Q21XE

Q’nique 21X Elite Longarm Quilting Machine, Grace Company

Specifications

Bobbin LoadFront Load
Computerized MachineYes
Includes CoverNone
Machine Size15.5″ x 20.25″ x 32.4″
Needle ThreaderNo
Number of Stitches1
Stitch CountUnder 50
Stitches Per Minute2600
Thread Tension ControlManual
Work Space21″ x 10.5″

Q’nique 21X Elite Longarm Quilting Machine, Grace Company Details

Experience what it’s like to quilt on the most advanced longarm quilting machine on the market with Grace Company’s Q’nique 21X Elite. The 21X Elite Longarm Quilting Machine comes packed with tons of advanced features like a large 7″ full-color touchscreen display, 21″ of throat space, an ergonomic design, adjustable handles, four quick-access buttons, and much more. This straight stitch machine can handle up to 2600 stitches, has a built-in stitch regulator, re-positionable hopping foot, a bobbin estimator, and an automatic bobbin winder. You will be amazed by the 21X’s impressive reach, intuitive time-saving technology, and professional features. Pair your Q’nique 21X Elite with one of Grace’s Continuum Frames for a complete quilting experience (frames sold separately).

FULL-COLOR 7″ TOUCHSCREEN

On the 21X, you get Grace’s biggest screen yet! At a full 7″, you will easily be able to navigate through all the features your machine has to offer. You can adjust the brightness of your screen, mute certain alarms, and even find what version of firmware and when it was last updated. This full-color display also includes on-screen help guides and instructions like how to thread the machine.

EXTENDABLE ERGONOMIC HANDLES

The soft, ergonomic handles are designed to follow the contours and curves of your hand, relieving stress in your hands and wrists so you can quilt comfortably. Both handles of the Q’nique 21X Elite can be adjusted by rotating them or extending them. With this level of adjustability, you can quilt for longer without any aches and pains.

4 QUICK-ACCESS BUTTONS

The 21X has simplified the handlebar controls by reducing them to just two buttons on each handle. You can increase the number, size, or speed of the stitching with the up arrow and decrease the number, size, or speed of the stitching with the down arrow. The “play” button will start/stop the machine, and the stitch button can create a single stitch or toggle the needle between the up and down position.

REPOSITIONABLE HOPPING FOOT

The hopping foot on the 21X was designed with optimum visibility in mind. Depending on preference and what you are quilting, you can easily switch the foot to the left, right, or back of the needle. You can also adjust the height of your foot. When quilting with thick fabric or batting layers, the hopping foot may press down on the quilt too tightly and begin to drag. Alternatively, having the hopping foot too high can result in skipped stitches.

21″ THROAT SPACE

Stop struggling to quilt those queen and king-size quilts on a domestic machine and instead upgrade to a machine that tackles large projects with ease. With a full 21″ of throat space, you can expect to complete large sections of your quilt quicker than before, and best of all, you won’t have your fabric getting bunched up under the throat. Quilts with big blocks tend to make a more significant visual impact, which is now easier than ever with Grace’s 21X Elite!

LARGE CLASS M BOBBINS

The Q’nique 21X comes standard with M Class bobbins that are larger and hold more thread than standard bobbins. This allows you to quilt for more extended periods before changing or refilling your bobbin. When you need to exchange your bobbin, swapping them out is super easy on this front-loading machine.

BUILT-IN AUTOMATIC BOBBIN WINDER

Unlike other long and midarm machines, the 21X Elite has a built-in bobbin winder to quickly wind your large M Style bobbins. The machine’s bobbin cam is set so the bobbin will wind completely before the winder shuts off. For best results when winding a bobbin, Grace recommends 50 weight polyester thread on a cone.

MAGNIFYING GLASS ATTACHMENT

The 21X includes a 3-piece magnifying glass set that sits right above the needle so you can easily thread your machine and see your stitches. This 3-piece set consists of a 2x, 3.5x, and 5x magnifying glass. To install the lens, select the one you want to use, slide it into place in the right angle mount, secure it in place, and then magnets will hold it in position.

2600 STITCHES PER MINUTE

The powerful motor in the 21X produces up to 2600 stitches per minute. This powerful motor, combined with the built-in stitch regulator, allows you to create beautiful, consistent stitches. You can also slow the machine down to sew at 130 stitches per minute. This broad range of speed is perfect for the four different stitch modes on the machine: cruise, precise, baste, and manual.

BUILT-IN STITCH REGULATOR & COUNTER

The Q’nique 21X Elite comes equipped with a built-in stitch regulator. The motion of the machine is monitored via the high-resolution encoders. This intelligent feature tells the motor how fast or slow to stitch. Moving the machine too quickly while quilting can reduce the quality of the stitch regulation. If the machine is moved too quickly, an alarm will sound, a red LED light will shine on the needle area, and the “start stitching” button on the display will turn red. Slow the movement of the machine to turn off the alarm, light, and display alert. Both the alarm and the display alert can be deactivated in the settings menu.

EDGE WARNING

The edge warning alert system helps you stay within a “safe area” of your quilt by notifying you when you approach the edge of a set boundary. This will help prevent the machine from hitting the rails of the frame, but you can also set boundaries around a particular block or section of the quilt. Please note the Edge Warning is automatically deactivated in baste mode, so the alarm will not bother you while tacking down your quilt.

CONTINUUM II QUILTING FRAME

The optional Continuum Quilting Frame was designed by the Grace Company to integrate seamlessly with the Q’nique 21X Elite. With steel and cast-alloy components, the frame is one of the sturdiest and longest–lasting structures ever designed. The Continuum Quilting Frame features a SureTrack dual-wheel system, channel locks, leveling feet, and adjustable legs. It is a no–baste frame designed to make your quilting projects more convenient and more beautiful. The frame is available in standard 8′, 10′, or 12′ packages with the machine.

Height–adjustable legs let you work at the level that is most comfortable to you.

Conveniently roll all the layers of your quilt with the take–up rail hand–wheel. This advances the fabric to the next section of your project for quilting.

Adjust the depth of your work area to match your quilting frame. Get closer when working on short–arm quilting machine, or expand your space for larger patterns with a long–arm.

Conveniently lock your machine motion into either back and forth, or side to side motion. Perfect for straight lines.

Complete Quilting Machine / Frame Packages

Purchase the Q’nique 21X Elite by itself or pair it with a frame for a complete, in-home quilting system!
Price per package will vary, select your package from the dropdown menu above.

8 FOOT CONTINUUM II FRAME

10 FOOT CONTINUUM II FRAME

12 FOOT CONTINUUM II FRAME

QUILTER’S CREATIVE TOUCH SOFTWARE (SOLD SEPARATELY)

The Q’nique 21X Elite can also be paired with Quilter’s Creative Touch Design and Quilting Software. This top-of-the-line quilting system is fully automated, allowing you to create, design, and quilt your own unique patterns. Design a quilting pattern and watch as your 21X Elite stitches it out automatically. Design entire quilt layouts and start quilting with the touch of a button. Simply set it up and watch as your longarm quilts for you then roll your quilt to the next section and begin again. (Software sold separately.)

Let QCT take control and you’ll get the perfect pattern, stitched exactly the way you envisioned it every time!

MANUFACTURER’S WARRANTY

1 Year limited warranty on the front handles/buttons, LCD, Encoders, Laser, Stitch Regulator, Cables, Power Supply, Motor, Wiring, and Electronics.
2 Years on non-moving, non-electrical, mechanical parts.
5 Years on the cast metal body