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Handi Quilter HQ 18" Avante Long Arm

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June 26, 2019 by LilyB
“Purchased my 18" Avante w/10 foot frame back in 2012. It has been a marvelous quilting machine for this relatively short-time quilter. I started quilting in 2007 (after retiring), on an Espire machine, which is still fantastic. However, having been diligent in caring for the Avante, I ran into a major tension problem 'out of the blue.' After trying a number of adjustments one at a time, changing thread, inspecting bobbin case, changing needles, it still is building its own thread nests underneath. Finally, after a month, I contacted a master technician (Chris) at SMP. He is very professional and gave me excellent advice on how to rectify the problem. A bit of progress has been made, but still not 100%. (There are no local technicians in SC.) So, I will keep trying to fix it until it's a losing cause. At least I will be able to contact Chris again, if nothing else works. But, the Avante has been an excellent team member the past 7 years. I would recommend it to anyone, so long as there is a sewing machine technician nearby.”
December 5, 2018 by Ilia
“I bought my HQ Avante from sewing machines plus, I spoke frankly with the sales rep Jennifer and asked questions for approx an hour. I had never had a long arm machine before, but had saved a long time and researched for almost a year. Jennifer was amazing.I was missing a part from the original shipment, customer service was amazing! I've dealt with them multiple times at this point and it has ALWAYS been positive! The machine was a dream come true! Easy to assemble frame and machine, HQ has great youtube videos for assistance. It floats like a dream! Absolutely wonderful ! No tension issues, I loaded one practice piece, thinking I'd practice for several weeks then try the real deal, NOPE! After one practice piece, I was quilting quilt after quit with success and confidence! Major game changer!!!!I You will NOT regret this purchase!”
HQ AVANTE 18
May 27, 2011 by Gail O.
“I bought my HQ Avante 18 package in April, 2011 after several discussions with Ron at Sewing Machines Plus. This was my retirement gift to myself and a large purchase item but after talking to Ron about the various long arm quilting machines I was quite comfortable with buying the Avante 18 HQ package. It arrived in quick order especially having to be shipped to Newfoundland, Canada and was in perfect condition on arrival. Hats Off to HQ for their packageing of the machine and studio table. With the help of my husband (Walter) we had the studio table/frame and machine assembled in a few hours. We had no problems with the instructions at all!!! This machine FLOATS on the table. I was quite surprized how easy it is to use. Love the laser light for pattern quilting. I am very happy with the Avante 18 and studio table (12 Ft) and very pleased with the staff at Sewing Machines Plus. I would highly recommend this dealer and this long arm quilting machine. They offer Great Service and Excellents Products. We will be dealing with them again in the future.”
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March 10, 2011 by Rebecca
“I just wanted to let you know how much we appreciated your teaching us the HQ Avante Quilter operations and software at the shop. The hospitality of the people at the shop and the knowledge of the products made me know that I made the right decision in buying my Avante HQ from Sewing Machines Plus was a good decision. I have only good things to say about the company and everyone's knowledge of the products that are sold in the store. I plan to continue to do business with Sewing Machines Plus and wish you the best, this is a great company!”
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June 16, 2010 by Martha H.
“This is my second machine that I have ordered from Sewing Machines Plus. I wanted to upgrade and they took my other machine in on trade, which made it possible for me to purchase my Avant. Getting it financed for three years make it affordable for me. I got material stuck in my machine and it was out of time...they paid to have it shipped back and returned to me free of charge. The people was very helpful and thanks to them I am back to quilting my quilts and the machine is working great. Service is great!!!!”
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June 15, 2010 by nellie D.
“i heard noting but good things about this quilting machine with the stuido frame this is the one for me ,they say there every easy to quilt on .and there maded in the good old u.s.a states,another plus for me and i heard they if for some reason something happends with your set up or machine ,there alway just a phone call away to help you walk you through the problem ,i belong to a quilting board several member have the older machine ,but they all had there machines for many years and they all told me that there not sorry they have should a wonderful combo,so that what i want to buy one day .nellie diaz”
Great Machine & Dealer
May 30, 2010 by Diane M.
“As with most people, I was hesitant to make such a large purchase online and to further add to my concerns, I live in Arizona. I visited numerous local retailers first. I operated the machine and asked all the relevant questions. After I was convinced I was buying this machine, I called Sewing Machines Plus. I was not only sold on the machine but I was sold on the company! Received the machine fast and in perfect working order. Any questions on the operation of the machine were answered in detail by a simple phone call. I hope this review settles any hesitation you might have on purchasing a machine of this caliber online. Great product, great service, great company.”