Originally Posted by joycet
Does anyone on the average know how much quilting room there is on a short arm machine and frame? My husband bought me one several years ago. I was so excited about getting it I didn't notice there was only 3 1/2" of room to quilt. I was so disappointed I haven't even finished the practice piece I started on it. Thanks for your imput.
I have what is considered a mid-arm, I have 6.5 inches of quilting space. It's fine for free motion, most pantos, and small blocks, but if I have a quilt with larger blocks that I don't want to FMQ, then I have to send it out or barter with my quilty friends.