Textiles
Sewing, printing, cutting, beadwork, leatherwork

Singer Sewing Machine
Singer Sewing Machine 

 Sewing Machine 

 

 

 This tool can be used by members and non-members who are well-versed in the operation of the tool. Trainings can always be requested at #class-requests on Slack 

 

 

 Model No CG550C 

 Date Purchased — 

 Status Operational 

 Link To Manual CG-500/550 instruction book 

 Link to product page Singer CG-550 (ManualsLib) 

 

 

 

 Description 

 The Singer CG550C is a general-purpose sewing machine for everyday fabric projects. Yellow tool—experienced users may use without mandatory training. Use Sailrite or serger for heavy work. 

 Specifications 

 

 

 Access level Yellow (open to experienced users) 

 Stitch types Utility and decorative (see manual) 

 Needle system 15×1 (typical home machine) 

 Documentation CG-500/CG-550 series manuals on ManualsLib 

 

 

 Additional Resources 

 

 CG-550 manual index

USCutter PrismCut P28
USCutter PrismCut P28 

 Vinyl Cutter 

 

 

 This tool is restricted to Makerspace Members, and requires a training before use. Request a training on Slack: #class-requests 

 

 

 Model No P28 

 Date Purchased — 

 Status Operational 

 Link To Manual PrismCut specs (USCutter) 

 Link to product page USCutter P28 

 

 

 

 Description 

 The USCutter PrismCut P28 cuts vinyl, HTV, and sign materials with Wi‑Fi, a touchscreen, and a camera for print-and-cut registration. Design in VinylMaster Cut on the shop PC, then cut after training. 

 Specifications (P28) 

 

 

 Max media width 28 in 

 Max cut width 24.5 in 

 Max cut length 15 ft (per USCutter specs article) 

 Max speed 800 mm/s 

 Max downforce 800 g 

 Min character size 2 mm 

 Contour cutting Yes (camera / ARMS) 

 Connectivity Wi‑Fi, USB, U-disk, P2P 

 Software VinylMaster Cut (shop station) 

 OS Windows 10/8/7, macOS (per USCutter) 

 

 

 Additional Resources 

 

 P28 product page 

 PrismCut technical specifications

Sears Roebuck Serger
Sears Roebuck Serger 

 Serger 

 

 

 This tool is restricted to Makerspace Members, and requires a training before use. Request a training on Slack: #class-requests 

 

 

 Model No 385.16644690 

 Date Purchased — 

 Status Operational 

 Link To Manual ManualsLib (search model) 

 Link to product page — (legacy Sears / Kenmore serger) 

 

 

 

 Description 

 Overlock serger for finished seams and knit fabrics. Training covers multi-thread threading and tension. Vintage machine—report issues promptly. 

 Specifications 

 

 

 Manufacturer model 385.16644690 

 Threads Typically 3–4 (verify on machine) 

 Access level Red (training required) 

 

 

 Additional Resources 

 Search 385.16644690 on ManualsLib

Sailrite Ultrafeed
Sailrite Ultrafeed 

 Industrial Sewing Machine 

 

 

 This tool is restricted to Makerspace Members, and requires a training before use. Request a training on Slack: #class-requests 

 

 

 Model No LSZ-1 

 Date Purchased — 

 Status Operational 

 Link To Manual Ultrafeed LSZ hub 

 Link to product page LSZ-1 package (110V) 

 

 

 

 Description 

 Walking-foot industrial machine for canvas, upholstery, webbing, and heavy fabric. Straight and zigzag (LSZ). Training required. 

 Specifications (LSZ-1) 

 

 

 Stitch types Straight + zigzag (up to 5 mm wide) 

 Feed Walking foot 

 Max stitch length 6 mm straight 

 Presser foot lift 3/8 in 

 Needle system 135×16 / 135×17 

 Needle range #10–#22 

 Thread range Tex 30–Tex 92 

 Speed ~1 stitch/sec up to 550 SPM (with balance wheel) 

 Power 110 VAC, 1/4 hp (package spec) 

 Weight ~55 lb (carrying weight) 

 

 

 Additional Resources 

 

 Ultrafeed LSZ overview

QX A1 Heat Press
QX A1 Heat Press 

 Heat Press 

 

 

 This tool is restricted to Makerspace Members, and requires a training before use. Request a training on Slack: #class-requests 

 

 

 Model No QX A1 (15×15 in) 

 Date Purchased — 

 Status Operational 

 Link To Manual PDF (15×15 clamshell) 

 Link to product page QX A1 reference 

 

 

 

 Description 

 Clamshell heat press for HTV, sublimation, and heat transfers. Set time, temperature, and pressure per material supplier charts. Do not leave unattended while heating. 

 Specifications 

 

 

 Platen size 15 × 15 in 

 Style Clamshell 

 Power ~1500–1800 W (typical for this class) 

 Voltage 110–120 V 

 Control Digital time and temperature 

 

 

 Typical settings (verify with your media) 

 

 

 HTV (common) ~305–320 °F, 10–15 s 

 Sublimation ~380–400 °F, per blank vendor 

 

 

 Additional Resources 

 FancierStudio 15×15 manual (PDF)