Wanting a longarm -- Bailey anyone? or midarm...
02-13-2013, 10:31 AM
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Wanting a longarm -- Bailey anyone? or midarm...
I have been wanting a longarm.. I was thinking of getting a Bailey because of money being short.. and that way if it isn't for me, I could always sell... ( don't that would be an issue. ) I have a graceframe all ready.. so all i need is a machine.. Anyone want to give me advise on this.... What midarm should I look at....
02-13-2013, 11:59 AM
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The Bailey's have a good reputation from from I've read. I have a few friends that have them and they're very satisfied with their machine and the customer service. When I have the money and the room, the Bailey is what I'll buy.
02-13-2013, 12:02 PM
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I have a 15" Bailey, I'm very satisfied.
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02-13-2013, 12:34 PM
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I have a Babylock Quilters Choice Pro midarm. Its been used for one full size quilt. I just don't think I'll ever get around to setting it up and learning how to use it so I'm thinking about selling it. Its' just been sitting in its box for the last 5 years. I have a new joy 12" frame for it too, also never put up. If you might be interested send me a message. I haven't looked to see what it might be worth. It was given to me by my mother.
02-13-2013, 02:28 PM
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I have a HQ16 that I got used. I love it!
Check what you can online for different used machines. The prices just might surprise you.
I even have a paragraph in my 'trust' designating the person who will be in charge of finding homes for all my quilting & sewing items. Unfortunately life is finite.
Check what you can online for different used machines. The prices just might surprise you.
I even have a paragraph in my 'trust' designating the person who will be in charge of finding homes for all my quilting & sewing items. Unfortunately life is finite.
02-13-2013, 03:45 PM
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Originally Posted by QuiltE
I see mid-arm machines mentioned often ...
Is it basically any of the DSMs with the oversized throat? or by definition what are they?
Is it basically any of the DSMs with the oversized throat? or by definition what are they?
02-13-2013, 04:21 PM
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Originally Posted by dunster
Definitions vary, but IMHO a longarm is 18" or larger, a midarm is 13"-17", and anything smaller is a shortarm or DSM. (If there's a distinction between shortarm and DSM I haven't heard it - yet.)
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