Features and Benefits creative 4.0
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Embroidery features

Large embroidery area The PFAFF creative 4.0 sewing and embroidery machine features a large embroidery area - up to 260 x 200 mm for your unique, personal creations. Cut Jump Stitches in embroidery The machine will trim the top jump stitches and pull the thread end to the underside of the fabric as you embroider. It will save you time trimming after the embroidery is completed. Precise positioning Place every embroidery design exactly where you want it. Combine designs and elements to create embroideries of unlimited size quickly and easily. All stitches can be sewn in the embroidery hoop to create unique embroidery designs. Embroidery stitch editor Adjust sequences and stitches for truly creative borders and for beautiful unique embellishments. Embroidery Design scaling Increase or decrease the original design up to 20% for different weights of thread. Change embroidery colors Change the thread colors in the embroidery on the PFAFF HD screen and see your embroidery in 3D view. Estimated embroidery time is shown The PFAFF creative 4.0 sewing and embroidery machine automatically shows an estimation of the embroidery time for the current color block so you know how long it takes to embroider. Multi-select designs Select one, several or all designs on the PFAFF HD screen in embroidery to move or adjust the designs. They dont even have to be in order. Jump to stitch Enter the stitch number to jump to a specific stitch in embroidery. AutoSave current state Set to periodically save embroidery stitch number and position plus automatically saves personalized adjustments to continue your embroidery later. Save current state Lets you stop at any stitch in your embroidery and save all settings.

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Basting in the hoop Baste fabric to a stabilizer that is already hooped. Great for knit fabrics or other fabrics that you do not wish to hoop. Zoom in / Zoom out For exact placement of designs, stitch points etc. Embroidery Grid Makes customizing on the PFAFF HD screen simple and precise. Hoop positions Touch the icon to position the hoop to change the bobbin, trim around an appliqu or to go to the center of the design. More than 100 fantastic embroidery designs created by fashion designers for the PFAFF creative 4.0 sewing and embroidery machine are included. 2 built-in embroidery fonts 3 different sizes with scaling possibilities in upper case, lower case plus numbers and symbols. Embroidery Hoops included creative 120 Square Hoop (120 x 120), creative ELITE Hoop (260 x 200). Quick release on all hoops makes re-hooping simple. Make the embroidery area even larger With the optional embroidery unit the creative 4.0 sewing and embroidery machine features the largest embroidery area in the home sewing industry - up to 360 x 350 mm for your unique, personal creations. USB ports The PFAFF creative 4.0 sewing and embroidery machine is equipped with two USB ports (host and device). USB connection Transfer embroidery designs between your creative 4.0 sewing and embroidery machine and your computer with the USB embroidery stick or USB cable for unlimited memory. CREATIVE 4D QuickFont included Use your computer and 4D QuickFont to change TrueType fonts into embroidery fonts. CREATIVE 4D organizer A program for your computer to organize your design files in your computer, turn designs into an image file, print catalogues and more.

