Mike and Lori Neels of Quiltique

 

In deciding to start a business we made a fundamental choice to get the right tool for the job. We researched the options and discovered Nolting which was one of the best-kept secrets of the industry at that stage. This was odd because Fred Nolting invented and developed the whole concept of stand-up quilting in the 1980’s and was a pioneer of the industry. Mike went to America, met and stayed with Fred Nolting, and came home with the New Zealand agency. Lori loved the machine at first sight and developed a set of skills working on scraps and then her own quilts. When she felt ready enough she approached Grandmother’s Garden with her business cards. "Good!" said Hazel. "Here - quilt these!"

That’s how it all started for us. We took our machines to Symposium 2001 in New Plymouth. People saw them and started sending in quilts. People started buying the machines. Mike developed his table-making skills and his extensive understanding of the machines. Lori’s capabilities grew. Between us we can support all aspects of the business. We have been pleased to organise and run biennial conferences since 2002. They have been a real buzz, attracting longarmers from Australia and all over New Zealand. We are committed to fostering a friendly co-operative open spirit within this industry.

 

How Quiltique can help you with Longarm Machine Quilting

Quiltique is owned and run by Mike & Lori Neels in Cambridge, New Zealand. "Quiltique" is the Trading name of both M.L Developments Limited which handles machine sales and service, and Mike & Lori Neels Partnership which is the quilting operation. The parts to the Quiltique business are:

  • A professional quilting service to home and industry.
  • Agents for Nolting long-arm sewing machines in New Zealand.
  • Agents for IntelliQuilter computerised add-ons in New Zealand - fitted to most makes.
  • Suppliers of general long-arm accessories - see our stock list.
  • Training and support are available for purchasers of Nolting machines and/or IntelliQuilter attachments

Quiltique also runs the Machine Quilters’ New Zealand Conference - held in even-numbered years.