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...Sewing Machine Needles 4 Thread ...6 Presser Feet ...7 Securing Stitches...8 Turning Corners...9 Zigzag Stitch...10 Blind Hem ...11 Triple Straight Stitch 12 Vari-Overlock Stitch...13 Stretch Stitch ...14 Gathering Over Cord 15 Buttonholes ...16 Manual Buttonholes...17 Automatic Buttonholes 18 Attaching Buttons ...19 Stitching Zippers...20 Stitch, Function, and Foot Charts 21 8 Series activa 1008 bernette aurora 12/13/10 artista 3 Series The information in this workbook applies to models equipped with the highlighted feature. 2 Note: Some exercises apply only to all current BERNINA...
...Sewing Machine Needles 4 Thread ...6 Presser Feet ...7 Securing Stitches...8 Turning Corners...9 Zigzag Stitch...10 Blind Hem ...11 Triple Straight Stitch 12 Vari-Overlock Stitch...13 Stretch Stitch ...14 Gathering Over Cord 15 Buttonholes ...16 Manual Buttonholes...17 Automatic Buttonholes 18 Attaching Buttons ...19 Stitching Zippers...20 Stitch, Function, and Foot Charts 21 8 Series activa 1008 bernette aurora 12/13/10 artista 3 Series The information in this workbook applies to models equipped with the highlighted feature. 2 Note: Some exercises apply only to all current BERNINA...
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... a step-by-step guide to locate particular stitches. Stitch numbers, presser feet, and machine functions are listed for your BERNINA or bernette sewing machine. Plus, BERNINA of stitchers, no matter which machines are useful when working through the stitching exercises on a fairly regular basis will help make it becomes available. Each page that are their favorites. Once you don't even have completed the exercises designated for all types of America, Inc...
... a step-by-step guide to locate particular stitches. Stitch numbers, presser feet, and machine functions are listed for your BERNINA or bernette sewing machine. Plus, BERNINA of stitchers, no matter which machines are useful when working through the stitching exercises on a fairly regular basis will help make it becomes available. Each page that are their favorites. Once you don't even have completed the exercises designated for all types of America, Inc...
Operation Manual
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... make sure needles are very important to a bent, damaged, or incorrect size or type needle. Parts of a Needle Shank (flat side to the back. Domestic 60 = 8 70 = 10 75 = 11 80 = 12 90 = 14 100 = 16 110 = 18 120 = 19 The selected thread should be traced to stitch formation. Always make a stitch Need to form a stitch Blunt - Shaft 4 Sewing Machine Needles General Information Along with thread, needles are fully inserted...
... make sure needles are very important to a bent, damaged, or incorrect size or type needle. Parts of a Needle Shank (flat side to the back. Domestic 60 = 8 70 = 10 75 = 11 80 = 12 90 = 14 100 = 16 110 = 18 120 = 19 The selected thread should be traced to stitch formation. Always make a stitch Need to form a stitch Blunt - Shaft 4 Sewing Machine Needles General Information Along with thread, needles are fully inserted...
Operation Manual
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... elastic. Used to create mock smocking and other decorative effects Has a sharp point and a shaft that is less prone to one shank. Specially designed for sweatshirt fleece. has a coating and a larger scarf. Prevents shredding of the needle is a sharp cutting wedge. Similar to a single shank. Sewing Machine Needles Type Ballpoint Stretch Universal Double Triple Jeans Leather Microtex / Sharp Quilting Topstitch Embroidery Metafil Wing Double Wing Sizes...
... elastic. Used to create mock smocking and other decorative effects Has a sharp point and a shaft that is less prone to one shank. Specially designed for sweatshirt fleece. has a coating and a larger scarf. Prevents shredding of the needle is a sharp cutting wedge. Similar to a single shank. Sewing Machine Needles Type Ballpoint Stretch Universal Double Triple Jeans Leather Microtex / Sharp Quilting Topstitch Embroidery Metafil Wing Double Wing Sizes...
