Class 101: Tin Lizzie Tech

[@sherrymoore5868]

I so needed this! I bought my Lizzie second hand and didn't know they were out of business. The machine worked perfectly but unknown to me an encoder got broken in the way home. It was very difficult to get fixed because I didn't know the problem? I was charged almost $200 for a new encoder that was used! Fortunately I was able to find a former dealer a couple hours from home who installed one, also used, for $75 and returned the expensive one!

[@cathywilson3551]

I decided not to buy one because the computer was not working and there for the stitch regulator on the 26. I was sad-

[@debbieminton5885]

No doubt about it, your only 30 minutes in and you have covered so many issues I have heard. This video is awesome!

[@LynnBunting-g8j]

HOLY MOLY she is a wealth a knowledge!!! I'm brand new to long arming. Waiting for my tin lizzie to arrive. I'm SOOO glad I found you. Yes adopt me please!!! Absolutely amazing what I just learned.

[@Claire100169]

Thank you so much for doing this video. I bought an older model Husqvarna Viking 18.8 with never having used a long-arm before and it has been a steep learning curve. I only found out today that it is basically a Tin Lizzie. Your video has been a tremendous help. I just wish I lived closer so I could get more help! Thanks again! I’ve saved thus video and will return back to it many times, I’m sure.

[@patpalmer1337]

This just popped up on my You Tube today....Wish I had seen it before....Great learning tool...A little sea sickness from the motion of the camera, but I learned things I was never sure of before...Thank you...

[@valeriefoster971]

Hi I was wondering if you are still offering tin lizzy classes. I just was given a tin lizzy 18 and want to become more familiar with it

[@brendahull8600]

I just wanted to thank you from the bottom of my heart for doing this video. I just 2 weeks ago bought a Janome 18-8DX and have needed to see this and just to know there is someone who have had the history of these fantastic machines. Mine was bought for a lady from her daughter, and them her mother because extremely ill and ultimately passed and this thing had never been opened when I got it.. I sew so nice but I have questions about working on it and being able to get parts in the future.. You are an 😇.

[@judyv9983]

Oh my, wish I had something like this when I first bought my Tin Lizzie ! I have been using my machine for 5 or 6 years and there are things you covered that I never knew! Thank you so much! Are you still doing the zoom classes??

[@disijudy]

Just discovered this - I HAVE been lost. Bought my machine quite a few years ago and didn't have time to use it. Can't wait to watch the whole video :) Thank you!

[@gorskilisa4766]

I bought my Tin Lizzie in SW Fl in 2010 as this machine is all mechanical I have always fixed my own machines. I have worked on industrial machines enough to know the tech part of a machine. No one ever told me about the fuse, so thank you for that information.

[@dsmith199]

Fuse? How I guess I missed the part about the fuse.

[@wendydrob]

Thank you so much. I inherited a Tin Lizzie and I’m so appreciative to you for this video.

[@traceyianmcwhinnie3013]

I wonder if all those who have had problems with a Tin Lizzie could have resolved them by watching this??? Wish I could get that TIn Lizzie Training fabric. HOW awesome is that!! I have a whole shopping list just from watching this video. I'm HOPING I can get most of it in Australia as our exchange rate and shipping usually makes it terrible value.

[@suekelton2468]

This is the best video I have seen. I have a Pfaff 18.8 which is basically the same machine. Thank you for the information.

[@easwann]

I would love to purchase a new tension assembly. Thank you for this video. You have given me hope!!

[@debbieminton5885]

Wow Janie, So good to see you! This is such good news!!!

[@carolmoore325]

Excellent excellent instructions - thanks so much!

[@mjp5129]

I throw thread away, that break that way. I have a quilt shop close to me, that the thread I buy from her breaks. I told her that the thread broke and she said that doesn’t mean it’s old or bad? What’s your thought on that? I know this is an older video. I hope you all came through Covid and all and are doing well. I have this same machine. Haven’t really ever had any problems with it, except for tension. I just have to mess with it. I’ve had it for nine years, but I seldom quilt. I doubt I’ve used it more than 20 times. I like to make quilt top, but not the quilting part….lol. So happy to find this. The only thing I dislike is the needle down and up? Is on the left. The start is on the right. I am right handed and this is just awkward for me. I would prefer the other way. Can those be changed around? I know it plugs in the assembly, but was afraid I’d mess it up if I tried. Thanks so much for this video.

