ELARA

Premium Where It Matters Most

Create - Explore - Excel

The Nolting Elara gives serious quilters the generous 24" throat space, smooth quilting experience, and long-term capability they want --- without unnecessary complexity.

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ELARA - FOR QUILTERS WHO KNOW THEY WANT MORE

The Elara is designed for quilters who have moved beyond  "just getting started."  You quilt often, you value quality, and you want a machine that can grow with your skills for years to come.

Elara is Best for:

Serious hobbyists

Experienced domestic machine quilters

Future business owners

Quilters who want room to grow
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ENJOYMENT.    INSPIRATION.    CREATIVITY

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The Space to Quilt Bigger, Better, and More Creatively

The Elara's spacious 24-inch throat gives you the same generous quilting area found on the Nolting Diamond providing the freedom to quilt larger blocks, larger designs, and larger quilts with fewer interruptions. More space means fewer quilt advances allowing you to maintain your creative flow and spend more time quilting instead of repositioning your project.

 

That extra room also opens the door to more ambitious quilting. Whether you're stitching elegant feathers, bold modern designs, ruler work, custom quilting motifs, hand guided or with automation, you'll have the space to bring your ideas to life with greater ease and confidence. Instead of asking, "Will this fit?" you'll find yourself asking, "What beautiful design should I quilt next?

More of What Matters . . . 
Less of What You May Not Need

If you want more quilting room . . . 

Elara give you a 24" throat space with 10" height

If you want long-term satisfaction . . . 

Elara gives you room for your quilting journey to grow

If you want premium performance . . . 

Elara has TruPrecision Stitch Regulation, smooth and reliable

If you want a smart investment . . . 

Elara has capability without excess

If you want creative freedom . . . 

Elara gives you quilting options, hand guided, ruler work, or automation

If You Want . . . 

Elara Gives You . . . 

More quilting room

Long-term satisfaction

Premium performance

Smart investment

Creative freedom

24" throat space with 10" height

Room for your quilting journey to grow

TruPrecision Stitch Regulation, smooth, reliable

Capability without excess

Quilt hand guided, ruler work, or automation

24" Throat Space

Reliable Stitch Quality

Approachable

Long-term Growth

Elara - Designed for the Way Serious Quilters Quilt

24" Throat

More room to create, stitch larger blocks, taller pantograph patterns, and sweeping designs.  Exceptional, unobstructed visibility for free motion hand guided and ruler work.

Smooth Performance

Thoughtfully designed forward-angled handles and intuitive fingertip handlebar controls provide exceptional comfort and precise control, making every quilting session feel smooth, balanced, and enjoyable.

Reliable Stitch Quality

Quilt every project with confidence using TruPrecision™ Stitch Regulation and four versatile stitch modes—Regulated, Cruise, Basting, and Manual—designed to deliver beautiful, consistent results in every quilting style.

Approachable Operation

Premium capability without unnecessary complexity. The intuitive touchscreen, simple threading, and convenient fingertip controls make the Elara easy to learn, comfortable to use, and enjoyable from your very first quilt.

Long-Term Growth

Your quilting journey doesn't stop with your next quilt—and neither should your machine. Whether you're mastering ruler work, exploring more advanced quilting techniques, considering customer quilting, or adding automation in the future, the Elara is designed to grow alongside your creativity, confidence, and ambitions.

Approachable

Long-term Growth

NOLTING ELARA

The Sweet Spot in the Nolting Lineup

"Not Entry-Level.  Not More Than You Need"

Some quilters are looking for their first longarm.  Some are looking for every advanced feature of a flagship system.  The Elara is for the quilter in between - the one who wants serious capability, beautiful results, and a machine they will not quickly outgrow.

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The Elara's easy-to-follow thread path makes threading simple, so you can get to the part you love—quilting.

Intuitive touchscreen display with labeled buttons for selecting machine functions, stitch mode, stitch length, motor speed, needle up / down, and other functions. 

Adjustable LED lighting illuminates the entire quilting area—from the needle to beneath the machine arm—providing exceptional visibility, reduced eye strain, and a clear view of every stitch.

Large 24" throat space for quilting hand-guided, free motion, with rulers, or with automation. 

Easy to use handle buttons for machine operation, on and off, single stitch, needle up/down, and on-the-fly buttons to change the number of stitches per inch in regulated and cruise mode.

Automation Ready - add automation now or in the future.

Nolting Elara - Create.   Explore.   Excel

Short Videos . . . 