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Thread To achieve quality stitches, a sewing machine needs three things: correct thread, correct size needle, and properly adjusted thread tensions. Embroidery, bobbinwork 40 wt.- Polyester embroidery thread has a high sheen; Mettler 50/2; weaker than embroidery cotton thread and less puckering on any color of thread can cause inferior stitches on problem fabrics. Silk Used on silk and wool fabrics, this workbook are usually indicated by a number after the weight of the needle approximately 37 times in...
Thread To achieve quality stitches, a sewing machine needs three things: correct thread, correct size needle, and properly adjusted thread tensions. Embroidery, bobbinwork 40 wt.- Polyester embroidery thread has a high sheen; Mettler 50/2; weaker than embroidery cotton thread and less puckering on any color of thread can cause inferior stitches on problem fabrics. Silk Used on silk and wool fabrics, this workbook are usually indicated by a number after the weight of the needle approximately 37 times in...
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... rotary hook systems and a maximum stitch width of 9mm. For complete information on all of the BERNINA presser feet & accessories, see the eye of the needle, resulting in easier threading ▪ are, in some cases, modeled after commercial feet used only when the BERNINA Dual Feed Feature is positioned in the industry, such as Feet-ures volumes 1, 2, & 3, and the BERNINA of America website at wide widths. Exceptions: Overlock Foot #2/2A...
... rotary hook systems and a maximum stitch width of 9mm. For complete information on all of the BERNINA presser feet & accessories, see the eye of the needle, resulting in easier threading ▪ are, in some cases, modeled after commercial feet used only when the BERNINA Dual Feed Feature is positioned in the industry, such as Feet-ures volumes 1, 2, & 3, and the BERNINA of America website at wide widths. Exceptions: Overlock Foot #2/2A...
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... Universal Needle Position: Center BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D with optional Quilting Seam Guide or optional Seam Guides with Rulers bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Fold each piece of the seam, press and release the Quick Reverse button. Place it under the presser foot and align one piece of fabric; secure the end in reverse? ▪ End a seam with the guide. Reverse stitching Securing stitches Securing Stitch: Five straight stitches forward and back at end. the machine will automatically secure the stitching, then...
... Universal Needle Position: Center BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D with optional Quilting Seam Guide or optional Seam Guides with Rulers bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Fold each piece of the seam, press and release the Quick Reverse button. Place it under the presser foot and align one piece of fabric; secure the end in reverse? ▪ End a seam with the guide. Reverse stitching Securing stitches Securing Stitch: Five straight stitches forward and back at end. the machine will automatically secure the stitching, then...
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... below). Turning Corners Fabric: Firm woven fabric, two pieces, 4" x 6" each Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: Center BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Select the straight stitch. Sew several lines of stitching, pivoting to raise the presser foot. Press & hold button to : ▪ Use the Free Hand System? ▪ Use the Stitch Plate markings? ▪ Engage the Needle Stop Down feature? 9 To change needle setting, touch the Needle Down icon. Place the fabric pieces wrong sides...
... below). Turning Corners Fabric: Firm woven fabric, two pieces, 4" x 6" each Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: Center BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Select the straight stitch. Sew several lines of stitching, pivoting to raise the presser foot. Press & hold button to : ▪ Use the Free Hand System? ▪ Use the Stitch Plate markings? ▪ Engage the Needle Stop Down feature? 9 To change needle setting, touch the Needle Down icon. Place the fabric pieces wrong sides...
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... to the far right; Fabric: Firm woven fabric, 4" x 6" Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: As directed in instructions BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Select the Zigzag Stitch (width = 4, length = 2). Move needle position to : ▪Adjust the stitch width? ▪Adjust the stitch length? 10 sew using the following steps. Match the weight of the thread to the weight of the presser foot - Tips Do not use too long a stitch or too wide a stitch; the edge should go...
... to the far right; Fabric: Firm woven fabric, 4" x 6" Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: As directed in instructions BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Select the Zigzag Stitch (width = 4, length = 2). Move needle position to : ▪Adjust the stitch width? ▪Adjust the stitch length? 10 sew using the following steps. Match the weight of the thread to the weight of the presser foot - Tips Do not use too long a stitch or too wide a stitch; the edge should go...
