Janome Quilt Maker 18" Longarm Machine

The Quilt Maker delivers the next step in your quilt making journey. Janome, the leader in innovative products that have changed the sewing industry, offers a long arm format sewing and quilting machine to support the beginner quilter’s sewing studio. The Quilt Maker 18 offers 18” of quilting space. The Digital Tension Control system displays tension on the LCD touchscreen along with two stitch regulation modes: Precision and Cruise. Complete with Built-in Telescoping thread stand, and handlebars on the front with convenient magnetic strips.  Independent bobbin winder is included.

This machine purchase includes one of 2 frame options - a traditional 8-foot rolling bar frame or Janome's 5-foot hoop frame system (ProFrame5):

Option 1 - The ProFrame 8 offers an optional 2′ extension kit to achieve a 10′ full frame. 
Option 2 - Pair this machine with the PROFRAME5, a 5-foot hoop frame system designed to allow quilters to finish larger projects in a small space.

Want to step it up? Pair this bestselling longarm model with ProStitcher Lite, a computerized quilting software that will make edge-to-edge quilting unbelievably easy.

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MACHINE OVERVIEW

Machine Arm Length: 18” 

Quilting Area: 4', 8', or optional 10’ wide frame, with an 18" machine throat depth, or 14" row max height (approximate).  With the ProFrame5, your quilting area will be 5' wide, again with a max row height of about 14".

Maximum Speed: 2200 Stitches per Minute

FRAME OVERVIEW

The ProFrame 8, which is made of high-quality, powder coated steel, extends easily to a 10’ length with an optional 2’ extension kit. The height of the frame is easily adjustable and can be customized for any quilter. 

Two different loading methods: 

• High: Offers a standard “quilt in the trough” experience that is useful for beginners.
• Low: Provides better visibility when using rulers.

KEY FEATURES

• 4', 8', or optional 10' traditional frame set up options, or 5' hoop frame
• 2,200 Stitches per minute
• Ergonomic handlebars
• Convenient magnetic storage strips
• Ultra bright lights
• Built-in thread stand
• Independent bobbin winder
• Digital tension control
• Digital LCD touchscreen
• Timers
• Stitch regulation mode
• Manual Speed Mode
• Built-In diagnostics
• Timers, stitch counters, and low bobbin sensors

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

• Pro-Stitcher Lite QM18 - Highly recommended! Achieve easy edge-to-edge designs and custom quilting with just the touch of a couple of buttons. Most of our longarm customers opt for the ProStitcher computerized quilting software because it makes quilting a breeze!
• 8' Lite Frame - 2' Extension
• Black table top pieces for Proframe 8'
• Bobbin Case (QM)
• Bobbins (QM/8pk)
• Channel Locks
• Couching Feet
• Echo Foot Set (QM)
• EZ Ruler Foot
• Glide 3 Foot
• Hand Wheel Kit Proframe 8
• Leader Set 7.5'
• Mini Casters 4pk (For Versa & Proframe 8' Only)
• Needles 100/16R (10pk)
• Needles 110/18R Black (10pk)
• Needles 90/14R (10pk)
• New Tool Tray
• Pinpoint Needle Laser
• Pole Cradles
• Pro Highlight 8/10'
• Rear Handlebar and Display (QM18)
• Ruler Base 18"
• Ruler Circle Set (QM)
• Ruler Ditch (QM)
• Ruler Half Circle Set (QM)
• Ruler Mini Scallop (QM)
• Ruler Multi Clamshell (QM)
• Ruler Oval Set C (QM)
• Ruler Straight Rulers 3 x 12" (QM)
• Ruler Swag Templates 4" (QM)
• Ruler Wave F (QM)
• Square Feet Set