Baby Lock Ballad Quilting and Sewing Machine
Baby Lock Ballad Quilting and Sewing Machine
Baby Lock Ballad Quilting and Sewing Machine
Baby Lock Ballad Quilting and Sewing Machine
Baby Lock Ballad Quilting and Sewing Machine
Baby Lock Ballad Quilting and Sewing Machine
Baby Lock Ballad Quilting and Sewing Machine
Baby Lock Ballad Quilting and Sewing Machine
Baby Lock Ballad Quilting and Sewing Machine
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Baby Lock Ballad Quilting and Sewing Machine + Free Build Your Own Bundle

$4,749.05
Regular price $4,999.00 Sale price $4,749.05
  • CraftSewing
  • TypeSewing Machines
  • TaskEveryday Sewing & Mending | Garment Making | Quilting
  • Skill LevelAdvanced

The Baby Lock Ballad is a quilting and sewing machine built to handle thick, difficult fabrics with ease, featuring 11.25" of creative space to the right of the needle and a Compact Digital Dual-Feed System with 7.0mm clearance for multiple layers or high-loft fabrics. With 771 built-in stitches, a 7" LCD color touch screen, NeverMiss™ Automatic Needle Threader, and a multi-function foot control with programmable heel-tap and side-pedal functions, it delivers both precision and convenience. Enhanced stadium lighting illuminates 10 inches around the needle, and a quick-set drop-in bobbin keeps setup fast. This is a factory-serviced open-box model, inspected and restored to original factory specifications.

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Shipping

Ships USPS, UPS or FedEx Ground. Orders placed before 5pm CT can often ship the same day; all other orders ship the next business day.

30-day money-back guarantee. Unopened returns are refunded in full. Opened items carry a 20% restocking fee and must come back with the original carton, packing and all accessories. Return shipping is not refundable.

Warranty and service

We handle warranty and post-warranty repairs at all three stores, using OEM parts and brand service standards so your coverage stays intact.

We service all makes and models, including machines bought elsewhere. This machine's warranty length is listed under Specifications.

Financing

Two options. Synchrony — apply online; a credit score of 650 or above is recommended. Click Lease — accepts all credit scores, applied by phone.

Call 1-800-898-0893 to talk through terms.

Overview

The Baby Lock Ballad quilting and sewing machine is packed with features for a hassle-free quilting experience. Want to tackle thicker quilts? Ballad makes short work of even the thickest, most difficult fabric out there. It provides superb fabric control and makes every stitch a thing of beauty. The sewing and quilting machine goes beyond standard convenience features! Powered by IQ Technology, Ballad makes for a hassle-free quilting experience. Tackle even the thickest fabrics effortlessly with features including a never-miss automatic needle threader, 771 built-in stitches, and an 11.25" large creative space.
Highlights
  • NeverMiss Automatic Needle Threader
  • 771 Built-In Stitches
  • Multi-Function Foot Control
  • 11.25 inches of workspace
  • Compact Digital Dual-Feed System
  • Comfortably quilt with the Ballad’s large throat space.
  • Illuminate your fabric with 10 inches around the needle.
All features

COMPACT DIGITAL DUAL-FEED SYSTEM

With the new Compact Digital Dual-Feed System you will have 7.0 mm clearance for stitching on multiple layers or high loft fabrics. A total of 36 utility and decorative stitches can now be used with this foot.

771 BUILT-IN STITCHES

With 771 built-in stitches, you’ll have many creative options. From numerous utility stitches to decorative ones, you’ll find something for every project.

NEVERMISS™ AUTOMATIC NEEDLE THREADER

The NeverMiss Automatic Needle Threader does exactly what it promises. It’s never been this fast or easy - the Ballad threads your needle with little more than the push of a button.

LARGE THROAT SPACE

Comfortably quilt with the Ballad’s large throat space. 11.25 to the right of the needle leaves room for thick projects and bigger quilts.

TWO-THREAD SPOOL STAND

Easily attach this stand to the top of your machine to add two additional spools or large cones of thread to make switching thread colors quicker and easier.

MULTI-FUNCTION FOOT CONTROL

Start and stop your sewing with the main foot control and perform two convenient functions with the heel tap feature and side pedal. You can program functions for this accessory through your machine.

LCD COLOR TOUCH SCREEN

Clearly see the details of every stitch. This large color LCD touch screen measures 7" diagonally and shows up to 260,000 colors.

PUSH BUTTON FEATURES

Convenient push button features give you more freedom to focus on your project. Raise and lower the needle or presser foot, cut threads, reinforce stitches and thread your needle with the push of a button.

