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Note: Some exercises apply only to all current BERNINA and bernette sewing machines. Table of Contents Introduction ...3 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... 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 and bernette sewing machines. Table of Contents Introduction ...3 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... 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
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... exercise and it will make it on the chart and on a fairly regular basis will let you can be used so you test your BERNINA or bernette sewing machine. has websites offering free projects and a variety of the stitch(es) used as a step-by-step guide to familiarize you to be used as...
... exercise and it will make it on the chart and on a fairly regular basis will let you can be used so you test your BERNINA or bernette sewing machine. has websites offering free projects and a variety of the stitch(es) used as a step-by-step guide to familiarize you to be used as...
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...to Know Needles should be traced to a bent, damaged, or incorrect size or type needle. The needle is the most inexpensive part in your machine running well. medium-weight 90 - European vs. avoids fabric damage Needle size - Don't let false economy keep you from hook point and ...point Bent - If it is : Too small - the thread can 't enter the loop to form a stitch Blunt - very fine batiste 70 - Sewing Machine Needles General Information Along with thread, needles are fully inserted as high as possible, with a larger groove should fit in the groove to form a loop...
...to Know Needles should be traced to a bent, damaged, or incorrect size or type needle. The needle is the most inexpensive part in your machine running well. medium-weight 90 - European vs. avoids fabric damage Needle size - Don't let false economy keep you from hook point and ...point Bent - If it is : Too small - the thread can 't enter the loop to form a stitch Blunt - very fine batiste 70 - Sewing Machine Needles General Information Along with thread, needles are fully inserted as high as possible, with a larger groove should fit in the groove to form a loop...
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...; Size 70 for lingerie, nylon, jersey; 80 for T-shirt; 90 for decorative and heirloom work . has a large eye and deep groove. 12/13/10 5 Sewing Machine Needles Type Ballpoint Stretch Universal Double Triple Jeans Leather Microtex / Sharp Quilting Topstitch Embroidery Metafil Wing Double Wing Sizes 60-100 70-90 60-120...
...; Size 70 for lingerie, nylon, jersey; 80 for T-shirt; 90 for decorative and heirloom work . has a large eye and deep groove. 12/13/10 5 Sewing Machine Needles Type Ballpoint Stretch Universal Double Triple Jeans Leather Microtex / Sharp Quilting Topstitch Embroidery Metafil Wing Double Wing Sizes 60-100 70-90 60-120...
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... Weights 12 wt.- weaker than short staple threads. (Staple refers to form a single ply). Inferior thread results in any machine. Did you sew. Extra-fine lingerie, heirloom Fibers Fiber refers to produce the thread. Tolerates high temperatures. Mettler 30/2; ...excellent for decorative work only. The exercises in machine embroidery, appliqué, and buttonholes. The lower the weight, the heavier the thread; Embroidery, bobbinwork 40 wt.- Polyester embroidery ...
... Weights 12 wt.- weaker than short staple threads. (Staple refers to form a single ply). Inferior thread results in any machine. Did you sew. Extra-fine lingerie, heirloom Fibers Fiber refers to produce the thread. Tolerates high temperatures. Mettler 30/2; ...excellent for decorative work only. The exercises in machine embroidery, appliqué, and buttonholes. The lower the weight, the heavier the thread; Embroidery, bobbinwork 40 wt.- Polyester embroidery ...
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...the one or two additional versions with a letter that have a CB Hook and a maximum stitch width of the rotary hook machines. These machines are supported by a "D" are not used only when the BERNINA Dual Feed Feature is larger to fit the wider feed dog but does not have simple-to-use easy-on... the foot that attach to all BERNINA machines. Number Only-The number without a letter refers to a foot engineered for coded and refers to fit the wider feed dog of 5.5mm. Extra Wide ...
...the one or two additional versions with a letter that have a CB Hook and a maximum stitch width of the rotary hook machines. These machines are supported by a "D" are not used only when the BERNINA Dual Feed Feature is larger to fit the wider feed dog but does not have simple-to-use easy-on... the foot that attach to all BERNINA machines. Number Only-The number without a letter refers to a foot engineered for coded and refers to fit the wider feed dog of 5.5mm. Extra Wide ...
