BERNINA 780

Superb sewing and embroidery

BERNINA 780

Superb sewing and embroidery

Extra-large: oversized embroidery area
Endless Embroidery, incl. USB Connection
Large embroidery module included
BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) included
BERNINA 9 Hook

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Features & Functions
Accessories
Tutorials
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BERNINA 780 with embroidery module — Create beautiful embroidery

Extended Freearm

The BERNINA 7 Series includes a meticulously engineered extended freearm with ten inches / 254 mm of space to right of the needle—plenty of room for big sewing projects. Large designs can also be embroidered on the oversized embroidery area. When needed, the BERNINA 780 can also be upgraded with a diverse selection of accessories.

Endless Embroidery

You can create mirror images, as well as rotate, combine or resize your designs right on the color touch screen. Personalize with decorative stitches or alphabets with embroidery patterns. Preview alternate color options on the touch screen and save them on your machine or on a USB Stick. Use Absolute Check for perfect design placement.

The BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR)

The BERNINA 780 is equipped with the BSR function. The BSR foot provides high-speed free-motion stitching assistance with both straight and zigzag stitch options and it comes standard with the machine.

BERNINA Dual Feed

Optimum visibility and superb fabric feed. The innovative BERNINA Dual Feed tames hard-to-manage fabrics. Easy to engage when needed, the BERNINA Dual Feed tucks completely out of the way when it’s not.

Greater Sewing Pleasure

The 7 Series machines respond to your needs. For example, the presser foot automatically lowers at the start of a seam and lifts again at the end. The machine will even cut the thread for you at the end of your seam or colour change. Also included is a practical extension table with ample space to hold your larger sewing projects.

Total Stitch Control

The BERNINA 780 provides an exclusive level of stitch control. Whether altering the stitch length, stitch width, or needle position—or even creating combinations—the machine will remember the stitch details for you.

Tips and Tricks

User-friendly features and intuitive navigation: the Sewing Consultant and built-in tutorials offer direct onscreen support and answers to your questions any time, day or night.

Large Selection of Stitches and Embroidery Designs

The BERNINA 780 offers hundreds of stitches, all of which are clearly categorized and easily accessible. In addition, there are over 130 built-in embroidery designs and 12 alphabets. Your own embroidery designs can also be quickly loaded via a USB connection.

A World Premier: The New BERNINA 9 Hook

With the launch of the 7 Series, BERNINA presents a world’s first, the BERNINA 9 Hook (B 9 Hook). Combining the two best hook technologies, the B 9 Hook is patent pending. The new heart of the BERNINA machine features a novel, centrally-placed driver, which allows the B 9 Hook to run steady and quiet. The B 9 Hook sews high-precision stitches up to 9 mm in width with speeds up to a 1,000 stitches per minute. And the bobbin has 80 percent more thread capacity than our standard bobbins allowing you to sew longer without interruption. Finally, the B 9 Hook is made of high-quality materials that allow the thread to run smoothly at consistent tension.

Kazu Huggler for BERNINA

We are pleased to announce our partnership with Kazu Huggler. Belonging to a new generation of international fashion designers, she lives in Zurich, where she owns her own shop and fashion label, «KAZU». The daughter of a Japanese mother and a Swiss father, she grew up in Japan and Switzerland. Her designs are mostly inspired by traditional Japanese culture.

For the launch of the 7 Series, Kazu Huggler created an exclusive dress. She designed the fabric herself and produced it in Switzerland. The design features a crane—a traditional Japanese symbol that stands for luck and longevity. The cut is inspired by the traditional Japanese kimono.

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A World Premiere
The New BERNINA 9 Hook

With the launch of the 7 Series, BERNINA presents a world’s first, the BERNINA 9 Hook (B 9 Hook). Combining the two best hook technologies, the B 9 Hook is patent pending.

The new heart of the BERNINA machine features a novel, centrally-placed driver, which allows the B 9 Hook to run steady and quiet. The B 9 Hook sews high-precision stitches up to 9 mm in width with speeds up to a 1,000 stitches per minute. And the bobbin has 80 percent more thread capacity than our standard bobbins, allowing you to sew longer without interruption.

Finally, the B 9 Hook is made of high-quality materials that allow the thread to run smoothly with consistent tension.

