Juki MF 7923 Industrial Coverstitch Machine

[@Beyondthepinkdoor]

Oh wow Alex it’s a beast of a machine . I love the sound it makes , such perfection .

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Andrea 😊 I need a lot of practice though 🤣🤣🤣

[@thebarefootsewer711]

That's a brilliant machine, may you have many happy hours of coverstitching.

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊😊😊

[@laurajones4088]

What a beauty! Love your new machine and of course I want to see more.😊

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Laura ♥️ you'll have a laugh at my clumsiness when you see more 🤣🤣🤣

[@ItisJosie]

Congratulations on your new baby, Alex. 😉 Just watching you sewing with this beast is enough for me. It is an amazing machine. 👏🏾👏🏾

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Josie 😊 I need a bit of practice 🤣🤣🤣

[@katy6543210]

@@GingerheadCo it's an industrial machine so why is it not heavy duty?

[@andieg3812]

That is some serious piece of kit... and a little scary! I’m loving my new one and now need to go back and rewatch all your coverstitch vlogs so I can learn how to use it! Xx

[@GingerheadCo]

It is quite scary 🤣 it's going to take me some time to learn how to use it properly 😉 I think there's lots of resources for Janome coverstitch (they are very popular) so I'm sure even if something puzzles you at first, you'll find the right solution 😊 Coverstitch machines can be a bit fussy (but then, for me all machines are new and fascinating. I started sewing in 2017 and still remember opening the instruction manual, reading "how to wind the bobbin" and shouting to Hedgehubby: "what the hell is a bobbin???" 🤣🤣🤣 and now I'm threading industrials and measuring the clearance space with a micrometer 🤣🤣🤣)

[@helencarr1229]

All I can say is WOW! Enjoy your new machine. It is beautiful 💫👍

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Helen 😊 x

[@gillianchatterton6376]

Good to see you after your break! Wow! What a fantastic machine!

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Gillian 😊😊😊x

[@EileenR11]

New toy! It is very impressive - I love the sound it makes as it powers along. Enjoy!

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Eileen 😊😊😊

[@jazielllanas7519]

I just ordered mine I learn a lot with your video’s.

[@GingerheadCo]

It’s a brilliant machine, I’m sure you’ll love yours 😊

[@AnnabelleC888]

😧 that thing is a beast! Beautiful stitching.

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊

[@runningsewandsew]

Oh my that is fine machine - brilliant vlog introducing it xxx

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Judi 😊 x

[@sandramessenger751]

Wow looks fab. Happy coverstitching x

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Sandra 😊

[@suepratt2536]

Those stitches are looking so nice 😃

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Sue (I'm still working my way through various settings for various threads, fabrics and needle sizes...still swearing a fair bit 😉) x

[@paulamattsson8583]

Wow what a beautiful machine congratulations Alex 👍👍❤❤❤

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Paula 😊x

[@mariav.4832]

Waw! How profecional! Congratulations on your new machine! He makes beautiful stitches.👌 Also love machines!😊 Have fun with it!☺

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊

[@bellepoupee61]

Bonjour Alex! Ooohhhh lalaaaaaa that is a beast! Congratulations! So 3 coverstitch machines ? LOL! That is so fast! No thank you for me lol! Have fun my sweet friend! Christine 🇨🇦

[@GingerheadCo]

Haha, I know Christine 🤣 thank you and have a lovely day 😊😊😊x

[@alisonwilliams5355]

Amazing machine Alex, great that it works so well over a variety of materials. Not thought of getting one, still battling to master my overlocker & new computerised sewing machine. All very different after using a mechanical machine for years, a lot to learn. Enjoy.

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Alison 😊 I think every new machine takes some getting used to (and then we forget that it was "different " and it becomes the norm 😉 ) x

[@Allycat3270]

Your must be your Juki dealer most favourite customer he/she must get so excited when they see you walking through the door LOL What a fantastic machine, here am I wanting to get the Janome 1000 Cover Pro, it looks so small compared to your new 'baby'.

[@GingerheadCo]

Haha, you would think so (I've spent close to £10,000 in the last 3 years with them) but I'm a very particular customer. And believe me : all my machines look small compared to this one 🤣🤣🤣 I'm still keeping my little Juki (MCS 1500) at least for now because I love it so much. You don't have to be big to be amazing 😉🤣

[@Allycat3270]

@@GingerheadCo exactly, I have held off buying a coverstitch machine for a long time and then I see the great finishes they do on garments so I have relented to get one. I am happy with a second hand one and the Janome model that I want is a better model than their new model according to Pattern Review. I do love Juki machines although I am a self confessed Bernina lover (I have four of them...),

[@GingerheadCo]

