Considering purchasing a Bernina 550 or 820 -- need input

Does anyone use the Bernina 550 or 820 models? I'm considering a new purchase. How well do their features work -- BSR, dual feed, walking foot, etc?  I do clothing construction, quilt, home decor, upholstery, and heirloom. Replacing a Viking 1100…Continue

Tags: clothing, walking_foot, dual_feed, 820, construction

Started by Susan Oct 9, 2012.

Rolled Hemmer foot Instructions for Bernina

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Tags: foot, demonstration, how-to, hemming, hem

Started by Susan Jun 28, 2012.

Artista 180 - Embroidery module 3 Replies

Hi everyone, I NEED HELP?? I bought a Artista 180 (second hand), and I am struggling to connect to my pc, I'm using Artlink 6.0 and when I try to connect to my pc I get an error "no link to the serial port".. any suggestions please??Continue

Tags: embroidery

Started by Marelize Ries. Last reply by Triciababe Mar 18, 2012.

BERNINA presser feet -- Overlock foot #2/2A Tutorial 2 Replies

In the fourth section of the BERNINA presser-feet online tutorial we'll present you the overlock foot no. 2/2A. This foot is suitable for overlock seams and machine-hemming. It can also be used to sew decorative hems, ribbing and satin stitching…Continue

Tags: decorative, knits, machine-hemming, hems, ribbing

Started by Susan. Last reply by Susan Feb 12, 2012.

BERNINA Presser Feet -- Edgestitch Foot #10 Tutorial

In the 13th section of the BERNINA presser-feet online tutorial we'll present you the edgestitch foot no. 10. The guide of the foot is a great help when stitching along edges, ensuring parallel rows of stitching. With this foot it's a cinch to sew…Continue

Tags: width, stitch, 5.5mm, topstitch, collars

Started by Susan Feb 12, 2012.

BERNINA Presser Feet -- Bulky Overlock Foot #12/12C Tutorial

In the 15th section of the BERNINA presser-feet online tutorials we'll present you the Bulky overlock foot no. 12/12C. Due to its especially wide groove on the sole the bulky overlock foot is suitable for sewing bulky knits and other thick…Continue

Tags: bulky, stitch, 9mm, overlock, knits

Started by Susan Feb 12, 2012.

History of BERNINA Sewing Machines

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Tags: Machines, Sewing, BERNINA, History

Started by Susan Aug 18, 2011.

How to sew buttonholes by programming your BERNINA 380

This tutorial shows you how to sew buttonholes by programming your BERNINA 380 sewing machine. Even the buttons can be sewn on with the activa. This is really time-saving and no need to find handsewing tools.Continue

Tags: sewn, sew, handsewing, tools, buttonholes

Started by Susan Oct 24, 2010.

Binder and binder foot

I have an 1130 which I purchased in 1988 and still love it.  It does everything except embroider.  I've decided it's cheaper to purchase iron-on appliques of all types.   Now I want to purchase the binder (I thought in all 3 sizes) but found out…Continue

Started by Joanie Molnar May 8, 2010.

BERNINA 3 Series Tutorial: Introduction

  Our BERNINA 3 Series tutorial will guide you through your first sewing project on your BERNINA 3 Series machine. Sarah is member of the the Education team at Bernina and shows you how to use BERNINA 3 Series machine to create your own garments…Continue

Tags: learn, video, easy, lesson, manual

Started by Susan Mar 24, 2010.