BERNINA 820 QE

The precision model for the highest aspirations

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BERNINA 820 QE

The precision model for the highest aspirations

  • Extra-large work area
  • BERNINA Stitch Regulator
  • High sewing speed
  • Jumbo bobbin
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BERNINA 820 QE: The high-end sewing and quilting machine

Raising sewing and quilting to a new dimension

Raising sewing and quilting to a new dimension

One of the many advantages of the BERNINA 820 QE is its extra-large work area: more freedom of movement, a clearer view of your work, and absolute control over your sewing project make the BERNINA 820 QE the top model in its class.The BERNINA 820 QE’s 40-cm-long free arm lets you handle even large-format sewing and quilting projects with ease without sacrificing your clear view – an advantage that you’ll never again want to be without. And with a generous 30 cm space to the right of the needle, you won’t be short of room to rotate or move your fabric, even when free-motion sewing or quilting. It doesn’t get any better than this!

BERNINA StitchRegulator: Perfect free-motion sewing

BERNINA StitchRegulator: Perfect free-motion sewing

Thanks to BSR functionality, precise free-motion quilting with the BERNINA 820 QE is easier than ever before. The innovative BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) corrects irregularities when guiding the fabric, so that each stitch is exactly as long as the previous one – with straight or zigzag stitch, and at any sewing speed. This globally unique, patented feature guarantees an even stitch pattern in any direction of movement, thereby also easing the novice’s progress in free-motion sewing. You decide on the direction of sewing – the BERNINA Stitch Regulator ensures an incomparably precise stitch pattern and provides immense creative possibilities, even for inexperienced free-motion quilters.

Precision with 1,100 stitches a minute

Precision with 1,100 stitches a minute

The BERNINA 820 QE is a genuine high-performance sewing machine: with up to 1,100 stitches a minute, it’s miles ahead in its class. And even at this impressive speed, the BERNINA 820 QE’s advanced technology always guarantee consistent, excellent sewing quality with precise stitch patterns, even at high stitch widths and – thanks to the BERNINA Stitch Regulator – even when free-motion sewing. That’s why the BERNINA 820 QE meets the very highest expectations for the performance of a precision sewing machine and wows users with its ease of handling and excellent results. The BERNINA 820 QE – taking sewing and quilting to the highest level.

Jumbo bobbin for a generous supply of thread

Jumbo bobbin for a generous supply of thread

The BERNINA 820 QE’s jumbo bobbin is also testament to this machine’s excellent handling and premium features with 40 percent more thread capacity than a conventional bobbin, the jumbo bobbin continues to dispense thread long after the standard model has run out. With bobbin changes required less frequently, users can devote more time to their creative projects while avoiding undesired interruptions. The lower-thread indicator of the BERNINA 820 QE gives you sufficient advance warning that the bobbin will soon require winding. The actual changing of this part is accomplished with minimum handling, with the bobbin case swinging out and forward when the compartment is opened, letting you remove the handy jumbo bobbin by simply tapping the catch, and then replacing it – proof positive of the BERNINA 820 QE’s excellent handling in every respect.

Features & Functions

  • Sewing & Quilting
  • General Features
Maximum Sewing Speed (stitches per minute) 1100

Maximum Sewing Speed (stitches per minute)

High speed with high power.
Maximum Stitch Width 9

Maximum Stitch Width

The variable Stitch Width can be adjusted while sewing. The 9 mm maximum stitch width available on some models expands your design possibilities.
Maximum Stitch Length 6

Maximum Stitch Length

The variable Stitch Length provides a smooth transition from length to length and can be adjusted while sewing.
Adjustable Needle Positions 11

Adjustable Needle Positions

Multiple Needle Positions allow for very precise sewing. You can sew most patterns in any needle position.
Presser Foot Recommendation
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Presser Foot Recommendation

Indicator shows recommended presser foot for general use of stitch selected.
Presser Foot Selection
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Presser Foot Selection

Lets the machine know how wide a needle swing is safely possible with attached foot.
Presser Foot Library
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Presser Foot Library

Access a built-in library of current presser feet and accessories.
Automatic Buttonhole / Length Measuring System
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Automatic Buttonhole / Length Measuring System

Quickly set the length of the One-step Buttonhole. The same buttonhole size can be repeated as often as required. Remains in memory until another stitch is selected.
Manual Multi-step Buttonhole
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Manual Multi-step Buttonhole

The length of the beads is manually determined when sewing. Bartack, eye and securing stitches are preprogrammed. The individual steps can also be selected by scrolling via the arrow icons or by pushing the button «Quick Reverse».
On-Screen Buttonhole Measuring
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On-Screen Buttonhole Measuring

A button can be placed directly in the display. The size of the buttonhole is determined by turning the Mulitfunction knobs.
Adjustable Buttonhole Slit Width
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Adjustable Buttonhole Slit Width

