This gem of a sewing machine has the BERNINA features and easy convenience beginners loveat a very affordable price. Ideal for sewing quilts, crafts and garments, the machine offers 16 practical and decorative stitches plus an easy-to-sew buttonhole. And every stitch is perfectly balanced and evenly placed right where you want it. As for convenience, its built right in. Stitch selection is fast and easy. And the machine tells you which presser foot, stitch length and width, and needle position youll need for the best results. Theres also a handy thread cutter, a bobbin winder you cant overfill, and a host of other features that make sewing simple and fun.
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Key Features

Below are just a few of the great features youll find on the 1008. Stop by your local BERNINA Dealer for a complete demonstration of everything this machine has to offer. Perfect Sewing
Our patented CB Hook system ensures perfect, balanced stitches on any fabric, every time.

CB Hook

Match and adjust stitch width and length for any type of fabric or thread selection.

Infinitely

V ariable Stitch Length/Width

Five Needle Positions

Five needle positions let you position your stitches precisely where you want them without moving the fabric.
Get perfect buttonholes on any fabric. Our 6-step buttonhole delivers even, adjustable density on both forward and reverse beads (with both beads sewn in the same direction for even density).

6-step Buttonhole

Convenience Features
This easy chart helps you choose the correct presser foot, needle position, stitch length and width.

Stitch Setting Chart

The slender freearm makes it easier than ever to sew kids clothing, cuffs, collars or other circular items.

Slender F

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This sturdy, retractable handle tucks away when you store your machine.
Retractable Carrying Handle
With its external knob and handy location, the feed dog drop is ready when you are.
Easy-to-reach Feed Dog Drop

Helpful Tools

The 1008 comes with five snap-on, all-metal presser feet, including #1 Reverse Pattern (All Purpose), #2 Overlock, #3 Buttonhole, #4 Zipper and #5 Blindstitch.

5 Snap-on Presser Feet

The 1008 BERNINA accessories let you customize your machine to your sewing and keep personalizing it as your interests and needs change.

Additional Accessories

Technical Specifications

Green Practical Stitches

Straight Stitch Zig-zag Blind Stitch Universal Stretch Stitch Vari-Overlock Running Stitch Scallop Stitch
Red Practical & Decorative Stitches
Triple Straight Stitch Triple Zig-zag Towelling Stitch Double Overlock Edge Stitch Reinforced Overlock Stitch 15 & 16: Decorative

Features

Stitch Package CB Hook AC Motor Hopper Mechanism 5 Snap-on Presser Feet

Benefits

14 practical stitches, 2 decorative stitches and 1 buttonhole. Assures perfectly balanced stitches on all fabrics. Strong motor provides quiet power. Helps to hold fabric in place during freemotion work; prevents flagging. #1 #2 #3 #4 #5 Zig-zag Overlock Buttonhole Zipper Blindstitch

5 Needle Positions

Position the stitch where you want it without moving the fabric.
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Stitch Length 0-5mm

Infinite stitch length selection; match the stitch length to the fabric and thread selection. Infinite stitch width selection; can adjust for any type of fabric; smooth, step-free satin stitching for appliqu. Conveniently located on the left side of the machine; cuts and holds the threads until sewing resumes. Both beads are sewn in the same direction for even stitch density. Density is adjustable for perfect buttonholes on any fabric. Stops automatically when the bobbin is full so there will be no overfilling of the bobbin. The handy thread cutter at the base of the spindle helps make bobbin filling easier. Tie off stitches at the touch of the button. Stores presser feet, bobbins, needles and sewing notions; fits onto the machine and extends the sewing surface. The retractable handle makes it easy to transport your machine, yet is out of the way when sewing. The handle also has a supplemental thread guide for specialty or unruly threads. With a matte finish and glare-free guiding lines, the stitch plate has inch markings for accurate seaming. 5/8 lines in front of and behind the needle position make it easy to turn corners for accurate placement. The plate is easy to remove for thorough cleaning of your machine. A soft cover is included to protect your machine from dust. Readable at a glance, the panel indicates the correct presser foot, needle position, stitch length and width for successful sewing. Conveniently located; easy to use because a red line indicates the normal setting. On most fabrics, the tension does not need to be adjusted. Easy to use for freemotion work and delicate fabrics. Easy to work on small, cylindrical areas such as cuffs and collars. Add feet and accessories as you need them. BERNINA offers the widest variety of feet and accessories to meet all your sewing needs. Dual-purpose switch allows power only or power with light. 2 years in the case of electrical parts. 20 years in the case of mechanical parts.

