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. This machine exclusively utilizes the ProFrame 8 with a 2′ optional extension kit to achieve a 10′ foot full frame, and the optional bobbin winder is included!
Step up to longarm quilting and into a new world of possibilities.
Features:
- 18” machine arm
- 8.5” distance between top and bottom arm
- 2,200 stitches per minute
- Two modes of Stitch Regulation: Precision and Cruise
- Precise Stitch Regulation from 4 to 22 SPI
- Manual speed mode with 3 customizable presets
- 4 basting stitch options (1/2”, 1”, 2”,4”)
- Built-in telescoping thread stand
- Easy-set tension (digital tension display)
- Front handlebars with digital touchscreen displays
- LED light ring mounted above the needle
- LED lighting mounted on both sides of the front handlebars
- Magnetic mounts for pins and scissors
- High-speed rotary hook with large-capacity M-class bobbin
- Stitch counters
- Needle stop position control
- Bobbin-use estimator with low-bobbin alarm
- Quilting alarm and project timer
- Built-in diagnostics
- Four language options: English, French, German, Spanish
Quilt Frame:
- The ProFrame 8 extends easily to a 10-foot length with the optional 2-Foot Extension Kit
- The Height of the frame is easily adjustable and can be customized for any quilter
- Two easy different loading methods: High (for a standard “quilt in the trough” experience, useful for beginners) or Low (for better visibility when using rulers)
- Made of high-quality, powder-coated steel for a firm base for longarm quilting
- Ratcheted-pole ends for firm hold & perfect stitches
- Comes ready to quilt! Two side clamps and heavy-duty 3-piece leader set included
Included Accessories:
- 2 Quick change sewing feet: closed toe foot (installed) and open toe foot
- Bungee
- Heavy duty leaders
- Accessory pack with 4 extra bobbins, 20 needles, sample thread, hook oil, cleaning brush and bobbin tension screwdriver
Optional Accessories:
- Overhead Lighting
- 18” Machine Ruler Base
- Quilting Rulers
- EZ Ruler Foot
- Square Feet Set
- Couching Feet Set
- Glide Foot
- Echo Feet Set
- Horizontal Spool Pin
- Channel Locks
- Bobbins
- Bobbin Case
- 2′ Extension for Proframe 8′
- Black Table Top Pieces for Proframe 8′
- Needles
- Quilt Maker Pro Pinpoint Needle Laser
- Mini Casters
- Pro-Stitcher Lite QM15
- QM18 Rear Handlebars Display Kit w/ Laser Light
- Leader Set available in 9.5’ or 7.5’
| Janome Quilt Maker 15 | Janome Quilt Maker 18 | Janome Quilt Maker Pro 16 | Janome Quilt Maker Pro 20 | |
| Arm Size | 15″ | 18″ x 8.5″ | 16″ | 20″ |
| Stitches Per Minute | 1800 | 2200 | 1800 | 2500 |
| Stitches Per Inch | 4-18 | 4-22 + 4 basting options | 4-18 + basting option | 4-24 + 5 basting options |
| Bobbin System | M Class | M Class | M Class | M Class |
| Low Bobbin Sensor | No | Yes | No | Yes |
| Quilting Area | 4′, 8′, or optional 10′ wide x 18″ deep | 4′, 8′, or optional 10′ wide x 18″ deep | 48″ wide x 14″ deep | 10′, or 12′ |
| Stitch Regulation | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Manual Speed Mode | Yes | Yes | Yes | 25 – 2,500 SPM |
| Basting Stitch Options | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Thread Stand | Built-in Telescoping Thread Stand | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Tension | Easy thread set tension | Easy thread set tension | Easy thread set tension | Easy thread |
| Handlebars | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Screen Display | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Power Switches | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2 |
| Lighting | Built in LED lighting | Built in LED lighting | Yes | Built in LED lighting |
| Lighting Locations | Light Ring | Handle Bars, Light Ring | Handle Bars, Light Ring | Handle Bars, Light Ring |
| Included Feet | Ruler Foot, Open-Toe foot | Closed Toe Foot, Open Toe Foot | Open-toe Foot | |
| Laser Light | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rotary Hook | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Stitch Counters | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Needle Stop Position Control | No | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Timers | Project Timer | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Built-in Diagnostics | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Cast Aluminum Molding Sewing Head | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
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