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Baby Lock Capella Single-Needle Embroidery Machine

Baby Lock Capella Embroidery Machine

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$8,799.00
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$6,599.00
$6,599.00 - $6,599.00
$6,599.00

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Baby Lock Capella Embroidery Machine

Baby Lock Capella free-arm embroidery machine

The Baby Lock Capella is designed for embroiderers who need both flexibility and accuracy. With its large 7-7/8" × 11-3/4" embroidery field, crosshair positioning laser, and free-arm design, you can personalize hats, sleeves, bags, and more—without compromise.

The Baby Lock Capella is designed for embroiderers who need both flexibility and accuracy. With its large 7-7/8" × 11-3/4" embroidery field, crosshair positioning laser, and free-arm design, you can personalize hats, sleeves, bags, and more—without compromise.

Model#: BMCAP  ·  Single-needle free-arm embroidery with 4-thread spool stand

Fall in Love with Sewing at Flash Sew & Quilt

When you choose your Baby Lock Capella from Flash Sew & Quilt, you’re not just buying a machine—you’re joining a creative community. Enjoy personalized lessons, certified service, and the Love of Sewing Membership backed by Baby Lock and FSQ’s expert team in Sarasota, Naples, and Jupiter, FL.

Perfect For Embroidery entrepreneurs • Hat & bag personalization • Monogramming • In-the-hoop projects
Key Strengths Free-arm embroidery • Crosshair positioning laser • 7-7/8" × 11-3/4" field • Quick-Set bobbin • 1,000 SPM
Skill Level Intermediate to advanced embroiderers • Small business owners • Precision enthusiasts

Top Features

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7-7/8" × 11-3/4" Embroidery Field

A generous 7-7/8" × 11-3/4" field gives you room for jackets, large monograms, bags, and back designs without constant re-hooping.

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True Free-Arm Embroidery

The free-arm design lets you easily hoop and embroider hard-to-reach areas like sleeves, pant legs, cuffs, inside pockets, tote bags, and even stuffed animals.

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Embroidery Crosshair Positioning Laser

Preview exactly where your design will stitch. The crosshair positioning laser helps you adjust angle and placement for perfect alignment every time.

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Quick-Set, Built-In Bobbin Winder

The built-in winder has its own motor, holds thread securely, and stops automatically when the bobbin is full—so you can prep bobbins while Capella keeps stitching.

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Automatic Needle Threader

Let the machine take over a fiddly step. The automatic needle threader quickly and accurately threads the needle for you, reducing eyestrain and setup time.

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Built-In Designs & On-Screen Editing

Capella includes hundreds of built-in designs (up to 481 depending on category) plus frame patterns and lettering. Combine designs, rotate, and edit right on screen to build custom layouts.

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USB & Popular Embroidery Formats

Bring in designs via USB and stitch your favorites in .pes, .phc, and .dst formats—ideal for digitized logos and custom artwork.

See it in action

Quick look at Capella’s free-arm design, laser positioning, and hoop versatility.

Key specs

Maximum embroidery field 7-7/8" × 11-3/4"
Embroidery speed Up to 1,000 stitches per minute
Built-in designs Up to 481 designs (175 core patterns plus additional categories)
Frame patterns 120 combinations
Hoops included 2 hoops: 7-7/8" × 11-3/4" and 4" × 4"
USB / data formats USB (Type A/B); supports .pes, .phc, .dst
On-screen editing / combine / rotate Yes – on-screen editing, rotation, and design combination
Embroidery pattern memory Yes – save layouts to memory
Machine weight Approx. 68 lbs

Included accessories

What’s in the box

  • 2 embroidery hoops: 7-7/8" × 11-3/4" and 4" × 4"
  • 4-spool thread stand (single-needle free-arm)
  • Quick-Set, built-in bobbin winder
  • Bobbin(s), needle set, spool caps, spool nets
  • Seam ripper, scissors, cleaning brush, screwdrivers
  • Instruction manual & quick reference materials

Why choose the Capella?

The Capella bridges the gap between hobby and small business: a professional-sized field, laser-precise positioning, and a true free-arm all in a compact single-needle machine. It’s ideal for personalizing hats, sleeves, uniforms, bags, and specialty items that are tough to hoop on flat-bed models.

Paired with Flash Sew & Quilt’s training and support, Capella is a flexible embroidery partner you can grow with— from custom gifts to boutique-level logo work.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the maximum embroidery field on the Capella?
7-7/8" × 11-3/4" (200 mm × 300 mm).
How fast does it embroider?
Up to 1,000 stitches per minute (SPM).
Does it have a crosshair positioning laser?
Yes. The crosshair laser lets you preview placement and adjust angle for precise alignment.
Can I embroider hats, sleeves, or other tight areas?
Yes. The free-arm design makes it easier to embroider hard-to-reach areas like caps, sleeves, and pockets.
How many built-in embroidery designs are included?
175 built-in designs plus 120 frame pattern combinations.
Which hoops are included in the box?
Two hoops: 7-7/8" × 11-3/4" and 4" × 4" (each with grid).
Does it have an automatic needle threader?
Yes. The automatic needle threader quickly threads the needle for you.
Is there a built-in bobbin winder?
Yes. A Quick-Set bobbin winder with its own motor that stops automatically when full.
What file formats does the Capella read?
PES, PHC, and DST embroidery formats.
How do I get designs onto the machine?
Use the USB connection (Type A for flash drives, Type B for direct computer connection).
Can I edit designs on screen?
Yes. On-screen editing supports combine, rotate, and more.
How much does the machine weigh?
Approximately 68 lb.