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... stitches into the fabric on page 10. Blind Hem Fabric: Heavy flannel, 6" x 7" Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: As programmed BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D and Blind Hem Foot #5 bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot and Blind Hem Foot (optional accessory) Attach Reverse Pattern Foot #1 or bernette Zigzag/Universal Foot to the right side over the edge on the next stroke. Fold the hem back to the machine Finish one 6" edge of the fabric using a zigzag stitch and guiding the edge of fabric under the middle of the presser foot...
... stitches into the fabric on page 10. Blind Hem Fabric: Heavy flannel, 6" x 7" Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: As programmed BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D and Blind Hem Foot #5 bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot and Blind Hem Foot (optional accessory) Attach Reverse Pattern Foot #1 or bernette Zigzag/Universal Foot to the right side over the edge on the next stroke. Fold the hem back to the machine Finish one 6" edge of the fabric using a zigzag stitch and guiding the edge of fabric under the middle of the presser foot...
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... the seam, sew the length of the seam, sewing in the same direction as before. 12/13/10 Do you know how to the far left and stitch a second time, again with guide of the foot in instructions BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse pattern Foot #1/1C/1D and Edgestitch Foot #10/10C/10D (optional accessory) bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Attach Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D or bernette Zigzag/ Universal Foot to the far right. Adjust the needle position to : ▪ Adjust the needle position? ▪ Use the stitch plate...
... the seam, sew the length of the seam, sewing in the same direction as before. 12/13/10 Do you know how to the far left and stitch a second time, again with guide of the foot in instructions BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse pattern Foot #1/1C/1D and Edgestitch Foot #10/10C/10D (optional accessory) bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Attach Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D or bernette Zigzag/ Universal Foot to the far right. Adjust the needle position to : ▪ Adjust the needle position? ▪ Use the stitch plate...
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... the Needle Stop Down feature? ▪ Position Overlock Foot #2/2A? 13 If available, engage the Needle Stop Down function. Guide the raw edges of the fabric under the pin of the fabric. Vari-Overlock Stitch Fabric: Cotton interlock, two pieces, 4" x 6" each Needle: 80/12 Universal (Ballpoint or Stretch may also be used) Needle Position: As programmed BERNINA Presser Foot: Overlock Foot #2/2A bernette Presser Foot: Overcasting Foot (optional accessory) Place the two pieces of the foot. bernette: Guide the fabric against...
... the Needle Stop Down feature? ▪ Position Overlock Foot #2/2A? 13 If available, engage the Needle Stop Down function. Guide the raw edges of the fabric under the pin of the fabric. Vari-Overlock Stitch Fabric: Cotton interlock, two pieces, 4" x 6" each Needle: 80/12 Universal (Ballpoint or Stretch may also be used) Needle Position: As programmed BERNINA Presser Foot: Overlock Foot #2/2A bernette Presser Foot: Overcasting Foot (optional accessory) Place the two pieces of the foot. bernette: Guide the fabric against...
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... the fabric is pulling and stretching as it open. sew the seam and press it is sewn, adjust the presser foot pressure to a lower number to : ▪ Adjust the presser foot pressure? 14 Position the edge of the foot on the stitch plate; Fabric: Spandex, two pieces, 2" x 6" each Needle: 80/12 Universal (Ballpoint may also be used) Needle Position: As programmed BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse pattern Foot #1/1C/1D bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Select the Super Stretch stitch. Place the fabric pieces right sides together. Stretch Stitch 12...
... the fabric is pulling and stretching as it open. sew the seam and press it is sewn, adjust the presser foot pressure to a lower number to : ▪ Adjust the presser foot pressure? 14 Position the edge of the foot on the stitch plate; Fabric: Spandex, two pieces, 2" x 6" each Needle: 80/12 Universal (Ballpoint may also be used) Needle Position: As programmed BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse pattern Foot #1/1C/1D bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Select the Super Stretch stitch. Place the fabric pieces right sides together. Stretch Stitch 12...
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... to the machine. Thread the cord through the center front hole of the bernette Cording Foot, leaving a 2"-3" tail behind the foot. Notes - Stitch ⅝" from one hand? ▪ Adjust stitch width and length? ▪ Drop the feed dog? 15 Gathering Over a Cord Fabric: Medium weight cotton, 12" x 4" and Narrow cord such as perle cotton or embroidery floss, 18" Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: Center BERNINA Presser Foot: Clear Embroidery Foot #39/39C/39D bernette Presser Foot: Cording Foot (optional accessory) Attach the desired foot to 6".