@@Allycat3270 I'm actually not loyal to any brand in particular 🤣 I know it doesn't look like it at the moment 😉 I think Juki might not be my choice in a few years, I'm more a fan of models than brands. I like some old berninas but I'm not as much into the new models (nothing wrong with them, they are just not as great for me as the old ones)

[@Allycat3270]

@@GingerheadCo I have four Berninas in total, an 830 (not the one Sian has the old model). a model from the 1960's (I think the 600 series) and a 150 and 160 Virtuosa which are a computer machine (if you know what I mean). When I watch Sew Sew Live here on KZbin the lady whose channel it is sews on an industrial Juki and I do so love the sound of it sewing. Tom Kat Stitchery here on KZbin also sews on an industrial Juki. If I could never get another Bernina and had to have a modern machine I would go for the Baby Lock, have you seen their domestic machines? They are not available in Australia but they are very popular in the US especially among the quilters, and they are beautiful too. I am surprised that Sian has never considered getting an industrial machine, That may all change now that she and her family are moving house

[@dibsandthemachine]

Also I will like to see more about the machine so a more detailed tutorial will be appreciated....if you have the time of course

[@GingerheadCo]

Will do (I actually really like talking about machines and playing with them so it will be a pleasure) 😊

[@dibsandthemachine]

This is brilliant. Definitely going to my list of machines to buy

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊 (and I wish I stopped adding machines to my list 🤣)

[@dibsandthemachine]

@@GingerheadCo I don't think that will ever happen. I love industrial machines as well and I am always making excuses to buy more hahahahah

[@GingerheadCo]

@@dibsandthemachine it makes me feel so much more normal 😁 They are amazing but I live in quite a small house so I definitely have to stop buying machines 😉

[@audreyh3809]

Wow! I’ve been wondering what new machine you were getting, after your teaser about it in a previous video. I look forward to following your learning journey with your new beast (beauty?...lol). Congratulations on the addition to your stable of machines....lol. I have a domestic coverstitch machine and am very envious of the cutter.

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊 the cutter is amazing, it's so easy to get used to just pulling the project from under the foot (small thing, I know, but I absolutely love it 😁) I have lots to learn but hopefully at some point I will stop swearing at it 😉

[@audreyh3809]

@@GingerheadCo 🤣😂❤️

[@jeffkape7842]

Hi great video. I have a kansai coverstitch machine and it skips on the extreme left needle from time to time and just wondering if your juki skips on the left and how you fixed it.

[@tdodo3026]

Hi Alex, I got my machine today finally. can you please make a video teaching how to thread it? Thanks.

[@berniepokorski6608]

I am impressed! 😉

[@terrieknox5244]

Thank-You, Great video👍🏻 hope to see more 😎

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊

[@sewing_myhappyplacepauline223]

Fabulous machine and the thread cutter makes me so envious. I have the janome 2000 which I find reliable and space saving too 😊

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊 the video is definitely not made to be any sort of recommendation 🤣🤣🤣 I honestly think a domestic coverstitch is enough (and even a domestic one is actually a small luxury- it's an extra 😊) I just like machines 😉

[@sewing_myhappyplacepauline223]

Me too Alex, I love all gadgets and machines. My kitchen cupboards are full of them too 😉

[@SewingBunny]

Ohh that machine looks amazing! It was very satisfying just watching and listen to it 😊 hope you manage to master it soon x

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you Michelle 😊 I've got the rest of my life to practise 🤣🤣🤣

[@shastaforsocial6335]

Any risk of stitches unravelling when using the automatic cutters? (rather than tying off thread tails, that is...)

[@jazielllanas7519]

Thank you 😊

[@pandpen]

Hello Ginger - Can you please explain a little more about the device attached to the presser foot used to cover seams? You had mentioned this earlier in the video... Also, can you explain about other like attachments for this machine? Thanks!

[@pollydolly9723]

It's not a machine I would ever need in my lifetime, but I am so happy that you have this for your athletic/knitwear/hoodie needs. Oh, and knickers! Let's not forget those! ;-)

[@GingerheadCo]

Haha, I've just made belt loops for a jacket (the wool that I'm coverstitching in the video is there because of my jacket 🤣🤣🤣) Everyone needs their own harmless weirdness to be satisfied sometimes 😉 this is mine 😘

[@vadamson6365]

Wondering about access to maintenance. Will you have to have a technician?

[@ayannaathill2094]

I like your machine. What do you think about the Texi machines?

[@halesmoore]

TBH I don't usually watch machine videos as I know I'll never get a coverstitch but I was mesmerised! That's an impressive piece of kit (I still haven't figured out how to use my basic overlocker properly😄).

[@GingerheadCo]

Haha, up till very recently I didn't watch many sewing vlogs, I still mainly watch sewing machines (factory processes, repair videos and so on 😉 ) and the first ever vlog on your channel I saw was when you showed your newly acquired machine 😁 I like machines 🤣🤣🤣

[@tdodo3026]

Omg!!! So so cool!! I am so excited to see your new baby. Congrats!!! I was guessing you would get the 7523. I was wrong! What make you decide to get the free arm? It’s so cool Alex. I am so excited just to see it. I love the sound of it!!!