Stitch Width 0-5.5mm

Thread Cutter

6-Step Buttonhole

Bobbin Winder
Quick Reverse Accessory Case

Carrying Handle

Slide-off Stitch Plate
Soft Cover Stitch Selection Panel
Consistent Thread Tension
External Dial to Lower Feed Dog Free Arm Expandable
3-Step Power/Light Switch Warranty from Date of Purchase

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NEEDLES
Along with thread, needles are very important to stitch formation. Many mechanical problems and damage to fabrics can be traced to a bent, damages, or incorrect size or type needle. Approximately 60% of all needles made are discarded at some stage of production. When selecting the correct needle for any sewing project, three things must be considered: Needle system 130/705H Needle point to assure stitch formation and avoid fabric damage Needle size small size for lightweight fabrics; larger needle for heavier fabrics
If the needle is: Too small the thread cant stay in the groove to form a loop to be picked up by the hook point Bent thread loop forms too far away from hook point; hook cant enter loop to form stitch Blunt needle wont pierce fabric so no thread loop forms to make a stitch

Need To Know

Needle should be changed every 4-6 hours of sewing. The needle is the most inexpensive part in your sewing machine but is one of the most crucial for getting good results and keeping your machine running well. Dont let false economy keep you from doing what is best for your sewing projects and your machine. European needles are chrome-plated to glide in and out of fabric easily. The selected thread should fit in the groove on the front of the needle. If it isnt protected by the groove, a needle with a larger groove should be used. Always make sure the needle is fully inserted as high as possible when installing a new one.

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SEWING MACHINE NEEDLES

Ball Point

Has a rounder point. 70 for lingerie, nylon, jersey; 80 for T-shirt; 90 for sweatshirt fleece. A stretch needle has a more rounded point and a blue anticling coating which helps to prevent skipped stitches in knits and elastic. Sometimes used on Ultrasuede, vinyl, and plastic. Two ballpoint needles on one shank; each needle has a large scarf. Used for hemming and for stitching on knit fabric.
Microtex 60-90 Sharp (Schmetz) Microfiber (Lammertz) Quilting
A sharp point with a thin shaft. 60-90 corresponds to the weight of the fabric; as the fabric gets heavier, the number is higher.

Stretch

Stretch Double

2.5/75 4.0/75

assortd The thin, tapers point of this (75 & needle causes less damage to fabric when seaming and cross 90) seaming. 80-100
A sharp point with a large eye and deep groove. For use with heavier fabrics the large groove cradles heavier threads. Sharp needle with a large eye and groove; also has a coating and a larger scarf. For use with embroidery thread prevents shredding of rayon or metallic threads. Two threads may be used through the eye of an 80 or 90 needle. Two Metafil needles attached to one shaft; for double needle work with embroidery threads. Sharp pointed needle with a noncutting wedge of metal on each side. Needle makes a hole in the fabric without cutting the threads of the fabric. Used for decorative and heirloom work, such as hemstitching. Works best on natural fibers or on the bias. One regular needle and one wing needle attached to a single shaft. Use the same as a Wing; makes one large and one regular hole. Point is a sharp cutting wedge. Used for sewing leather only. Not for vinyl or simulated leathers.

Topstitch

Universal
60-110 A compromise between a sharp and a ballpoint needle; can be used on both wovens and knits. 60 very fine batiste 70 broadcloth 80 trigger and gabardine 90 denim and twill 100 & 110 canvas 1.6/70- Two needles attached to one 8.0/100 shank. Used for pintucks, hems, and decorative work. 3.0/90
Three needles attached to one shank. Used to create mock smocking and other decorative effects. Has a sharp point and a shaft that is less prone to flex. The sharpness of the needles makes it better for use on denim and woven fabrics where a clean stitch is desired.

Embroidery (Schmetz)

Metafil (Lammertz)

Double Universal

Metafil Double

3.0/75

Triple (Drilling)

100120

Double Wing

Jeans Double

4.0/100 Two Jeans needles attached to one shank. For topstitching on denim with heavy thread; can also be used for decorative stitching with metallic thread.

Leather

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NEEDLE POSITIONS

Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Firmly woven fabric, 4 x 6 90/14 Embroidery 30 wt. cotton embroidery Contrasting color Reverse Pattern Foot #1
Owners manual pg.____ The 1008 has 5 fixed needle positions. Fold fabric in half to 2 x 6. Select Straight Stitch. The needle position can be set to the left or right using the knob in the center of the stitch width knob. Position the fold of the fabric on the 1 mark on the right side of the stitch plate. Sew about 6 stitches and stop. Move the needle one position to the left. Sew another 6 stitches and stop again. Repeat until all three positions have been sewn. Raise the needle out of the fabric. Leaving the fabric under the foot move the needle position back to center. Sew about 6 stitches and stop. Move the needle one position to the right. Sew about 6 stitches and stop. Move the needle one more position to the right sew another 6 stitches and stop again. Repeat until all three positions have been sewn.

