How to Stretch a Juki Machine

Sewing machines are constantly improving. One improvement is a stretched arm.

Juki is a Japanese company that has been manufacturing industrial and household sewing machines for 60 years. Although Juki makes specific models for quilts and larger sewing projects, you may need more room to work efficiently and comfortably. Stretching the arm of your Juki machine can save you hours in completing large sewing and quilting projects. Wow Quilts invented the Stretched Arm Quilting Machine.

Things You'll Need

• Juki TL98 series machine

Instructions

1. Acquire a Juki TL98 series model, such as the Juki TL98Q. Though this series can be used for general sewing, it has custom innovations designed particularly for the quilter.

2. Contact a sewing machine company that specializes in stretching the machine's arm, such as WOW Quilts. Make sure that the type of machine you have can be stretched.

3. Choose the type or model of stretched machine you prefer. There may be a lengthy waiting list, in which case the stretcher will contact you when it's your turn.

4. Ship your machine to the stretcher when notified. It usually takes two to three weeks for the machine to be modified and shipped back to you.

Tips & Warnings

• If you haven't already purchased a Juki machine, you may consider purchasing a machine that is already stretched.

• Other models and makes can be stretched, too. Brother and Baby Lock machines, for instance, can be stretched.

• Inquire as to the various models of Juki or of other manufacturers that can be custom stretched before you purchase a machine.

References

• Juki: Message from the President
• Juki: Household Sewing Machines
• Juki: Corporate History
• Wow Quilts: About Us
• Richard Wilson; President, Wow Quilts; Coweta, Oklahoma