Adjust the spacing of the beads appropriate for thick or heavy fabrics.
Import/Export Stitches via USB

Import/Export Stitches via USB

To import and export sewing stitches via a USB stick.
Temporary Altered Stitch Memory

Temporary Altered Stitch Memory

Stitch settings are remembered during the sewing session. This saves time when repeating stitches in a project.
History Function (most recently used stitch patterns)
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History Function (most recently used stitch patterns)

The last sewn stitches and their changes are recorded in a history menu and are retained even after the machine is switched off which makes separate writing down unnecessary. Stitches can be selected directly from "History".
Creative Consultant Sewing
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Creative Consultant Sewing

Get reliable support for various applications and fabrics from the integrated Sewing Consultant. Makes suggestions regarding needles, presser foot, stabilizer etc.
Pattern Begin
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Pattern Begin

Start sewing at the beginning of a pattern or sequence wherever you stopped.
Mirror-image function
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Mirror-image function

Horizontal or vertical mirroring of the stitch expands the design possibilities.
Elongation

Elongation

Extend stitch pattern length in 1% or 100% steps for decorative effects. Shortest length is 10%; maximum length is 1000%.
Continuous Reverse

Continuous Reverse

Sew backwards at a touch of a button.
Programmable Securing Function

Programmable Securing Function

Program the "Securing" button to automatically secure in place or running stitches.
BSR Enabled
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BSR Enabled

Usability of the BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) on the machine.
Start/Stop Button (stitching without foot control)

Start/Stop Button (stitching without foot control)

As an alternative to the traditional foot control, power the machine using the Start/Stop button and regulate the speed with the Slide Speed Control.
Total Number of Sewing Stitch Patterns (incl. alphabets) 1040
Alphabets / Monograms 9
Decorative Stitches 316
Button Sew-On Program
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Button Sew-On Program

Button Sew-On Foot #18 is the perfect tool for easy sewing of buttons, snap fasteners, eyelets and decorations.
Buttonholes / Eyelets 6
Practical Stitches 24
Quilting Stitches 30
Tassel/Tapering/Skyline Stitch Patterns 29

Tassel/Tapering/Skyline Stitch Patterns

For unlimited design possibilities.
Darning Programs 2
Sewing space to the right of the needle 12”
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Sewing space to the right of the needle

More sewing and embroidery space to the right of the needle offers comfort and more maneuverability when stitching large and small projects.
Weight of the Machine 35.3 lb
Measurements (W x H x D) 22.7″ / 8.9″ / 14.2″
Centrally Located Color Touch Screen
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Centrally Located Color Touch Screen

Everything at eye level; it is clear and easy to use. Can be used with fingertip or touchpen and offers touch-scroll selection. Display and backround color can be customized and the screen brightness can be set according to your needs.
Multi-function Knobs
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Multi-function Knobs

Easily accessible knobs for making stitch adjustments before and during sewing in .05 increments for smooth stitch transitions. Used in embroidery for composing and design alterations.
LED Sewing Light 30
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LED Sewing Light

Bright illumination in the needle area and over the freearm. On some machines the brightness is adjustable.
Automatic Needle Threader
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Automatic Needle Threader

Easy threading. The needle is threaded fully automatically at the touch of a button.
Semi-automatic Needle Threader
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Semi-automatic Needle Threader

Easy threading of the needle.
Manual Thread Cutters 4
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Manual Thread Cutters

Conveniently positioned thread cutters in the area of the bobbin case, the bobbin winder motor and the needle to cut off thread ends.
Total Stitch Control

Total Stitch Control

Permanent or temporary altering of length, width, needle position and other creative functions of all stitches - even while sewing.
BERNINA Dual Feed
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BERNINA Dual Feed

BERNINA Dual Feed ensures even feeding of hard-to manage fabrics with beautiful results.
Hook system RL
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Hook system

The CB Hook is the traditional BERNINA mechanism that produces the legendary BERNINA stitch quality at 5.5 mm wide.

The BERNINA Rotary Hook offers the same stitch quality at 9 mm stitch width and bobbin thread monitoring.

The innovative BERNINA Hook maintains legendary BERNINA stitch quality at 5.5 mm and 9 mm stitch widths. An easy bobbin case insertion and large capacity bobbin make this ideal.

