@UncleJaco]

After I watched you video, I purchased a Juki 1181N - Walking foot machine. I used a Singer Heavy duty before and making canvas bags, dust covers for my equipment and now starting to make backpacks. The Singer served me very well. I did not have stitch quality issues like you mention. However, the machine strained on multiple layers of canvas and webbing combinations I used. The industrial machine makes light work of it all and the speed is an absolute pleasure if I need to do tent repairs etc where you sew really long seams! I never even dreamed of attempting the tent repairs on the home machines. Thanks for your advice, it opened a new world for me Julie. Keep up the good work.

[@musk4mars116]

Thank you for this. I own an industrial Juki and several home Berninas. The Juki 5550N which cost me $500 used is a far superior machine to my Berninas. The quality and control it gives you for the cost is amazing. Home machines now seem like children's toys to me. The reason not to get one is not having the space. They are mostly maintenance free as well.

[@Julija_Gobere]

Yes, once you go industrial - it's hard to go back to domestic ones!

[@JHorvathCinema]

Two biggest things you said that are not said enough. Feed consistency and stitch quality, if you have the room and do a lot of sewing, it’s worth the price of entry 👍🏼

[@angiemenapa]

It is silent because it's a servo motor. We use servo motors at school. I don't like the older clutch motor due to the noise. The servo motor only makes a soft noise when you step on the pedal to sew. Unlike the clutch motor that moos like a cow whenever there is power supply, even when you are not stepping on the pedal. The clutch motor therefore consumes more energy due to its nonstop mooing. 😂🐮 This info is for readers who are not aware. 😊 I am ready to go and check my local dealer for this same model. 😍

[@ca6177]

Thank you, I have inherited an industrial machine, but in the process of trying to find space for it! Thank you!👍

[@Julija_Gobere]

Ih yes, finding space for industrial is a true headache! 🤔

[@vanisamantile665]

Hi, could you please do a review of the adjustable maniquin? Thanks for this video, I am convinced, I'm buying an industrial machine

[@micheletsangping9744]

Thank you for the review - i want to buy a jack A3 and your video really helped me to see all the features

[@blue.eye12]

Domestic machine is for personal purposes with many functions and features. while Industrial machine is for projects in case you want to. It's a heavy duty, low noise & long life. Yes I've been thinking about what do I do with more than 200 stitches and those childish auto-built designs of embroidery which computerized machine has. After watching your video , I made up my mind to buy this. Thank you very much. All points you braught up make sense to me.

[@Julija_Gobere]

Glad this helped!

[@924MUSIC]

That jacket is beautiful tutorial on that! What material is it?

[@remaejoi]

Hi i really like the jacket you made in the background. Do you have a pattern for that?

[@GeneralRock114]

You can always make button holes manually. Most sewing that I have used are that good making them anyway. I have a Pfaff 3.2 Expression IDT, and sometimes it’s great, and sometime not. Just depends on material and thickness.

[@kimberly5401]

Hello . Julie . thank you for your respond . I bought the new industrial ,too . .I think It was so good . see you .

[@Julija_Gobere]

So nice to hear! :) What industrial machine did you get?

[@kimberly5401]

Well , I bought it on last Friday . the brand is siruar a little be strange , even i can spell the word . ha ha so funny . the saller said the machine is very quite . you know i want to show you but the I don't know how to send you what my machine look like .

[@kimberly5401]

usually in Taiwan We usually bought Japan's brand . because we think the the thing come from Japan is good

[@kimberly5401]

ha ha what do you think ! but i really like it my new machine. it just as big as your . some of them are just the same but different brand . oh called me Kimberly from Taiwan .

[@kimberly5401]

oh ,.can you make a coat for us . because it's so beautiful . please don't forget . see you .

[@rhmendelson]

Great video Julie! Quick question, is this the best machine for sewing thick nylon fabrics, like the fabric used for backpacks and sport bags? Or is a heavy duty sewing machine better for that? Also, what about thicker fabrics like denim? Thank you Julie!

[@sgnappettas]

Thanks for this review! Very clear and informative. Also useful to know the price range. My Bernina has a good pedal, knee lift and stitch quality but it was quite expensive... for that reason I will use it until it works...hopefully another 10 years at least

[@Julija_Gobere]

sgnappettas oh, yes - Bernina's are expensive, but they do perform well and lasts long ☺️ In fact, the second machine that I had was an entry-level Bernina and it lasted me for 5 years with great stitch quality 😉

[@julianaewusi-essel6946]

How do you retain the stretch of knit fabrics

[@Jules-ck5zc]

Great video, thank you., you’ve convinced me not to be afraid of buying an industrial machine. Many good comments and your English and delivery are fab!

[@Julija_Gobere]

Thank you for such a sweet comment! ❤️

[@coralinega3839]

Hello, thank you for your video. I will have a question how do you sew the stretch fabrics so that the seams don't crack? Thank you

[@semco72057]

That is a nice looking machine and it must work perfectly for large jobs like making clothing or quilting.

[@PsychicKathleen]

Congratulations on your new machine Julie! My husband is always looking at these machines whenever we go to the shop where I bought mine last year (he worked in manufacturing before he retired) but I decided against it for many reasons. The space issue (I live in an apartment too) and I do want more features. My new machine (Elna Excellence 780) does have a specialized straight stitch function (HP) and offers something similar but has many of the other features I like too. I think for someone in fashion design like you, an industrial machine does make the most sense!