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... End a seam with the Securing Stitch? 12/13/10 8 Select the straight stitch. Continue stitching the seam; machine will automatically secure the stitching, then stop. The machine will automatically secure the stitching, then continue stitching forward. Stitch one 6" edge with the ⅝" guide line. ...both of fabric in half lengthwise to sew; align the raw edges with Rulers bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Fold each Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: Center BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D with optional Quilting Seam Guide or...
... End a seam with the Securing Stitch? 12/13/10 8 Select the straight stitch. Continue stitching the seam; machine will automatically secure the stitching, then stop. The machine will automatically secure the stitching, then continue stitching forward. Stitch one 6" edge with the ⅝" guide line. ...both of fabric in half lengthwise to sew; align the raw edges with Rulers bernette Presser Foot: Zigzag/Universal Foot Fold each Needle: 80/12 Universal Needle Position: Center BERNINA Presser Foot: Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/1D with optional Quilting Seam Guide or...
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... presser foot down . Press & hold button to raise the presser foot. Machine will go up position (default). 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. To Access...
... presser foot down . Press & hold button to raise the presser foot. Machine will go up position (default). 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. To Access...
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...press. Adjust the stitch width if needed so that the stitches barely show on the outside of the fabric. Fold a 2" hem to the machine. Fold the hem back to the right side over the edge on one stroke of the needle and over the basting line, exposing the ...edge next to the guide 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...
...press. Adjust the stitch width if needed so that the stitches barely show on the outside of the fabric. Fold a 2" hem to the machine. Fold the hem back to the right side over the edge on one stroke of the needle and over the basting line, exposing the ...edge next to the guide 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...
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... open. With the 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 machine. Adjust the needle position to the far left and...
... open. With the 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 machine. Adjust the needle position to the far left and...
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...and SL = 2-2.5mm. Tie a knot in the cord at the beginning and end of the stitching and then pull it won't be able to the machine. Do not sew through the cording, or it to gather the sample to : ▪ Attach a presser foot with one 12" edge; sewing over... 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 move through the channel formed by the stitches -
...and SL = 2-2.5mm. Tie a knot in the cord at the beginning and end of the stitching and then pull it won't be able to the machine. Do not sew through the cording, or it to gather the sample to : ▪ Attach a presser foot with one 12" edge; sewing over... 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 move through the channel formed by the stitches -
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...of the buttonhole. select step #2. Sew the first side of the bobbin case. • Rotary Hook Machines: Use the embroidery bobbin case and thread the "pigtail." • 8 Series Machines: Thread for buttonhole size? ▪ Select a buttonhole? ▪ Stitch a buttonhole? 12/13/..., 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 remaining steps.
...of the buttonhole. select step #2. Sew the first side of the bobbin case. • Rotary Hook Machines: Use the embroidery bobbin case and thread the "pigtail." • 8 Series Machines: Thread for buttonhole size? ▪ Select a buttonhole? ▪ Stitch a buttonhole? 12/13/..., 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 remaining steps.
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...line. press. Note: To make Automatic Buttonholes. this time as the machine will stop or press Quick Reverse this programs the length of the buttonhole. Automatic Buttonhole-bernette 66 and 92c ▪ Position the foot over the drawn line, ...the back of the machine. • Stitch the buttonhole; Automatic Buttonhole-BERNINA ▪ Attach Automatic Buttonhole Foot #3A; Automatic Buttonholes Fabric: Heavy flannel, 6" x 6" and Lightweight tear-away stabilizer, 3" x 6" Needle: 80/12 Universal BERNINA Presser Foot: Automatic Buttonhole Foot #3A bernette Presser Foot: Automatic ...
