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Tufting Starter Complete Set [AK-1 Cut Pile]

Tufting Starter Complete Set [AK-1 Cut Pile]

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AK-1 Cut Pile Tufting Gun (Hand Sewing Machine for Rugs) (color)
Carpet trimmer (rug clipper) (color)

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A must-have for tufting beginners! A starter set with all the tools and instructions to make one rug.

A photo of a woman holding a handmade rug with the contents of a Tufting Starter Set laid out on a desk.

The AK-1 is the world's most standard tufting gun, developed exclusively for cut pile.

Perfect for those who are wondering what to buy! This is a tufting starter set recommended by a home tufting specialty store.

You can start tufting the day it arrives.

Recommended points

  • Get 10% off when purchasing the set ! Save 8,404 yen compared to purchasing each item individually!
  • Even beginners can rest assured! An exclusive manual video is included that provides detailed instructions on how to use and create the product.
  • You can choose the tufting gun and trimmer in your favorite color.
  • The set contains a wide range of items necessary for tufting.

Set contents

  • Tufting start manual video
  • AK-1 Tufting Gun...Colors available
  • Assembled aluminum frame
  • 1 Tufting gun threader
  • Carpet trimmer (rug trimmer)…colors available
  • One-touch carpet trimmer guide
  • Ball winder
  • Rug adhesive (with anti-mite ingredients) 1kg
  • Tufting cloth 100cm x 100cm
  • Lining mesh 220×200cm
  • Soft Acrylic Yarn 200g 6 Cones
  • Soft Acrylic Yarn Color Chart

◇Things you need to prepare yourself

  • Paper marker pen (for drawing designs on fabric)
  • Hand mixer or stand mixer (for mixing the adhesive)
  • A container for mixing adhesives
  • Spatula (for adhesive)
  • Scissors
  • Projector (not necessary if you plan on drawing the design freehand)

◾️AK-1 Tufting Gun

https://rugmatag.com/products/ak-1-cutpile-tuftinggun

Tufting gun specially designed for cut pile.

・Cut pile height: approx. 16 mm

*Adjusting the length of the pile is very complicated and may cause damage, so please refrain from adjusting or disassembling it. Please note that adjustments or disassembly will not be covered by the warranty.

Weight: 3 lbs (1.4 kg)

-Universal voltage 100-240V, 50-60Hz

・Can be used directly in electrical outlets in Japan

- The gear part is equipped with a guard protector for safety. It prevents damage caused by yarn getting caught or injuries caused by hair getting caught, so you can use it with peace of mind.

・Country of origin: China (inspected in Japan, shipped domestically) *During the import process, the box may have scratches or dents. Also, the Clear version may have scratches on the handle. Please note that this cannot be exchanged.

・We are an authorized dealer, so please purchase with confidence. (Please be careful of counterfeit products on other online shopping sites.)

After use, remove any hair or debris using a thin brush or cotton swab. Also, apply oil regularly (about once every two weeks). Be sure to do this, as lack of maintenance can lead to breakdowns.

■About warranty■

Warranty period: 90 days from date of purchase

For initial defects or natural failures within the warranty period, maintenance is free once, but from the second time onwards, a fee will be charged (customer pays shipping costs).

After 90 days from the date of purchase: Maintenance fee is 4,000 yen (shipping costs paid by customer)

◾️Prefabricated aluminum frame

https://rugmatag.com/products/tufting-aluminum-frame

Size: 90x90cm (inner diameter 87x87)

The width can be adjusted so you can customize it to your desired size.

*It is recommended that two people perform the assembly work.

*A hexagonal wrench (5mm) is required separately. Please prepare it separately.

◾️Carpet trimmer Rug clipper

https://rugmatag.com/products/carpet_trimmer

These clippers are perfect for finishing cut pile rugs.

Voltage: 100-240V, 50-60Hz (can be used directly with any outlet in Japan)

Power: 200W

Speed: 2000-6000RPM

Size: 4.5×18cm

Weight: 300g

*Oil is not included due to import restrictions. Please purchase oil for the clipper separately.

・Country of origin: China (inspected and shipped domestically in Japan)

・We guarantee a 90-day return or exchange for defective products only. *Please note that products that break due to use other than intended will not be eligible for exchange.

◾️One-touch carpet trimmer guide (easy to remove)

https://rugmatag.com/products/carpet-trimmer-guide-clear

A trimmer guide with a fixed blade angle that makes it easy to achieve uniform pile length.

*When working, be careful not to cut too much and use too much force.

*Make sure to insert the trimmer all the way in before using.

*The acrylic part is protected with a sticker. Please peel it off before use.

◾️Dharma ball winder type 1

https://rugmatag.com/products/thread-winding-machine

A convenient ball winder for dividing cone-wound yarn into smaller pieces.

*It can be installed on tables up to about 3cm thick.

*Please pull the silver thread guide firmly until it is no longer wobbly before using it.

・Country of origin: China (inspected and shipped domestically in Japan)

◾️ Backing agent for tufting (rug adhesive) Contains anti-mite ingredients

https://rugmatag.com/products/tufting-glue-anti-mite

An adhesive with proven anti-mite properties that is actually used in carpet factories.

Contents: 1kg

Type: Water-based adhesive

Ingredients: Natural rubber, synthetic rubber (SBR)

※made in Japan

◾️Tufting cloth 100cm x 100cm

https://rugmatag.com/products/tufting_cloth

Tufting cloth designed for making rugs and carpets, with yellow guidelines every 5cm.

Material: 20% cotton, 80% polyester

◾️Mesh lining 220×200cm

https://rugmatag.com/products/keke-cloth-mesh

This backing provides a non-slip effect when used in conjunction with the rug adhesive sold in our store. It can also be cut to fit complex rug shapes.

Material: 100% rayon

Size: 220×200cm

Color: White

Country of Origin: Japan

*Pattern may vary depending on where the fabric is cut.

◾️Acrylic yarn for tufting (soft acrylic) 200g 6 cones

https://rugmatag.com/collections/tufting-yarn-softacrylic

A set of 6 soft acrylic yarns in standard colors that are frequently used.

◾️Acrylic yarn for tufting (soft acrylic) color chart

https://rugmatag.com/products/tufting-soft-acrylic-color-chart

A color chart of all 92 colors of soft acrylic yarn.

Defective product exchange guarantee

In the unlikely event that the product you purchased is defective, we will exchange it for a new product within 30 days, so you can enjoy shopping with peace of mind. *For more details, click here

About Shipping

Within Japan, orders placed by noon on the same day will be shipped as much as possible on the same day. Orders placed by 12:00 will be shipped the same day and arrive the next day (varies depending on region). Delivery is generally by Yamato Transport. Please change the delivery date and time when ordering or via Kuroneko Members.

*If we are busy with orders, shipping may be delayed, but we will aim to ship within 3 business days.

*Delivery may be made by Sagawa Express.

*Order acceptance and shipping times are based on Japan time.

*For shipping to areas outside of Japan, you can choose a delivery carrier such as FedEx. You cannot specify a pick-up time.

Please feel free to contact us

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