I was just reading the thread about the lucky lady who will be getting a long arm and notice no one talked about having a Bailey. I have never used one but would like to know more since their prices are a lot less than others. Does anyone have one or use one? I sure am tempted but don't have anyway to try one out.

I will be watching this cause I am interested in knowing more about it too.

I am just window shopping this week. I am planning on going to Baileys and also checking out the HQ . Pm me so I don't forget or loose this thread.

We are also checking out the Tin Lizzie. I am looking forward to our little Day Trip.

Right now, I have the Brother 1500 and a Proflex Frame.

I will post after we get back!

Can't wait to hear what you have to say!

Many of the members of my guild got it. we are not that far from where they make them, so they went to the company to try it and buy it. Most of them liked it, learn to FMQ and upgraded to a larger long arm. I hear is a great machine to develop your skills.

Go to www.yahoogroups.com and type in the search groups box "baileys home quilter" and that group will come up. You have to join but that is easy and quick. You will be able to read lots on that machine. Most on that group love their machines and the service.

Waiting with bated breath!

Elly, if you are going to visit Bailey's, call first. I dropped in one time and they were clearly flustered to have me just show up. I was lucky that Chuck was there.

I have a Bailey's and love it but don't have time to expound on it right now. I will later - I promise.

Hi Cheryl....I have a Bailey and absoutely love it. A no fuss machine. Runs like a charm too!

Karen

I was just at a quilt show last weekend. One of the vendors had a home long arm (I can't recall the name, but it started with a V), and she said she selected that one because she went to Road to CA and a lot of the home long arm machine reps had a hard time keeping their machines running smoothly, but this one, the guy had 9 machines in 1 room and they were all running smoothly the whole class. So....I just wish I could remember the name. I googled to try to find it, but no luck. Just wanted to tell you....go try a lot of them before you decide on one. Go to a big show where they have lots of them. It's worth the trouble to do that.

Voyager?

Thanks for letting me know. I will call first. I am planning on Tuesday. Hopefully Chuck is there.

I am excited! Hubby has this all planned out. Jackie Lynns first she has the HQ16 and the Tin Lizzie then to Baileys.

Oh, man!!
I was reading this thread because I am trying to decide which long arm machine to get for home use, and it QUIT!!

Arrrrgh!

What happened? What did you get???

I'm dyin' to know!

Don't know if you mean me or not, but I did end up getting a 17" Bailey and absolutely love it!

I would like to clarify - Bailey home quilters are not long arms. They are considered to be mid-arm machines. There a few limitations but for the most part one can work around them once they learn how to operate the machine and handle the quilts on the frame. Bailey specifies it is a home quilter, made for home quilters. Most long arms are considered to be professional machines. And the price variation is apparent they are not the same.

I have a Bailey 13" and now Bailey is making the 15" and the 17" but still not the length of a long arm.

i have had mine for nearly 3 years and keep it busy.

Do your research before you buy any machine or frame. you will be glad you did.

June in Cincinnati

I've been looking at these machines. Do you like your's and do you have any trouble with it? What kind of frame did you get with it? Can you do King size quilts? Thanks

I love mine, and yes, I do King quilts. I have mine on a Proflex frame.
I love the Bailey and one of the best things is she doesn't need the expensive thread for quilting. I am so happpy I invested in it.

I imagine this is the machine I'll be getting. Where did you get yours and did they set it up or do you have to? And How hard was it to do if you did? thanks for all the info. Which machine did you get?

i bought my Bailey 3 years ago at the age of 73. I chose the 13" arm partly because of cost and the possible years of usage I would have. Had I been 40 I would have gone larger, but they were not making the 17" at that time.

You order from the Bailey company and I would assume you have already been there to get information. It is delivered via UPS or FedX and the machine is ready to set on the trolley to sew. On the other hand, Grace company sends the frame. in pieces needing lots of assembly. Because of the price, you cannot expect them to come set it up for you. If you are willing to pay several thousand more, you can get all that service. Some have said it takes about 10 hours to assemble. My husband is handy and did it about 8 hours.

If you have not been to the Bailey site, you are missing part of what you need to know in making a decision to purchase this or any other machine. Do not rely on what others say. Get the facts. It is your responsibility to know!

June in Cincinnati

thanks for the info and for being so helpful. When a person sets out to spend that much money, personal input helps alot too. thanks

so glad to hear from you.I am looking at a used 13 inch bailey tomorrow.I am so happy!!! I am 74 and hope to use it for a long time.

Me too. Would love to hear comments from those on this board that own a Bailey and where you purchased it.

All new Bailey machines are purchased through the Bailey company. They assemble these mid-arm machines in their shops in N.Y. state. It is a family owned business.

There is a Bailey group on Yahoo run by a QB member, Desertdebbe who also is a sales rep for Bailey (in AZ) and occasionally someone will list a used machine at that board. You might contact her to find out if there is one available at present. They are, I believe, the cheapest home quilter you can buy. Chuck Bailey sells their classroom models so you might want to look into those. Buying from an owner is OK if they are honest about how the machine was used and cared for. Personally, I believe in this case, new is better.

If I can help you further, please feel free to ask.

June in Cincinnati

I bought mine used and it is fine. I don't believe that new is always better - it depends on the previous owner and the care and usage they gave the machine. I got the frame, machine and stitch regulator for $2200 and it all works wonderfully.

Just do your homework and you'll be fine.

I have a Bailey 15", bought it used from a QB member. I have used it for 3 1/2 quilts so far and it seems fine. Just keep it clean and oiled and it should work fine. I did replace the hook race, but that is an inexpensive part.