[@traceyianmcwhinnie3013]

THANK YOU so much. I am looking at a second hand Tin Lizzie. INVALUABLE information

[@cathywilson3551]

they are out of business and it's hard to find parts

[@traceyianmcwhinnie3013]

@@cathywilson3551 apparently Floyd's Sewing can still supply parts. I bought one and it's fantastic

[@mjp5129]

I had my back lash in backwards, also. The bobbin stuck out a little. I knew that wasn’t right. It was like that for a while. I finally figured out I had it in wrong. Works much better now.

[@donnatucker6425]

😢what is the store catalog web address

[@debbieminton5885]

Don't worry about the cutting out, this is so GREAT!

[@leonacoleman6952]

I learn MUCH from you. Tank you very much!

[@judyalderden558]

Janie, do you still have a working website? I bought my Tin Lizzie Ansley 26 from you quite a few years ago. Believe it or not, I just decided to try the ruler base I'd bought at the time. I can't get it on! My machine is centered on the base, but it's too far forward and the plexiglass extension hits the screws on the side of the machine base. I'm not sure if I can move my machine much farther back for stability. What do you think?

[@ruthsquiltingandmore5346]

Do you still have parts fo the phonex frame? I heard that the frame is no longer made and no parts are available.

[@sharihammel3644]

I have a TinLizzie Ansley 26I bought in 2011. It is sitting on a Tin Lizzie XL Phoenix 18. I have recently been told that the encoders need to be replaced. I sent in the old ones, and they replaced them however I am having a very difficult time trying to install the new encoder on the back. The old ones were white, and the new ones are black. Would you be able to help me?

[@elainewhite7335]

I'm having a lot of problems adjusting the tension. There are eyelashes and railroad tracks on the front. I bought a new bobbin case and it helped some, but I still need to adjust the tension. Eyelashes on the top mean the bottom tension is too loose, right? Anyway, I'll keep working at it. I'm very interested in any Zoom classes you offer for the TL. Thanks!

[@carolmeiring1587]

I have been trying to learn mine. Tensiion problems and gave up a few months. I went in to start it up and it didn't power up at first. Itook out fuses but the look ok. When it did power up giving me 2 codes. 1st one is an index flag related error has occurred , 2nd one is a motor related error has occured. No one wants to look at it as you can't get parts. It only has 1:50:46 minutes w/51916 stitches. I bought it used w no minutes not knowing parts and service are not available ant longer. This machine is from Sewing Mac&ne Plus and is a King Quilter limited edition. The original owner bought it and was intimidated, would not try to figure out. If I would have done my research I would not bought this. Now I basically have a frame with no machine. I feel sick. Any suggestions about these error codes? Could it be a motor fuse just in case. One service man thought it was a board over the phone without looking at it.

[@glendamartin4454]

When quilting on my tin Lizzy, it puckers the top. This is a non stitch regulated machine with minimal frills. I’ve worked the tension in front and raised and lowered the hopping foot and no particular improvement. Any suggestions would be welcomed. Thanks.

[@LisaGregory-q7c]

I have tin lizzie esp 18 runs great my problem is the monitor screen is black it works but im in the dark without the icons.my husband has checked all wiring. Please help me

[@micheleogle6026]

Hi there! I have a Tin Lizzy Queen Quilter 18. I have had it 9 years. It's been stitching fine. We went to move it and set it up and it runs fine on fast speed. But on stitch regulator it sounds like something is binding up when you press the needle down and the needle struggles to go down. Do you know what might cause this?

[@sewhappy2]

I just bought a new quilters pro by tin lizzie. I just got it running today. It started sewing beautiful then the thread started shredding. Had to retread and now getting all kinds of eyelashes on back. Could you help me with that? Thanks

[@kathleenspencer2232]

Hi, I have an Artistic 18, which has the same needle size as this Tin Lizzie that you are working on. I bought it at least five years back and haven't used it until now. At any rate, after I got it to stitch a bit, the take up lever got stuck and will not go up and down now. The belt is still on correctly, so now I don't know what to do, as it will not jog up and down. Help please. (p.s. I did not oil it and don't know where to put the oil in either.) Thank you.

[@candymoore6558]

Janie thinking about buying a used machine was not sure what their value is since I am just starting long arm. Working on the quilt tops I've been making during the pandemic. Is there anyway you can give me some idea of how much I should be spending on something like this and how hard it is to learn to use. Thank you for any help you can give me it will be greatly appreciate it. Candy.

[@alechiaevans9117]

I have a King Quilter II Elite. I have heard this machine is a “ relative” of the Tin Lizzie. What do you think?

