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M A S T E R Y
B O O K
S E R I E S
S E W I N G
M AC H I N E S
BERNETTE SEWING MACHINE WORKBOOK
For b erne t te mo d els s ew&go, b33 , b35 and b 0 5
12012020
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- Page 1 S E R I E S S E W I N G M AC H I N E S BERNETTE SEWING MACHINE WORKBOOK For b erne t te mo d els s ew&go, b33 , b35 and b 0 5 12012020...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
SUPPLIES ...........21 The information in this workbook applies to bernette models: sew&go, b33, b35 and b05. Note: Some exercises apply only to certain models equipped with the feature being highlighted. b e r n e t t e S E W I N G M A C H I N E W O R K B O O K... -
Page 3: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Congratulations on the purchase of your new bernette sewing machine. The information in this workbook will help you learn the basics of using your new machine. This workbook is designed to be used as a step-by-step guide to familiarize you with the basic operation of your bernette sewing machine. -
Page 4: Sewing Machine Needles
SEWING MACHINE NEEDLES General Information Needle “Secret” Code Along with thread, needles are very important to stitch formation. Many “mechanical” • DRI = Triple problems and damage to fabrics can be traced to a bent, damaged, or incorrect size or •... - Page 5 SEWING MACHINE NEEDLES, CONTINUED TYPE SIZES DESCRIPTION Ballpoint 60 – 100 Has a rounded point. Size 70 for lingerie, nylon, jersey; 80 for t-shirt; 90 for sweatshirt fleece. Stretch 70 – 90 A Stretch needle has a more rounded point than a Ballpoint, and a blue anti-cling coating which helps to prevent skipped stitches in knits and elastic.
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Page 6: Thread
THREAD To achieve quality stitches, a sewing machine needs three things: suitable Fibers thread, correct needle size, and properly adjusted thread tensions. Poor Fiber refers to the type of material used to quality or the wrong type of thread can cause inferior stitches on any produce the thread. -
Page 7: Bernette Presser Feet
Along with an all-purpose foot for general sewing, other presser feet for specific tasks are included with bernette machines. The presser feet are easy to attach with snap-on soles that take only a few seconds to change when needed. - Page 8 BERNETTE PRESSER FEET, CONT. sew&go b33 Buttonhole Foot with Slide – Required for creating functional and beautiful buttonholes for any project. Button-sew-on Foot – This foot is designed to sit on top of a flat 2- or 4-hole button so it can easily be machine-stitched in ...
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Page 9: Stitch Selection
STITCH SELECTION Helpful Basics bernette Models: sew&go and b33 With the needle up, turn the stitch pattern selector knob so that Securing Stitches the symbol with the desired stitch pattern points at the setting Secure straight stitches using the reverse mark. - Page 10 STITCH SELECTION, CONTINUED bernette Model b05 The stitch patterns are divided into categories A to L. Each category can include up to three stitch patterns,which are indicated by the colors black, gray and red. NOTE: To prevent damage to the needle and the fabric, ALWAYS move the needle to the topmost position before turning the Stitch Pattern Selection knob.
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Page 11: Turning Corners
TURNING CORNERS Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6” Lightweight tear-away stabilizer 4” x 6” 80/12 Universal Center Zigzag Foot Select the Straight Stitch and adjust the stitch length to 2.5 mm. Place the stabilizer on the wrong side of the fabric. Sew a line of stitching and stop with the needle down in the fabric. -
Page 12: Zigzag Stitch
ZIGZAG STITCH Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6” 80/12 Universal As directed in instructions Zigzag Foot Select the Zigzag Stitch (width = 4, length = 2). Finish one 6” edge using the following steps. Align the edge of the fabric with inner toe of presser foot so stitch falls on edge of the fabric. -
Page 13: Blind Hem
BLIND HEM Heavy flannel, 7” x 6” 80/12 Universal As programmed Zigzag Foot Blind Hem Foot Attach Zigzag Foot to the machine. Finish one 6” edge of the fabric using a zigzag stitch, guiding the edge of fabric under the center of the foot. The needle should go into the fabric on one stroke of the needle and over the edge on the next stroke. -
Page 14: 4-Step Buttonhole
4-STEP BUTTONHOLE Heavy flannel, 7” x 6” Lightweight tear-away stabilizer 3.5” x 6” 80/12 Universal As programmed Buttonhole Foot Fold flannel in half to 3.5” x 6” and press; insert stabilizer between the fabric layers. For Models sew&go and b33 Mark the beginning and ending points of the buttonhole on the fabric. -
Page 15: 1-Step Buttonhole
1-STEP BUTTONHOLE Heavy flannel, 7” x 6” Lightweight tear-away stabilizer 3.5” x 6” 80/12 Universal As programmed Buttonhole Foot with Slide Fold flannel in half to 3.5” x 6” and press. For Models b35, b05 Insert stabilizer between the layers. Mark buttonhole on fabric by drawing a line 1 1/2”... -
Page 16: Attaching Buttons
ATTACHING BUTTONS Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6” Lightweight tear-away stabilizer 4” x 6” 80/12 Universal As needed Button Sew-On Foot Feed dog lowered 3/4” (19 mm/30L) two-hole button Attach the Button Sew-On Foot to the machine; adjusting the speed to slow. Attach the Button Sew-On Foot to the machine;... -
Page 17: Stitching Zippers
STITCHING ZIPPERS Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6”, two pieces 80/12 Universal As programmed Zigzag Foot and Zipper Foot 4” to 7” neckline zipper Attach Zipper Foot to the machine. Place fabric pieces right sides together. Sew a straight stitch seam 3/4” from 6” edge: •... -
Page 18: Decorative Stitching
DECORATIVE STITCHING Decorative Stitching and Embellishment Techniques Prep ar i n g t h e f abr i c As you begin to experiment with decorative stitches there Preparing your fabric correctly can take the frustration are several things you should keep in mind: •... -
Page 19: Satin Stitching
SATIN STITCHING Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6” Lightweight tear-away stabilizer 4” x 6” 80/12 Universal Cotton or Polyester embroidery thread As indicated in directions Satin Stitch Foot or Open Toe Foot Attach a Satin Stitch or Open Toe foot to the machine. If neither of these feet is available, use a Zigzag Foot and set the stitch length slightly longer for a slightly more open stitch. -
Page 20: Double Needle Stitching
DOUBLE NEEDLE STITCHING Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6” Lightweight tear-away stabilizer 4” x 6” 2.0 mm or 3.0mm Double Needle Two spools of cotton or polyester embroidery thread Center Zigzag or Satin Stitch Foot Attach a Zigzag or Satin Stitch foot to the machine. Place the stabilizer behind the fabric. -
Page 21: Supplies
SUPPLIES FABRIC TYPE SIZE EXERCISES EXAMPLES Firm woven 4” x 6” Turning Corners, pg. 11 Heavy muslin Zigzag Stitch, pg. 12 High-quality quilting cotton Attaching Buttons, pg. 16 Medium weight denim Satin Stitching, pg. 19 Stitching Zippers, pg. 17 Double Needle Stitching, pg. 20 Heavy Flannel 7”...
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