What is this machine, and is it appropriate for quilting?
 

I'm still debating on the logistics of quilting my first quilt, and haven't decided yet if I really want to send it out. I really want to be able to do it start-to-finish on my own (I think).

My DH has this machine. He bought it from a local commercial seamstress, and it doesn't seem to have any details on it. Is it the type of machine that could do something like a quilt, or is it more for 'heavy duty' sewing? (It was used mostly for heavy commercial fabrics like vinyl and canvas, which is what he'll be using it for). Maybe it's not something I can use? Oh, by the way, do you not LOVE the new table he just built?! I'm totally jealous.

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Holy cow!!!!!!!

I don't know about the maching but the table.............I want one.

I'd guess that since it was used for heavy fabrics it's probably not great for quilting. I have an "upholstery" machine that looks similar; it has a very heavy duty walking foot designed right into the machine and would certainly not work at all for quilting. Not totally sure what yours is/does though.

Woweee! He is good. Maybe if you are good to him, he'll build you one. Maybe.

wow very nice table. he should sell them.

Have you looked for the makers plate under the machine. When you tip the machine back the plate is normealy there.

I would agree that more than likely it will not work for quilting.

What are you piecing with and how big is the quilt?

Very nice table but where do you park your cars?

Throw together a practice piece and give it a whirl. Just grab any two pieces of fabric and some batting. Nothing fancy is required for trying it out. If you get good stitches that make you happy, it's good to go. If it's a hot mess you have not lost anything by trying.

I agree. It's worth a try, especially with that great table attached.

I believe you can get a modified foot peddle that better controls the speed on the commercial machines

Looks like it would only do straight stitch.
I would also love that table!

mgm- don't even talk to me about where the cars are. My car hasn't seen the inside of the garage...well, maybe ONE time. He's always got some project going in there. Usually it involves fixing someone ELSE's vehicle...
He's got this whole thing built on casters so he can wheel it around/outside if he needs to, and the machine is also on wheels and slides right into that space. The middle section will store his fabric rolls/bolts.

That machine isn't really meant to sew lighter fabrics. I had the same set in my shop for 20+ years.
It will sew it, but it won't like it...lol It may chew on it a bit too. Now if you wanted to sew a few layers of leather or vinyl and most upholstery materials this one would work.

Kinda looks like a Consew or possibly a Juki.

Her husband is probably reading this and thinking.........Hey that is my machine! Keep your frilly quilty stuff away......LOL

It wouldn't work anyhow, that type of machine loves vinyl, leather and canvas better.

Besides with the sewing oil swimming about in a tray underneath to keep the machine lubricated. Y'all would have a cow if it got on your quilt.....just sayin'

I used to have a singer much like this, but not an upholstery machine. I loved my commercial machine for piecing, I could really go to town on strip piecing.

I was going to suggest this very thing. You won't know for sure unless you try!

I love that table! Wish I had one that large. If you can't use that machine, I hope your husband will build a table for the machine you use.

Wow Great table, maybe he'd build one for you???

I have table envy!

What does your DH sew with his machine and this big of a table?????

I do agree I would give it a try, awesome table!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Ditto! That is some table!

Me too! Did machine applique for a sweatsuit company. It did beautiful applique work.

Looks like an industrial sewing machine much like the brother I have now. I was tempted to quilt my quilts on it but when my sis and I checked it out, it sews so fast I can hardly keep up. I am selling mine because I never use it. I bought one of Ken Lund's set ups he advertised on facebook to try to quilt my quilts with. I think if you can figure out how to slow it down, you might be able to sew on it but not freehand. Also, straight stitch only.

Boat interiors/seats/upholstery...canvas work like pop up campers...furniture cushions...

It reminds me of a JUKI machine industrial machine. I think it might be worth a try.

Chuck the machine and swap yours out with that table!!!! :)

You might need to change out the needle and thread and maybe readjust the tension, but it most likely will work. It will depend on your sewing level somewhat because it does go several times faster than the average home machine. Find a practice quilt and try it...you would want to do that with any machine anyway.

Can he make a table for your machine so that he can roll his out and slide yours right into that space?

It is likely the machine is used for heavy stuff with heavy thread - that will change your tensions. You might get an extra bobbin case just for lighter weight thread then only have to adjust the top tension when you transition. Can you shoot a picture of the foot? If it is a straight foot it would quilt - you can reset the clutch so it goes slower at first. Use finer needles and thread then rework the tensions. A high shank darning foot or a commercial darning foot may fit it. If it is a dedicated walking foot you won't like free motion with that. If you are doing straight grid type quilting, you might like it if it is set up for it.

Try it out. My guess is your husband won't get a look - in after you get going.

The commercial machines are geared much faster. One step on that pedal and you are in the next county. Watch your fingers or better yet, just let hubby use it.

I worked in a jeans factory in Missouri. Worse 3 months of my life; stifling hot and poorest pay. Almost every day some little newbie sewed her thumb to the pocket or whatever.

I remember looking at a commercial machine (Juki) and it had a well filled with heavy black oil, just under the front of the machine. Makes sense in a high speed, high production area. Just be sure to check and see if there's such a thing in your machine, as the oil could spill out if not handled carefully....a real mess.

Regarding the machine: The industrial machines sew very fast. Infact if you have ever sewed on one and then go to a domestic machine, you will repeatedly say, "hurry up, hurry up". I believe you could successfully use it for piecing. These machines give beautiful even stitches. And if you can control the speed, you should be able to free-motion quilt on it. I think it would be worth a try.

In my former life, I had an industrial machine which I used in home decorating projects; i.e, all window treatments, slipcovers, bedspreads, pillows, shams, tablecloths, etc. I loved working on that "old workhorse". (I had a pretty good client following.)

I can't help U with identifing the machine, but the table is wonderful. I would love to have one.

I don't think there is enough open space.You would have to fight too much with all the fabric and end up with very poor results.jmho.

I don't know about the machine, but that table is to die for!

Wow nice! Take it on a test run and see what you get, hope its good news, let us know.

I love it...I have been looking for a sewing machine like it. Maybe some day. NICE!!!!

I'd give it a try on some muslin layered up with batting like a quilt. You might try consulting with a good sewing machine repair shop in your area. Have seen similar machines at SewingMachine.Com brick and mortar store here in Atlanta.

That table is FABULOUS! wow!