Who are the longarmers???

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05-18-2011, 04:55 AM

#41

Debbie B

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I'm not financially able to buy one at this time, but I do dream of a longarm & do plan to buy one eventually. I read every post on this board about the pros & cons of owning one. On-line I've gone to the websites of all the big names in longarm machine. Bailey's seems to be at a good price for a new machine and I like the HQ16. I actually tried the HQ16 (sit down version) at a quilt shop and it sew so smoothly. I even have a picture of the HQ16 taped above my old sewing machine on my sewing room wall as incentive...ha. Although, I will probably buy a used longarm. And I have to think about space as my sewing room is only 10' x 12.6'. As my husband & I near retirement age I was hoping that this would be a way to suppliment our income...not be our income, but bring a little bit in every now & then. In the meantime (unless money falls from the sky or some sewing machine genie is giving one away) I'm dreaming, dreaming, dreaming!

05-18-2011, 04:56 AM

#42

psthreads

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I just bought a Tin Lizzie 18LS. I have the Shirley Stitcher ordered. Can hardley wait to get started.

05-18-2011, 04:58 AM

#43

Happy Tails

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Location: Timberlea, Nova Scotia, Canada

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I wish that too

Quote:

Originally Posted by katier825

I dream about having one...does that count?

I am in awe of the talent out there! I wish I knew someone locally who owned one that could adopt me and teach me all they know! Unless I hit the lottery, I don't expect to ever own one. :( I'll just have to sit back and admire the work of others.

05-18-2011, 04:59 AM

#44

Debbie B

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Quote:

Originally Posted by charismah

I have a 26 inch INNOVA. I quilt for others as well. I am always busy....learning new things, quilting and improving. I love my job as a long arm quilter.

Charismah, I'm curious, is long arm quilting your main job? I love your work & really enjoy the pictures you post. You seem to be so busy that I've wondered if you work outside the home.

05-18-2011, 05:00 AM

#45

Just Me...

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I have two Gammills and wouldn't trade them for anything in the world! Great service by the dealers and virtually problem-free!

05-18-2011, 05:02 AM

#46

Happy Tails

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OK Here's my stupid question of the day.....aren't these things around 20 thousand and up??

05-18-2011, 05:03 AM

#47

rosequilts

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Location: Bradenton, Flroida

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I bought a used Gammil 6 months ago. Love it!!! I had a short arm and found it too limiting. Wish I had been able to get the Gammill years ago.

05-18-2011, 05:12 AM

#48

Christal

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I have a Baby Lock Crown Jewel and I love it!

05-18-2011, 05:14 AM

#49

atvrider

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Join Date: Dec 2010

Location: Lake Havasu City, AZ

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I have a Gammill Statler Stitcher. My dream is to have a room in the house I can close off from the 9 cats instead of being out in the garage. My husband would love to have his garage back!

05-18-2011, 05:18 AM

#50

MarthaT

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Location: South Alabama

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My two not-very-long arms are all I need for quilting. I love to hand quilt and do it for a "business". Well, at least it supports my habit! :-) It's certainly not making me rich!