Originally Posted by Lostn51
Originally Posted by Lucky Lady
I have a Brother SE-400 which I love but the throat is only 5 1/2 inches and way too small to fit a queen size quilt through. I looked at several machines this weekend, i.e., Viking, Bernina, Pfaff and they are all so expensive. What I would really like is the Topaz 20 as it does both sewing and embroidery. Can any of you experienced quilters offer any suggestions or advice. Which machine do you like best? Thanks for your help!
Blessings :) :)
Lucy the machine you have is just fine and dandy to use for that size quilt. If my friend can do a king size on a Featherweight I know you can do it on yours. I have a Japanese 15 in a treadle and I do King quilts on it and it is only like a 6" throat on it. You just have to work with it a bit but it can be done.
Billy
I was going to say the same thing! The harp on my Bernina 640 (which was bought as a floor model and saved me $1,000) has only a 6" or so space. I have quilted a 104" x 104" on it. No prob. But if you just want a new machine, we will support you in your excuse! Mine was I needed the BSR to improve my quilting. I never use it! LOL!