Bernina Presser Feet User Manual

At-A-Glance Reference Guide
to BERNINA
®
Presser Feet, Attachments, and Accessories
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Presser Feet:
• are precision engineered for specific functions
• are Swiss-made for the highest quality
• are one-piece metal feet, making them strong and durable
• are easy to change with one hand, requiring no special tools
• have a white shank, making it easier to see the eye of the needle, resulting in easier threading
• are, in some cases, modeled after commercial feet used in factories to increase speed and
production with professional looking results
• do the job intended in relation to all types of sewing (garment making, quilting, crafting, etc.)
• are supported by the best and most complete educational materials in the industry such as
Feet-ures, Volumes 1, 2, and 3 and the BERNINA USA website (www.berninausa.com)
Understanding the Numbers/Letters
BERNINA presser feet are numbered and may have one or two additional versions with a letter that follows
the number, such as Edgestitch Foot #10C or Jeans Foot #8D.
No Letter—The number without a letter refers to a foot engineered to be used with BERNINA
models that have a CB Hook and a maximum stitch width of 5.5mm. These feet may also be
compatible with models that have a 9mm width when a 9mm width is not applicable, such
as when making pintucks with feet #30, 31, 32, or 33.
The Letter “C”—When a foot number is followed by a C, it indicates a version of the foot
made for models that have rotary hook systems and a maximum stitch width of 9mm. The
“C” stands for coded and refers to the sensor on the foot that works with the electronics of
the machine to engage the wider stitch width (see page 8 for more information on sensors).
The sole of the “C” foot is usually larger to fit the wider feed dogs of the rotary hook machines.
Exceptions: Overlock Foot #2/2A: 2A is larger to fit the wider feed dog but does not have a sensor
for a wider stitch because the overlock stitches are not used at wide widths. Extra Wide Gathering
Foot #16C: 16C is larger to fit the wider feed dog but does not have a sensor for a wider stitch width.
The Letter “D”—The feet that have a number followed by a D are designed
to work with the 8-Series (models 830 and 820) Dual Feed feature. After
attaching the foot, the dual feed mechanism is positioned in the cutout on the
back of the foot, engaging the BERNINA Dual Feed system. It is recommended
that the D-Feet are used only when engaging the BERNINA Dual Feed feature.
Assembling the Walking Foot • Hand-polishing Presser Feet Soles • Assembling the Blind Hem Foot
PRESSER FEET PRODUCTION

Bernina Presser Feet Specifications

General

Type	Presser Feet
Compatibility	Bernina Sewing Machines
Function	Various (depending on the specific foot, e.g., sewing zippers, buttonholes, decorative stitches, quilting)
Quantity	Varies (single or sets)
Material	Metal and plastic

Summary

BERNINA Presser Feet Introduction and Guide

BERNINA Presser Feet Features

General characteristics and benefits of BERNINA presser feet, emphasizing quality and functionality.

Understanding BERNINA Presser Foot Numbering and Lettering

Explains the coding system for presser feet numbers and letters (e.g., C, D) and their implications.

BERNINA Presser Feet Catalog

Zigzag Foot #0

All-purpose foot for straight stitch, zigzag, and other forward-feed stitches.

Reverse Pattern Foot #1/1C/D

All-purpose foot for forward-feed and multi-motion decorative stitches.

Overlock Foot #2/2A

For overlock stitches to overcast fabric edges, attach ribbing, and sew overlock seams.

Standard Buttonhole Foot #3

For manual buttonholes, with grooves for buttonhole beads to move freely.

Automatic Buttonhole Foot #3A

For computerized models to make measured, repeatable buttonholes automatically.

Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3B

Alignment guides for making manual buttonholes of the same length.

Zipper Foot #4/4D

For stitching next to zipper coils, requires far right or left needle position.

Blind Hem Foot #5

For sewing 'blind' hems, designed for a smooth, un-puckered hem.

Embroidery Foot #6

For heavy satin stitching and appliqué, includes hole for cord/elastic.

Tailor Tack Foot #7

For tailor tacks and decorative work like fagoting and fringing.

Jeans Foot #8/8D

Hinged, straight stitch foot for better penetration through thick layers.

Darning Foot #9

Free-motion foot for darning, thread painting, bobbin play, and quilting.

Edgestitch Foot #10/10C/10D

Guide for stitching perfectly straight along seams or edges; ideal for in-the-ditch.

Cordonnet Foot #11

For sewing beautiful straight stitches with heavy decorative thread.

Bulky Overlock Foot #12

For heavy knits, piping, couching cord, and attaching beads.

Bulky Overlock Foot #12C

Similar to #12 with larger tunnel and hole for couching.

Straight Stitch Foot #13

For all straight stitch work like seaming, topstitching, and quilt piecing.

Zipper Foot with Guide #14/14D

Adjustable guide for sewing even laps when inserting zippers.

Embroidery Foot #15

Used with the artista embroidery module for machine embroidery.

Gathering Foot #16/16C

Easily gather fabrics; 'C' version fits 9mm feed dog but not 9mm stitch width.

Button Sew-On Foot #18

Quickly and easily sew flat buttons with or without thread shanks.

Open Embroidery Foot #20/20C/20D

Similar to #6 but with front bar cut away for better visibility.