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WISH LIST Care and Feeding of Your Machine
Hard Case Slide-on Extension Table with Guide Feet-ures Edgestitch Foot #10 Stabilizers Sampler Pack or type __________ type __________ Thread Assortment or size ____ and type ____ size ____ and type ____ Needles Assortment or size ____ and type ____ size ____ and type ____ size ____ and type ____ size ____ and type ____ Needle Threader Bobbins Bakers dozen Spool Bobbin Holders Magnetic Pin Cushion Magnetic Bobbin Holder Straight Stitch Plate Seam Sealant Extra Thread Stand Scissors - 6 or 7 Dressmakers shears ____ 4 or 5 Trimming scissors ____ Thread nips ____ Left guide (matches right guide included with machine)____ Right and Left Seam Guides with Rulers Set of Magnifying Glasses

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OWNERS WORKBOOK Section B Lets Start With The Basics
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SECTION B Lets Start With The Basics
Seams Triple Straight Stitch SL 2-3mm Owners manual pg.____ Jeans Foot #8 prevents needle deflection Non-Stick Straight Stitch Foot #53 This stitch sews strong seams on heavy fabrics Zigzag SL1mm SW1.5mm Owners manual pgs.____ Vari-Overlock SL1mm SW4mm NP right Owners manual pg. ____ Can be used with double needle for a decorative hem on knits Overlock Foot #2 prevents the seam from rolling as it is being sewn Double Overlock SL2mm Owners manual pg. ____ SW5mm
Oversewing Edges Owners manual pg.____ Hems Blind Hem Owners manual pg.____ The Blind Hem Foot #5, along with the blindstitch, produces a superior blind hem. The zigzag part of the stitch is formed over the guide on the foot, causing the stitch to be slightly loose, so that the blind hem will not pucker and does not form a tuck in the fabric. Hand Picked Feet-ures, Unit B pg.____ Triple Zigzag Feet-ures, Unit A pg.____ This stitch is used for strong, visible hems on firm, coarse fabrics such as denim and canvas. Double Needle Feet-ures, Unit A pg.___
Flat Joining Seam - SL2mm SW4mm Owners manual pg.___ Stitching Corners Use the 5/8 markings on stitch plate. Turn handwheel counter clockwise to sink needle into fabric.

Neckline Hem Owners manual pg.____ Jeans Feet-ures, Unit B pg.____ Height Compensation Tool

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TRIPLE STRAIGHT STITCH
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Denim, 4 x 6 90/14 Jeans All-purpose Reverse Pattern Foot #1 Edgestitch Foot #10 (optional accessory)
Owners manual pg.___ Cut the fabric in half lengthwise forming two pieces, 2 x 6 each. Select the Triple Straight Stitch #9/red. Sew the two pieces together with a 5/8 seam allowance using Reverse Pattern Foot #1. Press the seam open. Change to Edgestitch Foot #10 and adjust the needle position to stitch through the seam allowance. Adjust the stitch length to 3.5mm. With the guide of the foot in the ditch of the seam, topstitch the length of the seam on both sides.

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ZIGZAG SEAM
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Firm knit 4 x 6 80/12 Universal All-purpose Reverse Pattern Foot #1
Owners manual pg.___ Cut the fabric piece in half lengthwise, creating two pieces, 2 x 6 each. Select the Zigzag Stitch #2/green SW 1mm and SL 0.5mm. Position the fabric to produce a 5/8 seam down one side. Stitch the seam. Clip one seam allowance in the middle. Press one part of the seam open and leave the other half closed, so the stitch is visible. Trim and mount the sample.

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VARI-OVERLOCK SEAM
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Cotton Interlock, 4 x 6 Ribbing, 2 x 4 80/12 Univeral All-purpose Overlock Foot #2
Owners manual pg.___ Cut an inside curve in one corner of the fabric to simulate a neckline. Select the Vari-Overlock Stitch #6/green; SW 4mm - 5mm and SL 1mm. Place folded ribbing along the curved edge of the fabric (ribbing and fabric, right sides together). Guide the raw edges of the fabric under the pin of the foot and stitch; stitch length and width can be adjusted, if needed. Trim the sample and mount with the ribbing pressed to the finished position.

