JUKI Ambassadors, Taking Quilting and Sewing to New Levels

Kiki Kitty, Founder and Creative Director of K.Milele, is an innovator and visionary whose influence has shaped contemporary fashion for decades. Her groundbreaking approach to design mirrors the precision, performance, and creativity that define JUKI craftsmanship.

Kiki’s career took flight in the 1990s when she launched FUBU Ladies, the first multimillion-dollar women’s urban brand—marking a defining moment in streetwear history. Throughout her journey, she has continued to push creative boundaries, producing collections and collaborations for global icons including Sean Combs, Justin Timberlake, Jay-Z, Beyoncé, Nicki Minaj, Tommy Hilfiger, and Rihanna. Each project reflects the same spirit of innovation and excellence that JUKI represents in the world of sewing and design.

In 2012, Kiki returned to her roots of independent creativity by launching K.Milele, a brand that celebrates her artistry, heritage, and lifelong passion for design. Embracing her given name, Kianga Milele, meaning “Sunbeam Everlasting,” Kiki continues to shine a light on originality and craftsmanship. With JUKI sewing machines powering her studio, she brings her bold visions to life with precision and confidence, trusting in JUKI’s reliability and advanced technology to support her creative flow.

As a proud JUKI Ambassador, Kiki uses JUKI’s sewing machines to bridge the gap between imagination and execution. Her partnership with JUKI embodies a shared commitment to innovation, empowerment, and artistry. Through workshops, mentorship, and design projects, Kiki inspires emerging designers to create fearlessly proving that with JUKI, the possibilities in fashion are truly limitless.

Kiki Kitty and JUKI together represent a new era of creativity where skill, technology, and passion unite to move fashion forward.

Mah-Jing Wong is an American fashion designer who’s bold, art-driven approach blends creativity and confidence in every piece. His work celebrates individuality through strong silhouettes, hand-dyed prints, and geometric shapes, designs that industry experts have described as “Japanimation Pop Art.” Guided by the motto “Be Diligent and Be Limitless,” Mah-Jing’s creations encourage wearers to embrace their inner strength and self-expression. With the support of JUKI sewing machines, he transforms his imaginative ideas into structured, dynamic garments that embody both artistry and power.

Mah-Jing discovered his love for design at just eleven years old, learning to hand sew and draft patterns from his grandmother using weekly newspapers. His early exploration of craftsmanship laid the foundation for the precision and discipline he now achieves with JUKI sewing machines. He went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Fashion Marketing from The Art Institute of Philadelphia, where an internship with renowned designer Zac Posen inspired him to launch his namesake brand in 2011. His innovative style and attention to detail, supported by JUKI’s reliability and performance, have earned him recognition as one of the top six finalists on the Emmy Award-winning show Project Runway.

As a proud JUKI Ambassador, Mah-Jing continues to push the boundaries of modern design, relying on JUKI’s precision and strength to bring his vision to life. His partnership with JUKI reflects a shared dedication to craftsmanship, creativity, and empowering makers to design without limits. Together, Mah-Jing Wong and JUKI continue to shape the future of fashion, proving that true innovation begins with the courage to create.