aurora 440 QE

The high-performance model with BERNINA Stitch Regulator

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aurora 440 QE

The high-performance model with BERNINA Stitch Regulator

  • Embroidery module with BERNINA ArtDesign software (optional)
  • Separate winder motor
  • Start/stop button
  • Speed control
  • BSR – BERNINA Stitch Regulator
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The aurora 440 QE – A sewing machine for everyone and every application.

The aurora sewing machine is a sensation, making sewing easier than ever before. A wealth of new functions and the greatest possible ease of operation make the aurora a sewing machine for everyone and every application. The aurora 440 QE is the first sewing machine in the world to be equipped with BSR (BERNINA Stitch Regulator) – the exclusive BERNINA innovation for free-motion stitching with consistent stitch lengths even at variable sewing speeds. The BSR makes free-motion quilting easier for novices and pros alike.

Embroidery module with BERNINA ArtDesign Software (optional)

Embroidery module with BERNINA ArtDesign Software (optional)

Included with the embroidery module, this BERNINA software lets you alter many embroidery designs before stitching them out, by enlarging or mirroring them, adding letters, changing colors, and combining designs.

Features & Functions

  • Sewing & Quilting
  • Embroidery
  • General Features
Maximum Sewing Speed (stitches per minute) 900

Maximum Sewing Speed (stitches per minute)

High speed with high power.
Maximum Stitch Width 5.5

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 5

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.
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.
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.
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.
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) 378
Alphabets / Monograms 3
Decorative Stitches 149
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 9
Practical Stitches 22
Quilting Stitches 17
Darning Programs 1
Maximum Embroidery Speed (Stitches per minute) 660

Maximum Embroidery Speed (Stitches per minute)

Enjoy high speed for completing embroidery projects quicker.
Freearm Embroidery Opt.
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Freearm Embroidery

Easy freearm embroidery with all embroidery hoops without additional tools. For embroidering tubular items such as pant legs, t-shirts, onesies, etc.
Built-in Embroidery Designs 40
Embroidery Alphabets via PC
Personal Memory for Saving Embroidery Designs

Personal Memory for Saving Embroidery Designs

Own combinations, altered embroidery designs or external designs can be stored.
Embroidery design formats .ART
Embroidery Sequence Control
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Embroidery Sequence Control

This function helps to reposition the embroidery position after a thread breakage. You can move forward or backward stitch-by-stitch or in steps of 50.
Position Recall PC

Position Recall

The last embroidered stitch is always saved so that embroidery can be resumed at exactly the same point in the project in case of a power failure.
Manual Thread Cutters 3
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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.
Hook system CB
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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.
Slide speed control
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Slide speed control

Regulate the speed with the Slide Speed Control.

Stitch pattern aurora 440 QE

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 #1

Reverse Pattern Foot #1 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 #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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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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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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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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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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CB-hook Bobbins and Bobbin Cases

The CB Hook is one of the four BERNINA hook systems. You can find out which machines require CB-hook Bobbins and Bobbin Cases.

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Slide-on Table

Extend your sewing surface with the Freearm Slide-on Table to support your large projects. Easily remove it when using only the freearm, such as for sewing small tubular projects.

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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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Knee lifter/Free Hand System (FHS)

The Knee lifter/Free Hand System (FHS) lets you raise the presser foot with your knee. Especially recommended for delicate fabrics.

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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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Accessories for Embroidery Machines

Accessories for Embroidery Machines

BERNINA’s accessories for embroidery machines turn your embroidery machine into a versatile tool for exciting professional embroidery techniques.

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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

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Drop-Shaped Embroidery Foot #26

Thanks to its special tear-drop shape, Drop-Shaped Embroidery Foot #26 allows you to embroider with the embroidery module and to darn delicate fabrics.

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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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

Presser-foot Set contains special feet for sewing buttonholes and blind hems, for zippers, and for reverse-feed stitching.

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Accessories for Sewing Machines

L Trolley

The L Trolley is designed to be solid and lightweight. It is compatible with the BERNINA 2, 3, 4 and 5 Series. The advanced padding system and the high-quality outer material provide a thorough protection for your sewing machine.

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Carrying Bag for Sewing Machines

This attractive BERNINA Carrying Bag for Sewing Machines offers plenty of room, and protects your sewing machine and accessories even when traveling.

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Carrying Bag for Embroidery Modules

The Carrying Bag for Embroidery Modules is suitable for both storing and transporting your BERNINA embroidery module along with its accessories.

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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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Adjustable Guide

The Adjustable Guide allows you maintain even spacing between rows of straight or decorative stitching.

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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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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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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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Needle Set for Needle Punch Accessory Set for CB Hooks

The BERNINA needle set is specifically designed for the needle punch accessory set for CB hooks providing an optimal felting experience.

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Accessories for Embroidery Machines

Embroidery Module S

Embroider like a pro:
With an embroidery width of 15 cm and the optional adapter for free-arm embroidery, even closed and tubular sewing projects can be embroidered.

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Plexiglass Extension Table for Embroidery Module

The Plexiglass Extension Table for Embroidery Module expands your work space for easier handling and and stitching precision on large embroidery projects.

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Small Embroidery Hoop

The Small Embroidery Hoop is a whiz at embroidering tubular items such as sleeves or pant legs.

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Large Oval Embroidery Hoop

The Large Oval Embroidery Hoop is suitable for both design combinations and extensive embroidery designs. The template makes quick work of accurately positioning the project in the hoop.

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Mega Embroidery Hoop

The Mega Embroidery Hoop lets you embroider large design combinations and borders without gaps or mismatch.

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Freearm Embroidery Adapter for Small Hoop

The Freearm Embroidery Adapter for Small Hoop is suitable for embroidery on closed or tubular items such as pockets or pant legs.

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Freearm Embroidery Adapter for Medium and Oval Hoops

The Freearm Embroidery Adapter for Medium and Oval Hoops enables you to embroider tubular and closed sewing projects without undoing their seams.

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Support for your BERNINA aurora 440 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 aurora 440 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.

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