chickenscratch Posted March 4, 2015 Report Share Posted March 4, 2015 I keep seeing teasers for big changes coming soon to APQS machines, and now is the time to upgrade. Does anybody know what the big changes are? I am hoping to upgrade to a larger machine sometime in 2015, but I don't want to do that if I can hold off until the end of the year and get something really great, instead of just good. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMALKB Posted March 4, 2015 Report Share Posted March 4, 2015 I thought all the big changes had already happened with the new machines..........new color, interchangeable feet, thread sensor, etc. I haven't seen anything else about more changes. Now, I'm curious ! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
chickenscratch Posted March 4, 2015 Author Report Share Posted March 4, 2015 I have had three dealers who are facebook friends make references to big changes coming. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpkinpatchquilter Posted March 4, 2015 Report Share Posted March 4, 2015 Huh - now you have me curious! I'll have to keep watching. I'm invested for at least a few years on this machine, but will be interested to see what could possibly be next! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercedes Posted March 4, 2015 Report Share Posted March 4, 2015 I browsed thru the APQS site but didn't see anything on this. I'm very curious and hopefully APQS will make an announcement soon since it looks like some people already know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gkazee Posted March 4, 2015 Report Share Posted March 4, 2015 Maybe a 32" machine? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
qltnbe Posted March 5, 2015 Report Share Posted March 5, 2015 How about a never ending bobbin?!! That would make us all jump up and down for joy I think. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SYork Posted March 5, 2015 Report Share Posted March 5, 2015 I did see the question asked if quilters would be interested in a larger throat machine. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuiltGuy Posted March 5, 2015 Report Share Posted March 5, 2015 I saw the same question about a larger throat size Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ffq-lar Posted March 5, 2015 Report Share Posted March 5, 2015 Except for the obvious modifications for a longer throat size--extended head/wiring and wider-apart rollers on a modified frame--I imagine there isn't much difference mechanically and electronically between a Millie and a "Godzillie". I just made that name up! Great name for a "monster machine". So why not? Perfect for computer-guided because no one could reach across that span to quilt! But you could still add custom touches of freehand if you wanted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
pumpkinpatchquilter Posted March 5, 2015 Report Share Posted March 5, 2015 I was going to ask what on earth someone might do with a throat larger than 26"! But that answers my question! I never thought about how it might be an advantage if you have a computer set up. Except for the obvious modifications for a longer throat size--extended head/wiring and wider-apart rollers on a modified frame--I imagine there isn't much difference mechanically and electronically between a Millie and a "Godzillie". I just made that name up! Great name for a "monster machine". So why not? Perfect for computer-guided because no one could reach across that span to quilt! But you could still add custom touches of freehand if you wanted. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMALKB Posted March 5, 2015 Report Share Posted March 5, 2015 I guess having the bigger throat space would be great for computerized quilting..........you could cover a lot of space ! Anything bigger than the 26" would be too hard to use by hand guided. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mercedes Posted March 5, 2015 Report Share Posted March 5, 2015 I've seen big changes referred to when there was a new APQS showroom opened so maybe it isn't anything to do with the machine itself - just a thought. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WandaGerdes Posted March 6, 2015 Report Share Posted March 6, 2015 I've not seen anything either. I'm curious now as well. Besides bigger throat, I can't think of anything to add. Unless it is the endless bobbin lol. My hubby asked me once why isn't there a way to put a whole cone underneath for the bobbin instead. I told him apparently it can't be done no one has done it lol. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunningThreads Posted March 6, 2015 Report Share Posted March 6, 2015 My hubby asked me once why isn't there a way to put a whole cone underneath for the bobbin instead. I told him apparently it can't be done no one has done it lol. It's been done, do a search for a National two spool sewing machine. Here is a video of one. I suspect that a current M bobbin holds almost a much thread as that old wooden spool though. Nigel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mlsa3 Posted March 6, 2015 Report Share Posted March 6, 2015 Very interesting video. I've never seen that before. I think they should get it to where we could use a mini cone as a bobbin. Now that would be ideal. David Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
meg Posted March 6, 2015 Report Share Posted March 6, 2015 I saw it, too. Since the teasers are all saying now is the time to buy, perhaps they are raising prices? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
WandaGerdes Posted March 6, 2015 Report Share Posted March 6, 2015 Ty Nigel! I've never seen that machine before. I want one now lol. I wonder why that's never caught on? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RunningThreads Posted March 6, 2015 Report Share Posted March 6, 2015 Ty Nigel! I've never seen that machine before. I want one now lol. I wonder why that's never caught on? It probably worked for the slow speed of the domestic machine. I am sure you would have all kinds of tension issues when changing speeds and controlling the backlash. Nigel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
barbm Posted March 6, 2015 Report Share Posted March 6, 2015 Thank you for posting that video, Nigel! I'll have to show it to my hubby - he's one of those folks who thinks we should be able to use a cone for bobbin thread, as well. The problem is that our top thread has to go completely around the outside of our bobbin - just like it does around the "mini-spool" in the video. The amount of thread necessary to go all the way around a cone (of any size!) of thread would make for just the tension issues you mentioned, Nigel!! So don't count on that happening anytime soon..... And yes, the first-coming change for APQS machines is indeed a price increase. We haven't been told of any more major changes, but ya never know! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GMALKB Posted March 6, 2015 Report Share Posted March 6, 2015 Glad I got my updates done when I did then. I am loving my Bliss and finding I can do so much more detail now..........many times guiding the machine with one hand, using my Micro Drive handles, etc. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PatSchafer Posted March 7, 2015 Report Share Posted March 7, 2015 A price change, huh? Wow wouldn't it be great if they reduced the bliss price or better yet "blissed" all the old Millie's. Pat S Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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