iquiltit
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Does the scrim on cotton batting go next to the backing or up next to the top?????
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I LIVE IN WV would it fit a Millie frame
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Where are you located? What year is the machine? Does this include bobbin winder? Thanks Carol ODell roxie13052@yahoo.com
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how big is the throat?
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On 6/24/2016 at 10:19 AM, CBing said:
Sharon, I only know of 2 mechanics for long arms in my area (within an hours drive). One is a Handi Quilter dealer and the other a Tin Lizzie dealer, so I am not all that certain that I would get a fair assement on machine qualities. I live on the boarder of TN, KY and VA, so there are no dealers close by to go try out machines. I am hoping next year to go to Des Moines so I can try out all of them. I am wanting to go into business, there is a need here for a quilter. Is it true that there are some manufacturers who void the warranty if it is used for commercial purposes?
Service is what I have been most leary of. Thanks for your advice.
don't tell them you are quilting for a business
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On 12/28/2016 at 6:45 PM, CBing said:
Ultimate II, is that 18"
Here's another question I have. I am asking because I have heard 2 different theories. (1 the person has something to gain of it .... a sale. The other has nothing to gain.)
Throat length. I have been told that anything over 18- 20" will cause neck and back pain with extended use. The other says the bigger the better. Both theories have merit. The only difference that I can tell with my very limited, albeit miniscule knowledge, is under 18" is no bueno, and pantograph size will change with throat size.
For all you pantograph quilters, is a 26- 30" machine worth it? Does it change the depth needed? My sewing room is roughly 16' × 12 1/2'. I do have my DHM , an ironing board and a small cutting table (kitchen island). Is a 12' table the best option?
Looking at longarms is intimidating! Is a 30" machine like driving a semi? Lol. I truly wish I lived in an area that I could go try out machines without making it a vacation.
As always, your opinions are greatly appreciated! Thanks, ya'll!!
Ultimate II is 20" I made my pantos 1 row wider for the Millie that way I can max my sewing space without rolling the quilt. I use freezer paper to make them bigger. Carol
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On 6/24/2016 at 10:38 AM, CBing said:
Iquiltit, you have had many machines. Can I ask why you have had so many? I would really like to have a "One and Done" machine. Something that I could upgrade later with computer if I decide to (right now, I could really care less).
Everyone's input has really opened my eyes to things I have not thought of before. Thank you so I
I kept upgrading till I got the machine I wanted. which is a Millie. I bought the first one new, the others, were used. I liked the gammill the least because of being so hard to time. Carol
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very nice job
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The Ultimate II has a 20" throat. I even quilted large quilts on it. No it did not hurt my neck or back. The Gammill was heavy but it was a heavier, bigger machine. It was hard to time. I have to time 4 things to get it working again. I am going to stay with APQS.
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On 6/24/2016 at 10:38 AM, CBing said:
Iquiltit, you have had many machines. Can I ask why you have had so many? I would really like to have a "One and Done" machine. Something that I could upgrade later with computer if I decide to (right now, I could really care less).
Everyone's input has really opened my eyes to things I have not thought of before. Thank you so much.
I sold my first quilter ,Ultimate II, because I bought a grocery store. When that didn't work I bought a used Gammill had a stitch reg put on it he didn't know what he was doing it would never run full speed again. Bought another Ultimate II for a machine to do small things. Then I bought a used Millie because I was dying for stitch reg, which I don't use it. lol. Sold my ultimate II to someone else because I had health problems. Still have Millie and don't plan on letting her go because I am much better.I have been machine quilting for 22 years. Carol
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I love APQS. I have had 2 Ultimate ll's , a Gammill Classic and now a Millie. The Gammill was fine but timing was really tough ,4 things to time. . The APQS's were easy 2 time.
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i broke off the pigtail and was able to use it for my ultimate II Carol
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thank you so very much