The M Class BERNINA Rotary Hook for Longarm machines ensures the legendary BERNINA stitch quality, even at high speeds.
Bobbin Winding while Sewing/Embroidering

Bobbin Winding while Sewing/Embroidering

Fast winding of the bobbin, even while sewing.
BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS)
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BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS)

Knee operated lever raises the presser foot, lowers the feed dog and releases the thread tension keeping your hands free for guiding the fabric and the height for the fabric passage increases so that even thick layers of fabric can be easily pushed under the presser foot.
BERNINA Foot Control
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BERNINA Foot Control

Consistent control and a back-kick function to raise and lower the needle. One single push onto the front sews one stitch, one heel push makes the needle move up or down.
Thread-up Command
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Thread-up Command

Push the needle up/down button to lower and raise the needle to bring the bobbin thread to the top of the fabric so the threads can be secured manually. Perfect for quilting and free-standing lace.
Automatic Thread Cutter
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Automatic Thread Cutter

The upper and lower threads are cut automatically or at the touch of a button. The top thread is carried to the back side of the fabric. Program 2 types of tie-offs.
Adjustable Presser Foot Pressure
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Adjustable Presser Foot Pressure

Adjust the presser foot pressure to eliminate skipped stitches and wavy seams on knits.
Lower Thread Sensor

Lower Thread Sensor

Warns when the bobbin thread runs low.
Upper Thread Sensor

Upper Thread Sensor

Indicates when the upper thread breaks or runs out.
Clock/Alarm

Clock/Alarm

Program alarm time and personal alarm message.
Tutorial
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Tutorial

Access Tutorials for sewing, quilting and embroidery techniques. Also provides information about threading, needles and other including animation videos.
On-screen Help
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On-screen Help

Use the ‘?’ to identify functions and stitches. Built-in animations lead you through processes and provide reminders.
eco Mode

eco Mode

The eco mode saves energy and provides a child safety lock.
Slide speed control
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Slide speed control

Regulate the speed with the Slide Speed Control.

Accessories

Unleash your creativity with the included accessories and be prepared for any creative challenge with a huge variety of optional accessories.

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BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR)

The BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) adapts precisely to your current sewing speed to produce absolutely consistent stitching.

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Reverse Pattern Foot #1D

Reverse Pattern Foot #1D is the ideal presser foot for sewing forward and reverse-feed utility and decorative stitches.

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Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A

Depending on the model, Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A determines the desired buttonhole length for identical buttonholes either via a sensor or manually.

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Zipper Foot #4D

Thanks to its narrow, centrally positioned toe, Zipper Foot #4D can stitch very close to the zipper coils, allowing it to sew the zipper on neatly.

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Blindstitch Foot #5

Blindstitch Foot #5 is designed for sewing blind hems on all fabric thicknesses for a barely-visible finish.

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Patchwork Foot #37D

Patchwork Foot #37D features special markings and a straight stitch opening and is ideal for patchwork and precision sewing.

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Freearm Slide-on Table

The BERNINA Freearm Slide-on Table offers greater comfort thanks to an increased sewing area, without affecting free-arm function when sewing.

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Knee lifter/Free-Hand System (FHS)

The Knee lifter/Free-Hand System (FHS) lets you raise the presser foot and lower the feed dog with your knee. Recommended particularly for appliqué or any project requiring pivoting and getting bulky projects under the presser foot easily.

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Magnifying Lens Set

The Magnifying Lens Set consists of a machine mounting bracket and three lenses of different strengths for optimal magnification of the work area.

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Multiple-spool Holder

The Multiple-spool Holder provides room for several spools of different colors, allowing you to sew and embroider with greater ease and efficiency.

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Presser feet for every occasion

Presser feet for every occasion

BERNINA presser feet stand for precision and stability. They are easy to change and BERNINA has a suitable presser foot for every application.

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Accessories for Sewing Machines

Accessories for Sewing Machines

BERNINA Sewing accessories let you perform a host of creative techniques with even greater precision and comfort – according to your individual needs.

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Note:
Not all models and accessories are available in all countries. We reserve the right to make changes in both features and design.

Presser feet for every occasion

Gold-Plated Presser Foot #1

BERNINA has designed a limited 125th Anniversary Foot coming in gold. The Gold-Plated Presser Foot #1 is ideally suited to sewing forward and reverse-feed stitches with its cut-outs in front and back of the needle opening.

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Zigzag Foot #0

Zigzag Foot #0 is a versatile all-purpose foot which beautifully handles straight-stitch and zigzag sewing projects as well as decorative projects and embroidery.

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Finger Guard #99

The Finger Guard #99 could be added to every foot for safety, which makes the foot ideal for beginners or children.

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Reverse Pattern Foot #1

Reverse Pattern Foot #1 is the ideal presser foot for sewing forward and reverse-feed utility and decorative stitches.

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Reverse Pattern Foot #1C

Reverse Pattern Foot #1C is the ideal presser foot for sewing forward and reverse-feed utility and decorative stitches.

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Overlock Foot #2

Overlock Foot #2 lets you neaten seams easily and sew high-quality hems, waistbands and overlock seams on knit fabrics.

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Overlock Foot #2A

Overlock Foot #2A lets you neaten seams easily and sew high-quality hems, waistbands and overlock seams on knit fabrics.

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Buttonhole Foot #3

Buttonhole Foot #3 is the natural choice for easy sewing of buttonholes with and without cording, and is also ideal for gathering with cord.

