Juki MCS-1500N Coverstitch Machine - Lay-buy deposit payment only
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Deposit payment for a JUKI MCS-1500N $200.00
Remaining balance of $999.00 to be paid at your leisure in instalments of your choice. Direct debit details to follow in separate email.
Please read the 'JUKI Lay-buy' page for more information.
Total price once the order is completed includes FREE shipping Australia wide + a 2 year warranty.
Available for Australian delivery only - sorry, we don't ship machines Internationally!
** This is the updated model, now with built-in LED light.
What JUKI says: "Juki introduces the new model specialized in Cover Stitching and Chain Stitching Sewing Machine that takes sewing up a notch. Equipped with useful features that provide sewing enjoyment."
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- Adjustable differential feed
- Simple looper threading
- Extension plate with seam guide lines
- Adjustable Presser foot pressure
- Presser foot guide
- Exterior thread cutter
- 4 thread cover stitch
- 3-thread cover stitch (wide)
- 3-thread cover stitch (narrow)
- Decorative Stitching
- Chainstitch
- Presser foot lifter
- LED light fixture
The Juki MCS 1500N is a purpose built Coverstitch machine, to give your knit garments + homewares a commercial finish at a great price.
Coverstitch machines are primarily used to create professional-looking hems, neckbands and cuffs on knit garments.
A coverstitch machine is perfect for use when creating your own swimwear, t-shirts, underwear, activewear, children's clothing, etc. The Juki MCS-1500N offers 4-thread, 3-thread (wide), and 3-thread (narrow) stitches giving you plenty of options to choose from to create the finish you like best for each individual garment.
A coverstitch machine offers the dual function of covering the raw edges of your fabric whilst also retaining the fabrics stretch and recovery. You will find the stitches created with your Juki MCS-1500N don't pucker as can be the case when you sew stretch fabrics with your regular sewing machine.
Some users may find a little tunnelling can still occur with the 3-thread narrow stitch on your lightweight and drapey knits such as viscose, bamboo or modal. This is due to the nature of the fabric, not the machine or user error, and will disappear once you press and set your stitches.
How is a coverstitch machine different to an overlocker?
The main purpose of an overlocker is to tidy up seams and prevent fraying. Your overlocker will trim excess seam allowance with the in-built blade and at the same time sew a neat row of stitches over the edge of the fabric encasing the raw edge.
On the other hand, a coverstitch machine has a looper like an overlocker for the thread required to create the stitches under the fabric, but it doesn’t have a blade. There's no cutting involved with a coverstitch machine, it's job is simply to hem your finished garment edges or create decorative rows chainstitching.
Some say as it doesn't cut anything, it is closer to a sewing machine in function, and therefore behaves better with good quality sewing threads rather than the cones you would use with your overlocker.
Some feel given that it uses a looper and thread on the underside of the fabric, it's closer to an overlocker. The process to thread a coverstitch machine is definitely similar and does take a little practice.
Either way, if you work with knits often and want to elevate the finish for your own garments, or you sell garments requiring a commercial finish, the Juki MCS-1500N could be a great addition to your family of machines!
Download the Juki MCS-1500N brochure here.
Download the Juki MCS-1500N instructional manual here.
You can read more about why I've selected Juki as my brand of choice here.
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I know investing in a new machine is a big decision and you'll want to gather as much information as possible before being able to make a choice on the right machine.
Everyone has different needs with their sewing machinery, let's see if a JUKI is the right fit for you!
* Only available for Australian delivery.
** Shipping and a 2 year warranty are included in this price. Please review the warranty details here.
Sewing Speed : Maximum 1,350 spm
No. of needles used : 3
Needle system : 130/705H
Stitch Width : Coverstitch: 2.5/5mm
Stitch length : 1 – 4mm
Diffential Feed : no waving in knits, no puckering
Presser foot lift : 8mm/10mm
Dimension : 280(L) x 335 (W) x 285 (H)mm
Weight : 7.0 kg
Light : LED
Spool Caps
Tweezers
Brush / needle inserter
Net
Hexagonal screwdriver
Accessory bag
Dust cover
About A+R.
About A+R Fabrics.
A+R is owned and operated by passionate creative Katrina Hope, from her small rural studio located in regional Victoria, Australia.
The name A+R comes from her daughters names, Arlo + Remi.
Trin's love of working with and wearing natural fibres is reflected in the collection.
A+R was established in 2018 with the mission for the business being to offer the highest quality fabrics with a strong focus on natural fibres.
What A+R does differently?
A+R carries a unique range of colours and textures that have a strong focus on natural fibres.
She strives to provide the sewing community an interesting & unique range of fabrics that can only be found here.
Our colours, textures and stripes / checks are created directed with our mill. Each solid colour is lab dipped to allow us to see the colour brilliance and depth on each substrate.
Our stripes and checks are hand loomed to allow us to perfect the size and colour balance for each design.
Where is A+R?
The A+R Studio began in Coffs Harbour + is now located in beautiful regional Victoria, to the North East of Melbourne.
Trin's focus is continuing to slowly grow the range and expand each category to include new solid colours, textures and hopefully one day a range of prints on various substrates.
At this stage, there are no plans to include retail in A+R'S offering.
Ordering online.
Placing your first online order?
Ordering from a new store, or placing your first online fabric order can feel a little risky!
A+R Fabrics strives to create an easy + enjoyable shopping experience, whether it's your first of tenth order with us.
We've tried to include as much information about each fabric as possible, but we welcome any questions you may have about project suitability, etc.
Swatches
We offer swatches to our friends in AU, NZ + US, this way you can view the collection in person prior to purchase.
Although I've done my best to capture colours as accurately as possible, it's important to me that you have the opportunity to check the colour, weight, handfeel and even run the swatch under your sewing machine to ensure it's going to be the right choice for you project!
Order Fulfilment
A+R is a micro sized (sole operator) business which means our fulfilment times can be a little longer than some of our friends in the Industry.
The current published fulfilment time is 3-4 business days, however I strive for a faster turnaround wherever I can!
Why pre-cut fabrics?
New streamlined system
Having our range of fabrics available to purchase as pre-cut lengths is a new style of operation for A+R.
Previously all fabrics were cut to order, however lifestyle changes outside of A+R have prompted the switch to a pre-cut system.
Balancing act
Pre-cutting our fabrics allows A+R to remain open whilst I balance a full-time role and solo parenting.
This way, I can still pick and pack our beautiful fabrics for your orders during my evenings, whilst balancing my responsibilities as 'Mum' & 'Admin Superstar'.
What lengths are available?
Each bolt is cut to suit each fabric. Linen's tend to be longer lengths 2-4m each, whereas knits are often slightly shorter given the suitable for smaller projects.
None of the fabrics are cut over 4m, however you are welcome to purchase a 2.5m + 3m should 5.5m be required, etc.
My required meterage is sold out!
If there's a particular fabric you're wanting to purchase and the length your project requires is not available, please use the 'contact' tab in the main menu to send me an email.
If I still have fabric on the bolt, I'd be more than happy to cut your desired length.
Important notes:
These requests will be cut and packed on weekends, so please allow a little more time.
Please check your intended projects cutting layout to ensure your lengths will be suitable!
Also, do not play pattern Tetris after too many vino's or whilst operating on a lack of sleep, ask me why...