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DOUBLE OVERLOCK SEAM
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Single Knit 4 x 6 80/12 Universal All-purpose Overlock Foot #2
Owners manual pg.___ Cut the fabric in half lengthwise, creating two pieces, 2 x 6 each. Select the Double Overlock Stitch #12/red. Guide the raw edge along the pin of the Overlock Foot. The right swing of the needle should go off the fabric edge. Trim the sample and mount. Note: This is a good overlock seam for loosely knit fabrics and for cross seams in other knits and jerseys.

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FLAT JOINING SEAM
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Terrycloth 2 pieces, 2 x 6 each 90/14 Universal All-purpose to match color fo fabric Reverse Pattern Foot #1

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HAND PICKED HEM
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Lightweight broadcloth 6 x 7 80/12 Universal All-purpose Blind Hem Foot #5
Owners manual pg.___ Turn up a 1 hem along one of the 6 edges and press. Turn up the depth of the hem again and press. Fold the entire hem toward the right side of the garment, so that the garment fold is almost even with the top edge of the hem. A scant 1/8 to 1/16 of hem edge should be visible. This will ensure that both folds are caught by the blind hem pick. Place the fabric under the foot just as a traditional blind hem would be placed. Sew the hem with Blindstitch #3/green, making sure that the zigzag pick catches both folds while the straight stitch falls off the edge and stitches in air forming a chain along the upper hem edge. Press and mount the sample.

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TRIPLE ZIGZAG HEM
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Firmly woven 6 x 7 90/14 Embroidery 30 wt. cotton embroidery Reverse Pattern Foot #1
Owners manual pg.___ Fold a 2 hem to the wrong side of the fabric; press. Select the Triple Zigzag Stitch #10/red. Adjust stitch length and width as desired. From the right side of the fabric, stitch the hem in place, sewing about 1 from the fold. From the wrong side, trim the excess fabric close to the stitches. Press and mount the sample.

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DOUBLE NEEDLE HEM
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Cotton interlock 6 x 7 Double 3.0/80 All-purpose, 2 colors Reverse Pattern Foot #1
Owners manual pg.___ Turn up a 2 hem along one of the 6 edges and press. Insert a 3.0/80 double needle. Thread the needles with two different colors of thread. Place the folded edge of the fabric along the 1 guideline on the right side of the stitch plate. Select stitch #1/green; sew half of the hem. Note: To be sure the needles will not strike the foot, turn the handwhell to walk the machine through the first stitch. Narrow the width as needed to avoid breaking needles. Select stitch #3/green or experiment with similar stitches; stitch the remainder of the seam. Trim excess fabric from the wrong side of the hem. Check Feet-ures, Unit A for detailed information on working with Double and Triple needles. Note: This is a good stitch to use when hemming T-shirts and pajamas. You can use other stitches with a double needle for other types of fabrics. Press and mount the sample.

Sewing Buttons On Owners manual page ____ Feet-ures, Unit D Universal Stitch - regular - decorative - snaps, hooks, and charms - tie a quilt Edges Picot Feet-ures, Unit D Shell - blindstitch Feet-ures, Unit A - hemmer feet #68 or #69 Feet-ures, Unit I Rolled and Whipped Edge Feet-ures, Unit A Fine Edge Feet-ures, Unit B Corded Edge Feet-ures, Unit B - for tucks - for hems Designer Hem Feet-ures, Unit B Attaching Elastics Types Methods of applying - turn under - couching over - lingerie

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BUTTONHOLES AND EYELETS TYPES AND USES
STANDARD BUTTONHOLE Fine to medium weight fabrics. Blouses, shirts, trousers, bedlinens. HEIRLOOM BUTTONHOLE Fine to medium weight fabrics. Blouses, shirts, dresses, trousers. childrens and baby clothes, doll clothes, heirloom work. STRETCH BUTTONHOLE All stretch fabrics made from cotton, wool, silk, and synthetic fibers. ROUND BUTTONHOLE WITH NORMAL BARTACK Medium to heavy weight fabrics of all types. Clothing, jackets, coats, rainwear. ROUND BUTTONHOLE WITH HORIZONTAL BARTACK Medium to heavy weight fabrics of all types. Clothing, jackets, coats, rainwear. KEYHOLE BUTTONHOLE WITH NORMAL BARTACK Heavy weight, non-stretch fabrics. Jackets, coats, trousers, leisure wear. KEYHOLE BUTTONHOLE WITH POINTED BARTACK Non-stretch firm fabric. Jackets, coats, leisure wear. KEYHOLE BUTTONHOLE WITH NORIZONTAL BARTACK Firm, non-stretch fabrics. jackets, coats, leisure wear. STRAIGHT STITCH BUTTONHOLE For prestitching buttonholes and pocket openings. For bound buttonholes & welt pockets. BUTTON SEW-ON PROGRAM For flat buttons with 2 and 4 holes. For sewing on snaps, hooks, and charms. NARROW ZIGZAG EYELET Opening for cords and narrow ribbons/bands, other decorative work. STRAIGHT STITCH EYELET Opening for cords and narrow ribbons/bands, other decorative work.
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BUTTONHOLE FEET
A number of buttonhole feet are available for BERNINA sewing machines. The descriptions below will help differentiate between the various feet.
BUTTONHOLE FOOT #3 The standard 5mm buttonhole foot. Works with any BERNINA sewing machine