TruPrecision Stitch Regulation

What's The Difference Between Regulated and Cruise Stitch Mode?

Longarm Automation 

What does Automation Ready mean?

Automation Systems

The Return Goes Beyond Dollars

More Room

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The Elara's spacious 24-inch throat gives you the freedom to quilt larger blocks and larger designs with less interruption.  Instead of constantly repositioning your quilt, you'll have more room to focus on your creativity and enjoy a smoother, more efficient quilting experience.

More Confidence

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As your skills grow, the Elara grows with you. Its smooth operation, consistent stitch quality, and generous quilting space inspire confidence to try new techniques, tackle more challenging projects, and quilt with the assurance that your machine is ready for whatever you create.

More Satisfaction

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Choosing a longarm is a significant investment, and the Elara is designed to provide lasting value for years to come. It strikes the perfect balance between capability and simplicity, giving you the satisfaction of owning a premium machine that meets your needs today while supporting your quilting goals for the future.

Create.   Explore.   Excel.

Buy once, buy well, and enjoy your machine for years.

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Which Nolting Fits Your Quilting Journey?

Model

Best For

Core Promise

Flair

Growing Quilter

Learn.   Create.   Enjoy.

Elara

Serious Hobbyist

Create.   Explore.   Excel.

Diamond

Growth Quilter / Business

Freedom.   Confidence.   Grow

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Testimonial

What Glenda Says About Her Elara

Glenda S

North Carolina

Absolute Joy!

“The Elara has been an absolute joy to work with — smooth, powerful, and incredibly dependable. I love how seamlessly it pairs with QuiltMagician, (Quiltmagine) letting me move from free‑motion to computerized designs without interrupting my creative flow. Anyone considering the Elara should know it delivers beautiful stitch quality and confidence right from the first quilt.”

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You're Supported Every Step of the Way

Choosing the right longarm is an important investment, and Nolting is here to help you make that decision with confidence. From determining whether the Elara is the best fit for your quilting goals to providing educational resources, training, and ongoing support, you'll have trusted guidance before, during, and long after your purchase.

 

Whether you're ready to quilt larger projects, explore more advanced techniques, or prepare for future customer quilting, the Elara is designed to grow with you. Nolting is committed to helping you expand your skills, enjoy the creative process, and get the most from your machine for years to come. Our goal is simple—to help you spend less time comparing machines and more time creating beautiful quilts.

RESOURCES

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Nolting Buyer's Guide

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Which Longarm is Right for You?

Machine Model Comparison

Financing Information

Order Planning Form

Elara Owner Resources

Elara Owners Manual  (included with purchase)

Basics & Beyond with Nolting (included with bundle purchase)

Basic System Maintenance

Tech Resources

Education and Support Resources

All In One Quilter's Workbook

Educational Videos

Frequently asked questions

Is the Elara a good first longarm?

Absolutely. The Elara is for someone who knows they love longarm quilting, wants a quilting space for larger projects, and plans to quilt often.  It is also for someone who is looking for a premium quilting experience, but doesn't necessarily need or want all of the features.  The Elara is for the quilter who is buying what matters most, premium quilting space, premium stitch quality, and the option to grow into automation and/or a business.  The Elara is for the quilter who wants to buy once and buy well.

Can I add automation later?

Yes.  Automation can be added to the Elara now or in the future.

Does the Elara need annual or regular service from Nolting?

No.  Like all of Nolting's machines, the Elara is easy for the owner to maintain and doesn't need annual service from a dealer or Nolting.  There are, however, machine parts that will wear with use and will eventually need to be replaced.  Contact a dealer or Nolting for help with these service needs.   

Can I choose my machine color?

Yes.  The standard color is Lavender Bliss.  For an additional cost, the machine can be ordered in several other colors including red, teal, purple, white, black, pink pearl, and possibly other colors. 

What is included with the purchase?

Commercial Frame Bundle includes the machine, 12' frame with leaders (other lengths may be ordered), 1 package needles, 5 bobbins, 1 spool of thread, Nolting bobbin winder, 4 side clamps, sewing machine oil.  Also included the Flair-Elara Owners Manual, Basics & Beyond with Nolting, basic 1-2 hour training, pantographs (if ordered with the optional back handles).

How long does it take to learn?

The learning curve is different for every quilter.  It won't take long at all to learn how the machine operates.  Quilting skill comes with practice which can be gained in different ways.  Many quilters begin with paper pantographs which develop muscle memory that can be used for free motion quilting.  

