Grace Company Cutie Breeze Quilting Frame For Long Arm & Domestic Home Sewing

$799.99
Brand
Grace
Type
Quilting Frame
MPN
GRACQTT0114673
UPC
636343174957
condition
New
Grace Cutie Breeze Tabletop Quilting Frame

The Grace Cutie Breeze Tabletop Quilting Frame is a popular and versatile solution for quilters who want the benefits of a quilting frame without the need for a dedicated, large space. It's designed to transform almost any household sewing machine (domestic, mid-arm, or even some long-arm machines) into a free-motion quilting system.
Here's an expansion of its features, benefits, and considerations:
Key Features:
  • Tabletop Design: The most defining feature is its compact size, allowing it to be set up on any sturdy flat surface, such as a kitchen table, desk, or counter. It does not come with its own legs.
  • Portability and Storage: It's lightweight (around 30 lbs without the machine) and designed for easy assembly, breakdown, and storage. It can be stored in a closet or under a bed, making it ideal for quilters with limited space or those who want to quilt at retreats or classes.
  • Universal Machine Compatibility: The Cutie Breeze is highly adaptable and can accommodate almost any home sewing machine. Its top plate is adjustable to fit machines with up to 19 inches of throat space and machines less than 11.5 inches thick. This means you don't necessarily need to buy a new, specialized machine to use it.
  • "Zone Quilting" Method: This innovative approach allows you to quilt projects of any size, from baby quilts to king-sized quilts. Instead of loading the entire quilt onto the frame at once, you work on "zones" or sections of the quilt at a time, then advance the fabric to quilt the next section.
  • Dual-Track System: Features a SureTrack dual-wheel system for smooth and precise machine movement, enhancing the free-motion quilting experience. Your machine glides effortlessly over the fabric in any direction.
  • Adjustable Handles: The redesigned carriage and handles offer improved comfort and hand placement. They can be swapped between front and back and allow for quilting from either side of the frame. Some models also include a small storage compartment in the handles for tools.
  • Adjustable Height and Depth: The frame's rail height and depth can be easily adjusted to suit your project and comfortable working position.
  • Rubber-Padded Base: The bottom of the frame is rubber padded to prevent scratching on your table or floor surface.
  • Included Accessories: Typically comes with essential components for setup and use, including cable extenders for foot pedals (to ensure they can reach the floor from your table), and clamps to secure your fabric.
  • Durable Construction: Made from metal with additional corner braces and aluminum extrusions for sturdiness and longevity.
  • Affordable Entry Point: The Cutie Breeze offers an accessible way to get into frame quilting at a fraction of the cost of larger, dedicated longarm systems.
Benefits:
  • Space-Saving: Eliminates the need for a dedicated quilting room or a large, permanent frame.
  • Cost-Effective: Utilizes your existing sewing machine, avoiding the expense of a new longarm.
  • Versatility: Allows for free-motion quilting of any size project using the zone-to-zone method.
  • Improved Quilting Experience: Provides better control and ease of movement for free-motion quilting compared to pushing and pulling a large quilt under a domestic machine's harp.
  • Portability: Take your quilting with you to classes, retreats, or even on vacation.
  • Upgradeable: Can be enhanced with optional accessories like stitch regulators (e.g., SureStitch), channel locks, and even computerized quilting systems like QuiltMotion Creative Touch (QCT) for automated quilting.
Considerations:
  • Learning Curve: While easier than traditional domestic machine quilting, using a frame still requires some practice to master free-motion techniques.
  • Table Stability: Ensure the table or surface you use is sturdy enough to support the frame and your machine (total weight around 35 lbs plus your machine's weight).
  • Zoning: While flexible, the zone-to-zone method means you'll be stopping and repositioning your quilt regularly, which might be a different workflow for some quilters.
  • No Built-in Stitch Regulation (Standard): Unlike some advanced longarm machines or the Grace Little Rebel, the Cutie Breeze itself doesn't have built-in stitch regulation. However, it is compatible with external stitch regulators (like Grace's SureStitch).
Overall:
The Grace Cutie Breeze Tabletop Quilting Frame is an excellent choice for quilters seeking a flexible, space-saving, and affordable way to explore or enhance their free-motion quilting skills. Its compatibility with a wide range of sewing machines and its portable design make it a highly practical tool for both beginners and experienced quilters alike.

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