Help! Long arm purchase decision
#11
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It seems that most of the people that use a DSM on a Grace frame (or similar) are not satisfied with the amount of quilting space if they are doing bed size quilts. Definitely try out lots of different machines and set ups (standard long arms; mid-arms--both stand up like the BlockRockit and sit-downs and even the frame & DSM set-up). And keep one thing in mind--while you currently do mostly stippling and some edge2edge, that could be just the beginning if you got a easy to use machine!
#13
I just bought the King quilter 18 inch to put on my Grace Majestic frame. I had used a babylock Jane on it but everyone is right about the space being small especially after rolling the quilt. So far I like the King quilter but I haven't used it much yet. The machine was around $3,000 from Sewing Machines Plus. And I can add computer to it if I want later on.
It seem to be a good machine for the price .
It seem to be a good machine for the price .
#14
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Location: Thornton, Colorado
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Currently, I have the Grace Majestic frame which I love because it will hold two rolls of queen size batting on the lower rail. I started out with a Juki machine (9-inch throat space) on a SuperQuilter frame, switched to a Bailey which I bought with the Grace Majestic frame as a package deal and now use Q'nique made by Grace. I love it! Do try out used and new machines in your price range, and you will find a machine that suits you well!
#16
If you buy a long arm, see what kind of warranty it has. My HQ is sensitive to almost every thread and makes horrible sounds, breaking the thread constantly. The dealer does not want to be bothered. I would never buy HQ again.
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