Long Arm Machine
10-30-2011, 07:43 AM
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I'd go with the long arm if you already have the sewing machine that you need.
With the longarm you can quilt larger quilts, load several smaller ones at the same time as long as they all have the same backing on them.
It also depends on the longarm you are looking at in comparison and what bells and whistles it has.
I have a Nolting 18" Longarm and love it! I also have the computer system set up with it which makes it really nice!
I have a less expensive Brother SQ9000 sewing machine that I also love. It does what I need it too.
If you have questions feel free to ask.
Phyllis
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With the longarm you can quilt larger quilts, load several smaller ones at the same time as long as they all have the same backing on them.
It also depends on the longarm you are looking at in comparison and what bells and whistles it has.
I have a Nolting 18" Longarm and love it! I also have the computer system set up with it which makes it really nice!
I have a less expensive Brother SQ9000 sewing machine that I also love. It does what I need it too.
If you have questions feel free to ask.
Phyllis
QuiltingGrannie
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10-30-2011, 07:45 AM
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Originally Posted by Helena
I have a chance of purchasing an old dependable Bernina electronic machine vs. a new long arm machine for probably the same money. Which would you do given the fact I make lots of baby quilts?
10-30-2011, 08:14 AM
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Originally Posted by Candace
Originally Posted by Helena
I have a chance of purchasing an old dependable Bernina electronic machine vs. a new long arm machine for probably the same money. Which would you do given the fact I make lots of baby quilts?
10-30-2011, 09:36 AM
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OOPS! I guess I used the term "long arm" incorrectly. I meant the machines that have a longer center opening from the needle to the other side of the machine. The older Berninas width in the center is only 7". The newer machines have a much wider opening.
10-31-2011, 05:49 AM
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I just got my Gammill Vision. I LOVE it and it has made life so much easier when it comes time to quilt. It is amazing how quickly you can quilt a baby quilt (or any other for that matter). No longer do I have to push, pull or scrunch quilts to position them under my needle. Go for the long arm!
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