Baby Lock Flare
Baby Lock Flare
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Baby Lock
Baby Lock
Flare
Bring your custom embroidery projects to life with seamless precision and modern wireless connectivity on the Baby Lock Flare dedicated embroidery machine! Perfectly suited for embroidery enthusiasts, monogrammers, and quilt embellishers, the Flare features an expansive 6-1/4" x 10-1/4" embroidery field and a high-speed 850 stitches per minute motor. Navigated via a clear 4.85" x 2.5" color LCD touchscreen, this machine comes pre-loaded with 293 built-in embroidery designs, 140 frame pattern combinations, and 14 built-in embroidery fonts. Complete with wireless Wi-Fi file transfer via Design Database Transfer, an Advanced Needle Threader, Automatic Jump Stitch Cutting, and Thread Color Sorting, the Baby Lock Flare makes personalizing every garment and home decor piece effortless.
Wirelessly transfer embroidery files directly from your computer via Wi-Fi or USB and receive automatic software update notifications.
Threads your needle effortlessly in a few simple motions — so quick and easy you can operate it with just one hand.
Large stitching field allows you to embroider oversized motifs and continuous layouts with significantly less re-hooping.
Personalize projects with 14 built-in lettering fonts featuring single-letter editing, multi-line alignment, and custom spacing.
Automatic Jump Stitch Cutting
Automatic Jump Stitch Trimming for Clean Results
Eliminate tedious manual thread trimming between color segments. The Flare automatically cuts connecting jump threads in the middle of individual color blocks, preventing threads from traveling across your hoop for clean, professional embroidery results.
Advanced One-Handed Needle Threader
Advanced One-Handed Needle Threader
Thread your needle in seconds without eye strain. Featuring Baby Lock's intuitive lever mechanism, the Advanced Needle Threader guides thread through the needle eye effortlessly using a simple one-handed motion.
Design Database Transfer Management
Design Database Transfer Management
Managing your embroidery designs has never been easier! Download Design Database Transfer, a completely free embroidery design management tool, to easily view all of your embroidery designs and transfer files wirelessly to your Baby Lock Flare over Wi-Fi. Easily move .pes, .phc, .phx, and .dst files, organize your design library, search patterns by name or stitch count, and review estimated sewing times.
Push-Button Operational Control Panel
Centralized Push-Button Operational Control Panel
Manage primary embroidery setup commands cleanly right at the front machine panel. Access dedicated buttons to position the needle up or down, execute automatic thread cutting, electronically lift or lower the presser foot, and Start/Stop stitching.
On-Screen Embroidery Design Editing
Full-Color On-Screen Embroidery Design Editing
Customize designs directly on screen with real-time visual updates. Move, combine, mirror image, and rotate patterns (1°, 10°, and 90° increments), resize layouts from 80% to 120%, and edit individual letters within built-in fonts.
Vibrant Color LCD Touchscreen
Vibrant Color LCD Touchscreen Display
Monitor embroidery details on a 4.85" x 2.5" touchscreen. Display estimated embroidery run times, total stitch counts, thread color guides, 300 color names, on-screen hoop recommendations, and low bobbin thread warnings.
Automated Thread Color Sorting
Automated Thread Color Sorting Feature
Streamline multi-design hooping projects with automated color sorting. When embroidering repeated patterns in a single hooping, activating Color Sort re-sequences the stitch order to group identical colors together, minimizing manual thread swaps.
6-1/4" x 10-1/4" Embroidery Field & 850 SPM
Generous 6-1/4" x 10-1/4" Embroidery Field & 850 SPM Speed
Stitch large jacket backs, quilt blocks, and home decor motifs effortlessly. The spacious 6-1/4" x 10-1/4" (160mm x 260mm) embroidery area accommodates designs up to 200,000 stitches at speeds reaching 850 stitches per minute.
Quick-Set Top-Loading Drop-In Bobbin
Quick-Set Top-Loading Drop-In Bobbin
Reload Class 15 bobbins easily without pulling up thread tails. Supported by an upper and lower thread sensor and a low-bobbin warning system, simply drop the bobbin in, route thread through the channel slot, and begin stitching immediately.
293 Built-In Embroidery Designs
293 Built-In Embroidery Designs Library
Access an expansive pre-installed library of 293 built-in embroidery designs. Spanning categories such as celebration, delicate, floral, timeless, explore, novelty, home accents, and children's themes, inspiration is always ready at your fingertips.
Wi-Fi & Software Updates
Built-In Wi-Fi Connectivity & Software Updates
By using Design Database Transfer, you can easily send your embroidery designs from your computer to the Flare using Wi-Fi or USB. Also, when the WLAN connection is enabled, you will receive notifications when new updates are available for your Baby Lock Flare embroidery machine, keeping your equipment up to date effortlessly.
Key Features
- 293 Built-In Embroidery Designs: Spanning florals, holiday themes, children's motifs, and home accents.
- 140 Frame Pattern Combinations: Combine 10 frame shapes with 14 border stitch styles.
