Computerized technology for quilting is now available by Pfaff, a leader in automating hand stitching, such as a tool called Quilting Based Technology or QBOT™ for short. QBOT is an innovative apparatus that works directly on the quilting frame to create intricate designs. It will enhance your creativity with designs hard to create by hand that are built in on a 128 MB SD card, or you can make your own patterns with QBOT. The computerized technology allows you to record and store your exact stitching movements for duplication. Pfaff assures customers that being computer savvy is not a prerequisite for using QBOT.

Lap quilting has been semi-automated by Pfaff as well, which frees your lap for the cat. There are about nine models of quilting machines resembling a standard sewing machine. Each model varies in function, offering unique features to ease and enhance the quilting process. Essentially, quilt hoops and lap frames can be thrown away, given to a museum or stored if you prefer.

Pfaff also improves the quilt frame, or "next generation quilt frame," as they call it. A visit to the website at http://www.pfaffusa.com/8573.html is worthwhile since words are an injustice, it almost looks surgical. This frame handles multiple size projects and has a step-by-step DVD for assembly and use. Quilting is made easy with seamless tracking, smooth carriage motion, and clamps for side tension, quilt advancement, tension control, and high-speed vibration-free control. Carriage features on the frame have adjustable handles to flip the frame for quilting on sides, plus a laser stylus and a lamp. What more could frame quilting need?