Whether it is a new haircut, new school or a new machine, change is always a little scary. It was time for a change in my studio and I’m absolutely thrilled. As some of you know, I have sold my A1 to a wonderful couple in Delaware who assure me she will have a great home. It was bittersweet as I have been quilting on her for 10 years. That is a LONG time. We produced many beautiful quilts together…. these are just a few.
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- Longwood Quilt
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- Hula Hibiscus center
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- Longwood quilt
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- Swan’s Journer
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- Not so Plain Jane
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- Longwood quilt
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- Emerald Isle
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- Neon Lights
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- Red Velvet
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- Crown Jewels
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- Red Velvet
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- Swan’s Song
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- Swan’s Journey
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- Mastering the Mini Sample
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- Summer Solstice
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- Playing Hookie
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- Petit a Four ©2015 Lisa H Calle
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- Petit a Four ©2015 Lisa H Calle
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- block sample
But it was time. Many of you have asked over the last several months what machine I was going to get. I looked at them all…. Innova, BERNINA, etc…. I have settled on
There are many reason why I chose this machine and it would take me forever to go into all of them but to touch on a few….. I have used HandiQuilters in my hands-on classrooms for a while now and have never had any issues (this is huge when there are so many people using the machines. The Fusion is the midsize machine and I love the added bit of throat space I get vs my A1. It is a little bit heavier but not by much. The people that work for HandiQuilter are top notch. I haven’t met one person who I haven’t throughly enjoyed.
As with any new machine, there is a bit of learning curve. Since it is a little heavier I find that my feathers either don’t close or I over shoot. This will work itself out as I use the machine more. I tell you this so you don’t think that there isn’t a getting to know you period. I also have the ProStitcher which as of yet I have not used… I’ll have to wait till after my Canada trip. I am looking forward to exploring this new tool. I am not a computer newbie as I had the IQ so hopefully I’ll pick it up quickly.
Here is some of my work on the Fusion…..
I’ll post more pictures as I go.
I am excited to be a part of the HandiQuilter family as an ambassador!
Quilt on, My Friends!
Lisa
Lisa H Calle's Blog 
I can’t see any missed stitches in these feathers! Did you use the micro handles? From a fellow owner, welcome to the HQ/Fusion/PS family! Did you also get Art & Stitch?
Thank you! I did get the Pro stitcher as well. 😊. I haven’t used it yet but can’t wait to try it out.
I’m not a big micro handle gal. I quilt one handed. I might have to give it a try since it’s a new machine. Maybe I’ll like them.
How about the frame? Is it better than your old one? Is it easier to get your quilts loaded? It looks nice and sturdy in the picture.
I have had the fusion for almost a year now. Upgrade from the HQ16. You will love it! And the Prostitcher is so much fun.
Oh, Lisa! We started together on A-1’s and now we are together again on Fusion’s. I love my Fusion w/Prostitcher and I think you made a great choice. I have had mine for 5 years. Can’t believe it has been that long! Now, if only, I could quilt like you!!
Yay! I did not see this coming! So pleased you have joined the club 🙂
Thanks!
Welcome to the” family”. I stitch on an Avante.
I’ve been wondering what you’d end up getting. I was thinking you’d buy a Bernina but I’m sure you’ll be happy with your new set up.
The BERNINA is a great machine but HQ was a better fit for me.
Congratulations! I was curious as to what you would choose; everyone seems to be jumping on the Innova train! I LOVE your quilting, I watch your Quilt It shows over and over; I must get to a show and take your classes. I just saw the Lost Quilt page…so very sorry–I hope they turn up. I remember when you made Hula Hibiscus on LAC.