Is the Baby Lock Brilliant good for quilting?

Yes. It is built around quilting, with 190 stitches, needle up/down and a presser foot that lifts automatically for piecing. Its throat is smaller than long-arm quilting machines, so very large quilts take more maneuvering.

Does it thread and cut thread automatically?

It has an advanced needle threader and an automatic thread cutter. Tension is still set manually.

Can it sew denim and leather?

Baby Lock rates it for multiple layers of denim and clothing-grade light leather. Use the right needle and a slow speed on thick seams.

Top speed is 850 stitches per minute, which is typical for a computerized home machine and fast enough for most quilting and garment work.

The machine ships with standard accessories such as presser feet, bobbins, needles and a power cord. Check the accessory list for the specific feet included, since quilting feet may be separate.

How does it compare with the Baby Lock Jubilant?

The Brilliant adds more stitches, memory pockets and an automatic thread cutter over simpler models in the line. It is the better pick if you want automation; a basic model is enough for straight stitching.

Where is the Baby Lock Brilliant Sewing Machine cheapest?

At B-Sew Inn, for $1,079.00, as of our latest check.

What do buyers say about the Baby Lock Brilliant Sewing Machine?

Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 102 ratings.

Where can I buy the Baby Lock Brilliant Sewing Machine?

16 stores we checked sell it, including Missouri Sewing Machine Company, Baby Lock, B-Sew Inn, Premier Stitching, Quality Sewing & Vacuum.

Baby Lock Brilliant Sewing Machine

Best price now

$1,079.00at B-Sew InnChecked 16 h ago

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Baby Lock Brilliant Sewing Machine

Best price now

$1,079.00at B-Sew InnChecked 16 h ago

Compared across 16 stores. Prices are checked against each store and labelled with when.

Visit B-Sew Inn

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Last seen at $1,079.00 at B-Sew Inn on Nov 9.
Checked at 16 stores.

Our take on the Baby Lock Brilliant Sewing Machine

The Baby Lock Brilliant (BL220B) is a computerized sewing and quilting machine with 190 built-in stitches, an 850-stitch-per-minute top speed and a quick-set drop-in bobbin. Its standout conveniences are an automatic thread cutter, an advanced needle threader and a presser foot that lifts automatically, which speed up piecing and stop-and-go quilting. It handles quilting cottons, apparel fabrics, several layers of denim and light leather, so it covers both garment sewing and quilting. Against cheaper mechanical machines it trades a higher step-up cost for automation; against premium quilting machines it gives up a larger throat and automatic tension, but owners rate it very highly for ease of use.

Best forQuilters piecing and free-motion quilting at homeSewists moving up from a mechanical machineGarment sewers working with denim and light leatherAnyone who wants automatic threading and thread cutting

Pros

190 stitches plus memory pockets for decorative and character stitches
Automatic thread cutter and advanced needle threader save time
Auto presser foot lift and needle up/down speed up piecing
Handles multiple denim layers and light leather
Quick-set drop-in bobbin is easy to load
Rated 4.9 out of 5 by owners

Cons

Tension is adjusted manually, not automatically
Throat space is smaller than dedicated long-arm quilting machines
At about 21 lbs it is not a machine you carry to classes often
Fewer stitch options than top-tier Brother or Baby Lock models

Baby Lock Brilliant Sewing Machine prices at every store

B-Sew InnNew
In stock
$1,079.00Checked 16 h ago
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Premier StitchingOpen box
In stock
$1,079.00Checked 16 h ago
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Quality Sewing & VacuumOpen box
In stock
$1,079.10Checked 16 h ago
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Quilted JoyNew
In stock
$1,139.05Checked 16 h ago
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Sewing Machines PlusNew
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$1,139.05Checked 16 h ago
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Baby LockNew
In stock
$1,140.00Checked 16 h ago
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Jackman's FabricsNew
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$1,199.00Checked 16 h ago
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stitchhouse.New
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$1,199.00Checked 16 h ago
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Flash Sew & QuiltNew
In stock
$1,199.00Checked 16 h ago
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AllBrands.comNew
In stock
$1,199.00Checked 16 h ago
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Missouri Star Quilt CompanyNew
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$1,199.00Checked 16 h ago
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Field's FabricsNew
In stock
$1,199.00Checked 16 h ago
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Ken's Sewing CenterPre-owned
Availability unknown
$1,079.00Checked Oct 30
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Missouri Sewing Machine CompanyNew
Availability unknown
$1,139.05Checked 16 h ago
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LindaZ's Sewing CenterNew
Availability unknown
$1,199.00Checked Oct 30
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Moore's Sewing CenterNew
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$1,199.00Checked Oct 30
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Baby Lock Brilliant Sewing Machine price history

$1,199.00$1,079.00

Oct 31Nov 9

Lowest price we've seen: $1,079.00 on Nov 9 at B-Sew Inn; highest $1,199.00 on Oct 31. Tracked across 13 stores since Oct 31.

What reviewers say

4.9 / 5102 ratings

Owners rate the Brilliant very highly, praising how easy it is to thread, load and run, and how well it quilts and sews through thick seams. Complaints are few and mostly about manual tension and the modest throat size for large quilts.

What people mention

Ease of usePraisedOwners say threading and bobbin changes are quick and the machine is friendly to learn on.
Stitch qualityPraisedReviewers report even stitches on quilting cottons, denim and light leather.
AutomationPraisedThe thread cutter and automatic presser foot lift are called real time-savers.
TensionMixedSome owners find manual tension needs tweaking when switching fabrics.
Throat spaceCriticisedQuilters working on large projects wish for more room to the right of the needle.

Specifications

Computerized: Yes
Machine Type: Sewing Machine
Model Name: Brilliant BL220B
Usage Type: Domestic
Number Of Stitches: 190
Memory Capacity: Memory Pockets for Character/Decorative Stitches
Automatic Needle Threader: Advanced needle threader

Questions and answers

Is the Baby Lock Brilliant good for quilting?: Yes. It is built around quilting, with 190 stitches, needle up/down and a presser foot that lifts automatically for piecing. Its throat is smaller than long-arm quilting machines, so very large quilts take more maneuvering.
Does it thread and cut thread automatically?: It has an advanced needle threader and an automatic thread cutter. Tension is still set manually.
Can it sew denim and leather?: Baby Lock rates it for multiple layers of denim and clothing-grade light leather. Use the right needle and a slow speed on thick seams.
How fast is it?: Top speed is 850 stitches per minute, which is typical for a computerized home machine and fast enough for most quilting and garment work.
What is in the box?: The machine ships with standard accessories such as presser feet, bobbins, needles and a power cord. Check the accessory list for the specific feet included, since quilting feet may be separate.
How does it compare with the Baby Lock Jubilant?: The Brilliant adds more stitches, memory pockets and an automatic thread cutter over simpler models in the line. It is the better pick if you want automation; a basic model is enough for straight stitching.
Where is the Baby Lock Brilliant Sewing Machine cheapest?: At B-Sew Inn, for $1,079.00, as of our latest check.
What do buyers say about the Baby Lock Brilliant Sewing Machine?: Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 102 ratings.
Where can I buy the Baby Lock Brilliant Sewing Machine?: 16 stores we checked sell it, including Missouri Sewing Machine Company, Baby Lock, B-Sew Inn, Premier Stitching, Quality Sewing & Vacuum.