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Accolade

Accolade

BLS8

The Accolade is an 8-thread overlocker/coverstitch machine, which includes the exclusive wave stitch amounting to 87 stitch combinations. You can also combine stitches to form expressive and decorative 8-thread stitches. And there's no need to worry about keeping track of eight threads - the Accolade can be threaded quickly and easily in any order.

The Accolade features ExtraordinAirª threading for instant threading of all three loopers at once. In addition, the Accolade has all the patented features you would expect on a Baby Lock including Automatic Thread Delivery (ATD) System, tubular loopers, automatic coverstitch chain off and so much more.

This model was discontinued in 2025-2026 

Accolade features:

  • ExtraordinAir™ Threading for loopers
  • Automatic Thread Delivery (ATD) System - no tensions
  • 6mm Presser foot height
  • LED lighting
  • Exclusive wave and reverse wave stitch

What's in the box

  • Instruction manual
  • Quick reference threading guide
  • Combination foot control & power cord
  • Package of assorted sized needles Organ ELx705CF
  • Flat table for chain/cover stitching
  • 2 x Guide fixing screws for table
  • Lint brush/needle insert tool
  • Manual needle threader
  • Allen screwdriver
  • Tweezers
  • Upper cutting blade for replacement
  • Screwdriver
  • Looper threading tool
  • 2 x Overlock needle screws
  • 2 x Chain/cover stitch needle screws
  • 8 x Thread nets
  • 8 x Sponge disks
  • 8 x Spool cap
  • Machine cover
  • 8 x Cone holders
  • Standard flat sole presser foot
  • Thread stand extension
  • Thread guide extension

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Accolade Specifications

Specifications
Machine Type 8-Thread Overlocker
Machine Type Coverstitch
Threading System ExtraordinAir™
Key Technology
Number of Threads 8
RevolutionAir™ Threading – Needles & Loopers ✘
ExtraordinAir™ Threading ✔
NEW JetAir™ (easier looper threader engagement) ✘
JetAir™ Threading ✘
Tension System Auto Thread Delivery (ATD) System
Lighting 3 LED
Throat Space -
True 2 to 1 ratio differential feed - ranging from 0.6 to 2 ✔
Knee Lift (Presser Foot) ✘
Variable Speed Control (easily set the maximum speed) ✘
Exclusive Fabric Support System ✔
Vertical Needle System – minimises needle deflection ✔
Advanced Features
Combination Stitch Options 87
Coverstitch: triple, wide (6mm), narrow (3mm) & single chain stitch ✔
Overlocking stitch Options: 4/3/2 Thread ✔
Exclusive Wave Stitch and Reverse Wave Stitch ✔
Automatic rolled hem stitch with the turn of a dial ✔
Flatlock stitch option for seaming and decorative effects ✔
Stitch Length 0.75 to 4mm
Stitch Width – Overlocking 1.5 to 7.5mm
Stitch Width – Expressive (overlocking & coverstitch combined) Up to 16mm
Heavy duty cutting system – cut thick fabrics easily ✔
Presser Foot Pressure Adjustment Adjustable Screw
Presser Foot Height 6mm
Sewing speed (stitches per minute) up to 1500
Convenience Features
Thread Stand Tray with Magnet ✘
Colour Coded Quick Reference Threading Guide ✔
Built-in Manual Needle Threader ✘
Position of presser foot lever Rear
Included Foot Flat Sole Foot
Built in Thread Cutter ✔
Guard plate for needle screws ✘
Built in Accessory Storage ✔
Safety Switches 2
Needle Drop Tray ✔
Electronic Foot Control ✔
Other Features
Needle Type EL 705 CF
Machine Weight 9.5KG
Made in Japan & 5 Year Conditional Warranty ✔
Optional Accessories
Optional Feet Available 16
Optional Attachments 13
Compatibility with Knit Binders/Lap Seam Binder ✘
Clear Extension Table Compatibility CT-1

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