One machine I’ve forgot to include in my “must have” sewing equation is the blind hemming machine and just like my Overlock sewing machine it only serves one purpose, it creates a finished hem.
The blind hemmer has a curved needle, which helps it take a “bite” out of the fabric. and unlike the overlock or coverstitch machine, it only uses a single thread, that creates a chain stitch. This hem can be found on drapes, tailored pants, skirts, dresses and a few other garments that escape me currently.
While some might think that’s not impressive. It is for me. I love the blind stitch hem and do a lot this particular hem by hand, since I much prefer it the “blind stitch hem” of my Brother PC420 or even my Serger. No thanks, even though it takes longer, I much prefer to do that hem manually since my stitching is much nicer. Therein lies the problem, to finish some seams manually, it can take several minutes, a few hours or even longer. Can you see why a machine that solely does this would be appealing? Recently, the demand for me to do this type of hem has increased, so I need a viable alternative.
I’ve been researching blind hemmer machines for a little bit and have narrowed my selection to the Reliable MSK-588 Portable Blindstitch Sewing Machine.
Here’s what I like about this machine…
The Reliable MSK-588 sewing machine is built right, with the best quality components available, from the all-metal design of the casting to the finish quality that you expect from a Reliable product. Great care is taken in preparing each and every machine so when you plug it in you know it will sew right out of the box. Flexibility, no matter what you are hemming. The true skip-stitch function on the MSK-555 allows you to go from fine sheer material all the way to heavier woolens. Note: You may need to change the needle size and make other adjustments when you change fabric types. The MSK-588 comes complete with everything you need to get started; 3-needles, 2-screwdrivers, 4-piece allen key set, wrench, tweezers, oiler, 1-table clamp, variable speed foot controller, knee lifter, instructions and a trouble shooting guide to help first time users.
- It’s sturdy; all metal
- It’s an industrial machine
- Portable blindstitch sewing machine with 1:1 to 2:1 true skip-stitch function
- Adjustable stitch penetration for various types of fabric; 1725 rpm maximum speed
- Adjustable thread tension; swing-away plate for sewing flat pieces
- Variable-speed foot controller; includes array of accessories for getting started
- Measures 11 by 12 by 10 inches
I would love to see pics of all the machines you have in your room! The set up and such, too! I bet’s it’s awesome 🙂
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@Jennifer, I put most of them away until I’m going to use them. Recently, I had shelves built into one of the walls so that works perfectly. I still need to purchase a proper sewing table and perhaps I’ll do that in December. 🙂
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