[@alidavanwyk4469]

Thank you for your wonderfull videos. I bought a second hand Tin Lizzie 18. The Lizzie Stitch is not working and I can’t afford to buy one. The Sure Stitch Regulator is way cheeper (may be not as good as the genuine regulator) but I would like confirmation that it is compatable with my Lizzie. Will you help me please?

[@SylviaDeveau]

Is there a special thread I should get for my longarm

[@barbaragraham4838]

increidabl iformation and content. Youu a 5 star!

[@deangraves8317]

what happen when yur bobben is tofull?

[@kesbyfeathers9975]

My tension release lever is permanently down. The lever just swings. Is there a way I can fix this.

[@SylviaDeveau]

Do I need a special thread for my longarm

[@elainewhite7335]

I'm interested in the Tin Lizzie panels. I believe there are twelve of them. Can you send me information? Thanks,

[@quiltmaker8461]

Wonderful video thank you so much I’ve seen and learned a lot! Continue the great work and I will be back for more and considering classes and will try to get in touch with you on several questions on my 2012 tin Lizzie 18 ESP with the Linksys system. Which is similar to the butler? Also have a phoenix 12 foot frame and I have some concerns on the cone shaped 8 mm hex head screws they are a pain in the butt to keep them tightened. I have thoroughly enjoyed my machine I’ve had very little trouble with it and the tension has been set from the factory when I received it in 2012 of December and I’ve never had to touch it it’s worked really well so I hope I didn’t jinx myself just now telling you that.

[@QuiltCentralAcademy]

I have a Tinlizzie catalog too I am just not sure how to post that

[@pam1867]

Very informative. Thank you so much! So nice to know there is help out there for us "orphaned" Tin Lizzie owners.

[@LynnBunting-g8j]

​@@QuiltCentralAcademy are you still open?

[@sandrabartram9386]

Where are you located at?

[@maxinebona2255]

I have just inherited a Tin Lizzie. I have kind of self taught myself. I have quilted over 10 quilts and wall hanging. I just went to quilt another one and now when I try to quilt my needle up and down don't work and when I push the start button the needle just keeps going up and down by itself and the only way to get it to quit is to turn the power off. Can you help me with this. I will also email you guys.

[@terrischmit9502]

Please adopt me! I was gifted an Artistic Design 18" sit down quilter and have been lost for the past several years. I hope I can get some classes, and find your physical place!!! I need you!!! I need to know where you're located!🥰

[@theresasamaniego9723]

My tin lizzy needle is not coming up when I press the needle up button

[@sandrabartram9386]

My tin Lizzie is skipping stitches. How can I fix this.?

[@deliafarmer338]

I have had a Tin Lizzie Recently the on and off button does not work I have to in plug to get it to quit. Do you have any idea what I need to do to fix it?

[@mjp5129]

If you have an electrical strip bar, that has a switch. That won’t fix it of course, but it’s easier than plugging and unplugging. Your long arm power switch might be bad. That should be an easy fix. To check to see if it is the switch, hook it up to a light switch. Hope you understand this.

[@paulaosborn3124]

What is it when your tension is to tight . It keeps breaking therad

[@tsfickes1]

Am I able to put a stitch regulator on this machine?

[@donnaleach2606]

I got my machine all threaded the way you stay and it keeps breaking my thread

[@joanbaxter2793]

Just bought a used machine this is very helpful

[@tinawood3623]

Have you done a you tube on the Qbot system yet?

[@terrybender1731]

I need to order products for my apprentice tinlizzie 18 what is your website to place orders?

[@vanessaodomsellsmansions]

How do you order the training cloth?

[@sandrabartram9386]

Do you have phoenix frame in stock -

[@tyhanford4572]

Amazing information

[@jimbo0715]

can you cover how to use the diagnostics option?

[@carolmeiring1587]

Oh I did sent you an email last night. I don't know if you still interact as it has been a while since you made this video.

[@eleanorhogan8939]

I have the 18 sit down quilter by tin lizzie bought three yrs ago never used it can anybody service it

[@merrycameron533]

I have one of the original Tin Lizzies and need another foot. Would you have one?

[@QuiltCentralAcademy]

Yes I have one 39.00

[@louisebeairsto6711]

Hi! I bought a new to me tin Lizzie and the computer board is fried do you know where I can get a replacement

[@QuiltCentralAcademy]

Which board

[@QuiltCentralAcademy]

I have some boards

[@sandykquilts]

Thank you so much!!

[@aimeesueb68]

I have a problem how do I put in the spring in the bobbin winder it came out. HELP

[@QuiltCentralAcademy]

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