[@GingerheadCo]

Thank you 😊 I got the cylinder bed because I couldn't find the flat bed with all original parts (I prefer to buy all juki parts which is actually really difficult 🤣 I waited to buy the machine for a few months because most machines sold in the UK are sold with just the head made by juki, which I didn't want) But I need to learn a lot 😉

[@tdodo3026]

So far, I can’t your machine here in the USA. They do have 7923 but not thread cutter and not computerized. Free arm has it benefit too, so much easier to do small armhole and smaller in the round. Thanks so much for answering my question. Btw, do you also own Juki single needle industrial machine? Hahaha

[@GingerheadCo]

@@tdodo3026 the head only (with another brand servo motor and pedal, sometimes with another table) is much easier to buy here as well, it really took me a long time to find what I wanted (mind you, the original parts and the cutter will double the price, that's quite an important factor to consider. This machine was well over £4 thousand- so it really depends on how much you're willing to spend. With cylinder beds it's easier to work in a circular motion, so in a factory environment it saves time - and money. But for a home sewists it makes no difference. It's not difficult to get to small spaces on the 75 series, they have a trimmed front anyway. And the 75 - the flat bed one- series is cheaper)

[@randyfernando4442]

Thank you for this video! I’m looking to get a cover stitch machine and this looks promising! Does this come with a manual book thatbb B u can reference in case of troubleshooting?

[@Sarahcabralc]

Did the machinne come with the auto trimmer or you added to it? I am wondering if I can adapt that feature to mine, it is the same model apparently

[@janicek6399]

Well Hello to you and your new machine! I can tell she's a great addition to your collection! Have you named her/him? I maybe missed that? Anyway it is great to see you and I hope you have recovered from all the lost sleep and upset in learning all about this new addition!

[@GingerheadCo]

It's called The Monster at the moment 🤣🤣🤣 I am trying to find time to practice but working gets in my way (and I have lots of work at the moment) so I can't sleep much 🤣 I shouldn't really be vlogging now because I'm in a frenzy and have no control over my verbal utterances (people will think I'm some crazy zombie) but I'm definitely very happy that I finally got my machine (it wasn't easy because I'm such a picky buyer 😉) Hope all is well with you Janice and you and all the family are happy and healthy x

[@janicek6399]

@@GingerheadCo we are well. Thanks. Its snowed twice and I hate being cold! I got my wool socks out!

[@antonellalavoile]

Is it better when u have the sewing machine on the top of the table or submerged. I plan to buy it however I think I want the machine under the table

[@GingerheadCo]

it depends what you prefer, you can buy a flat bed machine instead - they are also cheaper (the cylinder bed that is submerged will have the flat surface and you'll sew 'flat' like on the flatbed machine, when you have it on the table you'll sew in the round - even if the fabric is not constructed yet - in theory it can then be faster when used by a skilled worker, if you work for yourself it won't really matter, it's a question of your personal preference) If you want to buy 100% Juki made cylinder bed machine, they only do semi-submerged tables (or the ones where the machine is fully on top) so you'll need to buy the table from somewhere else, which is actually easier than buying the original (and cheaper)

[@marecer6450]

Hello can you tell me where you bought this?

[@Bryxint]

What is the programming for this machine?

[@ovaleyeTV]

I’m going to purchase this Juki. Can you please answer if it ties a knot at the end or doesn’t let the hem unravel? Please let me know. We love all your videos. Thank you!!

[@GingerheadCo]

It locks the stitches so they can't unravel (it's not a knot, just a special way of pulling and securing the last stitch)

[@ovaleyeTV]

Thank you!

[@tdodo3026]

i see that you don't have the needle guard on. i will have to take my off too. impossible to replace the needle

[@jimkerry6740]

Thank you, you did a good job, but you didn't show on the video the back side.

[@tdodo3026]

Alex, way did you get the free arm instead of flat bed? I a undecided so I hope to hear your reasons. Thanks

[@GingerheadCo]

Availability of all the original parts 🤣

[@tdodo3026]

I threaded it :) unfortunately my left needle broke. do you have any trick replacing needle? i have a really hard time. thanks

[@GingerheadCo]

I use tweezers to hold the needle , make sure the needle is placed correctly and pushed to the end. And always check your needles (yes, new ones too) if they're not bent - give each a little roll on the table, they have to roll smoothly. Use the right size (I got 60s with my machine, which I had to change immediately, they are far too fine for me) 😊

[@tdodo3026]

Thanks alex for writing back. The scraft of the needle faces the back right? The hand wheel turns toward the back right? Because I broken my needle, I only have left and right needle and when I use them with the spreader, the lower looper is super loose and no matter how much I tighten it, it doesn’t help. Not sure what I did wrong and the dealer couldn’t help me.