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Buttonhole Foot #3C

Buttonhole Foot #3C is the natural choice for easy sewing of buttonholes with and without cording, and is also ideal for gathering with cord.

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Zipper Foot #4

Thanks to its narrow, centrally positioned toe, Zipper Foot #4 can stitch very close to the zipper coils, allowing it to sew the zipper on neatly.

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Embroidery Foot #6

Embroidery Foot #6 features a wide channel in its sole for sewing appliqués and decorative stitching. There is also a small hole in the center of the foot for couching a narrow cord.

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Tailor Tack Foot #7

Tailor Tack Foot #7 is suitable for marking seams on the fabric. It can also be used for attractive decorative applications such as 3D effects, fringing and fagotting.

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Jeans Foot #8

Jeans Foot #8 produces neat straight-stitched seams on tough, heavy fabrics such as denim, leather or canvas.

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Jeans Foot #8D

Jeans Foot #8D produces neat straight-stitched seams on tough, heavy fabrics such as denim, leather or canvas.

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Darning Foot #9

The vertical spring action of Darning Foot #9 prevents the fabric from flagging and produces a neat stitch pattern. This foot is also suitable for free-motion embroidery.

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Edgestitch Foot #10

Edgestitch Foot #10 is ideal for topstitching, hemming and embellishing. Its special guide blade helps you sew perfectly straight seams.

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Edgestitch Foot #10C

Edgestitch Foot #10C is ideal for topstitching, hemming and embellishing. Its special guide blade helps you sew perfectly straight seams.

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Edgestitch Foot #10D

Edgestitch Foot #10D is ideal for topstitching, hemming and embellishing. Its special guide blade helps you sew perfectly straight seams.

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Cordonnet Foot #11

The special design of the BERNINA Cordonnet Foot #11 enables precise embellishment and topstitching with cordonnet thread as the upper thread.

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Bulky Overlock Foot #12

Bulky Overlock Foot #12 is suitable for sewing knits, as well as for making and attaching piping and cords.

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Bulky Overlock Foot #12C

Bulky Overlock Foot #12C is suitable for sewing knits, as well as for making and attaching piping and cords.

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Zipper Foot with Guide #14D

Zipper Foot with Guide #14D produces pefectly parallel lines of straight topstitching, and is ideal for the professional insertion of zippers.

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Embroidery Foot #15

With its oval shape and hopper mechanism with vertical spring, Embroidery Foot #15 is the perfect presser foot for all free-motion embroidery and darning projects.

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Gathering Foot #16

Gathering Foot #16 is a wiz at gathering fabrics. If needed, it can sew a flat piece of fabric to a second piece of fabric while gathering the latter – in a single operation.

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Button Sew-On Foot #18

Button Sew-On Foot #18 is the perfect tool for easy sewing of buttons, snap fasteners, eyelets and decorations.

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Open Embroidery Foot #20

Open Embroidery Foot #20 is ideal for decorative stitching with your sewing machine. The indentation in the sole of the presser foot allows it to glide smoothly over dense stitches.

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Open Embroidery Foot #20C

Open Embroidery Foot #20C is ideal for embroidering with your sewing machine. The indentation in the sole of the presser foot allows it to glide smoothly over dense stitches.

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Open Embroidery Foot #20D

Open Embroidery Foot #20D is ideal for embroidering with your sewing machine. The indentation in the sole of the presser foot allows it to glide smoothly over dense stitches.

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Open Embroidery Foot Sole #20

Open Embroidery Foot Sole #20 is ideal for decorative stitching with your sewing machine. The indentation in the sole of the presser foot allows it to glide smoothly over dense stitches.

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Braiding Foot #21

Braiding Foot #21 is ideal for creating stylish couched-cord embellishments with a consistent stitch pattern.

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Cording Foot with 3 Grooves #22

With its grooves and swing-out latch, Cording Foot with 3 Grooves #22 is ideal for the simultaneous couching of several strands of cording or yarns.

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Appliqué Foot #23

Appliqué Foot #23 lets you sew even dense rows of stitches without a hitch – ideal for appliquéing and sewing mini-piping, as well as for traditional sewing techniques.

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Free-Motion Embroidery Foot #24

Free-Motion Embroidery Foot #24 features a spring-loaded mechanism that prevents the fabric from pulling up with the needle (flagging) when embroidering.

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Cording Foot with 5 Grooves #25

Cording Foot with 5 Grooves #25 is ideal for the simultaneous couching of several parallel strands of yarn or wool thread.

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Quilting Foot #29

The vertical spring action of Quilting Foot #29 presses the foot firmly to your project, preventing the fabric from flagging and ensuring a neat stitch pattern.

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Quilting Foot #29C

The vertical spring action of Quilting Foot #29C presses the foot firmly to your project, preventing the fabric from flagging and ensuring a neat stitch pattern.

