Thread: Sweet sixteen sit down machine

I have been watching this machine on you tube and considering buying one as the long arm are so expensive. What I would like to know has anyone on the board have one and is it really necessary to have the stitch regulator as it is an extra £900. Thank you in anticipation.

I have a Sweet 16, and am learning without the stitch regulator. I tried it with, but felt more in touch with the process with my foot controlling the pedal. It is definitely not necessary, but many people prefer having it. Ideally, you could try it out both ways before deciding.

There's a yahoo group for owners of this machine, or those considering buying one, where you can find a wealth of information.

I bought a Viking Quilt Designer on a frame that has a stitch regulator. I turn it off. I too feel like I have more control without it on. I don't have a Sweet Sixteen but didn't really have the extra money to spend on one so I made my own with an old darning machine. I can't post a picture here but I'll start a new topic with it so you can see. It doesn't have a stitch regulator either and I do just fine with it. I personally don't think they are worth all the money.

I don't have one, but agree with the comments on the stitch regulator

I have an HQ 16 with a 12" table, and it has the stitch regulator. I only use it some of the time. Nice to have it when I feel needed. Worth it to me!

Is the stitch regulator something you could buy later if you decide you need it? I hear so many say they don't use it.

I sold mine, but really loved it. It is a great machine and I did NOT have the stitch regulator. Worked great