Bernina 1008

One of the most popular sewing machines that Bamber Sewing Machines stocks, is the Bernina 1008. Although it has been around for many years, some of the finest quality sewing is achieved with the Bernina 1008 because of its reliability, versatility and ease of use and very little to go wrong or break!

The Bernina 1008 is a traditional built, mechanical, entry level sewing machine. It is ideal for schools, dressmaking and soft furnishings. While not providing all of the functions of the more contemporary designed machines, it still produces quality sewing and comes equipped with all the main features needed for general purpose sewing. This is why it has become so popular for schools, colleges, universities and professional sewers.

The Bernina 1008 is an all round machine, that's very solidly built. It offers a god range of practical stitches and some decorative patterns. The Bernina 1008 comes equipped with a range of features and specification which you should consider in depth before you make the decision to buy a Bernina 1008.

Bernina 1008 Specifications

• 16 Stitches: The Bernina 1008 doesn’t just come equipped with 16 stitches but even more valuable is the fine adjustment on the stitch length setting which allows variations from '0' up to 5mm stitch width. This allows you to achieve perfect results on a wide range of fabrics. 16 stitch patterns including the useful reverse feed utility stitches decorative stitches are built in as standard.

• 6 Point Buttonhole/ Auto 6 stage buttonhole: With the Bernina 1008 you will produce perfect buttonholes on any fabric. The 6-step buttonhole delivers even, variable density on both left and right beads being sewn in the same direction.

• CB Hook Bernina patented CB Hook system (bottom loading bobbin) ensures perfect, balanced stitches on any fabric, every time. The Bernina 1008 ensures greater reliability, and simple maintenance. The CB system will give perfect stitch quality whether you are sewing the finest of silks or the heaviest of denims. It is perfect for free machine embroidery / quilting and very logical control knobs.

• Slender Free arm: The Sleeve-arm facility is vital for sewing round sleeves, trouser legs and small items.

• Stitch setting chart: The Bernina 1008 allows for easy stitch selection by choosing the best settings for different stitches. A quick reference guide will show which presser foot, stitch length, width and needle position to use.

• 1 button hole: Hopper mechanism for free machine embroidery
• 5 snap on feet 5 Needle Positions: Variable needle positioning facilitates piping and zipper insertion allowing you to change the line of sewing without moving the fabric.

• Metal Body: Its metal casing adds extra robustness for harsher environments and the accessory box slides onto the free-arm to create a simple extension table.

• Accessory box: attaches to the machine which is a handy unit to store accessories and presser feet.

• Thread cutter;
• Soft Cover;
• Free Arm;
• Retractable carry handle;
• Multi purpose foot;
• Zipper foot;
• Blind hem foot;
• Overlock foot;
• Buttonhole foot:
• Slide off stitch plate for easy cleaning

All features come as standard with the Bernina 1008 at an incredibly £575.00. This is an investment you won't regret and with a 5 year mechanical and two year electrical warranty we provide you with piece of mind. We also offer optional freehand presser feet for the Bernina 1008.