... to the machine. Thread the cord through the center front hole of the bernette Cording Foot, leaving a 2"-3" tail behind the foot. Notes - Stitch ⅝" from one hand? ▪ Adjust stitch width and length? ▪ Drop the feed dog? 15 Gathering Over a Cord Fabric: Medium weight cotton, 12" x 4" and Narrow cord such as perle cotton or embroidery floss, 18" Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: Center BERNINA Presser Foot: Clear Embroidery Foot #39/39C/39D bernette Presser Foot: Cording Foot (optional accessory) Attach the desired foot to 6".
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... the fabric with bernette models 66 and 92c, see Automatic Button- Manual Buttonholes Fabric: Heavy flannel, 6" x 6" and Lightweight tear-away stabilizer, 3" x 6" and Narrow cord (perle cotton, embroidery floss, etc.), 18" Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: As programmed BERNINA Presser Foot: Standard Buttonhole Foot #3/3C bernette Presser Foot: Models 46 & 56 only: 4-step Buttonhole Foot Note: For making buttonholes with the ⅝" marking on the stitch plate, behind the foot. holes on a knit fabric, knot the cord ends together before , then carefully remove the fabric...
... the fabric with bernette models 66 and 92c, see Automatic Button- Manual Buttonholes Fabric: Heavy flannel, 6" x 6" and Lightweight tear-away stabilizer, 3" x 6" and Narrow cord (perle cotton, embroidery floss, etc.), 18" Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: As programmed BERNINA Presser Foot: Standard Buttonhole Foot #3/3C bernette Presser Foot: Models 46 & 56 only: 4-step Buttonhole Foot Note: For making buttonholes with the ⅝" marking on the stitch plate, behind the foot. holes on a knit fabric, knot the cord ends together before , then carefully remove the fabric...
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...-away stabilizer, 3" x 6" Needle: 80/12 Universal BERNINA Presser Foot: Automatic Buttonhole Foot #3A bernette Presser Foot: Automatic Buttonhole Foot Note: Models 1008 & activa 210 do not make a corded Automatic Buttonhole on bernette models 66 and 92C, follow the directions on the second line. Continue sewing - There is complete, remove the fabric from under the presser foot. ▪ Bring the thread tails to back and tie off. ▪ Push the lever up when not in half to 3" x 6"; Insert the stabilizer...
...-away stabilizer, 3" x 6" Needle: 80/12 Universal BERNINA Presser Foot: Automatic Buttonhole Foot #3A bernette Presser Foot: Automatic Buttonhole Foot Note: Models 1008 & activa 210 do not make a corded Automatic Buttonhole on bernette models 66 and 92C, follow the directions on the second line. Continue sewing - There is complete, remove the fabric from under the presser foot. ▪ Bring the thread tails to back and tie off. ▪ Push the lever up when not in half to 3" x 6"; Insert the stabilizer...
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... #2 - With Thread Shank Optional: Use a glue stick to the machine. Without Thread Shank Using the lowest shank setting and the instructions above, attach a charm(s) or snap or hook and eye. Select the Button Sew-On stitch, if available. Insert the stabilizer between the holes of the button. Attaching Buttons Fabric: Firm woven fabric, 4" x 8" and Lightweight tear-away stabilizer, 4" x 4" Needle: 80/12 Universal BERNINA Presser Foot: Button Sew-On Foot #18 (optional) bernette Presser Foot: Button Sew-On Foot (optional) Lower the feed dog, then attach the Button Sew-On Foot to...
... #2 - With Thread Shank Optional: Use a glue stick to the machine. Without Thread Shank Using the lowest shank setting and the instructions above, attach a charm(s) or snap or hook and eye. Select the Button Sew-On stitch, if available. Insert the stabilizer between the holes of the button. Attaching Buttons Fabric: Firm woven fabric, 4" x 8" and Lightweight tear-away stabilizer, 4" x 4" Needle: 80/12 Universal BERNINA Presser Foot: Button Sew-On Foot #18 (optional) bernette Presser Foot: Button Sew-On Foot (optional) Lower the feed dog, then attach the Button Sew-On Foot to...
