Is This Machine Right For You?
Expert insights for the Baby Lock BLRA Radiance Quilting Machine
This machine is great if you:
- Quilt large projects frequently
- Want modern computerized features
- Sew regularly
- Enjoy touchscreen controls
- Want smooth stitch quality
This machine may NOT be ideal if you:
- Only sew occasionally
- Prefer mechanical machines
- Want a simple beginner machine
- Have limited sewing space
- Do not need advanced features
Why Many People Love This Machine
The Radiance combines powerful sewing performance with a wide range of built-in features. Many users enjoy the smooth stitching and control.
Popular Projects for This Machine
"A great choice for experienced sewists who quilt often."
ALLEGRO
RADIANCE
Where innovation meets excellence, the Baby Lock Radiance embroidery, quilting, and sewing machine takes your creativity to the next level. With the largest projection area featuring IQ Live Stitch™ technology, you can project designs and stitches directly onto your fabric. The expansive 11-5/8" x 18-1/4" embroidery hoop, IQ Designer features, and editing capabilities allow for grand, intricate designs, making your creative possibilities endless. Plus, advanced quilting features like StitchSync Regulation™ enable you to master a wide range of free-motion techniques.
The Radiance's top features include:
• IQ Live Stitch™ Projector*
• StitchSync Regulation™
• 11 5/8" x 18 1/4" Embroidery Hoop
• 1858 built-in embroidery designs & 1610 Built-in stitches
• 14.1" to the Right of the Needle
• Picture Play
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Additional Product Details
• Number of USB Type A Ports: 2
• Machine Only Height: 13.78"
• Machine Only Width: 26.42"
• Embroidery Pattern Memory: Yes
• Design Duplication Capability: Yes
• Automatic Appliqué: Yes
• Built-In Designs: 1858
• Number of Needles: 1
• Total Number of USB Ports: 2
• USB Connectivity: Yes
• Embroidery Speed: 1050 spm
• Number of Included Hoops: 4
• Automatic Stippling: 1
• Built-In Fonts: 38
• On-Screen Editing: Yes
• Machine Weight Only: 43 lbs
• Weight with Embroidery Unit: 59 lbs
• Data Input Types: .pes, .phc, .pec, .dst
• Combine Designs: Yes
• Frame Patterns: 140
• Rotation Capability: Yes
• Maximum Embroidery Field Size: 11 5/8" x 18 1/4"
• Multiple Design Selection Capabilities: Yes
DISCOVER THE POWER OF THE RADIANCE
Uncover the Innovative Features
OF THE RADIANCE
STITCHSYNC REGULATION™
With the Stitch Regulator attachment choose between Intermittent, Continuous, or Basting mode for a variety of free‑motion quilting techniques. This attachment has 3 interchangeable soles: quilting, open toe, and echo quilting.
115/8" x 18 1/4" (297mm x 465mm) EMBROIDERY HOOP
This is Baby Lock’s LARGEST hoop yet! Use with the included embroidery table extension for added support for large projects.
LARGEST PROJECTION AREA WITH IQ LIVE STITCH™
While in embroidery mode, select from 16 different projection background colors on fabric choices to see your design clearly in the 8" x 5" (203mm x 127mm) projection area.
14.1" TO THE RIGHT OF THE NEEDLE
An unprecedented 14.1" (358mm) to the right of the needle for an overall workspace of 205 square inches giving you plenty of room to comfortably work on larger projects including full size quilts.
SEWING PLACEMENT WITH PROJECTED GUIDELINES
The Radiance uses a variety of guideline markers and grids for placement. While in sewing mode, switch between 16 different laser colors for better visibility. Choose from a total of three main guideline patterns and six sub-guideline patterns as well as eight guideline angles.
PICTURE PLAY
Import your own picture (up to 6MB) and select from 12 options to convert it to an embroidery design. Recommended for use with the 10" x 10" (254mm x 254mm) embroidery frame.
IQ DESIGNER AND IQ INTUITION POSITIONING
Create your own designs and quilt motifs with ease. Draw directly on the screen, scan in your favorite artwork, upload an existing file using a USB drive, or wirelessly send artwork to your machine from your smart phone using the IQ Intuition Positioning® App. Your art will be instantly converted for embroidery!
EDGE-TO-EDGE QUILTING
Create beautiful edge-to-edge quilting projects using the 15 built-in patterns. Enter a few measurements, select a hoop, specify flip options, and the Radiance sets up your entire quilt. The on-screen instructions and design projections guide you every step of the way for quilts measuring up to 118" x 118" (2,997mm x 2,997mm).
ENHANCED QUILT BORDERS AND SASHING
Create beautiful quilt borders and sashing with unmatched precision using the 35 patterns and two shapes. Enter a few measurements, and the Radiance does the necessary calculations for you. The on-screen instructions guide you every step of the way for quilts measuring up to 118" x 118" (2,997mm x 2,997mm).
BUTTONHOLE PREVIEW
Using the IQ Live Stitch Projector, preview the style, vertical or horizontal placement, and spacing of your buttonhole.
LARGE-CONNECT EMBROIDERY PATTERNS
Embroider large, stunning patterns in three connecting segments using the camera to precisely align each segment.
FILL COUCHING ALPHABET
Stitch dimensional couched letters, characters and designs.
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