Don't waste your money!! Why would anyone want to buy a $9,000.00 (830) to tie up on a frame (which I'm not sure if it would even fit?) If your serious. about doing your own quilts invest your money in one of the small Long Arm Machines. Not much more then the 830..I have 4400 QE that I put on an 8ft frame that I made,but when it's on frame, I can't use to sew till quit is done!! Good Luck!!

It's amazing how things will call and call until you come and get them. My machine (Bernina 830) has the automatic needle down, etc. Quilt motion is an attachment that allows you to quilt a design that either you have designed (using pattern cad) or an established design already in the Quilt Cad program which you get with Quilt Motion. Take a look at the Berninausa.com web site and look for the webinar about quilt motion. Both videos show how to use the Quilt Motion. I received my quilt motion on Friday and am in the process of putting it together and putting it on the machine. I hope to finish it today and then get my test fabric on the machine and try it out.

Thanks Judy,
I made the mistake of going to my dealer yesterday because she now has one frame in stock and it's calling my name...
I'll be anxious to hear how it works for you. Is the quilt motion the attachment that allows you to quickly needle down, stop, etc... that fits on the arm? Happy quilting!!

Bee

Yes, I've taken the class before, and am especially looking forward to the third week when Carla shows how she whispers quilts presented by the students!
I also find that I learn a LOT by watching what the other students post as they do the exercises! You will have access to the class materials for several months, so maybe you will have time later to review everything.

Hi Margo,

I thought I recognized your photo. You have taken it before? I'm struggling trying to find the time to do the exercises right now. I hope I can get them done. I'm chairing a golf tournament that will be on Aug 2nd, so my mind is on overload. I am hoping that doing the class will give me something else other than golf or auctions to think about.

Kathy, take a look at the web forum and you will be able to see some of the work. What i like about the class so far, is that we are looking at designing something other than just feathers to make a quilt look interesting. It's exactly what I wanted.

Judy

I'm in the class too! I've taken it before, and can tell you that it is WELL worth the time and effort!! Carla is a great teacher and inspiration!

Judy, someone else on one of my quilting forums also mentioned Quilt Whisperer. I'm very interested to hear how you liked your class. Kathy

I'm still waiting on the Quilt Motion part, but I have put my leaders on and loaded the machine with a back, batt and top for practice. It is working pretty well so far when I am working w/o the Quilt Motion so I know I can quilt 'freehand'. I'm curious about the computerized part. I'm sure it will be a learning process, but so far so good. Tomorrow is Thursday and it is delivery day at the Bernina dealer that I support. Perhaps my package will arrive tomorrow.......... We'll see. I'll keep you posted.

I am taking an online class right now with Carla Barrett of http://www.quiltwhisper.com/forum where she shows how to plan out your quilting design on a quilt using various techniques. The class just started on Monday and it goes for 3 wks. You have exercises to do and a lot of opportunity to ask questions. Ask me after 3 wks to see how things go.... I may be a basket case, who knows...........

Judy

Judy - how is it going with your new quilting setup?
Curious in Alabama...

I have my frame all set up and am waiting for the Quilt Motion to add to it. I plan on using my 830 (even as heavy as it is) to quilt my quilts, as well as to embroider. I'm expecting the quilt motion to come on Thursday of this week. I will certainly keep you posted. I am also getting the "quick zip system" to put on my leaders so I can zip my backing and top on easily.. Have you looked at that? See Sue Schmeidan, http://stores.longarmconnection.com. There is a great video on QNNTV.com if you are a member there that explains it. Quilt It the Longarm Quilting show, series 2, episode 202.

I've been watching this post because I too am saving for the Bernina Quilt Frame. But I was wondering if anyone has used it with their Bernina 830 and if you have, how do you like it?

Thanks
Bee

Thanks so much for the bit of information.....was thinking it was a matter of a couple of pins and it would slide to the size you needed.

Bail2L - please don't think it's easy to switch from crib to king. It won't be an easy process.
I'd suggest keeping the frame at the largest size all the time. You'll understand when you put it together.
If you have room for the king size then there won't really be a reason to shorten it for smaller quilts.
also, then you won't have to worry about keeping it level, ets

I bought the Bernina quilt frame a month ago. I had issues with it over the past 4 weeks, but I love it . . . now!
I had issues setting up a machine on the frame because I wanted to use my Husqvarna Mega Quilter for awhile longer. But, since part of the the stitch regulator as actually built into the carriage of the inspira frame that came with the mega quilter .... sigh. Anyway - the machine wouldn't work on the Bernina quilt frame - until today. Today I picked up a $70 speed control box ordered from The Grace Company. Problem solved. (My thanks to the Grace Company for responding to my email - they solved my problem)
My other $500 stitch regulator has been replaced by a $70 speed control box.
What a relief!!!
Now I have a wonderful quilt frame that can grow with me. My mega quilter only lets me quilt 9 inches at the time, but that's OK for now. When I sort through the larger harp machines I'll get something else, eventually. Then I'll be able to quilt a much larger area at the time.
I do recommend the Bernina Quilt Frame. But I'm a little worried that when I eventually move I'll have to sell my house to a quilter!! This baby is HUGE! But it is terrific. I give it 5 stars.