How Longarm Quilting Works

I made this video for those who think a computer quilts my quilt tops.
In the video I say, "I am making this quilt ....."
I meant to say, "I am making this VIDEO...."
Sometimes my brain and mouth fail to connect. (-;

[@Happybidr]

I am watching this video six years later and it is one of the BEST longarm videos ever! Thanks Joy!

[@kimmcamp]

I had no idea how these worked, but the best part is you talk like I do.

[@vickiring7761]

I wondered what a long arm quilting machine looked like. Wow! I had no idea how huge it is until I watched your video. Your machine certainly couldn't be tucked away into my craft/guest room.

[@tierneycreates]

Awesome - I used this video to explain to a non quilter what long arm quilting is all about. Thanks!

[@ArlenePMCM]

It's now 2020 and this is the first time I've seen a long-arm in action! Very interesting.

[@pj6579]

Wasn’t sure what a long arm quilting machine looked like or how it operated, so thank you very much for the in-depth explanation 😀 I thought it would be an easy thing, how wrong was I 🤣🤣

[@missladyhawke]

I was just curious what Long Arm looked like when it was being done so I looked for a video and came across yours. You are too cute! Enjoyed it a lot

[@melodyodefreitas1057]

Thank you for your input - I just love your attitute - you made my day

[@AudreyAL6]

I never knew how a long arm work so thank you for showing us how it works

[@nursenancy46]

I love long arm quilting. It is relaxing yet productive. It is not hard if you take breaks!

[@narrowwaywalker]

Thanks for sharing and being real!

[@jau2552]

This was fantastic. Never heard of this before. Thank you for the knowledge. I can very easily see why you love this so much. I want one.

[@LuckyMerit]

You're adorable! Thanks for the clear demonstration and for your cheer. Brought a smile to my face and I learned something. :)

[@cindyhappel7376]

I googled it, the closest thing I came to was butterscotch basket and it looked nothing like the beautiful quilt on your back wall. I love that it’s just two colors

[@trellyyadao4813]

Thanks for doing this video. Now I know how much labor goes into it. I thought it will just quilt by itself using programs in the PC. You are so charming!

[@aaliyahraks]

thank you ... its really interesting to see what a longarm is and how you use it. I wished i could see you do some work and then get a close up of the work.

[@mamalynn9562]

Thank you for the tutorial; it was very informative

[@AlbertAC54]

Thanks for the video and, especially, for your energy and cheer -- I hope you had fun making this video because you definitely made it fun for me watching it! Best wishes, AL

[@joycegronenthal2560]

Thank you for these interesting videos I learned a lot

[@AmoPerrosMás]

That was an awesome video. You're a kick!

[@helenaa2487]

I love Joy! great video.

[@sdfife]

You are just too cute! Loved it!

[@narrowwaywalker]

And by the way, I love your studio !

[@ibenzan6286]

Thanks I was wondering if the long arms works as an embroidery you answered my question

[@cindyjackson8475]

Thank you, I wondered how that was done. I'd like to have one some day.

[@pinkpony]

Joy, you are just adorable.

[@elizabethmarie7828]

This lady is adorable 😂

[@laurelbush1672]

I am thrilled with all your amazing talent. why APQS vs gamml. I know the are both excellent.

[@Joy4650B]

I chose APQS because of the service. I actually drove directly to Linda Taylor's Gammill business in Texas one day. It was a weekday, and they were open. I walked into the showroom. I said I was there to talk to someone about buying a Gammill. One of the ladies told me it wasn't a good day and to come back another time. I bought the APQS the next day.

[@fretkillrlives]

I just priced some LAQ's and they run between 5K and 24K. Guess I'll stick to painting.

[@mabelbrooks2456]

Joy I enjoyed your video. Your quilts are beautiful. I just got my Tin Lizzie LA and I don't have a computer either but I never saw a device that move your fabric. That is pretty cool! Can that be used for all machines? I hope you make some more videos. You made me laugh when you said you needed video classes from Craftsy. Have a great day!

[@TheRealGackt]

My mom realy wants this machine,where can she buy it?)

[@cindyhappel7376]

Thanks for sharing! What is the quilt pattern for the pink and white quilt on the back wall? Absolutely love it

[@Joy4650B]

It was on the cover of a book years ago. The original was orange sherbet colored and was named "Butterscotch Sundae". Mine is called Strawberry Sundae.

[@cindyhappel7376]

Joy Bernhardt Thank you!

[@eddiesako7953]

Hi Joy can you please let me know where to get a machine like this one.

[@Joy4650B]

APQS

[@m0ther0ne]

Well! This certainly was not the video title ‘how longarm quilting works’, it was just you showing you working. I would like to know how the machine works. Do you have a top and bottom bobbin like a domestic machine? I have only seen the top thread, and if there is only top thread, how does it stitch both sides?

[@Joy4650B]

It is like a regular sewing machine. I wasn't teaching how to use a sewing machine.

[@virtualadmonisher6844]

I'm sad you had to defend your skills to the web. Someone must have really said something hurtful. Thank you for instructing and sharing. I am about 6 months away from getting into my own long arm setup. Do you recommend buying new or second hand refurbished as a starting long arm?

[@Joy4650B]

Virtual Admonisher I would say it depends on the company. APQS has lifetime warranties and they sell their demos every year with those warranties. Don’t know about used from an owner. No warranties there. I bought mine new. Sad thing is, warranties don’t follow the machines if they are sold to another person. Repairs and parts can be very expensive, so I want a warranty.

[@daisyduck61]

That’s funny yup quilt all by themselves. I know I got one too.

[@roseedwards6371]

great vid joy!

[@gibraltabago]

I did enjoy your video, but my gosh, long arm quilting is tiring. I got tired watching it done! Since I am not living in a quilting nation its the first time I am seeing one in operation. I respect you ladies a whole lot. Wish I could have a studio like yours though.

[@Joy4650B]

Yes, Patricia, I TOTALLY agree with you. Longarm quilting is monotonous and tiring. I don't know how anyone can do it for a living week after week.

[@teacat55]

I long-arm for myself and find it can be both tiring AND therapeutic ...... I am grateful I DON'T have to do this for a living. I also really like that machine you have. I have a Tin Lizzie and I think those foot-operated forward and backward rollers would be wonderful! Thank s for sharing!

[@Nope-ec5yv]

I am surprised how loud it is.

[@raycox3088]

Your a beautiful woman.