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The Spark Makerspace

Igniting the imagination through cooperative learning

Sewing

Whether you're a student working on a design project or a sewing enthusiast looking to expand your skills, we have the tools you'll need to make your creations come to life. Check out our high-end sewing machines -- two for in-space use, and three for checkout.

Janome Sewing Machine

Memory Craft 6500P Sewing Machine

Memory Craft 6500P Sewing Machine

Specs / Manuals / Info

  • Overview: Computerized sewing/quilting machine.
  • Info: Specifications | Manual
  • Notes: Available IN SPACE USE ONLY.
  • Accessories:​ We have a small number of bobbins and Janome needles of varying sizes along with the following presser feet and accessories.
    • Applique Foot
    • Beading Feet
    • Binder Foot
    • Blind Hem Foot
    • Border Guide Sewing Machine Foot
    • Button Sewing Foot
    • Circular Attachment
    • Concealed Zipper Foot
    • Darning Foot (Open-Toe)
    • Ditch Quilting Foot
    • Embroidery Foot
    • Even Foot set
    • Gathering Foot
    • High Shank Fringe Foot
    • Horizontal Rotary Hook
    • Pintucking Foot
    • Piping Foot
    • Ribbon/Sequin Foot
    • Roller Foot
    • Rotary Even Foot Set
    • Sliding Buttonhole Foot
    • Sliding Guide Foot
    • Straight Stitch Foot
    • Universal Ultimate Ruffler Accessory
    • Wide Ribbon Guide Foot

 

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Janome Magnolia Sewing Machine

Janome Magnolia Sewing Machine

Specs / Manuals / Info

  • Overview: A fully electronic sewing machine with 25 stitches.
  • Info: Specifications | Manual
  • Notes: These units are for take-home checkout. They are for a 4-day checkout. We will be moving the cameras to this time as well after spring break!
  • Accessories and specs:
    • Top loading full rotary hook bobbin
    • 25 stitches
    • 1 automatic one-step buttonhole
    • Automatic thread tension control
    • Built-in one-hand needle threader
    • Snap-on presser feet
    • Memorized needle up/down
    • 5 piece feed dog
    • Free Arm
    • Drop feed
    • Speed control slider
    • Easy reverse lever
    • Push-pull bobbin winder
    • Extra high presser foot lift
    • Stitch selection dials
    • Foot pressure adjustment
    • Maximum stitch width: 7mm
    • Maximum stitch length: 5mm
    • Hardcover included
    • Convenient accessory storage in a tray underneath the machine

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Janome 8002D Serger

Janome 8002D Serger

Specs / Manuals / Info

  • Overview: This 3 and 4 thread convertible serger cuts, sergers and finishes seams in one quick and easy motion.
  • Info: Specifications | Manual
  • Notes: Available IN SPACE USE ONLY.
  • Accessories and specs:
    • 3 and 4 thread convertible
    • Color coded thread guides
    • Easily retractable upper knife
    • Adjustable stitch length 1 to 4mm
    • Speeds up to 1,300 spm
    • Lay-in thread tension dial
    • Changeable thread guide
    • Adjustable foot pressure 
    • Differential feed ratio from 0.5 to 2.25
    • Threading chart
    • Quick change rolled hem
    • Snap on presser feet
    • Adjustable cutting width from 3.1mm – 7.3mm

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