BUTTONHOLE FOOT #3C The standard 9mm buttonhole foot. C indicates a coded foot, with a light sensor that allows 9mm wide stitching. Works with models 1630 and artista 180.
BUTTONHOLE FOOT WITH SLIDE #3B A 5mm foot with a movable slide indicating buttonhole length, making it easy to stitch a series of identical buttonholes. Works with any BERNINA sewing machine.
AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE FOOT #3C The automatic buttonhole foot for machines with a 9mm feed system, indicated by the letter C. Works with models 1630 and artista 180.
AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE FOOT #3A Automatic foot for machines with a 5mm and 9mm feed system. A indicates an automatic foot, with a light sensor for counting stitches. Works with models 1130-1530 and 150-170QPE. MASTERING YOUR BERNINA 1/10/02
AUTOMATIC BUTTONHOLE FOOT WITH SLIDE #3A Combines the handy slide measuring system of Buttonhole Foot #3B with the electronic sensor of the older Automatic Buttonhole Feet #3A and #3C. Works with models 135 PE/145 and 150-180. Electronic 1008/34

STABILIZERS

Tear-Away Stabilizer: The most commonly used type of stabilizer, designed to provide temporary support of stitching. Placed on the wrong side of the project and carefully pulled away once stitching is complete. Available in three weights heavy, medium, and light. Multiple lightweight layers may be preferable to one heavy layer, as they are easier to remove. Cut-Away Stabilizer: The most widely used stabilizer in the commercial market. Does not break down under dense stitching, due to the high fiber rather than paper content. Excess stabilizer is trimmed away after stitching (leave approximately of stabilizer around the edges). Web/Poly-Mesh Type Stabilizer: A specially formulated cut-away stabilizer developed for use behind lightweight or light-colored fabrics. Water-Soluble Stabilizer: Used for backing and topping, in single or multiple layers. Available in two weights. Excellent for decorative stitching and cutwork as there are no remnants of stabilizer left after removal (it dissolves). As a topping, it keeps stitches from being lost in heavily napped fabrics such as velvet and corduroy. Knit Fusible Interfacing: A very lightweight, flexible interfacing sometimes used as a stabilizer, it gives permanent support (as an underlining) to a fabric. Perfect for plackets, garment edges, under buttonholes, and anywhere extra body and stability are needed. Woven Fusible Interfacing: This interfacing is sometimes used as a stabilizer and is generally cut on the bias to provide better drape. Gives a firmer hand or finish than knit or non-woven interfacings. Used for lapels, facings, and anywhere a great deal of extra body and stability are needed. Iron-On Stabilizer: A non-woven product similar to paper. Perfect for knits, this tearaway stabilizer is temporarily bonded to the fabric, inhibiting the tendency of the material to stretch. Heat Removable Stabilizer: Woven from strands of fiber that are burned away at a low temperature, heat removable stabilizers are perfect for heirloom stitchery. Liquid/Spray Stabilizers: Wonderful for sheer fabrics from which all stabilizer must be removed after stitching, these products are painted or sprayed onto the fabric. Several light applications of spray stabilizer are preferable to one heavy application.

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MANUAL BUTTONHOLES
Fabric: Stabilizer: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Heavy flannel, 6 x piece, 3 x 6 90/14 Embroidery 30 weight cotton embroidery Standard Buttonhole Foot #3
Owners manual pg.____ Fold one piece of fabric in half to 3 x 6. Press and insert the stabilizer. Draw a line 1 from the fold along the 6 length. Mark two horizontal lines, running between the fold and the drawn line, spaced about 2 apart. Set the buttonhole knob at position #1. Adjust stitch length to satin (0.5). Position the foot over the first line and place the fold on the 5/8 line behind the presser foot. Sew the first side of the buttonhole. Stop at the drawn line with the needle out of the fabric. Turn the buttonhole knob to position #2. Sew back to the beginning of the first bead and stop. Turn the buttonhole knob to position #3. Sew the bartack and the right bead; stop and touch quick reverse. Sew the top bar tack. The fourth position sews the second bead, the fifth position sews the bottom bartack and the sixth position sews the securing stitches. Sew a second buttonhole on the second line. Cut one buttonhole open. Trim and mount the sample.