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Pintuck Foot with 3 Grooves #30

Pintuck Foot with 3 Grooves #30 is used when sewing pintucks with a double needle. The grooves enable you to sew parallel tucks.

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Pintuck Foot with 5 Grooves #31

Pintuck Foot with 5 Grooves #31 is specially suited to sewing pintucks on medium weight fabrics when using a double needle.

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Pintuck Foot with 7 Grooves #32

Pintuck Foot with 7 Grooves #32 sews fine pintucks on light and medium weight fabrics and is a practical helper with smocking and entredeux.

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Pintuck Foot with 9 Grooves #33

Pintuck Foot with 9 Grooves #33 is especially suited to sewing pintucks with a double needle on very delicate fabrics.

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Reverse Pattern Foot with Clear Sole #34

Reverse Pattern Foot with Clear Sole #34 affords you a perfect view of the stitching and needle area. The markings on the sole enable you to sew very precisely.

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Reverse Pattern Foot with Clear Sole #34C

Reverse Pattern Foot with Clear Sole #34C affords you a perfect view of the stitching and needle area. The markings on the sole enable you to sew very precisely.

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Reverse Pattern Foot with Clear Sole #34D

Reverse Pattern Foot with Clear Sole #34D affords you a perfect view of the stitching and needle area. The markings on the sole enable you to sew very precisely.

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Invisible Zipper Foot #35

The diagonal grooves of Invisible Zipper Foot #35 enable you to stitch zippers invisibly into the seams of garments and accessories.

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Patchwork Foot #37

Patchwork Foot #37 features engraved markings for all your ¼” needs. The straight stitch opening is ideal for patchwork and precision sewing.

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Patchwork Foot Sole #37

Patchwork Foot Sole #37 features engraved markings for all your ¼” needs. The straight stitch opening is ideal for patchwork and precision sewing.
 

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Piping Foot #38

The right side of Piping Foot #38 is higher than the left side, allowing it to ride more easily over thick layers of fabric and sew mini-piping and trim.

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Embroidery Foot with Clear Sole #39

Embroidery Foot with Clear Sole #39 provides a clear view of the stitching area and is an expert in decorative stitch patterns, appliqué, and satin stitching.

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Embroidery Foot with Clear Sole #39C

Embroidery Foot with Clear Sole #39C provides a clear view of the stitching area and is an expert in decorative stitch patterns, appliqué, and satin stitching.

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Free-Motion Couching Foot #43

Free-Motion Couching Foot #43 couches ribbons, braid or cords directly onto the fabric, letting you sew in any direction you wish with the feed dog lowered.

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Echo Quilting and CutWork Foot #44C

Echo Quilting and CutWork Foot #44C is your expert for quilting and CutWork projects. It’s also the ideal foot for free-motion embroidery and thread painting.

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Pintuck and Decorative Stitch Foot with Clear Sole #46C

Pintuck and Decorative Stitch Foot with Clear Sole #46C makes it easier to sew pintucks, and can also be used for embellishing the finished pintucks.

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Spanish Hemstitch Attachment #47

The Spanish Hemstitch Attachment #47 is ideal for sewing on edgings and fringe, as well as for joining two pieces of fabric together with an heirloom touch.

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Three-Sole Walking Foot with Seam Guide #50

Three-Sole Walking Foot with Seam Guide #50 is an indispensable aid when sewing difficult fabrics.

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Red Three-Sole Walking Foot with Seam Guide #50

The Red Three-Sole Walking Foot with Seam Guide #50 is an indispensable aid when sewing difficult fabrics.

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Roller Foot #51

Roller Foot #51 ensures even fabric feed on difficult fabrics. Thanks to its rollers, it glides easily over "sticky" materials.

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Zigzag Foot with Non-Stick Sole #52

Thanks to its non-stick coating, Zigzag Foot with Non-Stick Sole #52 glides effortlessly over "sticky" materials such as leather, plastic or vinyl.

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Zigzag Foot with Non-Stick Sole #52C

Thanks to its non-stick coating, Zigzag Foot with Non-Stick Sole #52C glides effortlessly over "sticky" materials such as leather, plastic or vinyl.

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Zigzag Foot with Non-Stick Sole #52D

Thanks to its non-stick coating, Zigzag Foot with Non-Stick Sole #52D glides effortlessly over "sticky" materials such as leather, plastic or vinyl.

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Straight Stitch Foot with Non-Stick Sole #53

Straight Stitch Foot with Non-Stick Sole #53 makes it easier to sew "sticky" materials, ensuring an even, pucker-free straight-stitch.

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Zipper Foot with Non-Stick Sole #54

Zipper Foot with Non-Stick Sole #54 sews zippers to "sticky" fabrics, producing exactly parallel seams as it does so – thanks to its guide.

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Leather Roller Foot #55

Leather Roller Foot #55 rolls over the fabric, enabling neat, even stitching on difficult or "sticky" surfaces.

