Like a Long Arm

We're going to show you just how easy it is to set up a Machine Quilter frame.  A Machine Quilter frame is like a little long arm, just easier to set up and take down.  A Machine Quilter frame gives you the same freedom of movement as a long arm for a fraction of the cost. They don't take up as much space either.  Machine Quilter frames are designed to fit into our smaller English and European homes. They simply clamp to a table.  If you're wondering about the table, follow the link to find all about how to choose the right table. My table uses 3 IKEA trestles and a B&Q interior door. It works great for a 6-foot frame.

Setting up a Machine Quilter frame.

Machine Quilter frames come in 4 parts:

• 2 side pieces which clamp to a table
• a set of tracks that fit between the side pieces
• 2 carriages that ride on the tracks
• 3 fabric poles that slip into the side pieces

Setting up is easy. First place the tracks on the table. Then place the side pieces on either end of the tracks and clamp them to the table. Next, place one carriage on the tracks and then second carriage on top of the first. Finally, drop the 3 fabric poles labelled 1, 2 and 3 into the slots on the side pieces labelled 1. 2 and 3. The pictures below say it better than words and the short video clip at the end says it best of all.

Sometimes a moving image is best. Come visit us at the Festival of Quilts. We're at Stand A46 and we'll show you in person.