Grand Format Embroidery® for AutoPilot Mach 3®

The Industry’s Only True Embroidery System for Longarm Quilting

Bring your quilting vision to life with INNOVA’s Grand Format Embroidery (GFE)—the only patented embroidery solution engineered specifically for INNOVA longarm quilting systems. Designed exclusively for INNOVA longarms with AutoPilot Mach 3, GFE transforms your machine into a powerful embroidery workstation capable of creating giant appliqué, oversized embroidery motifs, custom monograms, intricate decorative patterns, and more—all without a hoop.

Whether you’re a hobbyist, a pattern designer, or a professional quilter, GFE gives you creative freedom you’ve never had before.
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Why Grand Format Embroidery Is a Game-Changer

GFE is not just an add-on—it’s a complete embroidery system integrated into AutoPilot Mach 3. For the first time, quilters can combine longarm precision with true embroidery functionality on a scale traditional embroidery machines simply can’t match.

  • True Embroidery on a Longarm

    Industry-exclusive, patented feature found only on INNOVA systems.

  • Hoop-free Embroidery

    Stitch massive designs as large as your INNOVA Pro Frame allows.

  • Works Seamlessly with .dst Embroidery Files

    Rotate, mirror, duplicate, recolor, and customize with ease.

  • Limitless Design Size

    Perfect for quilt tops, appliqué projects, banners, wholecloth quilts, and large-scale decorative motifs.

    Creative Freedom with AutoPilot Mach 3 Tools & Features

    Activate Grand Format Embroidery inside AutoPilot Mach 3 and unlock advanced features and design tools.

    Path Apply – The Ultimate Appliqué & Decorative Design Tool

    A true appliqué powerhouse

    • Choose from over 60 built-in motifs
    • Apply motifs to any pattern path
    • Design and save your own motifs and appliqué elements
    • Perfect for borders, monograms, flourishes, and custom motifs

    High Definition (HD) Stitch & Enhanced Tie-Off Options

    Get flawless stitch definition, even around curves or directional changes.

    Automatically expands or reduces stitches for perfect point placement • Adjustable shrink or expand percentage • Ideal for crisp corners, precision appliqué, and high-detail embroidery work

    Professional-grade finishing made simple.

    Ramp • X-style tie-off • Backtack

    Built for Quilters Who Want More Creativity

    Grand Format Embroidery opens doors for quilters who want to push boundaries— longarmers who want to expand their service offerings, and creators who want their quilts to stand out.

      • Create oversized embroidery that standard household machines can’t handle

      • Add detailed embellishments to borders and blocks

      • Bring appliqué shapes to life with beautiful motif edges

      • Personalize quilts with custom lettering or monograms

      • Add professional quality embroidery on full quilt tops

        Seamless Integration with INNOVA Longarm Systems

        Compatible with all INNOVA longarms equipped with AutoPilot Mach 3®, Grand Format Embroidery is activated directly in your AutoPilot Software. No extra machines. No complicated hoops. No new learning curve.

        Just pure creative capability—right where you already quilt.

        • Step1

          Purchase

          Buy Grand Format Embroidery

        • Step2

          Serial Number

          Receive your Grand Format Embroidery serial number

          *Additional hardware included for INNOVA Classic Longarm Systems

        • Step3

          Activate

          Activate Grand Format Embroidery in AutoPilot Mach 3

        • Step4

          Done!

          Start embroidering without limits!

        Patented Exclusive - Only from INNOVA.

        You won’t find this technology anywhere else.

        INNOVA is the only longarm quilting brand offering true longarm-based embroidery, and Grand Format Embroidery® remains a patented, industry-exclusive feature.

        When you add GFE to your system, you’re investing in innovation no other quilting manufacturer can match.
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        AutoPilot Training at INNOVA Longarm University

        AutoPilot Mach 3 Workshop – 5-Day Hands-On Training

        Take your quilting to the next level with our immersive AutoPilot Mach 3 Workshop at INNOVA Longarm University. This five-day, hands-on course is designed to help you master every aspect of your computerized quilting system — from setup and design to advanced custom techniques.


        Learn directly from certified INNOVA educators and gain the confidence to make the most of your AutoPilot system, whether you’re quilting professionally or for pure creative joy.
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