HQ (Handi Quilter) Amara 20 Longarm Quilting Machine


Experience quality, precision and a world of quilting possibilities with the HQ Amara 20. The machine has a 12-foot frame and wide quilting capacity, making it perfect for projects of all sizes. With over 1,000 designs to choose from in the ProStitcher catalog, we can help you find the perfect design for your quilt.

HQ (Handi Quilter) Simply Sixteen Longarm Quilting Machine, Paired with the HQ Little Foot Frame™ System


For smaller quilts and hands-on control, the Simply Sixteen lets you guide each stitch with free-motion precision, making it ideal for personalized quilting on projects up to 42 inches wide.

Schedule an Appointment at the Walton BIL


Amara 20: 4 hour appointment
All Other Machines: 2 hour appointment

Appointments are available at the Walton Branch. Bring your quilt sandwich in three separate pieces, no pinning or basting required. Thread fees and a few simple prep guidelines apply. Visit bcpl.org for details and to schedule an appointment.

Important Reminders:

  • Spray baste is prohibited as it can damage the machine. 
  • Variegated and metallic threads are incompatible with the machine. 
  • HQ Sweet Sixteen Appointments are 2 hours. 
  • HQ Sweet Sixteen has a quilting workspace of 42”
  • HQ Amara 20 Appointments are 4 hours. 
  • HQ Amara 20 has a quilting workspace of 120”

To give it a try, book an appointment with the Boone Innovation Lab. All you need is a BCPL library card in good standing. To sign up for a library card, visit any BCPL location.

Located at the Main Library, Hebron Branch, and Walton Branch, the BIL is a place to create, learn, and preserve memories. For more information or to reserve equipment visit Boone Innovation Lab. Hours vary according to staff availability. Appointments are required.

Equipment varies across locations. Visit bcpl.org/bil to reserve the following for use in the BIL.

Audio/Visual
• green screen
• photo cube light set-up
• media conversion station

Creator Group
• 3D printers xTool
• Cricut
• laser cutter
• poster printer
• sublimation printer
• heat press
• thermal laminator

Crafting/Sewing
• sewing machine
• quilting machine
• embroidery machine
• serger
• button maker

Computers
• Wacom tablet
• Adobe Creative Suite