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I am not new to sewing and have been making quilt tops for the past year and a half. I am in the market for a long arm. I have been to 2 quilt shows and played with several brands now. I a having a hard time deciding on which brand to purchase. I would really like to buy one with a computerized system. I would love to hear some cons and pros on anyone who owns a long arm of any type.
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Go to the search feature above and type in 'longarm' and you will get lots and lots of information....
Also, WELCOME! |
I have a Tin Lizzie 18 LS non-computerized and I love it!
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Can't help with the long arm but wanted to welcome you to the board:)
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Hello, welcome from Oklahoma!
Quiltropolis is another site you can check for previously loved machines. |
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My late wife and I were KenQuilt dealers and for the money, I don't think that they can be beat. They have added a computerized system, but I don't care for it very much. Gamble has the best computer system, in my opinion, if you can afford it.
Most of the systems have a 18", a 23" and a longer one. I'd say your best one is the 23", because with thee shorter ones you can't cover as much material in one sweep, and the longest one dosn't do much good if you have to extend your arms to far. Oh, I almost forgot. The height of the neck is just as important as the length. You have to be able to roll the quilt up and not touch the neck. Many of the new 18" machines don't have the space for a king size quilt. Therefore, I reccommend a 23" with a 12 foot table. Good luck, Lanny |
Welcome from Michigan.:)
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Thanks for the input Lanny. I enjoy hearing information from people who have actually dealt with them!
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Welcome from North Carolina.
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I've had an A1 for 4 years, and added a Compuquilter (computerized system) in January. I LOVE LOVE LOVE my A1! Keep in mind that unless you have gorilla arms or the computer, you aren't going to be really accurate much more than about 18". in all this time, I've had maybe two quilts where I really wanted more room, and that was for quilts with big blocks on point. I ended up breaking the design in half and did just fine.
Keep trying different machines. Quilting if very physical. One thing that I would never do without is a hydraulic lift. Just a little bit of movement up or down will save your body a ton of hurt. |
Hi & Welcome from Macon Georgia
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I have a friend that is selling an HQ16 if you are interested, it is in excellent shape. Kim
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welcome from se TX
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Hello, and welcome from Michigan!
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This is incorrect about not enought room in harp (neck) area. My Handi Quilter Avante has more than enough room for a King size quilt. It is an 18" machine. I have quilted a couple of oversize Kings and had plenty of room. Size of machine depends on how much you want to spend, how far can YOU reach, and do you have room for one.
Originally Posted by lllog
My late wife and I were KenQuilt dealers and for the money, I don't think that they can be beat. They have added a computerized system, but I don't care for it very much. Gamble has the best computer system, in my opinion, if you can afford it.
Most of the systems have a 18", a 23" and a longer one. I'd say your best one is the 23", because with thee shorter ones you can't cover as much material in one sweep, and the longest one dosn't do much good if you have to extend your arms to far. Oh, I almost forgot. The height of the neck is just as important as the length. You have to be able to roll the quilt up and not touch the neck. Many of the new 18" machines don't have the space for a king size quilt. Therefore, I reccommend a 23" with a 12 foot table. Good luck, Lanny |
welcome!
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Hi,
I have owned an Innova with AutoPilot for 2+ years. I think it is the best machine on the market today and customer service is excellent! |
Welcome. I would say take your time. When my sister and I purchased a Tin Lizzie, I thought we had really done our homework after a year of looking. Now after using it for a year there are many things I would look at differently.
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Welcome from Arizona.
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Welcome from the California desert. :thumbup:
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Check out this one that one of our board members has offered:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/t-126137-1.htm |
I, too, have an A1 that I love. It's so easy to use. I tried out all the machines at the Machine Quilter's Showcase (MQS) til I found the right one for me. There are a lot of good ones but you need the one that you are the most comfortable with. Good luck on your search!
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Welcome from Ireland
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Welcome from Oklahoma!
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what is the hq16; i've seen it here a few times but I'm new and getting interested in a long arm
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Hello and welcome from Minnesota!
Please show us your decision! |
Hi and welcome from NE Ohio.
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Hi, and welcome from Louisiana.
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Welcome from Sunny Deltona, Florida
Have a Blessed day Ellen |
Welcome from WI.
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Hobby Quilter
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Hobby Quilter
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Welcome to the board- I have a HQ18 Avante and love every inch of it!
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Urgh, stupid double posts. It happens occasionally on this list- guess this is our night for it.
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Hello from San Gabriel, California
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Hello and Welcome to the board :D:D:D
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Welcome from MN and happy quilting :)
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