...line. press. Note: To make Automatic Buttonholes. this time as the machine will stop or press Quick Reverse this programs the length of the buttonhole. Automatic Buttonhole-bernette 66 and 92c ▪ Position the foot over the drawn line, ...the back of the machine. • Stitch the buttonhole; Automatic Buttonhole-BERNINA ▪ Attach Automatic Buttonhole Foot #3A; Automatic Buttonholes Fabric: Heavy flannel, 6" x 6" and Lightweight tear-away stabilizer, 3" x 6" Needle: 80/12 Universal BERNINA Presser Foot: Automatic Buttonhole Foot #3A bernette Presser Foot: Automatic ...
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... using the Button Sew-on Button Sew-On Foot #18 to the highest position. the thread tails are secured as you know how to the machine. Fold the fabric in place. Technique #1 - Hold the thread tails as part of the button. Stitch a ribbon with this technique (the stitch ...makes a bartack) and then tie the ribbon into the holes of the program. Note: A short shank is complete; BERNINA or bernette: Use the Universal or Zigzag stitch, sew 6-8 stitches, and stop. Insert the stabilizer between the holes of the fabric and knot them together; and...
... using the Button Sew-on Button Sew-On Foot #18 to the highest position. the thread tails are secured as you know how to the machine. Fold the fabric in place. Technique #1 - Hold the thread tails as part of the button. Stitch a ribbon with this technique (the stitch ...makes a bartack) and then tie the ribbon into the holes of the program. Note: A short shank is complete; BERNINA or bernette: Use the Universal or Zigzag stitch, sew 6-8 stitches, and stop. Insert the stabilizer between the holes of the fabric and knot them together; and...
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...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 Garment Place fabric pieces right sides together. adjust the needle position (bernette users slide the zipper foot)... Guide #14. return to a straight stitch length of center. Do you know how to right of 2.5mm. Right Side: Adjust foot to : ▪ Machine baste a seam? ▪ Adjust the needle positions? ▪ Adjust the sliding guide or sole? 12/13/10 20
...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 Garment Place fabric pieces right sides together. adjust the needle position (bernette users slide the zipper foot)... Guide #14. return to a straight stitch length of center. Do you know how to right of 2.5mm. Right Side: Adjust foot to : ▪ Machine baste a seam? ▪ Adjust the needle positions? ▪ Adjust the sliding guide or sole? 12/13/10 20
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... 440QE 430 21 21 19 7 7 7 17 17 16 -- -- -- 5 5 5 10 10 10 1 1 1 9 9 9 6 6 6 15 26 24 3 3 3 2 2 2 3 Series activa classic bernette 380 350PE 330 210 1008 92c 66 56 46* 23 21 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 7 7 7 5 14 12 11 -- 104 75 -- -- 5 5 5 -- 3 13 12 5 7 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --...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 front of the machine. 12/13/10 21 The chart gives the stitch number for each model (-- ...
... 440QE 430 21 21 19 7 7 7 17 17 16 -- -- -- 5 5 5 10 10 10 1 1 1 9 9 9 6 6 6 15 26 24 3 3 3 2 2 2 3 Series activa classic bernette 380 350PE 330 210 1008 92c 66 56 46* 23 21 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- 7 7 7 5 14 12 11 -- 104 75 -- -- 5 5 5 -- 3 13 12 5 7 -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- -- --...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 front of the machine. 12/13/10 21 The chart gives the stitch number for each model (-- ...
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Machine Features & Functions The following features and functions are used in Workbook 1: Basic Operation. 8 Series artista Feature/ Function 830 820 730 640 635LE 630 Automatic OneStep ... yes yes yes 11 11 11 yes yes yes no no no yes yes yes yes yes yes 3 Series activa mechanical bernette 380 350PE 330 210 1008 92c 66 56 46 yes yes yes no no yes yes yes no yes yes yes yes yes opt opt no yes yes yes yes...
Machine Features & Functions The following features and functions are used in Workbook 1: Basic Operation. 8 Series artista Feature/ Function 830 820 730 640 635LE 630 Automatic OneStep ... yes yes yes 11 11 11 yes yes yes no no no yes yes yes yes yes yes 3 Series activa mechanical bernette 380 350PE 330 210 1008 92c 66 56 46 yes yes yes no no yes yes yes no yes yes yes yes yes opt opt no yes yes yes yes...