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Open Embroidery Foot with Non-Stick Sole #56

Open embroidery foot with sliding sole #56 is suitable for appliqués, Richelieu embroidery, or following patterns on "sticky" fabrics.

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Patchwork Foot with Guide #57

Patchwork Foot with Guide #57 sews precise straight lines, and is ideally suited for sewing and patchwork projects.

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Patchwork Foot with Guide #57D

Patchwork Foot with Guide #57D sews precise straight lines, and is ideally suited for sewing and patchwork projects.

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Double Cord Foot #59C

The two 6-mm grooves in the sole of Double Cord Foot #59C enable the simultaneous couching of two parallel cords. This foot is also ideal for sewing piping.

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Double Cord Foot #60C

In addition to sewing piping, Double Cord Foot #60C enables the quick, even couching of two parallel strands of cording.

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Zigzag Hemmer #61

Zigzag Hemmer #61 turns the fabric edge under twice and sews it with a zigzag stitch to produce a narrow, sturdy hem.

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Straight Stitch Hemmer #62

The width of the channel in the sole of Straight Stitch Hemmer #62 corresponds to the width of the finished hem, making this presser foot ideal for narrow hems.

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Zigzag Hemmer #63

Zigzag Hemmer #63  is ideal for sewing double-turned hems on fine fabrics.

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Straight Stitch Hemmer #64

With Straight Stitch Hemmer #64 the fabric edge is turned under twice and sewn with a straight-stitch to form a 4 mm wide, compact hem.

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Zigzag Hemmer #66

By turning the fabric under twice, Zigzag Hemmer #66 enables precise stitching and a sturdy hem in medium weight fabrics.

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Roll and Shell Hemmer #68

Roll and Shell Hemmer #68 is suitable for hemming soft fabrics. Its 2-mm guide produces a decorative three-dimensional hem.

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Roll and Shell Hemmer #69

Roll and Shell Hemmer #69 is suitable for hemming soft fabrics, such as tricot T-shirts.

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Lap Seam Foot #70

Lap Seam Foot #70 enables you to sew precise lapped and flat-felled seams in light and medium weight fabrics, and is also suitable for reversible clothing.

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Lap Seam Foot #71

Lap Seam Foot #71 lets you sew up to 6 mm wide flat-felled seams in two steps on jeans and sportswear.

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Adjustable Ruler Foot #72

This foot allows you to sew along Plexiglas rulers to create decorative quilt designs such as lines, feathers, circles etc.

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Adjustable Ruler Foot with Slit #72S

Thanks to the slit in the Adjustable Ruler Foot #72S, you can change a sewing foot without having to cut the thread. This allows an easy transition from Rulerwork to other applications.

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Adjustable Stippling Foot #73

Free-motion quilting and embroidery with the Adjustable Stippling Foot #73 is pure pleasure. Very detailed quilting of small patterns becomes easier than ever.
 

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Adjustable Gliding Cup Foot #74

The Adjustable Gliding Cup Foot #74 is a cup-shaped foot that aids in quilting around dimensional elements on a quilt. Easily quilt around or over raised and uneven seams and embellishments.

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Ruffler #86

Ruffler #86 is specially suited to gathering and pleating fabrics. The density and depth of the pleats can be set.

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Binder Attachment for Pre-Folded Bias Tape #87

Binder Attachment for Pre-Folded Bias Tape #87 enables you to produce even edge finishes with bias binding.

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Binder Attachment for Unfolded Bias Tape #88

Binder Attachment for Unfolded Bias Tape #88 makes sewing neat, even edge finishes a cinch.

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Binder Foot #95

Binder Foot #95 for Binder Attachment #87 and #88 makes it easier to sew edge finishes with bias binding.

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Binder Foot #95C

Binder Foot #95C for Binder Attachment #87 and #88 makes it easier to sew edge finishes with bias binding.

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Patchwork Foot #97

The Patchwork Foot #97 is ideal for patchworking and other exact work.

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Patchwork Foot #97D

The Patchwork Foot #97D is ideal for patchworking and other exact work.

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Pintuck Attachment

The Pintuck Attachment makes it easier to sew full pintucks. This creates a beautiful raised effect.

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Couching Inserts

The Couching Inserts were developed specifically for quilting with the Adjustable Ruler Foot #72. These protect the surface from abrasion when quilting with metallic cords or yarns.

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Echo-quilting Clips

These Echo-quilting Clips have been especially developed for quilting with the Adjustable Ruler Foot #72 and Ruler Foot #96. 

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Presser-foot Set D

The Presser-foot Set D contains 5 selected presser feet enabling you to sew the most popular stitches and perform the most common sewing tasks.

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Accessories for Sewing Machines

9mm Stitch Plate with 5.5mm Stitch Hole

The 9mm Stitch Plate with 5.5mm Stitch Hole is ideal for sewing decorative stitches with a width of up to 5.5 mm. It is very useful when working with soft, fine fabrics.

