Embroidery Adventures with Luna
Hello fellow stitch enthusiasts! My journey began with a modest 4″x4″ hoop embroidery machine, and not long after, I was already upgrading to a 5″x7″. Eventually, the allure of grander projects led me to a larger hoop embroidery machine. In my quest for the perfect machine, I compiled a guide to assist fellow embroidery aficionados. If you’re on the hunt for a machine that can handle expansive designs, you’re in luck!
Take a peek at my roundup of the most spacious hoop embroidery machines for domestic crafters—and discover the gem I chose for myself!
Considerations Before Embarking on the Giant Hoop Odyssey
Measure Your Vehicle: My trusty SUV, in dire need of a wash, was just spacious enough to transport my new embroidery companion home—after some careful box measurement confirmations, of course!
Plan for the Heft: I enlisted my strong partner to assist in navigating the bulky new machine through our home’s tight corners—it tipped the scales at nearly 90 pounds!
Assess Your Crafting Space: Ensure your sewing sanctuary can accommodate your new machine. With the largest hoop attached, it demands a generous amount of room to operate seamlessly.
Top Picks for Large Hoop Embroidery Machines
Below is a distilled list of noteworthy single-needle embroidery machines, boasting the grandest hoops by total area. While multi-needle variants are available, they’re not as prevalent amongst home stitchers. Visit your local sewing emporium to find these treasures, and keep an eye out for continual updates as new models emerge.
| Machine Model | Hoop Size | Embroidery Speed (spm) | Built-ins |
|---|---|---|---|
| Janome M17 Professional | 11.3″x18.2″ | 1200 | 850 stitches, 1230 designs |
| Husqvarna Designer Epic 2 | 13 3/4″ x 14 1/4″ | 1000 | WiFi, mySewnet, JoyOS ADVISOR |
| Pfaff Creative Icon 2 | 13.78″ x 14.11″ | 1050 | WiFi, ImageStitch app |
| Brother Innov-is Luminaire XP3 | 10 5/8″ x 16″ | 1050 | 824 stitches, 1332 designs |
| Baby Lock Solaris Vision | 10 5/8″ x 16″ | 1050 | 864 stitches, 865 designs |