chickenscratch 1,136 Report post 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. Sweet T's Custom Quilting Finley, TN (731)-445-6411 sweet_t_quilting@yahoo.com http://sweettsquilting.blogspot.com https://www.facebook.com/SweetTsQuilting Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMALKB 368 Report post 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 ! Linda B. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chickenscratch 1,136 Report post Posted March 4, 2015 I have had three dealers who are facebook friends make references to big changes coming. 1 quilterbee1 reacted to this Sweet T's Custom Quilting Finley, TN (731)-445-6411 sweet_t_quilting@yahoo.com http://sweettsquilting.blogspot.com https://www.facebook.com/SweetTsQuilting Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pumpkinpatchquilter 1,269 Report post 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! Valerie Smith Pumpkin Patch Quilter http://www.pumpkinpatchquilter.com http://www.pumpkinpatchquilter.etsy.com Pantograph Co-Designer for Urban Elementz https://www.urbanelementz.com/shop/category/quilting-designs-by-designer/valerie-smith/ **As of March 2015 I will be Quilting on a 2000 APQS Certified Used Millennium!** Quilting from January 2013 to February 2015 on a non-stitch regulated 1999 Ultimate 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mercedes 105 Report post 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. Millenium Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gkazee 54 Report post Posted March 4, 2015 Maybe a 32" machine? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
qltnbe 383 Report post Posted March 5, 2015 How about a never ending bobbin?!! That would make us all jump up and down for joy I think. 2 GMALKB and Wyonut2run reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
SYork 16 Report post Posted March 5, 2015 I did see the question asked if quilters would be interested in a larger throat machine. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
QuiltGuy 250 Report post Posted March 5, 2015 I saw the same question about a larger throat size Dave 2013 Millie Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ffq-lar 3,554 Report post 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. Linda Rech Finely Finished Quilts Millennium on Bliss rails--hand-guided http://www.topperquilttools.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
pumpkinpatchquilter 1,269 Report post 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. Valerie Smith Pumpkin Patch Quilter http://www.pumpkinpatchquilter.com http://www.pumpkinpatchquilter.etsy.com Pantograph Co-Designer for Urban Elementz https://www.urbanelementz.com/shop/category/quilting-designs-by-designer/valerie-smith/ **As of March 2015 I will be Quilting on a 2000 APQS Certified Used Millennium!** Quilting from January 2013 to February 2015 on a non-stitch regulated 1999 Ultimate 1 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMALKB 368 Report post 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. Linda B. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mercedes 105 Report post 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. Millenium Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WandaGerdes 52 Report post 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. Wanda Lake View,Iowa Quilting with Patience (2004 Millennium) since 2013 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RunningThreads 232 Report post 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 2 Bonnie in Ok and WandaGerdes reacted to this Brenda Wells - Green Millie. Sold November 2017 Nigel Wells - Ultimate 1 with Intellistitch & IQ. Sold January 2019 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mlsa3 715 Report post 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 1 GMALKB reacted to this David Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
meg 493 Report post 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? Meg "Do small things with great love." Mother Teresa "Life's too short to fuss with thread." Meg Fazio http://theonewiththreadsonherclothes.blogspot.com/ http://www.flickr.com/photos/megfazio Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
WandaGerdes 52 Report post 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? Wanda Lake View,Iowa Quilting with Patience (2004 Millennium) since 2013 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
RunningThreads 232 Report post 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 1 WandaGerdes reacted to this Brenda Wells - Green Millie. Sold November 2017 Nigel Wells - Ultimate 1 with Intellistitch & IQ. Sold January 2019 Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
barbm 314 Report post 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! Barbara MayfieldAPQS Sales Representative & EducatorAND Quilt Path owner!!!"Use what talents you possess; the woods would be very silent if no birds sang except those that sang best." ~Henry van DykeAPQS Northwest 1315 NW Mall Street, Suite 4 Issaquah, WA 98027 (425) 243-3502 info@apqsnw.com www.apqsnw.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
GMALKB 368 Report post 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. 1 Beachside Quilter reacted to this Linda B. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
PatSchafer 16 Report post 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 2 WandaGerdes and Gail O reacted to this Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