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PunchWork Stitch Plate

The PunchWork Stitch Plate is particularly suitable for needle-felting on rotary hook sewing machines.

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Seam Guide for Slide-on Table

The Seam Guide for Slide-on Table facilitates professional-quality wide edgestitching while ensuring even distances between seams.

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Plexiglass Extension Table for Quilting

The large Plexiglass extension table increases your work space when sewing large quilts. The fabric feeds like a dream over its smooth surface.

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XL Trolley

The XL Trolley is designed for the sewing machines of the BERNINA 7 and 8 Series. The advanced padding system and the high-quality outer material provide a thorough protection for your sewing machine.

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Accessory Case

The BERNINA Accessory Case is the perfect place to store up to 43 sewing feet and other small accessories. An ideal travel companion for sewing or embroidery machines.

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Standard Adapter Shank #75

Standard Adapter Shank #75 permits the easy attachment of accessories for various sewing techniques to preferred sewing machines.

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Short Adapter Shank #77

Short Adapter Shank #77 is especially suited for attaching presser feet with a short shank.

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Snap On Shank #78

The Snap On Shank #78 enables you to change snap-on soles in no time flat. Many different snap-on soles fit on this shank.

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Patchwork Seam Guide

The Patchwork Seam Guide can be attached at the desired distance from the needle. This tool makes sewing straight seams and hems a breeze.

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Circular Embroidery Attachment #83

Circular Embroidery Attachment #83 lets you embellish perfect circles or semicircles of various diameters with utility or decorative stitches as well as lettering.

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Eyelet Embroidery Attachment #82 with Foot #92

Eyelet Embroidery Attachment #82 with Foot #92 lets you punch and embroider decorative and functional eyelets.

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Hosiery Darning Hoop

The Hosiery Darning Hoop enables accurate, effortless darning of hosiery and textiles. The non-slip hoop holds the fabric evenly taut.

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Presser Foot for Eyelet Embroidery #92

Presser Foot for Eyelet Embroidery #92 is a free-motion foot that lets you embroider various-sized eyelets for both decorative and functional purposes.

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Right and Left Seam Guide

The Right and Left Seam Guide is a useful aid for producing straight seams on needlework, home furnishings, and garments.

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Seam Guide with Scale

The Seam Guide with Scale serves as a guide tool, the marked distances on the ruler allowing you to to sew evenly spaced parallel seams

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Buttonhole Leveler

The Buttonhole Leveler makes quick work of sewing buttonholes on fabric edges and on fabric layers of different thickness.

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Buttonhole Cutter with Wooden Block

The Buttonhole Cutter with Wooden Block requires only slight pressure to cut open finished buttonholes, without damaging beads and bartacks.

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Ruler Kit

The BERNINA Ruler Kits contain five different templates. In combination with the Ruler Foot #96, beautiful, decorative quilting patterns, such as connected wavy lines, are easy to create.

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PunchWork Tool for Rotary-, B9- and BERNINA-hook Machines

Designed for sewing machines with a rotary hook, the PunchWork Tool for Rotary-, B9- and BERNINA-hook Machines enables you to needle-felt on wool fabrics and loden.

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Multiple-spool-holder Extension

The BERNINA Multiple-spool-holder Extension accommodates additional spools, allowing you to complete your sewing projects quickly and efficiently.

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Touchscreen Pen

The Touchscreen Pen – ideal for working on the touch screens on BERNINA sewing and embroidery computers. Operate the touch screen by gently tapping it.

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Needle punch accessory set for rotary hook machines

The BERNINA needle set is specially designed for the needle punch accessory set for rotary hook machines providing an optimal felting experience.

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Border Rulers Kit

The Border Rulers Kit consists of four pieces and is perfect for quilting waves, hearts and oval designs.

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Essential Ruler Kit

The Essential Ruler Kit consists of four pieces and is perfect for quilting squiggly designs, waves and nested circles.

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Curves and Clams Ruler Kit

The Curves and Clams Ruler Kit consists of four pieces and is perfect for quilting squiggly designs, clamshells, curves & nested mini ovals.
 

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Tutorials

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  • BERNINA 830 (8 Series) - the queen of sewing machines

    Modern technology in its highest form: the BERNINA 830 is the queen of the BERNINA sewing and embroidery machines. It's fast and has more space to sew and embroider than any other machine. A wide selection of embroidery motifs are built in for easy editing on the touch screen. With the integrated Dual Feed, you can handle even the most challenging of fabric combinations.