Braiding Foot #21

Beveled hole to hold thick yarns, decorative threads, and narrow braids for couching.

Cording Foot #22

Three grooves to hold and control narrow cords side-by-side for couching.

Clear Embroidery Foot #23

Clear sole offers great visibility for satin stitching and appliqué.

Freehand Embroidery Foot #24

Cut-away portion offers better visibility than Foot #9 for free-motion work.

Cording Foot #25

Five grooves to hold and control narrow cords side-by-side for couching.

Teardrop Embroidery Foot #26

Teardrop-shaped cutout provides improved thread control for machine embroidery.

Freehand Quilting Foot #29/29C

Clear sole offers great visibility for free-motion quilting.

3-Groove Pintuck Foot #30

Sew double needle tucks in heavier fabrics like denim and wool.

5-Groove Pintuck Foot #31

Sew double needle tucks in medium weight fabrics like linen and chambray.

7-Groove Pintuck Foot #32

Sew double needle tucks in lightweight fabrics like shirting and silk.

9-Groove Pintuck Foot #33

Sew double needle tucks in fine fabrics like batiste.

Clear Foot #34/34C/34D

Clear sole for increased stitch visibility, similar to Reverse Pattern Foot #1.

Invisible Zipper Foot #35

For inserting 'invisible' zippers without needing to press them open.

Patchwork Foot #37/37D

Designed to make sewing 1/4" and 3/8" seams easy and precise.

Piping Foot #38

For making flat, couture piping and sewing on uneven surfaces.

Clear Embroidery Foot 39/39C

Clear sole for better visibility; has hole for sewing elastic cord.

Sideways Motion Foot #40C

For sewing large directional sewing motifs on certain models.

Rotary Foot #41 (1630)

For use with the directional sewing feature of model 1630.

Bernina Stitch Regulator #42 (BSR)

For even, consistent free-motion stitches without extensive practice.

Free-Motion Couching Foot #43

Holds narrow cords for free-motion couching using straight stitch only.

Walking Foot #50

Keeps fabric layers from shifting; good for quilting and matching plaids.

Roller Foot #51

Rollers on sole help fabric feeding for leather, plastic, and velvet.

Non-Stick Zigzag Foot #52/52C/52D

Coated sole allows foot to slide over sticky fabrics like plastic or leather.

Non-Stick Straight Stitch Foot #53

Coated sole allows foot to slide over plastic, leather, etc.

Non-Stick Zipper Foot #54

Coated sole allows foot to slide over plastic, leather, etc.

Leather Roller Foot #55

Provides maneuverability to follow contours and sew over uneven layers.

Non-Stick Open Embroidery Foot #56

Coated sole allows foot to slide over plastic, leather, etc.

Patchwork Foot with Guide #57

Similar to #37 but with an added guide for precision stitching.

Double Cord Foot #59C

Couch double or single rows of 4mm-6mm cord; good for piping.

Double Cord Foot #60C

Couch double or single rows of 7mm-8mm cord; good for piping.

2mm Zigzag Hemmer Foot #61

Double-turned hem rolled and stitched in one operation, up to 2mm wide.

2mm Straight Stitch Hemmer Foot #62

Double-turned hem rolled and stitched in one operation; straight stitch only.

3mm Zigzag Hemmer Foot #63

Double-turned hem rolled and stitched in one operation, up to 3mm wide.

4mm Straight Stitch Hemmer Foot #64

Double-turned hem rolled and stitched in one operation; straight stitch only.

6mm Zigzag Hemmer Foot #66

Double-turned hem rolled and stitched in one operation, up to 6mm wide.

2mm Roll and Shell Hemmer Foot #68

Double-turned soft hem rolled and stitched, up to 2mm wide.

4mm Roll and Shell Hemmer Foot #69

Double-turned soft hem rolled and stitched, up to 4mm wide.

4mm Lap Seam Foot #70

Makes easy 4mm flat felled seams by folding and holding fabric.

8mm Lap Seam Foot #71

Makes easy 8mm flat felled seams by folding and holding fabric.

Foot Adapter #75 & #77

Low shank adapter for generic feet and the BERNINA Ruffler Attachment #86.

Cut 'n' Sew Attachment #80

Trims fabric and sews in one pass; doubles as a serger.

Eyelet Embroidery Set #82

Makes a variety of sizes of embroidered eyelets.

Circular Embroidery Attachment #83

Works with most presser feet to stitch perfect circles.

Binder Attachment #84

Feeds a flat strip of fabric around an edge for stitching.

Simple Binder #85

Feeds pre-folded or unfolded binding for stitching.

Ruffler Attachment #86

Gathers or pleats fabrics and attaches to a flat layer in one operation.

Cut 'n' Sew Foot #90

Presser foot required for using Cut 'n' Sew Attachment #80.

Eyelet Embroidery Foot #92

Presser foot required for using the Eyelet Embroidery Set.

Binder Foot #94

Presser foot required for using Binder Attachment #84.

Special BERNINA Accessories and Technical Information

Needle Punch Accessory Set

Duplicates hand needle felting for models with CB Hook systems.

Coded Feet Explanation

Details the sensor function for stitch width detection in coded feet.

Reference Materials and Online Resources

Information on 'Feet-ures' books and the BERNINA USA website for more details.