Welcome back!
In the last two posts, I’ve shared some information about Handi Quilter’s stationary longarm machines and their newest moveable longarm, the Moxie.
Everything making sense? I hope I’ve cleared up any confusion on the models we’ve covered so far!
Today I’m going to wrap things up by sharing some facts on the remaining Handi Quilter moveable longarm machines and their computerized quilting option, the Pro-Stitcher®.
So, let’s get started!
HQ Amara 20
Our most popular model!
Offering a 20-inch throat space and mounted on the included 10- or 12-foot Studio 3 Frame, the Amara 20 comes ready for you to begin your free-motion quilting journey right out of the box.
Basic machine features include:
- 7-inch color touchscreen
- Menu-controlled QuiltMaster LED Lighting Package mounted on the throat, needlebar, and bobbin
- Pinpoint needle laser light
- Cabling pre-installed for the Pro-Stitcher computerized quilting option
- QuiltMaster front handlebars: Independently adjustable, ergonomic with integrated micro handles
- QuiltMaster servo-controlled stitch regulation (perfect stitches, every time) in two modes: Precision or Cruise
- Ability to quickly switch between manual and stitch regulation modes
- Consistent stitch quality from 4-24 stitches per inch at speeds up to 2,500 stitches per minute
- HQ Precision-Glide track system for effortless quilting
Depending on the type of longarm quilting you want to do, you may need to add additional features.
Want to do pantograph-based quilting? You’ll need to add the “Quilt from the Back” option.
Want to explore computerized quilting? You’ll need to add the Pro-Stitcher® option.
Other optional accessories include:
- HQ Steady-Fit™ ruler base
- Groovy boards, adapter, and stylus
- HQ electromagnetic channel locks
- Interchangeable Handi Feet
Think you’d like a little more throat space for those larger quilts? Step up to the …
HQ Amara 24
With an additional 4-inches of throat space, you move up to the next frame option, the 10- or 12-foot Gallery 2 Frame.
The Amara 24 shares the basic machine features of the Amara 20. These include:
- 7-inch color touchscreen
- Menu-controlled QuiltMaster LED Lighting Package: throat, needlebar, and bobbin
- Pinpoint needle laser light
- Cabling pre-installed for the Pro-Stitcher computerized quilting option
- QuiltMaster front handlebars: Independently adjustable, ergonomic with integrated micro handles
- QuiltMaster servo-controlled stitch regulation (perfect stitches, every time) in two modes: Precision or Cruise
- Ability to quickly switch between manual and stitch regulation modes
- Consistent stitch quality from 4-24 stitches per inch at speeds up to 2,500 stitches per minute
- HQ Precision-Glide track system for effortless quilting
And again, optional accessories include:
- Pro-Stitcher® (for computerized quilting)
- Quilt from the Back kit (for pantograph quilting)
- HQ Steady-Fit™ ruler base
- Groovy boards, adapter, and stylus
- HQ electromagnetic channel locks
- Interchangeable Handi Feet
But there is one more machine option to consider! The most innovative, powerful, and feature-rich Handi Quilter longarm is the …
HQ Infinity 26
The Infinity 26 is truly the longarm that adapts along with you as you evolve as a quilter! With a 26-inch throat space, you can easily tackle any size quilt from crib to king!
Basic machine features include:
- 12 foot Gallery Frame System with Handi Accessory Rail
- Front and rear touchscreens
- Front Ergo-Grip Handlebars with integrated micro-handles
- Rear handle bars - Quilt from the Back Kit included ($1,095 value).
- Quilt-View Camera with Quilter’s Eye Technology
- Total Light System: LED Handlebar Lights, LED Throat Lights, LED Light Ring and LED Bobbin Light
- Pinpoint needle laser light
- Integrated, adjustable laser light for pantographs
- Menu controlled Warm/Cool/Neutral Light Settings and UV or White LED lights for maximum lighting
- Bobbin thread cutter
- Easy-Touch Tension™ with stored presets (Patent Pending)
- Adjustable spool tray and thread mast
- Synergy Stitch™ regulation in two modes: Precision and Cruise
- Ability to quickly switch between manual and stitch regulation modes
- Consistent stitch quality from 4-24 stitches per inch at speeds up to 3,100 stitches per minute
- HQ Precision-Glide track system for effortless quilting
Optional accessories for the Infinity 26 include:
- HQ Pro-Stitcher®
- Easy-Click™ Ruler Base
- Groovy boards, adapter, and stylus
- Interchangeable Handi Feet
If you’re thinking about doing computerized quilting, let me introduce you to …
HQ Pro-Stitcher®
Handi Quilter Pro-Stitcher® was developed/written and is supported by full-time Handi Quilter engineers. It guides your HQ longarm to quilt any design you want to use, create, or customize.
Basic features include:
- 12-inch color touchscreen computer mounted on your longarm machine
- Over 800 designs, including a designer showcase of motifs from your favorite designers
- Customizable speed and stitches-per-inch
- Micro tie-off function
- Seamless integration with Pro-Stitcher Designer™ for designing and adjusting your own patterns at the longarm machine or on your computer (included software)
- On-screen grid and ruler to measure designs or area on your quilt
- Horizontal and vertical channel locks
- Free, lifetime software updates
All of this gives you the ability to:
- Switch between computer-guided and free-motion quilting at the touch of a button
- Resize, rotate and repeat designs to fit specific areas
- Skew or align designs to fit any area with three or more points
- Save and move quilt areas
- Crop inside or outside of your design to fit your quilt, with the option to close the jumps or leave them open
- Create new start/stop points
- Place designs into borders and other odd-shaped spaces
- Reorder designs for stitching
Other key features of Pro-Stitcher® include:
- Silent, integrated motor-control systems with fluid motion control
- USB port to easily upload digital patterns to Pro-Stitcher
- No need for an additional computer to run the Pro-Stitcher
How Do You Decide?
As I noted in our last post, we urge you to do two things!
First, go to the ‘Handi Quilter Machines’ page of our website and investigate all the options. You’ll find even more details there.
Second, stop in one of our locations (see below) and test-drive the machine(s) you’re interested in. Ask your questions and let us fully explain all your options. We’ll help you set up the absolute best system for your quilting space, budget and needs.
Speaking of budget, please know that we are obligated by our contract with Handi Quilter to only advertise the Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) on our website. When you call or stop in, we can offer you the Best Price and share the current monthly specials!
And a reminder from the last post … the price of the Moxie will be going up on September 1st. To lock in our current pricing, we must receive your order by August 31, 2023.
Finally, if you do decide to purchase a longarm, regardless of model, you’ll receive our customized free training and Handi Quilter’s 5/10-year warranty.
Phew! That’s a lot of information … better wrap up this post!
As always, if you have ANY questions or want additional information, please call us at (262) 723-6775 or email us at info@QuiltingConnection.com.
You can also visit us online at QuiltingConnection.com or in person at 21 Adams Street in Elkhorn, WI (usually M-F 9-4, please call to confirm we’re open) or 1017 W. Northland in Appleton, WI (W, Th & F 10-4, S 10-3).
And finally, check out our blog at QuiltingConnection.com/blog and our Facebook posts.
Please share your thoughts and questions with us. We love to hear from you!
Angie