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Auto Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A
Standard Buttonhole Foot #3

CORDED BUTTONHOLES

Fabric: Stabilizer: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Heavy flannel, 6 x 6 Two 10 lengths of gimp cprd 1 piece, 3 x 6 90/14 Embroidery 30 weight cotton embroidery Standard Buttonhole Foot #3 and Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3B (optional)
Owners manual pg.____ Fold the fabric in half to 3 x 6. Press and insert the stabilizer. Mark a line 1 from the fold and running the length of the fabric. Mark two horizontal lines between the fold and the line, spaced about 2 apart. Set the buttonhole knob at position #1. Place the fold so it is on the 5/8 line behind the presser foot. Lower the needle into the fabric on the first line. Fold one piece of cord in half; place loop around prong of the Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3B. Note: The cord strengthens the buttonhole on wovens and prevents it from stretching on knits. The thickness of the cord depends on the fabric to be sewn. Suitable cords are perle cord #8, thick hand sewing thread, gimp cord, or crochet cotton. Sew the buttonhole. Pull the loop of gimp cord snug and cut tails close to bartack. Note: On knits, pull to back and tie a knot. Sew another corded buttonhole using the optional Buttonhole Foot #3 on the second line. The cord may come away from the prong of this foot. Therefore it is advisable to hold the loop of the gimp down lightly with the finger. Pull the cord ends to the back with a large hand sewing needle and tie. Trim and mount sample. MASTERING YOUR BERNINA 1/10/02 Electronic 1008/37

BUTTON SEW-ON STITCH

Fabric: Stabilizer: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Heavy flannel, 6 x piece, 3 x 6 90/14 Embroidery 30 weight cotton embroidery Button Sew-On Foot #18 (optional accessory)

Select the Straight Stitch #1/green. Select the left needle position. Turn the raw edge under 3/8 and press. Stitch with the fold against the left side of the guide on the presser foot. Trim away seam allowance as close to stitching as you can get. Turn the first folded edge under again tightly and place the new fold against the left side of the guide on the foot. Stitch again from the wrong side of the fabric as in the first step. A successful hem will have two parallel lines of stitching on the wrong side of the hem and one showing on the right side. Trim and mount the sample. This is a very narrow two-step hem, easily sewn on straight or bias grains. Works great on sheer fabric.

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ATTACHING ELASTIC LACE
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Nylon tricot, 6 x of elastic lace 80/12 Universal All-purpose sewing thread Reverse Pattern Foot #1
Select the Running Stitch #7/green. Adjust stitch length to 1mm. Position the elastic wrong side down on the right side of the tricot along one of the 6 edges. Leave a tail of elastic at the back of the presser foot for a handle. Position the elastic so the stitching is at the bottom edge of the elastic lace. Stretch the elastic lace gently, as it is being sewn. After stitching, trim the surplus tricot from the wrong side of the elastic lace, close to the stitching. Mount the sample.

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TURNED UNDER ELASTIC
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Lycra - cotton or nylont, 6 x of cotton swimwear elastic, wide 80/12 Universal All-purpose sewing thread Reverse Pattern Foot #1
Select Zigzag Stitch #2/green - SW 2mm and SL 2mm. Position the elastic on the wrong side of the fabric, along one 6 edge. Allow a 2 tail of elastic to extend beyond the fabric. Using the tail of elastic at the back of the presser foot for a handle, stretch the elastic a bit to simulate the leg of an exercise leotard or swimsuit. Note: This is the same procedure used to do a turned waistband, using wider elastic. Sew the elastic to the fabric keeping the edge of the elastic and the edge of the fabric together. If stopping midway, place the needle down to hold the elastic and fabric in place. Fold the elastic to the wrong side and overstitch the elastic from the right side using Running Stitch #7/green with a length of 1mm. Adjust stitch length if elastic stretches out as it is sewn.

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GATHERING OVER A SINGLE CORD
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Medium weight cotton, 12 x of cord 80/12 Universal All-purpose sewing Embroidery Foot #6 (optional accessory)
Trim all four edges of sample fabric before beginning. Thread the cord through the hole in Foot #6, leaving a 2-3 tail behind the foot. Select the Zigzag Stitch #2/green - SW 2.5 and SL 2-2.5. Stitch 5/8 from one 12 edge. Sew over the cord. Secure the cord at the beginning and then pull it to gather the sample to 6.
Notes: - Gathering over cord adds additional strength, eliminates thread breakage and allows better control of gathering. - Drop the feed dog and sew a bartack at the beginning and end of cord for strength. - Do not sew through cording.