[@GingerheadCo]

@@tdodo3026 get more needles, I like organ and schmetz UYX128 GAS ballpoint size 14/90 (the organ ones are marked BP for ballpoint the schmetz are marked SES) the groove faces the back (there's a slightly shorter groove on the front of the needle, too) There seems to be no balance between the needles tension and the looper, you really shouldn't have the looper tension high at all (both looper and spreader always have substantially lower tension than all the needles) Double check the threading, this machine will actually work badly threaded (which is not as great as it sounds) but it will never have a balanced stitch then. You do need more needles though, you need to change them relatively often (compared to industrial lockstitch or overlocker) and if you broke one it might mean the other ones are bent now. I'd always change all the needles if one breaks (and inspect the threading and the settings)

[@tdodo3026]

Hi Alex. Do you have problem with the jamming and eating up your fabric? Any advise on that?

[@GingerheadCo]

@@tdodo3026 a new machine should not have any problems 🤨 is it threaded correctly? There's a sticker with the threading path for each needle, spreader and looper in different colour. Are you starting with fabric under the foot? Are you using correct needles (the right type and size ?) Well, anyway, it's a new machine so your dealer should be able to help/explain, I'd definitely contact them first.

[@tdodo3026]

Hi Alex, can you pls do me a favor by giving me your complete model of your machine? It’s frustrating that they said such machine do not exist. They said it can only cut the bottom thread and not the top

[@GingerheadCo]

I'd say don't use this dealer...this is a standard Juki model (all made by Juki and they ONLY do needle and looper thread trimmer, it can be magnetic or pneumatic) My model is 7923 D (79 series 2 or 3 needles, dry head) U11 (universal type), B64 (my gauge has been changed, so it actually says B56 on the machine, but it's in fact B64) and finally: UT51 (trimmer of the needles and looper thread, 51 means it's magnetic).

[@tdodo3026]

You are the best. Thank you so so much.

[@tdodo3026]

Alex, if the computer breaks, the machine won’t run. Are you worry about that? I guess you are not that’s why you got it huh? Electronic stuff always break down. Mechanical much more reliable. Don’t know what to do

[@GingerheadCo]

Haha, you have to decide for yourself 😉 let me guess: your dealer doesn't do the control box (SC921) and operation panel (CP18)? The operation panel is computerised. If it breaks you won't be able to program the machine. 99.9% of time I don't program my machines. They still work perfectly 🤣🤣🤣 like with every machine: repairing an expensive, more advanced machine is more expensive than repairing a budget, simpler one. My only word of advice is: don't buy a machine till you are sure what you want. Wait till you are absolutely sure that you know what it does and it suits your needs.

[@tdodo3026]

You are so wonderful. I wish I can go to a dealer here and talk to them. I will learn more about the machine before any purchase :) thanks so much Alex

[@kellyanntheoneandonly7377]

Hey girl how did you finally figure your machine out? I’m struggling

[@GingerheadCo]

I actually did a course on sewing machines (check City and Guilds if you’re in the UK), but it really shouldn’t be a struggle. You might have it set up wrong (ask your dealer, it might be something simple) The machine doesn’t really need a lot of adjustments when it’s set up properly so you really shouldn’t struggle. The dealer should help, I’m sure you’ll sort it out in no time 😊

[@kellyanntheoneandonly7377]

@@GingerheadCo omg I figured it out. For some reason my tention separations are not coming fully back out when I release the peddle too softly.. if anyone has tension issues like I did recommend looking at that. Everything was fine after I noticed it finally

[@tdodo3026]

If you don’t have the single needle, I guess is that would be your next one HAhahaha Brew, your coverstitch machine, besides mf7923, is there any additional model number to indicate the control panel? Thanks Alex

[@GingerheadCo]

Ok, I think I need to make another video because I have to go to work 🤣 it's a very, very waste subject (I don't have an industrial lockstitch, I don't think I'll be getting one any time soon because of the space) x

[@tdodo3026]

Alex, you have the best of the best. Free arm but you can put it in a submerged table then you would have a flat bed :) that’s exactly what I would want. I absolutely love the thread cutter but the machine would cost double to have that function for me.

[@GingerheadCo]

@@tdodo3026 Haha, thank you, I'm glad that there's someone who actually finds it interesting 😁😊

[@tdodo3026]

I have been looking it the machine and too interested that I loose sleep over it. I don’t have space for it and still don’t know how to arrange my room to fit it but I want it. Practically same problem with you with space Hahahaha

[@bulanbanik2739]

Price

[@anessaharris9947]

😀

[@baryamanila]

i just bought mine 2nd hand Pegasus made in Japan for 356$ its like new no thread cutter tho