The Quilter's Trunk is proud to be Chicagoland's best quilting, sewing and embroidery boutique, featuring Baby Lock, BERNINA, Brother and Janome sewing machines. We have everything from multi-needles to embroidery/sewing combo machines to sewing/quilting machines to sergers. Whether you are a new sewist, a seasoned quilter or an embroidery enterpreneur, TQT has a machine for you! In addition, we carry all major lines of high quality quilting fabrics, including all 365 colors of Kona Cotton as well as an extensive selection of sewing notions.

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Baby Lock is known for consistent quality, user-friendly features and state-of-the-art technology. The brand offers a wide range of products from entry-level machines to fully-computerized quilting and embroidery machines. For over 50 years, Baby Lock has been dedicated to the love of sewing by creating machines for sewing, embroidery, quilting and serging—all with ease-of-use, high quality and a touch of elegance. In addition to easy-to-thread sergers and machines for sewers of any level, Baby Lock enhances the love of sewing with an extensive line of sewing supplies including feet, accessories, software and stabilizers.

Brother sewing and embroidery machines are on the cutting edge of technology. And they are easy to learn and use! Plus, you get access to exclusive Disney embroidery designs.

Brother’s Scan & Cut cutting system will give you endless creative possibilities.

BERNINA has been one of the world's leading sewing and embroidery machine manufacturers for more than 125 years. The Swiss family-owned company's products are synonymous with innovation and precision. Above all, they are known for their durability. Passion, precision and discipline produce top machines and accessories. You have a passion for creating clothing, quilts or textile art. And BERNINA has a passion for creating machines that fulfill the highest quality standards which allow you to put your creative ideas into practice.

Janome is the world’s largest producer of practical home sewing machines. Originally called New Home in the US, Janome has been manufacturing sewing machines since 1860, and Janome America celebrated its 150th anniversary in 2010.

While you are considering a machine, why not take a look at a Sew Steady extension table as well? What a great and affordable way to extend your work area. Tables come in a variety of sizes and are custom cut to your machine.  Just tell us what machine you have (any brand, not just Baby Lock, BERNINA, Brother or Janome) and we will order the table of your dreams for you.

The Scan N Cut DX Innov-is Edition from Brother is the ultimate tool for any maker. Cut fabric, paper, foam, balsa wood, leather and vinyl. The Innov-is Edition machines have features not available on other models - including blade sensor technology, the ability to cut materials up to 0.1”, whisper quiet operation and larger project size compatibility. Plus, the Innov-is Edition machines can interact with your Brother embroidery machine to take your projects farther than you thought possible. The Disney Edition Scan N Cut includes more than 150 exclusive Disney designs. Come in today for a demonstration!

All Koala Studios are beautiful in their design and appearance and are built with the best materials and utmost care, providing a lifetime of enjoyment. They are all custom made right here in Chicago. There are many different size cabinets to fit any sewing room and sewing machine. And don't forget the amazing SewComfort chairs -  the most comfortable sewing or work chair you will sit in!