Know Your Bernina

I looked pretty carefully and cannot see a referance to the book being for any particular Bernina models, although the author mentions she has #830 and also mentions #730 & #1130. This is more on how to manipulate fabrics using a Bernina and the feet than to service the machine. There are charts on which feet come with the machines #730, 830, 930, 1130, which are optional, and what needle to use for what. (from the back cover) "KNOW YOUR BERNINA ASKS MANY QUESTIONS: if I had a piece of fabric and a Bernina, how many ways could I change the face of the fabric by using the machine? The question is answered in a step-by-step way in 11 chapters and 36 lessons - add stitches, texture, and fabric; stitch across spaces, draw out threads, add interesting seams, hems, and edges, and more. Only a simple working knowledge of any sewing machine is needed to begin learning free embroidery, applique, cutwork, lacemaking, needleweaving, shadow work, and quilting. Learn to make distinctive embroidered garments, home accessories, gifts - quickly and easily." While there are other books that will help you learn all of these more advanced sewing techinques (and some with a lot better illustrations/photos) it will be very handy to follow the clear instructions straight from this book so that every machine setting the author mentions are clearly the same for your Bernina - not other makes. This review is of the 1987 paperbound edition, other editions may vary. I like how this edition binding will lay flat without holding it (except very near the front or back of text block) so that you may follow easily.

Teaches (and illustrates) maximum use of the mechanical Berninas thru accessories and specialty feet. These stitching tips & techniques add endless possibilities for quality sewing and tailoring, even heirloom and embroidery work. Instructions are precisely written with many helpful photos.