Moxie 15
15-inch throat · up to 1,800 stitches/minute · 4–18 stitches/inch. A straightforward entry into hand-guided frame quilting, with stitch regulation and simple controls. Choose a Loft or Little Foot package.
HANDI QUILTER · 24-INCH LONGARM QUILTING
More room for the quilting you love.
Build a dedicated quilting space around the Handi Quilter Forte 24. A generous 24-inch throat gives you room to develop flowing designs, while the included 12ft Gallery 2 frame supports your quilt as you guide the machine. From personal projects to a busy quilting studio, this is a setup for quilters ready to make frame quilting a central part of their craft.
Your New Zealand package
- Handi Quilter Forte 24 longarm quilting machine
- 12ft Gallery 2 frame and carriage
- Front handlebars
- Separate bobbin winder
The machine photos show the Forte 24 and its controls; quilts, thread and studio props are not included. Refer to the package above and your final quotation for supplied equipment.
Control that keeps you focused on the quilt
- 24-inch throat: generous space between the needle and machine body.
- 7-inch colour touchscreen: accessible controls for settings and quilting functions.
- Precision and Cruise stitch regulation: supports consistent stitches as you guide the machine.
- Easy-Set Tension: a reference for repeatable thread-tension adjustments.
- Adjustable, programmable front handlebars: position your grip for comfortable hand-guided quilting.
- LED lighting and needle-position laser: help illuminate and locate your stitching.
- M-class bobbin and thread-break alarm: practical features for longer quilting sessions.
Key specifications
- Throat space: 24 inches
- Maximum sewing speed: 2,500 stitches per minute
- Stitch regulation: 4–24 stitches per inch
- Manual quilting mode available
- Frame supplied: 12ft Gallery 2
Throat size is not the usable quilting depth. The quilt roll and frame clearances reduce working space as you progress. Maximum speed is a capability, not a recommended speed for every design.
Plan a workspace you can enjoy
A 12ft frame needs a dedicated room or studio area, plus clearance for loading, moving around the frame and accessing the machine. Measure doorways and the delivery route as well as the room itself. We will confirm the installation layout before your order is finalised; nominal frame length is not the complete working footprint.
Hand-guided now, automation as an option
Stitch regulation helps manage stitch length, but you still steer the machine. For computer-guided designs, explore Pro-Stitcher Premium for compatible Handi Quilter frame machines. The correct Forte installation kit and frame compatibility must be confirmed. Pro-Stitcher, rear-quilting equipment, ruler bases and other optional accessories are additional purchases unless expressly included in your quotation.
Questions before choosing your Forte
Is this a sit-down machine?
No. This package is frame mounted: the quilt is supported and you move the machine. For a stationary machine where you move the quilt by hand, compare the Amara ST sit-down package.
Does the price include computerised quilting?
No. The base package is for hand-guided quilting with stitch regulation. Compatible Pro-Stitcher automation is quoted separately.
What do you need for a delivery quotation?
Send your delivery town or postcode, available room dimensions and any stairs, narrow doorways or access restrictions. Delivery and installation are additional to the GST-inclusive machine price.
Why choose Forte rather than Amara?
Forte offers a larger 24-inch throat compared with Amara 20’s 20-inch throat. Consider your available space and preferred working area, not just the largest machine. Compare the complete frame packages before deciding.
Browse longarm machines, quilting feet, rulers and accessories. Match accessories to your exact machine and frame.
Compare Handi Quilter models, frames & automation
Moxie, Amara or Forte?
Choose by how you want to quilt, the space you have and the controls you will use—not just maximum speed.
Moxie XL
18-inch throat · up to 2,100 stitches/minute · 4–18 stitches/inch. More working space than Moxie 15 and a 4.3-inch touchscreen. Choose this when you want a larger canvas for free-motion designs.
Amara 20
20-inch throat · up to 2,500 stitches/minute · 4–24 stitches/inch. A frame-mounted step up with a 7-inch touchscreen, Easy-Set Tension and adjustable front handlebars for detailed quilting.
Amara ST
20-inch throat · up to 2,500 stitches/minute · 4–24 stitches/inch. The sit-down choice: move the quilt across the table while the machine stays still. It is not a Pro-Stitcher frame-automation package.
Forte 24
24-inch throat with a 12ft Gallery 2 frame. A larger dedicated frame-quilting setup with stitch regulation and a 7-inch touchscreen. Pro-Stitcher is optional.
Throat size is the space within the machine, not the usable quilting depth or maximum quilt size. Quilt rolls and frame clearances reduce the working area. Maximum speed is a capability, not a recommended speed for every design.
Loft, Little Foot or sit-down?
Loft: roll the quilt forward
The quilt is supported on poles while you move the machine. An 8ft frame needs a dedicated area plus room to stand, load the quilt and access the sides. It suits quilters who prefer progressing across a supported quilt.
Little Foot: a compact frame
The approximately 5ft frame saves floor space. Reposition the quilt to reach successive areas; its compact footprint does not mean an entire large quilt fits in the stitching area at once. Plan time for repositioning.
Sit-down: guide the fabric
Amara ST supports the quilt on a table, without a long roller frame. You control the quilt’s movement and need enough surrounding support for its bulk. A different working method—not simply a smaller version of frame quilting.
For Amara 20, see the frame stated in its package listing. Measure your room, doorways and access route; frame length alone is not the full working footprint.
Stitch regulation or Pro-Stitcher?
Stitch regulation helps keep stitches consistent as you guide the machine or quilt. It does not steer a design. Pro-Stitcher adds computer-guided movement to a compatible frame-mounted machine.
- Pro-Stitcher Lite for Moxie 15 and Lite for Moxie XL: choose the installation kit for your exact model.
- Pro-Stitcher Premium: for supported frame-mounted Amara/Forte/Infinity configurations; compatibility is not determined by throat size alone.
- Amara ST is a stationary sit-down machine and is not compatible with these frame-automation packages.
Automation is an additional purchase unless expressly included. You still prepare and load the quilt, select and position designs, manage thread and advance the quilt.
Manufacturer comparison & buying guides
- Handi Quilter machine comparison chart (PDF)
- Longarm quilting buyer’s guide (PDF)
- Computerised quilting buyer’s guide (PDF)
These manufacturer resources cover a wider range and may show different regional packages or earlier models. Refer to the individual Direct Sewing listing and your quotation for the supplied frame, inclusions, New Zealand pricing and installation.