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amandasgramma 11-30-2010 09:13 AM


Originally Posted by akrogirl
I had been checking out long-arm machines for a while and was having a hard time justifying the cost. Well, this past weekend, DH and I stopped by one of our local Jo-Ann's to speak to the manager of the Viking Gallery, with whom I have had many transactions, about the 5D software.

While there, I asked about the holiday deals I had seen advertised and was thrilled to find out that the stores were selling off all their Mega Quilter 18.8 floor models, along with the Q-Bot systems.

I was able to get the complete set-up for a little over half of what I had seen elsewhere. Sure, I would have loved one of the new software packages, but $1700 for the Q-Bot versus $6000 for the Quilt Artist made it an easy decision :-) Plus, I still get the full warranty :thumbup:

Congrats! GOOD price!

stewyscrewy 11-30-2010 09:33 AM

Oh lucky you and santa came with a marrige certificate. Enjoy your machine. dont be afraid just jump right in and get lotsa practice and practice and practice. YOu will love it.

akrogirl 11-30-2010 09:56 AM

Unfortunately, I have to wait for the frame and the QBOT, since they have to be shipped in from other locations :-( Oh well, the wait will be worth it!

If anyone else is interested in a QBOT or Mega Quilter 18.8, I believe the Viking Galleries are selling off all their demo units across the country.

franie 11-30-2010 10:02 AM

Lucky you. Let us know how you like it after it is all set up.

sahm4605 11-30-2010 10:16 AM

doing happy dance for you. I am soooo excited for you. that is just way tooooo cool!!!!!

akrogirl 11-30-2010 10:45 AM

Just to make things even better, Amandasgramma has very generously offered to help answer any questions I may have :-)

champagnebubbles 11-30-2010 11:03 AM

I love my mega quilter

amandasgramma 11-30-2010 11:26 AM


Originally Posted by akrogirl
Just to make things even better, Amandasgramma has very generously offered to help answer any questions I may have :-)

:D I'll be posting a pic this afternoon of a quilt I just finished for a customer. Working this machine has been a kick -- AND a pain in the neck sometimes.......kinda like a computer :mrgreen:

amma 11-30-2010 01:21 PM

How wonderful for you!!! :D:D:D

MamaBear61 11-30-2010 01:38 PM

Congratulations.


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