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ELASTIC THREAD IN THE BOBBIN
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Other: Rayon Challis - 12 x 4 80/12 Universal All-purpose sewing Elastic thread (bobbin) Reverse Pattern Foot #1 Black Latch Bobbin Case (optional)
Trim all four edges of the sample fabric before beginning. A Black Latch bobbin case is suggested. Wind elastic thread on the bobbin. Place in bobbincase and adjust tension if necessary. Select Straight Stitch #1/green - SL 4mm-5mm, center needle position, top tension 7-9. Draw guidelines on the fabric, spacing them evenly apart. Sew from the right side of the fabric. Keep rows flat as sewing. When finished, steam press the sample, holding the iron over the fabric with the elastic side up. Do not touch the iron to the fabric. Leave the fabric flat until dry.

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NARROW CASING ELASTIC
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Medium weight cotton, 9 x of 1/8 or cotton elastic 80/12 Universal All-purpose sewing Reverse Pattern Foot #1
Trim all four edges of the sample fabric before beginning. Select the Universal Stitch #4/green - adjust width to clear the elastic. Measure and mark the elastic for amount needed. Allow a 2 tail at both ends. Draw a line on the wrong side of the fabric where the elastic is to go (this could be the line on a pattern where a casing is suggested). Place the elastic over the line and under the foot and needle - sew a few straight stitches backward and forward to secure the elastic. Stretch the elastic gently to give the fullness desired. When you reach the other end, secure in the same manner as the beginning. Even out the gathers.

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GATHERING FOOT #16
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Medium weight cotton, 10 x 4 80/12 Universal All-purpose sewing Wide Gathering Foot #16 (optional accessory)
Trim all four edges of the sample fabric before beginning. Select the Straight Stitch #1/green - lengthen to 5mm. Place fabric to be gathered under the foot. Guide the fabric, keeping the raw edges even with the right edge of the foot, or use the seam lines on the throat plate.
Notes: - There are three things that effect the amount of gathers: 1. Fabric Weight - The lighter weight the fabric, the easier to gather. 2. Tension - Increased upper tension will increase the amount of gathering. 3. Stitch Length - The longer the stitch length, the tighter the gathers. - Use the basting stitch or the long stitch function to increase gathers in heavier weight fabrics such as woolens and corduroys.

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RUFFLER
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Medium weight cotton, 12 x 4 80/12 Universal All-purpose sewing Ruffler Attachment #86 (optional accessory)
Trim fabric with wavy rotary cutter before sewing. Select the Straight Stitch #1/green - SL 1mm-5mm. The longer the stitch length, the deeper the pleat. Needle position is center. Set the adjustment lever on the attachment at 1. Place the fabric to be ruffled between the two blades, snugging it against the edge of the seam guide slot, making sure it is slightly beyond the needle. Lower the foot and begin sewing. If gathers are too deep, turn the adjusting screw counter clockwise; if too shallow, turn the screw clockwise. Note: Loosening the needle tension to 3-4 will allow some subsequent adjustment of the fullness.

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PINTUCKS AND DOUBLE NEEDLES
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Lightweight cotton, 6 x 4, starched Double (size should correspond to foot) All-purpose sewing Pintuck Foot #30, #31, #32, or #33 (optional accessories)
Select the desired presser foot and corresponding double needle: - Pintuck Foot #30 - 3 groove - 4mm needle - Pintuck Foot #31 - 5 groove - 3mm needle - Pintuck Foot #32 - 7 groove - 2mm needle - Pintuck Foot #33 - 9 groove - 1.6 needle Insert the double needle and thread with two different colors. Select the straight stitch #1/green - SL 1.75mm-2mm. Sew at a slower speed and test the movement of the needle. You want to be sure it doesnt hit the presser foot. Top tension can be tightened to create more dimension. Start sewing in one corner and meander across the fabric. Position the previously sewn tuck in the groove of the foot and sew 6 more rows evenly spaced across the fabric, as desired. Trim, press and mount the sample.

