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Way to go what will the First project be my friend*/*//*////4474*******hugs
by dragonflyer
13 Jul 2017
Thanks, Carolyn... I think my first "project" will be to just be able to embroider a simple built in design and not have a catastrophe~
360402Congratulations on the new Babylock. I know you will love it. You do not need luck you have the talent and expertise to do what ever you want and do it well, I've never used any of the prewound bobbins so cannot help you there/Lillian
by dragonflyer
13 Jul 2017
Thank you, Lillian...your words of support speak volumes to me...I will tackle "The Beast" tomorrow...
145789Congrats on your new machine, for you, it will pay off. You could always sell some of our designs, like and invoice for pay pal, hint, hint. I use the plastic sided size A from them. Love them
by dragonflyer
13 Jul 2017
Thanks, Smokey...I have thought about selling my designs, but it is just too involved with bookkeeping, taxes, web interfaces, etc...I am retired and I feel that undertaking the task of selling my designs would just put a damper on my enjoyment of embroidering...
10990Have fun playing with your new machine. For the bobbins, try Superior Threads, they are great quality and I use their bobbins in my longarm machine.
20077Congrats!! I have the Enterprise by babylock.... LOVE IT you will not be sorry...
I buy my bobbins from Allstitch I use the magna glide for a few years and they are wonderful. They have the cardboard bobbins the sideless etc... jump in and enjoy your new toy!
by dragonflyer
13 Jul 2017
Thanks so much, Suzanne...it was just delivered and it looked a lot smaller on the dealer floor...I just took a great bit breath....I will tackle it tomorrow!
111092Great big congrats to you, Kim!! I get my L bobbins from United Thread.. I get the polyester continuous filament and they work perfect for my Melco...You are going to have a grand time with this machine!!
261161My Brother and Babylock machines are fine with the cardboard bobbins from Metro..I tear away the cardboard from the top of the bobbin--I read somewhere--but it allows you to see how much thread remains. Metro has good products and reasonable prices.
by dragonflyer
13 Jul 2017
Thanks for the information on the bobbins...do you use them on both a multi needle and combo sewing/embroidery machine too?
10173Wow, lucky you Kim. I hope it all goes well and that you have years of enjoyment from it. I've never used cardboard sided bobbins, so I can't offer an opinion, but reading others below they seem to be fine. Good luck with it all. Love Chris
234253Congratulations! I want one. Let us know how you like it. I want a larger hoop, and multi-needle so I don't have to change thread as often. I'm anxious to hear how it goes for you.
115Wow, Is this a big Machine? I am taking my Bernina in tomorrow for service. My dealer also sells Babylock so I will have a look. What is the largest hoop the Valiant has and did you have to pay $500 extra to get it? That is what Bernina does. The largest hoop does not come with the machine. You have to pay extra for it. I think Babylock had a 5 or 6 yr. finance a couple of weeks ago. I know you are happy. Kay
by dragonflyer
13 Jul 2017
Thanks, Kay...It is a BIG machine...at least for me...It will take both me and my DH to move it...and we have stairs to negotiate too...not looking forward to that aspect...the largest hoop is 14" x 14" and my dealer included it...I did have to purchase some of the other specialty hoops though...but I got a good price on them so I went ahead and just splurged!
by katydid
13 Jul 2017
I know I was full of questions and appreciate your answers. I understand this machine requires the service to come to you. Are you comfortable with that?
85867Woo hoo!!!! Way to go! I order my bobbins from Allstitch.
35675Oh, yippee! I am delighted for you. Many happy adventures.
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462521Many congratulations - you deserve to treat yourself
253107Congratulations! How exciting! Wishing you smooth sailing with your new machine.
11468I'm so glad you took the plunge and bought the Valiant. I love all of my Babylock machines so I'm sure you will love the Valiant once you have made a few things and are comfortable. I buy all of my embroidery supplies from Allstitch. They only sell supplies for embroidery machines.I wish you many years of happy stitching.
168893Congratulations! Now you can do really cool stuff like making bodices for your growing nieces! I am so happy for you and look forward to your new creations.
173580I'm sew happy you took the plunge. I know you will love it.
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6257Congratulations on your purchase. I'm sure you are going to have lots of fun on it! Sorry, but I have not used those bobbins.
14619I have used both Class A & L for my machines from Metro and haven't had any problems with either. They have the best prices too.
Enjoy your new machine....you deserve it.
Hugs
by dragonflyer
12 Jul 2017
Thanks, Jerri...I think I will go ahead and order some of the Metro bobbins...
30631Congratulations!!!!! I am glad you took advantage of the great offer. I know you will enjoy it.
I have used Metros Bobbins for the Baby Lock Enterprize and had no difficulties.
by dragonflyer
12 Jul 2017
Thanks, Angie...and I believe your Enterprise uses the cardboard sided bobbins too (?)
by crafter2243
edited 13 Jul 2017
Truthfully I would have to check if I bought the cardboard ones. Due to my broken leg I can not go upstairs to check.
All I know that they are the L type
109762Congratulations and I hope you have hours and hours of fun with your new machine. Living in the UK I'm not commenting on the purchase of bobbins.
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