Key features
- NeverMiss™ Automatic Needle Threader
- Multi-Function Foot Control
- 11.25" Large Creative Space
- 771 Built-In Stitches
- Hands-Free Knee Lift
- Compact Digital Dual-Feed System
Baby Lock Ballad Sewing and Quilting Machine
The Baby Lock Ballad is packed with features for a hassle-free quilting experience. Want to tackle thicker quilts? The Compact Digital Dual-Feed System gives you 7mm of clearance for multiple layers and high loft fabrics.
With 11.25" of space to the right of the needle, 771 built-in stitches and the NeverMiss Automatic Needle Threader, the Ballad gives quilters room to work and tools to finish beautifully.
As an authorized Baby Lock dealer in Dublin, Ohio, Quilt Beginnings has helped sewists and quilters across Columbus and Central Ohio since 1998. Come see the Baby Lock Ballad in person, try it out, and get answers from our machine specialists before you take it home.
Key Features of the Baby Lock Ballad
- NeverMiss Automatic Needle Threader
- Compact Digital Dual-Feed System with 7mm clearance
- 11.25" workspace to the right of the needle
- 771 built-in stitches and 14 one-step buttonholes
- Hands-free knee lift
- Multi-function foot control
- 7" color touchscreen
See the Baby Lock Ballad in Action
Baby Lock Ballad Specifications
- Throat space: 11.25"
- Total stitches: 771
- Speed: 1,050 stitches per minute
- Max stitch width / length: 7mm / 5mm
- Feet included: 13
- Screen: 7" color touchscreen
- Machine weight: 33.7 lbs
- Dimensions: 22.5" W x 13.06" H
Frequently Asked Questions
Can the Ballad sew through thick quilts?
Yes. The Compact Digital Dual-Feed System feeds multiple layers evenly with 7mm of clearance, making thick quilts and high loft fabrics much easier to handle.
Can I try the Baby Lock Ballad before I buy?
Yes. Stop by Quilt Beginnings at 6591 Sawmill Rd in Dublin, Ohio for a hands-on demo, or call (614) 799-2688 to set up a time with one of our machine specialists.
Do you offer classes and service for Baby Lock machines?
Yes. Quilt Beginnings offers classes for every skill level and in-house machine service, so you have local support in Central Ohio long after you take your machine home.
Visit Quilt Beginnings in Dublin, Ohio
Stop by Quilt Beginnings at 6591 Sawmill Rd, Dublin, OH 43017 or call (614) 799-2688 to schedule a demo of the Baby Lock Ballad. We are proud to serve sewists and quilters throughout Dublin, Columbus and Central Ohio.
Baby Lock has spent decades earning the trust of sewists, quilters, and embroiderers — and it's easy to see why. Known for innovation that actually makes sewing easier, Baby Lock machines bring thoughtful technology and genuine ease of use to every project, from your first seam to your most ambitious quilt.
At Quilt Beginnings in Dublin, Ohio, we're proud to be an authorized Baby Lock dealer. That means you're getting genuine machines, full manufacturer warranty support, and a local team that knows these machines inside and out. Better yet, we have Baby Lock machines right here on our floor — so you can see them, touch them, and test them before you commit.
Baby Lock is especially loved for its sergers, where innovations like Jet-Air Threading and Automatic Thread Delivery have made serging genuinely approachable. But the lineup goes far beyond — sewing machines, quilting machines, embroidery machines, and sewing-and-embroidery combos for every skill level and creative goal.
Not sure which Baby Lock is right for you? That's exactly what we're here for. Browse the full lineup below, then call us at (614) 799-2688 or stop in to talk it through with someone who sews. We'll help you find the machine that fits how you work — no pressure, ever.