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.
COMPUTERISED QUILTING · HANDI QUILTER
Your design choices. Computer-guided stitching.
Pro-Stitcher Lite for Moxie XL: a dedicated automation upgrade for compatible frame-mounted quilting—not a machine-and-frame bundle.
Turn a digital design into quilting
Pro-Stitcher Lite adds computer-guided quilting to a compatible frame-mounted machine. Position a design, adjust its size and placement, then let the fitted system guide the machine along that path. You still prepare and load the quilt, check thread tension and supervise the stitching.
Lite offers a focused way into computerised quilting on the Moxie range, without replacing the machine you already enjoy using.
What you can do
- Choose from more than 250 included designs or import compatible patterns.
- Resize, rotate and repeat motifs to suit your quilt.
- Define a quilting area and align the design within it.
- Use an 11-inch colour touchscreen to arrange the design at the machine.
- Work with supported .hqf, .txt and .qli pattern files.
Choose the correct machine kit
This package is for the frame-mounted Handi Quilter Moxie XL. The Moxie 15 and Moxie XL use model-specific configurations, so the correct kit must be ordered. Tell us the machine model, serial number, frame model and frame length when enquiring.
Not for Moxie ST or Amara ST sit-down machines. Those stationary packages are not compatible with Pro-Stitcher. If you have a Little Foot frame, confirm the complete setup and intended quilting workflow before ordering.
What the price covers
The price is for the Pro-Stitcher Lite automation package for the specified compatible machine—not a complete quilting machine and frame bundle. The exact supplied controller and fitting components will be confirmed against your machine at quotation stage.
The quilting machine and frame are not included. Delivery and installation are additional. Extra accessories, paid designs and separately licensed software are additional unless expressly itemised.
A realistic quilting workflow
- Prepare the quilt and load it correctly on the frame.
- Select a design, set its scale and check its position.
- Check tension and clearances before stitching.
- Supervise the machine, advancing the quilt and realigning as required.
Computerisation guides the stitching path; it does not load the quilt, correct poor tension or remove the need for supervision. Learning the software and a consistent setup routine remain important.
Common questions
Is this just software?
No. It is a computerised quilting system for a compatible machine, not simply a design download. Correct model-specific hardware and fitting are essential.
Is installation included?
No. All displayed prices include GST, with delivery and installation quoted separately.
Can I use it on a domestic sewing machine?
No. This listing is for the specified compatible Handi Quilter frame-mounted longarm setup.
What should I send with my enquiry?
Send the machine model and serial number, frame details, postcode and whether you are buying it with a new machine or upgrading an existing one.
Learning & support resources
Compare Handi Quilter models, frames & automation
Moxie, Moxie XL or Amara?
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 Lift Table while the machine stays still. It is not a Pro-Stitcher frame-automation package.
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.