What training will I receive?

Nolting: Yes.  Every Elara bundle includes a personal onboarding session - either in person or virtually - so you're fully confident using its features from day one. Nolting also has a library of helpful resources and videos.

Classes and workshops are held at Nolting periodically during the year. 

 

Purchasing from a dealer - ask what training is included with the purchase and what group or private classes are available.

 

Advanced training: There are many qualified longarm teachers who teach at shows and online. These teachers may teach using another brand of machine, however the longarm techniques, such as using rulers or free motion, are the same regardless of the machine brand.  

How difficult is maintenance?

Maintenance is very simple:

Machine oiling: The machine needs oiling every 8 hours of actual quilting time.  A reminder pop-up will display when it is time to oil the red dots (oil wicks) on the top of the machine head.  Put one drop of oil on each of the red dots (oil wicks) every 8 hours of machine operation.

  

Hook assenbly (bobbin area): 1-2 drops of oil need to go into the hook assembly every other bobbin change.  

See Basics & Beyond with Nolting p.116 for the oiling specifics.

 

Keep the carriage and frame track clean wiping both the outside and inside.  Use a microfiber cloth with rubbing alcohol for thoroughl cleaning.

How much space do I need?

For a 12 foot Commercial frame, the system footprint is 5' deep by 12' long.  To comfortably work at any length longarm, plan at least two feet longer and add up to six feet to the frame depth.  For a 12' frame, space needed would be a minimum of 14' long by 11' deep is the machine is equipped with back handles and will be used at the back for quilting paper pantos.  If the frame has casters, or won't be used from the back however, the depth could be about 8' instead of 11' deep. 

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What are the machine specs?

Throat length - 24"

Harp (arm) height - 10"

Bobbin size - M-class bobbin

4.3" front touchscreen, back informational display with optional back handles

LED Dimmable needle and throat lighting

Handles have three buttons each.  Right handle: on, off, increase number of SPI, Left handle: full rotation single stitch, needle up/down, decrease number of SPI

Can I upgrade later?

With the Commercial Frame, it is easy to upgrade to a different Nolting machine mode..

What size frame do I need?

The Elara comes on the standard commercial frame which is 12 feet wide.  Nolting can make other lengths from 6 feet to 14 feet.  A standard king quilt can be quilted on the 12 foot frame.  If considering a frame of a different length, subtract about 18" from the frame length to determine the useable frame length for quilting purposes.  Example: 12' frame is 144" long minus 18" equals 126" of space to load the quilt and stitch.  

What are the stitching modes?

Regulated - stitches even stitch lengths from 6 SPI (stitches per inch) to 22 SPI

Cruise - combines regulated stitching in the open areas with manual speed in and out of slower stitched areas like points.  Set a percent speed depending on type of operation, such as hand guided or automation.

Baste - stitch even stitch lengths from 1 to 5 SPI

Manual - the machine speed is set and the needle will go up and down at the same rate of speed. Set the speed percent of maximum speed for best operation, such as hand guided or automation. 

Is the 24" throat space worth it?

Yes if you want to quilt larger blocks or taller pantograph patterns.  With the 24" throat space, it is possible to turn a 12" block on-point and quilt the on-point block from the top point to the bottom point without advancing the quilt.

How is the Elara different from the Flair?

The Elara has a throat that is 4 inches longer and arm 2 inches taller than the Flair and offers space to quilt larger blocks, taller pantographs, and larger quilts before impacting the size of the quilting space.   

How is the Elara different from the Diamond?

The Elara offers the same premium quilting experience as the Diamond with the same 24" throat, the same TruPrecision stitch regulation, and the same adjustable LED lighting above the needle area and under the arm.  The Elara is a exceptional value offering premium where it matters most without paying for features you may not need or want, such as the reactive lighting, bobbin light, or adjustable handles.  

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Years From Now

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The Elara is for quilters who want to grow with confidence, create with more freedom, and invest in a longarm that feels right today and years from now.  It gives you the space, performance, and satisfaction of a premium quilting experience without asking you to pay for more than you need.

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Financing Options

Nolting collaborates with these reliable financial institutions to make the purchasing process as smooth and hassle-free as possible. By working with these partners, Nolting ensures that you have access to a variety of financing solutions tailored to your needs, helping you get started on your quilting journey with confidence.

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If you are considering financing your purchase, reach out to your local dealer or contact Nolting directly for personalized assistance. The support team will guide you through the process and answer any questions you may have about financing your quilting system.

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