Sewing features

Large sewing space The sewing area to the right of the needle is super-sized for sewing large projects 10" to the right of the needle. The original IDT system Integrated Dual Feed only from PFAFF for over 40 years! Absolutely even fabric feed from both the top and the bottom. IDT system works with any stitch forward or reverse at any stitch length or width. The original IDT system from PFAFF is built right into the machine. It can be easily engaged or disengaged as needed. Many PFAFF accessories and presser feet can be used with IDT system to ensure even seams with any stitch on any fabric. Beautiful 9 mm high quality stitches Select from a wide variety of beautiful high quality stitches - over 300. Including utility stitches, buttonholes, 9 mm wide decorative stitches, quilt stitches, cross stitches and hemstitches.
Start/stop - sew without the foot control makes sewing long seams, free-motion, and embroidery easy. Sew with embroidery unit on Eliminates the need to remove embroidery unit when sewing. Stitch Creator Create your own new individual stitches directly on the PFAFF HD screen. You can also edit the built in stitches for unlimited creativity. Electronic thread tension Needle thread tension is set electronically for different stitches, techniques and embroideries makes sewing simple. Stitch positioning Moves complete stitch right or left to align decorative stitches. Automatic presser foot lift Raises the presser foot to pivot position automatically when the needle is set to stop down. The presser foot lifts at the end of a seam after a thread snip. Adjustable presser foot pressure For specialty fabrics and techniques. Extra presser foot lift Raises the presser foot to its highest position so that thick fabrics can be placed easily under the presser foot. Tapering on all 9 mm decorative stitches Gradually increase or decrease the stitch width at the beginning and/or at the end. Choose from 18 different angles for more creative opportunities. Patchwork program Sew your seam and the creative 4.0 sewing and embroidery machine will remember the seam length to repeat over and over. Use with utility or decorative stitches for special effects. Single stitch program Set the exact number of stitches or sequences you wish to sew with automatic stopping. Combine Tapering with either Patchwork Program or Single Stitch Program Repeat the tapered seam with the same look and length over and over again, giving more creative freedom. The PFAFF HD screen also shows what the taper looks like with the selected stitch. Two Free-motion modes Choose between Sensormatic or Spring foot free-motion mode for best results with various techniques and fabrics. Automatic feed dog drop lowers the feed dogs for special techniques and embroidery. Program sequencing commands Program Stop, Thread Snips and/or Tie-off into a stitch sequence. Your sequence does exactly what you want every time. Sensormatic buttonhole Makes beautiful repeatable buttonholes on any fabric. Twin needle program Automatically adjusts the stitch width to prevent needle breakage. See the stitch as it will sew on the PFAFF HD screen. Stitch restart Instantly returns to the beginning of your selected stitch, sequence or embroidery.

Mirror image Flip the stitch side to side and/or end to end for even more creative possibilities. Stitch width safety Limits stitch width to center needle straight stitch while using straight stitch needle plate and/or straight stitch foot to prevent needle breakage. Needle up/down Touch a button to set your needle to automatically stop up or down in the fabric for pivoting, appliqu and more. Just tap the foot control to shift between up/down position. Accessory Feet included 0A Standard with IDT, 1A Fancy stitch foot with IDT, 2A Fancy stitch foot, 3 Blindhem foot with IDT, 4 Zipper foot with IDT, 5A Sensormatic buttonhole foot, 5M Manual buttonhole foot, 6A Sensormatic free-motion/Embroidery foot, 7 Rolled hem foot with IDT.

Machine features

The PFAFF HD Screen is brilliant! The PFAFF HD screen with high end resolution displays stitches in actual size and embroidery designs in 3D true color. The intuitive screen layout is clear, well-designed, and easy to use. LED lights Optimized bright lights illuminate your entire sewing area without shadows. Thread Snips Automatically cuts top and bobbin thread at the touch of a button or wherever you have programmed it. Separate bobbin winding motor Easily wind a bobbin while sewing or embroidering. Top and bobbin thread sensor Alerts you when bobbin is running low and/or when the needle thread is broken or runs out. Bobbin winding from the needle No need to rethread to wind bobbins when you wind directly from the needle. Winding stops automatically when your bobbin is full. Connect USB deviCes via two USB ports Use optional external CD drive, optional USB hub or an external mouse to navigate your PFAFF HD screen. Stylus holder built-in Keeps your stylus at your fingertips. Button Ruler Quickly determine your buttonhole size with the help of the button ruler. Set buttonhole size on the PFAFF HD screen and sew as many precise buttonholes as you need. German innovative design Built to make sewing easy and to achieve the professional results that sewers wants. The PFAFF creative 4.0 sewing and embroidery machine with its innovative features, durability and ease of operation will do it all for you. Two built-in spool pins For twin needle sewing, specialty sewing, bobbin winding while sewing or embroidering. Large stitch plate Markings to the left or right of the needle help you guide your fabric.

Browse your computer from your PFAFF creative 4.0 sewing and embroidery machine Search for design files easily. Quick help system and alphabetical Index help Simply touch quick help icon or index help for built-in advice. All information is shown on the PFAFF HD screen with easy to understand icons. Personal files Save your personal stitches, sequences or designs in your personal file folders to sew them again whenever you wish. Speed Ranges Adjust your sewing speed for specialty threads, techniques or personal taste. Updateable via the Internet. Quick reference card Handy laminated sheet with key information.