Need suggestions for long arm quilting machine
 

I would like to find a relatively low cost long arm quilting machine, somewhere between $2,000 and $4,000. I need suggestions for what to look for in a machine and for recommendations for a good quality but not too expensive machine. I appreciate any help.

There's a post from himnherr about her Bailey home quilting machine. You might want to check with her to see what she thinks of it. She got a deal....but not sure what the original prices are. I'd LOVE to suggest an INNOVA (made by ABM) - but I believe the starting price is about $10,000.....unless you can find a "used" one. Good luck......it's a big investment - so get what works for you!

here's a setup Chuck Bailey is selling in your price range http://www.baileyssewingcenter.com/homequilter.html . The 13" should work for blocks up to 9"... larger blocks can be quilted with some creatively split quilting designs. I got his 17" package... Chuck's wonderful to work with and I had no problems sewing with the machine as soon as it was set up.

Take a look at the Nolting machines, they often have trade-ins. I have a Funquilter which is a good starter machine. They are a good company to work with.

Price quoted for the BHQ Bailey's 13 inch machine: BHQ13Suggested Retail Price: $2,675.00Bailey's Price: $1,999.00
plus 50 dollars shipping charge to lower 48.

A used Voyager 17 with Hinterberg stretch frame and stitch regulator would cost around $2,500 to $5,000 (less without stitch regulator). Check used websites for machines and frames that may be available in your area:

http://www.longarmuniversity.com/machines_for_sale.htm
http://www.houseofhanson.com/formerlyowned.html

Also, there are some Voyager/Hinty setups for sale on the following Yahoo group (look at their database online):
https://groups.yahoo.com/neo/groups/...gQuilters/info
You need to join the group in order to see what is offered.

Voyagers are no longer being made, but refurbished machines (and new Hinterberg stretch frames) are for sale on several websites:
http://hinterberg.com/
http://www.sewingmachinesplus.com/vo...ng-machine.php

(For sewingmachinesplus, be sure to Google for coupon codes and sales, which can be quite good.)

Block Rockit isn't a longarm but it's in that price range. I tried one out at a quilt show it it was very easy to use.

I bought my HQ16 used. Go to Handi Quilter forums, they post used machines for sale there!

yes the innova is a bit more but i have one and love it ,,,,,,wouldn't trade it for 20 of any other i have seen.........worth every penny

Me too! I love my Innova.......18".