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I went to put my new Hartley extension table on my machine to practice with rulers, and I learned there was some sort of extension on the left side of the base my 2012 Millennium. It has some sort of mechanism attached to the bobbin area, which makes me think it isn't intended to be removed. Can anyone tell me what this is (see attachment) and what extension table I should have bought for rulers with this unit? I bought exactly what my dealer told me (Hartley extension table without cutter), and it won't work unless I take this thing off. Looks like it could be attached to my Bliss unit? Thanks for the help.

I have just bought a computerized program for my APQS and I am selling all my R & S and other brand groovy boards . I also have about 20 pantograph scrolls. the hartley base extender and a variety of rulers. All are slightly used. Please call if interested. 325- 829-1595, Nancy Harper

All have sold.

I am bringing home my first ever long arm machine on Tuesday, a 2013 dealer demo blissed Millenium on a 12' table. I am SO EXCITED! My APQS dealer is 2 hours away from me and I want to be able to jump in right away as soon as she's set up in my studio. What goodies should I buy while I'm in the shop? I know I want to learn to do ruler work, so I'll need the extended base. I do intricate appliqué on my own quilts and would like to be able to ditch around the appliqué with accuracy. Are the micro drive handles the best way to do that, or should I try one of the acrylic needle guide tools (sold by long arm ruler mfgs) instead? What thread should I start with? Any other gadgets or gizmos that would be helpful? Also, if I put her on casters, can I move her on carpet? I just want to give myself an extra couple feet behind the machine for pantos and be able to push her back to the wall when I'm working from the front or using my other machines. i'm hoping to add IQ or Quiltpath in the future, but first I want to get used to the machine, loading quilts, etc. Any advice or suggestions greatly appreciated. Rebecca Grace www.CheekyCognoscenti.blogspot.com

I just recently purchased a Millie and was wanting to get recommendations on the best after market plate that attaches to the machine for use with rulers and makes my working space much larger. Any recommendations?