BABY LOCK IQ TECHNOLOGY™

Baby Lock IQ Technology is what makes Baby Lock machines so smart and efficient. IQ Technology works with the 'brain' of your machine to help achieve exactly what you desire.

INCLUDED ACCESSORIES

The Ballad comes with 13 feet and lots of other great accessories to help you create. For a full list, refer to the machine manual.

ENHANCED STADIUM LIGHTING

Illuminate your fabric with 10 inches around the needle. You'll see every detail of your project. Plus, the bright LED lights last longer so you won’t worry about changing light bulbs.

QUICK-SET, DROP-IN BOBBIN

With a drop-in bobbin, getting ready to sew is easy. When you need a new bobbin, simply drop it in and go. Your machine will put the thread right where you need it.

What's in the box
  • Touch pen (stylus)
  • Compact Digital Dual-Feed System
  • 1/4″ Quilting foot with a guide
  • Buttonhole Foot
  • Overcasting Foot
  • Monogramming Foot
  • Blind stitch Foot
  • Button fitting Foot
  • Free-motion quilting Foot
  • Free-motion open toe quilting Foot
  • Free-motion echo quilting Foot
  • Straight stitch Foot
  • Multi-Function Foot Control Foot
  • 2-thread spool stand
  • Specialty bobbin case for bobbin work
  • Cord guide bobbin cover
  • Straight stitch needle plate
  • Softcover for the machine
  • 60-Day Trial of Online Sewing Classes
Everything that fits, by category.

Works with your machine

Everything confirmed to fit your Baby Lock Ballad Quilting and Sewing Machine + Free Build Your Own Bundle. Products marked Allowance come out of your $0.00.

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                                                              Sewing alongside you since 1971

                                                              Family owned, and still in the shop every day — sewing, teaching, and servicing the machines we sell.

                                                              Specifications

                                                              At a Glance

                                                              Type Sewing Machines
                                                              Craft Sewing
                                                              Task Everyday Sewing & Mending | Garment Making | Quilting
                                                              Skill Level Advanced

                                                              Size & Workspace

                                                              Throat Space 11-13 in in
                                                              Throat Space (in) 11.25 in
                                                              Free Arm Capability Yes
                                                              Machine Width (in) 22.5
                                                              Machine Height (in) 13.06
                                                              Unit Weight (lb) 33.7

                                                              Sewing & Stitching

                                                              Maximum Sewing Speed (spm) 1050
                                                              Speed Adjustment Yes
                                                              Maximum Stitch Width (mm) 7
                                                              Maximum Stitch Length (mm) 5
                                                              One-Step Buttonhole Styles 14
                                                              Needle Count Single Needle
                                                              Needle Count (Number) 1
                                                              Needle Positions Variable
                                                              Needle Stop Position Up/Down Yes
                                                              Feeding System Type Compact Digital Dual-Feed System
                                                              Retractable Feed Dogs Yes
                                                              Knee Lift Yes
                                                              Multi-Directional Sewing Yes
                                                              Reinforcement/Reverse Stitches Yes

                                                              Built-In Stitches & Designs

                                                              Built-In Sewing Stitches 771
                                                              Built-In Utility Stitches 152
                                                              Built-In Combined Utility Stitches 63
                                                              Built-In Decorative Stitches 442
                                                              Built-In Satin Stitches 20
                                                              Built-In Cross Stitches 17
                                                              Built-In Fonts 5

                                                              Embroidery

                                                              Mirror Image Capability Yes

                                                              Threading & Bobbin

                                                              Needle Threading System Automatic
                                                              Bobbin Loading Type Quick-Set Top Loading
                                                              Quick-Set Bobbin Yes
                                                              Bobbin Size Class 15
                                                              Bobbin Winding Independent Bobbin Winder
                                                              Tension System Automatic
                                                              Thread Tension Auto
                                                              Thread Cutter Type Automatic

                                                              Screen & Controls

                                                              Touch Screen Yes
                                                              Color Screen Yes
                                                              LCD Display Size 7" diagonal
                                                              Start/Stop Button Yes
                                                              Built-In Languages Yes

                                                              Lighting & Alerts

                                                              Lighting LED, 10" illumination around the needle

                                                              Connectivity & Files

                                                              Number of USB Ports 2
                                                              USB Type-A Ports 1
                                                              USB Type-B Ports 1
                                                              Key Features
                                                              Automatic Needle ThreaderAutomatic Thread CutterDual Feed / Built-In Walking FootKnee LiftLarge Color TouchscreenUSB / Design Import