[@Julija_Gobere]

Thank you Kathleen! You have a very nice machine - I was also looking at Elna Excellence (model 720Pro) before settling for industrial one. Those machines are very reliable and has some really lovely features! P.s. I think that for your machine model you can also buy additionally a knee lift - do you have it? If not, I hingly recommend trying it, it's very comfortable when sewing!

[@PsychicKathleen]

It did come with a knee lift :) I do love my machine! It was $$ but I use most of the features sewing with all sorts of different and often wiggly fabrics :)

[@janvarif]

hello let me ask you a question which may seem unusual which sewing machine foot pedal do you prefer or find easier to use the industrial sewing machine foot pedal or the domestic sewing machine electric foot pedal please kindly let me know OK?thank you very much

[@injymohsen6467]

Hi ...i like what you have done with the table .....how is that .....

[@dinaa4596]

Hello Julie, I 'm a beginner and wanted to get into my own dressmaking. Can you please recommend sewing machines that have good stitch quality. Thank you!

[@Julija_Gobere]

Dina A Hi Dina! A lot depends on a budget you have. Quite frankly, I wouldn't spend a lot on a first machine, so anything from well known brands (Singer, Brother, Janome and etc.) in price range 120-200 USD range would do a great job. Before getting an industrial machine I used Singer Heavy Duty 4423 and loved it, so I could recommend it based from my experience :) And I would suggest you get a good steam iron - good ironing changes A LOT in sewing quality!

[@dinaa4596]

SewingJulie Thank you so much Julie for your time & reply. I was thinking on getting bernette b35.

[@charlclarke9722]

Brother or janome is better than the new bernina or bernette, i would recomend that you find an older model they are the best.

[@Julija_Gobere]

@faultroy Hi Dear! Truth be told, my own opinion about Heavy Duty 4423 changed in time, too - in the beginning I loved it; but after a year or two, I began to notice some quality imperfections in stitching that I didn't like. Later, I started to feel like I needed 'an upgrade' machine and this is how I ended up with industrial. I now use Heavy Duty only for buttonholes, but I am not loving them, either. It's not a bad machine, but I would say it's more dedicated for beginners and if you have more experience, you might want to look at other models, too. Hope this answers your question!

[@edenidris715]

What would you suggest for a beginner ?

[@Susan1937Fisher]

Thank you for an informative video. Can you change presser feet on the industrial machine?

[@Julija_Gobere]

Yes, you can change presser feet on the industrial machine - the standard foot comes with the machines already, and I additionally bought a right side foot, left side foot and invisible zipper foot; I am also thinking of buying a foot that creates and sews a bias tape binding in just one seam!

[@Susan1937Fisher]

I would love to see the bias tape foot when you get it!

[@Fuwari8D]

What about oiling? Does it have a reservuar?

[@Julija_Gobere]

Hello, Fuwari8D! Yes, it has a reservuar and hold approx. 400-500 ml of oil (that should last me about 2 years).

[@cornflowertoile3026]

Very good review. Do you know anything about Reliable industrial machines?

[@Julija_Gobere]

No, I haven't heard about Reliable machines - they are not available in my country, so I haven't had a chance to try them!

[@WSNO]

I have a USDM antique singer, 1930s, the kind that's all heavy durable metal, and i'm looking to modify it into an industrial-style machine...needs to work on vinyl, leather, upholstery, faux fur, etc with zero digital whizbang gizmos. Also looking for the speeds, my lesbian wife and fashion business partner needs to whip out our '70s inspired genderqueer fashion lines. I have years of relevant technical prowess and connections & money is no object for what I am building. What parts will i need to accomplish this?

[@luchosmith]

where’s the tutorial for that amazing jacket?!

[@mikym2096]

Hello.. im looking your post of your wedding dress but the video it wont play anymore in your blog.. 😭

[@brendashenda4249]

Will it sew leather?

[@Julija_Gobere]

Yes, it can sew leather - just switch to suitable needle and (preferably) use teflon foot

[@julianaewusi-essel6946]

Hello Julie... would you recommend an industrial sewing machine makes zig zag stitches too?

[@epriedane]

Industrial zig zag too expensive....at least for me.

[@dennyr989]

I love your machine! I don't believe Jacks machines are available in the US. It looks like your motor is a direct drive I don't see a separate servo motor underneath the table. Do you have a model number? thanks DR

[@bettymendoza370]

They're available in the US 🇺🇸 I have q few friends whom has them you can get them Google what's in your area

[@gip068]

How cool is it the pedal !!! Huge size compared to a domestic machine !! And also cool how you sew backwards when pressing the pedal on the bottom, Glenn

[@lauriebenzie1386]

Do you still have this machine? If so, do you still enjoy using it?

[@Julija_Gobere]

Hi Laurie! Yes, I still use this machine - I think it will last me a few decades! And yes, I still love using it 😉

[@lauriebenzie1386]

@@Julija_Gobere thank you, that's good to know that you still have it and use it. I am looking at buying a Jack F4 or A4 for free motion quilting so am doing some research on the machine. I am in Canada, they seem to be a new for this market, not much info and only one retailer 2000 km from me. lol

[@Julija_Gobere]

@@lauriebenzie1386 I am from Europe, so I am not really sure about the market in Canada. However, I think these are official distributors in USA and Canada and they might be what you are looking for: jacknorthamerica.com/

[@lauriebenzie1386]

@@Julija_Gobere Thank you so much, I have sent an email to them with my questions. Hopefully I will have a Jack humming along in my sewing room soon. :)

[@alavicimusic1244]

I want that jacket

[@ericdebord]

looks like sgt peppers lonley hearts club band jacket.

[@nakshipolly5666]

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