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CORDED PINTUCKS
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Lightweight cotton, 5 x 5, starched Gimp Cord Double 3.0/80 All-purpose sewing 5 Groove Pintuck Foot #31 (optional accessory)

Thread the cord through the hole in the needle plate. Note: Cord should be colorfast and shrinkproof. Thread machine - same thread in both needles and the bobbin. Sew four random corners. Turning Corners: - When turning a corner it is not possible, with a double needle, to turn completely in one operation. - Sew to corner; needle in fabric, drop feed dogs. - Turn way, make 1 stitch, place needles in fabric, turn remainder of corner. - Raise feed dogs and continue. Sew 2 points as on a leaf or star. Turning Points - Sew to corner; needle up. - Pivot work carefully and lower needles back into same place; needles have changed sides. MASTERING YOUR BERNINA 1/10/02 Electronic 1008/57

PLEATS vs TUCKS

Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Medium weight cotton, 8 x 5 80/12 Universal All-Purpose Reverse Pattern #1 Edgestitch #10 (optional accessory)
Reverse Pattern Foot #1: Starting at the left edge and working across the 8 width, draw 4 lines for folding and pressing. The first 2 lines are 2 apart, second 2 lines are 1 apart. Note: By placing the fold even with the right edge of the foot and placing the needle position all the way to the left to start, it is possible to get 9 different sizes pleats/tucks. Using Straight Stitch #1/green, sew the first tuck, on the first line, with needle position all the way to the left. Second tuck, on second line, with needle position all the way to the right. - Each position makes about a 1mm difference. Edgestitch Foot #10: Place the fold of the third pleat to the left of the center blade - right next to it. Move the needle position all the way to the left and sew. Position the fold of the last pleat in the same manner. Move the needle position to half left and sew. - Very small tucks/pleats are possible with this foot.

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LARGE TUCKS/PLEATS
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Medium weight cotton, 10 x 4 80/12 Embroidery 30 wt. Cotton Embroidery Zipper Foot with Guide #14 (optional accessory)
Zipper foot #14 has a movable guide with 9 markings which ensure precise sewing of a variety of different size tucks. Select stitch #1/green - SL 2-5mm. Determine fold line of tuck. Fold on this line and press. Adjust the guide on the foot for the widest tuck possible. Place fabric under foot, positioning fold of tuck under the lip of the guide. Adjust Needle Position to correspond with notch on guide. Stitch tuck, allowing folded edge of fabric to feed into lip of guide. The optional Seam/Quilting Guide when attached to a one-piece foot, can create a pleat up to 2 wide. Note: A left guide is available; also available is a set of guides with a ruler attached; they can be used to create pleats up to 4 wide. Determine fold line of tuck. Fold on this line and press. Attach the guide to the foot and adjust for the widest tuck possible. Place fabric under foot, positioning the guide along the fold of the tuck. Adjust Needle Position to correspond with notch on guide. Stitch tuck, allowing the guide to ride on the folded edge of the fabric.

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DECORATIVE TUCKS
Fabric: Needle: Thread: Presser Foot: Medium weight cotton, 8 x 4 80/12 Embroidery 30 wt. Cotton Embroidery, Metallic, and matching cord Depends on technique
Draw 4 lines about apart, across the width of the fabric. On the first line - create a tuck, about , using a decorative stitch. On the second line - sew a tuck using a metallic thread with a straight stitch. Cord the edge of this tuck with a metallic cord as in Section C - Corded Edge. On the third line create an inverted tuck with lace inserted into it. - Place the edge of the lace against the drawn line, on the right side, and baste in place. - Fold the fabric over the lace and press. - Using Edgestitch Foot #10, place the pressed fold against the left side of the center blade move needle position to the left enough to catch the lace; stitch to the left of the basting line. - Open out and press again. On the fourth line insert the lace with the tuck. - Fold wrong sides together and press the last tuck. - Place the edge of the lace in from the fold a scant. - Using Foot #37 - the foot - stitch a tuck, catching the lace as you sew. - Press the tuck toward the lace. MASTERING YOUR BERNINA 1/10/02 Electronic 1008/60
WISH LIST Gather It Up and Tuck It Down
Presser Feet and Attachments: Embroidery Foot #6 Edgestitch Foot #10 Zipper Foot With Guide #14 Wide Gathering Foot #16 Open Embroidery Foot #20 Pintuck Feet #30 - 3 groove #31 - 5 groove #32 - 7 groove #33 - 9 groove Patchwork Foot #37 Ruffler Attachment #86 Feet-ures Double Needles 1.6mm 2.0mm 2.5mm 3.0mm 4.0mm Guide Bar Set with Rulers Elastic thread Gimp cord Extra Bobbincase Accessory Box GooGone Sewing Iron Metallic Thread and Cord Wavy Rotary Cutter Ruler Cutting Mat Spray Sizing

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