Longarm & Mid-Arm Quilting Machines

Longarm and mid-arm machines solve a real problem: quilting large quilts on a domestic machine means constantly wrestling bulk through a small throat space. This hub covers what separates a longarm from a mid-arm, how to think about the jump in price and space required, and honest comparisons between the machines quilters ask about most, like Handi Quilter, Juki, and APQS.

A longarm quilting machine mounted on its frame with a partially quilted star-pattern quilt loaded

Guides in this hub

What Is Longarm Quilting? A Beginner's Guide

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A longarm quilting machine mounted on its frame, the best longarm quilting machine setup for home quilters

Best Longarm Quilting Machine in 2026

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