- 14 Built-In Editable Embroidery Fonts: Spanning block, script, multi-line text, and character table functions.
- Spacious 6-1/4" x 10-1/4" Maximum Field: Large hoop area accommodates designs up to 200,000 stitches per layout.
- High-Speed 850 SPM Operation: Efficient embroidery speed with 9-point trial checkpoint placement.
- Wireless Wi-Fi & USB Connectivity: Wirelessly transfer files (.pes, .phc, .phx, .dst) via free Design Database Transfer.
- Advanced One-Handed Needle Threader: Lever-actuated threader guides thread through needle eyes effortlessly.
- Automatic Jump Stitch Cutting: Automatically trims jump threads between color segments to prevent thread drag.
- Automated Thread Color Sort: Re-sequences multi-pattern hoopings to minimize manual thread changes.
- 4.85" x 2.5" Color LCD Touchscreen: High-contrast digital screen displays run time, stitch count, and color guides.
- Smart Sensor Suite: Upper/lower thread break sensors, automatic thread tension control, and hoop size recommendations.
- Quick-Set Drop-In Bobbin: Easy bobbin loading system backed by lower bobbin thread sensors.
- 1MB Internal Memory Storage: Store custom embroidery layouts directly on the machine.
Included Accessories
- Included Embroidery Hoop Collection (2 Hoops): 6-1/4" x 10-1/4" (160mm x 260mm) Embroidery Hoop, 5" x 7" (130mm x 180mm) Embroidery Hoop.
- Specialized Embroidery Hardware: Embroidery Presser Foot, Bobbin Center Pin, Alternate Bobbin Case, Standard Bobbin Case.
- Thread Support & Spool Hardware: Embroidery Bobbin Thread, Spool Caps (Small, Medium, Large), Thread Net.
- Maintenance Tools & Storage: Seam Ripper, Scissors, Cleaning Brush, Screwdrivers Set, Needles Pack, Class 15 Bobbins, Protective Soft Cover.
- Documentation & Guides: Instruction Guides, Quick Reference Guide.
Baby Lock
Baby Lock Flare — Full Details
| General Specifications | |
| Machine Type | Dedicated Computerized Embroidery Machine |
| Machine Weight | 20 lbs (Machine Only) / 27 lbs (With Embroidery Arm Attached) |
| Maximum Embroidery Area | 6.25" x 10.25" (160mm x 260mm) |
| Maximum Embroidery Speed | 850 Stitches Per Minute (SPM) |
| Display & Navigation | 4.85" x 2.5" Color LCD Touchscreen Display |
| Wireless Connectivity | Wi-Fi Enabled (Design Database Transfer Software) / 1 x USB Type A Port |
| File Compatibility | Reads .pes, .phc, .phx, and .dst Embroidery Formats (1MB Internal Memory) |
| Embroidery Specifications | |
| Built-In Embroidery Library | 293 Designs, 140 Frame Combinations, 14 Editable Lettering Fonts |
| Embroidery Automation | Automatic Jump Stitch Cutting, Thread Color Sort, 9-Point Trial Layout Checkpoint |
| On-Screen Design Editing | Resizing (80%–120%), Rotation (1°, 10°, 90°), Mirror Imaging, Single-Letter Editing |
| Needle Threader & Tension | Advanced One-Handed Needle Threader & Automatic Thread Tension Control |
| Bobbin & Sensors | Quick-Set Drop-In Bobbin with Upper/Lower Thread Sensors & On-Screen Hoop Sensor |
| Operation Controls | One-Touch Push-Button Panel (Start/Stop, Thread Cutter, Needle Position, Foot Lifter) |
Baby Lock Warranty Coverage
The Baby Lock Flare is backed by a comprehensive Baby Lock manufacturer's warranty, covering:
- Castings & Mechanical Components — 25-year limited warranty
- Electrical Components — 2-year warranty
- Circuit Boards & Electrical (premium models) — 5-year warranty
- Labor & Adjustments — 1 year free; performed by an authorized Baby Lock retailer
Coverage applies to manufacturer defects in materials and workmanship. Normal wear items are excluded. Must be purchased from an authorized Baby Lock retailer — registering your product is strongly recommended to avoid needing the original receipt for service.
Your Baby Lock warranty is valid at any authorized retailer nationwide — take your machine anywhere for service.
Why Buy From Us
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- Real Support When You Need It — call us first. Our techs and education specialists solve a lot over video, find you a local repair shop, or walk you through shipping it back. Just keep your box.
- Warranty Valid at Any Authorized Dealer — your coverage travels with you. Take your machine anywhere for service, no questions asked.
Plus, every machine purchase includes access to our full education library — see the Education tab.
What Education Is Included
Every machine purchase includes access to our full education library:
- 🪡 Sew What's Possible Challenge — start sewing real projects fast.
- 📚 Beyond The Basics — level up your technique.
- 🧰 Machine Maintenance Course — keep your machine running right.
- 🏆 From Box to Confidence — sewing the same day it arrives.
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