Elna Xquisit Functions

Machine Features Fully automated threading Fully automated bobbin winding Extra large embroidery area (13.5 x 23.5 cm 5 3/ 8 x 9 1/ 4 ) Full-color LCD screen On-screen instruction manual Personalized settings Adjustable sewing speed up to 850 spm Multiple languages Automatic thread tension Automatic thread cutter Dual lights Extra presser foot lift Serial port for direct PC hookup Extensive selection of standard accessories 3 accessory storage areas Embroidery Cards (optional) Xpressive software (optional) Embroidery Features Wide array of built-in designs, including exclusive Swiss designs 6 alphabets 5 range from 7 mm to 60 mm Rotate mirror image, change size and spacing Easy embroidery editing 32 permanent memories Temporary embroidery memory restarts where left off Power failure function for embroidery 3 hoops included Multiple hooping Continuous hoop (optional) Tr a d i t i o n a l S e w i n g F e a t u r e s 325+ stitches, including 12 buttonholes Choice Heirloom and Quilt stitches Directional feed patterns 5 alphabets, 7 mm 25 mm Elongation, 2 color, size, mirror image, face to face, cascade Easy editing 20 permanent memories Strong needle penetration on all fabrics Free arm Adjustable foot pressure Fine tuning Knee lifter
Top accessory storage for quick access to presser feet and foot holder.
A two-part, wheeled storage bag for transporting and storing the Xquisit and its components.

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Elnas superior reputation was established in 1940 with the production of its first sewing machine. Ever since, Elna has continued to be a leading brand of home sewing and related equipment especially designed with the innovative sewer in mind. Thousands of professionals worldwide provide expert service. Millions of people have chosen Elna for its quality, performance and reliability.

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The Xquisit Experience
Youll always achieve exquisite results with the new Xquisit computerized embroidery / sewing machine by Elna. Elna has carefully chosen a stitch package for the Xquisit which provides a superior selection for any type of sewing utility, heirloom, quilt, decorative, embroidery. Features of special interest include: fully automated threading, from thread spool through needle eye fully automated bobbin winding for embroidery full-color LCD screen with Sewing Instruction screens, Machine Usage screens, Troubleshooting screens extra large single hoop area 13.5 x 23.5 cm (5 3/ 8 x 9 1/ 4 ) extensive memory capacity sewing speed up to 850 spm direct PC hookup power failure function for embroidery carrying / storage system on wheels The Xquisit caters to your personal sewing style.
Bobbin thread runs out while embroidering? The Xquisit automatically winds the bobbin and starts sewing again exactly where it stopped.
Find threading to be a chore? Simply touch a key and the machine is threaded from spool to needle.
Questions? Access on-screen manual.
Save design in one of the permanent memories.

Change thread tension, stitch length, stitch width / needle position.
Begin automatic threading process.
Wind bobbin for embroidery.
Temporarily save embroidery sewing.
Find instructions for techniques and common uses for stitches in the on-screen manual.
Use the Temporary Embroidery Memory function to restart embroidery sewing at the same position where machine was turned off.
The Machine Usage screens provide information on machine functions and troubleshooting tips.
To create special effects right on the LCD screen, use the Mirror Image key. Intricate borders are easily made, enhancing and adding detail to your fashions.
Plan your thread color changes before sewing begins. Preview the changes or parts in a single design and arrange your threads accordingly.
Expert embroidery emerges
The Exquisits large 13.5 x 23.5 cm (5 3/ 8 x 9 1/ 4 ) design area allows you to compose extraordinary embroidery designs within a single hooping. Select multiple hoop to expand the design area to 25 x 45 cm (9 7/ 8 x 17 3/ 4 ) for even larger creations. The built-in designs include exclusive Swiss subjects and other motifs all especially chosen for the Xquisit, including butterflies, borders, floral, childrens and sports, among others. Six distinct alphabet styles, five of which range from 7 to 60 mm, complete the package. The full-color LCD screen allows you to align and manipulate your creations. Rotate, mirror image, change size, change spacing between letters, all with just a touch on the screen. See a true overview in full color before sewing. Editing requires no effort. Simply move the cursor within the sequence and delete or insert as desired. Or change the sewing sequence. Have you created something special youll want to use again? Save it to one of the Xquisits 32 expansive memories. Xquisit embroidery will surely exceed your expectations.
The full-color LCD screen presents a final layout of your creation. It shows the number of color changes, embroidery sewing time and design dimensions.
For added interest, rotate the angle up to 359 and alter the size between 90 % a n d %. T h e X q u i s i t o f f e r s m a n y w a y s t o e x t e n s i v e l y i n d i v i d u a l i z e y o u r embroidery.
Extraordinary heirloom and quilting stitches
The Xquisit name embodies the imagery of unsurpassed elegance. The Daisy, Ladder, Square, Rhodes, Turkish, Point de Paris (pinstitch) and Venetian (entredeux) hemstitches, once created only by hand, recapture an era of grace and refinement. Pintucks, lace attachment and fagoting (bridging) are redefined. Your creations will become cherished treasures for future generations. Dedicated quilters will extol the features of the Elna Xquisit. No matter what type of quilting you like to do, the Xquisit offers some of the most sought-after quilting stitches, including a perfect 1/4 straight stitch, a sculpture stitch, two stippling stitches and three versions of buttonhole (blanket) applique. Standard with the Xquisit are a walking foot and quilt guide. Use the angle lines on the needle plate to sew small angled pieces and the knee lifter for precise control when pivoting. The Xquisits heirloom and quilt capabilities exemplify the ultimate.