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...seam. Stitching Zippers Fabric: Firm woven fabric, two pieces, 4" x 8" each and 4"-7" neckline zipper Needle: 80/12 Universal BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D and Zipper Feet #4 and Zipper Foot with Guide #14 bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal foot and Zipper Foot Attaching the Zipper to the zipper teeth. Using a straight stitch, sew a ¾" seam from bottom to the right of the seam, sewing 2-3 stitches in the ditch of center. adjust the needle position (bernette users slide the zipper foot) to the right or left of the fabric and starting at the lower...
...seam. Stitching Zippers Fabric: Firm woven fabric, two pieces, 4" x 8" each and 4"-7" neckline zipper Needle: 80/12 Universal BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D and Zipper Feet #4 and Zipper Foot with Guide #14 bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal foot and Zipper Foot Attaching the Zipper to the zipper teeth. Using a straight stitch, sew a ¾" seam from bottom to the right of the seam, sewing 2-3 stitches in the ditch of center. adjust the needle position (bernette users slide the zipper foot) to the right or left of the fabric and starting at the lower...
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... 12 11 -- 104 75 -- -- 5 5 5 -- 3 13 12 5 7 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 0 0 0 11 dial 1 1 1 dial 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 1&2 9 9 9 -- -- -- -- -- -- 6 6 6 4 5 51 16 14 -- 19 17 14 -- 4 6 6 8 -- 3 3 3 -- 3 6 5 76 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 33 * The stitches on bernette model 46 are not numbered on the machine but are used in the order they appear on the chart in Workbook 1: Basic Operation. The chart gives the stitch number for each model (-- Stitch Chart The following stitches are indicated on the front of the...
... 12 11 -- 104 75 -- -- 5 5 5 -- 3 13 12 5 7 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 0 0 0 11 dial 1 1 1 dial 1 1 1 1 1 2 2 2 1&2 9 9 9 -- -- -- -- -- -- 6 6 6 4 5 51 16 14 -- 19 17 14 -- 4 6 6 8 -- 3 3 3 -- 3 6 5 76 2 2 2 2 2 3 3 33 * The stitches on bernette model 46 are not numbered on the machine but are used in the order they appear on the chart in Workbook 1: Basic Operation. The chart gives the stitch number for each model (-- Stitch Chart The following stitches are indicated on the front of the...
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... sole. Presser Feet Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D Overlock Foot #2/2A Standard Buttonhole Foot #3/3C Auto Buttonhole Foot #3A Zipper Foot #4/4D 8 Series artista 830 820 730 640 635LE 630 1C & 1D 1C & 1D 1C 1C 1 1 2A -- 2A 2A -- 2 3C -- 3C 3C -- 3 3A 3A 3A 3A 3A 3A 4D 4D 4 4 4 4 Blind Hem Foot #5 5 5 5 5 5 5 Jeans Foot #8/8D -- -- 8 -- -- -- Walking Foot #50 -- -- -- -- -- -- Freemotion Couching Foot #43 -- -- -- -- 43 -- Sideways Motion Foot #40C 40C -- 40C -- -- -- BERNINA Stitch Regulator #42...
... sole. Presser Feet Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D Overlock Foot #2/2A Standard Buttonhole Foot #3/3C Auto Buttonhole Foot #3A Zipper Foot #4/4D 8 Series artista 830 820 730 640 635LE 630 1C & 1D 1C & 1D 1C 1C 1 1 2A -- 2A 2A -- 2 3C -- 3C 3C -- 3 3A 3A 3A 3A 3A 3A 4D 4D 4 4 4 4 Blind Hem Foot #5 5 5 5 5 5 5 Jeans Foot #8/8D -- -- 8 -- -- -- Walking Foot #50 -- -- -- -- -- -- Freemotion Couching Foot #43 -- -- -- -- 43 -- Sideways Motion Foot #40C 40C -- 40C -- -- -- BERNINA Stitch Regulator #42...