Handi Quilter Paddles

The Handi Quilter Paddles are a practical hand tool designed for quilters who use a stationary sit-down or mid-arm quilting machine and want better control over their quilt sandwich during free-motion quilting. By placing one paddle on each side of the needle, you can guide fabric smoothly and confidently without shifting layers or straining your hands.

Key Features

• Non-slip base material grips the quilt sandwich and keeps all layers moving together without shifting.
• Designed for use with stationary quilting machines to support free-motion quilting at the needle.
• Two control knobs provide a comfortable, ergonomic grip for extended quilting sessions.
• Light downward pressure is all that is needed to engage the non-slip surface and guide the fabric.
• Used as a pair, with one paddle placed on each side of the machine needle for balanced control.
• Lint and thread buildup can be easily removed with sticky tape to maintain the non-slip properties of the base.

Specifications

The Handi Quilter Paddles are an ideal tool for quilters at any skill level who want smoother, more controlled free-motion quilting at their stationary machine without fighting shifting fabric layers. Handi Quilter backs this machine with a 10-year casting warranty, 5-year mechanical warranty, and 5-year electrical warranty, plus free parts and labor for the first 90 days. OSP Machines is an authorized Handi Quilter dealer and provides free support for the life of your machine.

Compatible Machines

• Handi Quilter Amara 16
• Handi Quilter Capri 18
• Handi Quilter Forte 18
• Handi Quilter Simply Sixteen
• Handi Quilter Fusion 17
• Handi Quilter Infinity 24
• Other stationary and sit-down quilting machines with open-bed access at the needle

Frequently Asked Questions

What machines are the Handi Quilter Paddles compatible with?

The Handi Quilter Paddles are designed for use with stationary and sit-down quilting machines that provide open-bed access at the needle, including Handi Quilter models such as the Simply Sixteen, Amara 16, Capri 18, Forte 18, Fusion 17, and Infinity 24. They may also work with other brands of stationary quilting machines with a similar open-throat design.

How do I use the Handi Quilter Paddles?

Place one paddle on each side of the machine needle so that the non-slip base rests on top of your quilt sandwich. Apply light downward pressure and use the control knobs to guide your quilt through the machine. The non-slip surface keeps all layers of the quilt moving together without shifting.

How do I clean and maintain the paddles?

To keep the non-slip base working effectively, use sticky tape or a lint roller to gently remove lint, thread, and stray fibers from the base fabric. Avoid washing the paddles, as this can affect the non-slip properties of the material.

How many paddles come in the set?

The Handi Quilter Paddles are sold as a set of two, which is exactly what you need to place one on each side of the needle for balanced control during free-motion quilting.

What warranty comes with the Handi Quilter Paddles, and does OSP Machines provide support?

Handi Quilter backs this product with a 10-year casting warranty, 5-year mechanical warranty, and 5-year electrical warranty, plus free parts and labor for the first 90 days. OSP Machines is an authorized Handi Quilter dealer and provides free support for the life of your machine — so you can reach out to us anytime you have questions.