  • 1/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Basic functions

    Based on a concrete example - sewing a stylish bag in crazy-patchwork technique - setting up and the basic functions of the BERNINA 820 are explained in the first part of the online tutorial. These video instructions show the setting up of the machine and use of the accessories -- setting up of sewing machine, threading the machine, attaching the slide-on extension table and seam guide, needle information, securing stitches, automatic thread cutter, presser feet. Check out the other parts of the online tutorial or visit us at http://www.bernina.com

  • 2/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Setting up and basic settings

    The second part of the BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorial demonstrates how to set up the BERNINA 820 and shows the basic settings in the setup menu. Learn everything about the centrally located, ergonomic touch screen and how to enter a personal welcome text. Watch the instructions and learn how to set the sewing light ideally and how to have the stitch width, stitch length and needle positions displayed in the screen. Watch how to set the clock and alarm, get to know the menus and how to adjust the stitch length, stitch width and thread-tension settings. Check out the other parts of the online tutorial or visit us at http://www.bernina.com

  • 3/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Decorative stitches for quilting

    The third part of the BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorial shows you the countless beautiful decorative stitches the BERNINA 820 provides for embellishing all your sewing projects - clothing, home dec, crafts, quilts. This huge selection allows for endless creative options! You'll learn how to select quilting and patchwork stitches on your BERNINA 820 sewing computer, e.g. quilters securing program, quilting straightstitch, handlook quilting stitch. You'll also learn how easy and fast it is to sew together any pieces of fabric with the aid of the presser-foot lifter and the automatic securing function, creating unique patterns in a cinch. Check out the other parts of the online tutorial or visit us at http://www.bernina.com

  • 4/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Customising buttonholes with the buttonhole program

    The fourth part of the BERNINA 820 online tutorials demonstrates how to program and sew buttonholes with your BERNINA 820. Your BERNINA 820 provides 6 different buttonhole types - perfect for any project! Select 'Buttonholes' category to open the buttonhole menu where you can choose from the buttonhole types provided. The buttonhole length can be programmed via directly entering the length, manual setting or by stitch count. Then set the width of the buttonhole slit and the bead. The slit width can be reduced or increased depending on the fabric used. Use the automatic buttonhole foot for easy stitching of the buttonhole, saving it then in Personal Program for re-use at any time. Check out the other parts of the online tutorial or visit us at http://www.bernina.com

  • 5/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Dual feed BERNINA Stitch Regulator BSR

    The fifth part of the BERNINA 820 online tutorial demonstrates BERNINA dual feed and BERNINA Stitch Regulator functionalities. Use the dual feed and a D presser foot or use the walking foot for optimum, even top and bottom feeding, enabling you to easily manoeuvre and deal with textured fabrics and multiple layers of fabric. The BERNINA exclusive and world's first -- the new BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) -- enables you to free-motion quilt and sew with even stitch lengths at irregular speeds. The BSR presser foot responds to the fabric movement under the presser foot and controls sewing speed up to the possible maximum. BSR can be used with the foot control or, if the foot control is deactivated, with the start-/stop button. For successful completion of all your sewing and quilting projects! Check out the other parts of the online tutorial or visit us at http://www.bernina.com

  • 6/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Special accessories

    The sixth part of the BERNINA 820 online tutorial provides an overview of the versatile, special accessories for optimum and even improved use of your BERNINA 820 sewing machine: The pintuck accessory easily accommodates the cord for corded pintucks with a double needle. It can also be used for off-the-edge scallops on collars and cuffs and heirloom embroidery. The magnifying glass set provides three lenses of different diopters - ideal for delicate work. The BERNINA walking foot has three different soles and a seam guide, allowing for sewing together three layers of fabric without shifting. The multiple spool holder and the extra big embroidery hoop allow for even more sewing comfort. Use the BERNINA sewing- and quilting cabinet and drawer cabinet for more efficient sewing and pleasure even in small space. The quilting frame will make any quilting project a success! Check out the other parts of the online tutorial or visit us at http://www.bernina.com

  • BERNINA 830 (8 Series) - the queen of sewing machines

    BERNINA 830 (8 Series) - the queen of sewing machines

  • 1/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Basic functions

    1/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Basic functions

  • 2/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Setting up and basic settings

    2/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Setting up and basic settings

  • 3/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Decorative stitches for quilting

    3/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Decorative stitches for quilting

  • 4/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Customising buttonholes with the buttonhole program

    4/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Customising buttonholes with the buttonhole program

  • 5/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Dual feed BERNINA Stitch Regulator BSR

    5/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Dual feed BERNINA Stitch Regulator BSR

  • 6/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Special accessories

    6/6 BERNINA 820 sewing machine online tutorials: Special accessories

Support for your BERNINA 820 QE

To ensure that you enjoy your BERNINA for as long as possible, we recommend that you read the detailed operating instructions. Further support information and firmware updates can be found on the support page.

Download manual Support page BERNINA 820 QE

Personal advice at your Local BERNINA Store

Over 2,000 BERNINA Stores worldwide offer valuable services to all our customers. Your local BERNINA Store is there to proudly help you, with advice on machines and accessories that best suit your needs, selection of BERNINA Embroidery Software and also in servicing your BERNINA.