Dual lamps illuminate the sewing area and eliminate shadows.
Use the knee lifter for precision handfree pivoting.
Select a charming floral for a delightful accent.
Drawn work adds a special touch to beautiful table linens.
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Xquisit hemstitches are the definition of elegance.
Stippling and buttonhole applique abound.
Trims and borders are easy to compose when there is such a wide selection of appealing stitches.
Combine and manipulate alphabets and designs.
Sew designs exceeding 7 mm with directional feed.

Exhilarating Performance

Youll find a utility stitch for every fabric and project topstitching, basting, blind hems, stretch seams, bartacks and 12 unrivaled buttonholes. The directional feed capability is both functional and decorative. Attach emblems, patches, crests, etc. with the straight or zigzag directional feed. The many built-in patterns exceeding 7 mm also use directional feed, providing even more exquisite opportunities. Go a step further and select decorative stitches (up to 120 can be combined) and manipulate them to your liking. Mirror Image and Face to Face flip the stitch. For a special effect, choose 2 Color or Cascade. Elongation and Size functions provide a different dimension to a stitch. Five distinct alphabets ranging from 7 mm to 25 mm, including numbers, uppercase, lowercase and diacritical letters are easily edited right on the screen. Once a design sequence is complete, you have the option to save to 1 of 20 permanent memories. The Xquisit excels at meeting the discriminating sewers demands.
Directional feed allows patches, pockets, etc. to be easily sewn onto sleeves and pant legs, for example.
Alphabets range from 7 mm to 25 mm, up to 60 mm in embroidery.
Select a buttonhole that complements your garment.

Expand and explore

Have you explored the many facets of the Xquisit built-in designs? The most expedient way to expand the Xquisits capabilities is with an Elna embroidery card. Carefully chosen designs have been expertly digitized providing first-rate results every time. Create and digitize your own designs with Elnas Xpressive software. Use clip art or scanned images. Access the pre-loaded designs or designs downloaded from the internet. Select some of the many designs available on floppy disks. Convert designs from other formats. Just getting started? The Autodigitizer Wizard and Cross-Stitch Wizard are your keys to simple, direct digitizing. Are you ready for more? Try these features: TrueType fonts with fill stitches AND satin stitches lettering arc, realign, resize, envelope, move individual letters automatic appliques autotrace simply point and click programmed fills and runs recalculate stitch count when resizing 3-D stitch image for a realistic preview Design completed? Connect your computer to the Xquisit to transfer the design or send the design to a Smart Media card. Examine all options.

Start with a majestic sailing ship, an Xquisit built-in design.
In your Xpressive software, lay out your text. Open the Properties window to assign the lettering characteristics.
Look how simple it is to use the CrossStitch Wizard.

Select an image.

Set image and cross-stitch size. Determine number of colors, edit image and change background color.
Computer and sewing machine in different locations ? Save your design to a SmartMedia card.