landgtino Posted August 13, 2007 Report Share Posted August 13, 2007 Ok, buying a LA IS a huge investment, we all know this, Soooo Iam looking at less expensive machines as I really don't know HOW much I want to quilt for customers. I'm going to make an appt. with a dealer in Livermore, Ca. to try out the Lenni. I have been machine quilting on my DSM for 8 yrs now (I always spray baste) and its becoming more painful, so even I have been sending my quilts out to be Panto-d. I have been paid to machine quilt on my DSM, and to rent time on a LA. I know I do a good job and am creative, I just wondered if anyone felt much trepidation in making this investment, not knowing if they would use it as a business? I stay home as my DD is disabled (goes to a day program), so I DO have plenty of time if it turns into a business. Thanks for your input! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ramona-quilter Posted August 13, 2007 Report Share Posted August 13, 2007 Hi Gael, You're going to see Cheryl Uribe. She is a great quilter and knows her stuff about these machines. The Lenni's are in high demand. They seem to fill that gap between domestic and industrial. I used the Lenni at the MQS quilt show a couple of months ago. It handles very nicely. You are going to love it. It is scary to spend that much $$ on anything. But it sounds like you already have the makings for a solid business. Talk it over with Cheryl. And post any questions here. We've all been where you are. Go slow and get all your answers. And welcome to the forum. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
landgtino Posted August 13, 2007 Author Report Share Posted August 13, 2007 Thanks Ramonaquilter, you are fast! lol...I've rented lots of time on a Handi Quilter and a Gammil, I didn't notice much difference between those two. The shop owner did have trouble getting service from Handi Quilter tho. I wouldn't mind doing a part time business, but I don't want it to become a chore! Lots to think about eh? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Joy Posted August 13, 2007 Report Share Posted August 13, 2007 Hi Gael I bought my millie 4 months ago, knowing that I probably would not go into business as I work full time. It is just a hobby for me. I have done a few charity quilts though, that was fun. My back killed when I pinned the quilts so I thought this was the best choice for me. It was a lot of money, and I was so scared to order it. But in the end it was worth it. I have only done 8 quilts, but who cares. Enjoy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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