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Features & Functions

Sewing & Quilting
Embroidery
General Features

Maximum Sewing Speed (stitches per minute)	1000
Maximum Sewing Speed (stitches per minute) High speed with high power.
Maximum Stitch Width	9
Maximum Stitch Width The variable Stitch Width can be adjusted while sewing. The 9 mm maximum stitch width available on some models expands your design possibilities.
Maximum Stitch Length	6
Maximum Stitch Length The variable Stitch Length provides a smooth transition from length to length and can be adjusted while sewing.
Adjustable Needle Positions	11
Adjustable Needle Positions Multiple Needle Positions allow for very precise sewing. You can sew most patterns in any needle position.
Presser Foot Recommendation
Presser Foot Recommendation Indicator shows recommended presser foot for general use of stitch selected.
Presser Foot Library
Presser Foot Library Access a built-in library of current presser feet and accessories.
Sideways Motion
Sideways Motion Multi-directional sewing expands your decorative stitch possibilities.
Automatic Buttonhole / Length Measuring System
Automatic Buttonhole / Length Measuring System Quickly set the length of the One-step Buttonhole. The same buttonhole size can be repeated as often as required. Remains in memory until another stitch is selected. We use the YouTube service to display videos. This service may collect data about your activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. To view the video, please accept "Targeting cookies." Play Close
Manual Multi-step Buttonhole
Manual Multi-step Buttonhole The length of the beads is manually determined when sewing. Bartack, eye and securing stitches are preprogrammed. The individual steps can also be selected by scrolling via the arrow icons or by pushing the button «Quick Reverse».
On-Screen Buttonhole Measuring
On-Screen Buttonhole Measuring A button can be placed directly in the display. The size of the buttonhole is determined by turning the Mulitfunction knobs. We use the YouTube service to display videos. This service may collect data about your activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. To view the video, please accept "Targeting cookies." Play Close
Adjustable Buttonhole Slit Width
Adjustable Buttonhole Slit Width Adjust the spacing of the beads appropriate for thick or heavy fabrics.
Import/Export Stitches via USB
Import/Export Stitches via USB To import and export sewing stitches via a USB stick.
Temporary Altered Stitch Memory
Temporary Altered Stitch Memory Stitch settings are remembered during the sewing session. This saves time when repeating stitches in a project.
History Function (most recently used stitch patterns)
History Function (most recently used stitch patterns) The last sewn stitches and their changes are recorded in a history menu and are retained even after the machine is switched off which makes separate writing down unnecessary. Stitches can be selected directly from "History".
Creative Consultant Sewing
Creative Consultant Sewing Get reliable support for various applications and fabrics from the integrated Sewing Consultant. Makes suggestions regarding needles, presser foot, stabilizer etc.
Drag and Drop
Drag and Drop Stitch patterns of a combination can be positioned in relation to each other as desired using drag and drop or the multifunction knobs.
Pattern Begin
Pattern Begin Start sewing at the beginning of a pattern or sequence wherever you stopped.
Elongation
Elongation Extend stitch pattern length in 1% or 100% steps for decorative effects. Shortest length is 10%; maximum length is 1000%.

Continuous Reverse
Continuous Reverse Sew backwards at a touch of a button.
Programmable Securing Function
Programmable Securing Function Automatically secures a single pattern or combination by adding some on the spot stitches.
BSR Enabled
BSR Enabled Usability of the BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) on the machine. We use the YouTube service to display videos. This service may collect data about your activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. To view the video, please accept "Targeting cookies." Play Close
Start/Stop Button (stitching without foot control)
Start/Stop Button (stitching without foot control) As an alternative to the traditional foot control, power the machine using the Start/Stop button and regulate the speed with the Slide Speed Control.
Presser Foot Hover Function
Presser Foot Hover Function Activate Hover with a quick tap of the Start/Stop button to reposition the project. Program Hover to work with the Needle Stop Down function to Pivot.
Freearm Sewing
Freearm Sewing The slim freearm is perfect for hemming small tubular pieces, such as baby clothes, pant legs, etc.
Monograms (with sideways motion only)
Monograms (with sideways motion only)
Total Number of Sewing Stitch Patterns (incl. alphabets)	1306
Alphabets / Monograms	8
Decorative Stitches	460
Button Sew-On Program
Button Sew-On Program Button Sew-On Foot #18 is the perfect tool for easy sewing of buttons, snap fasteners, eyelets and decorations. We use the YouTube service to display videos. This service may collect data about your activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. To view the video, please accept "Targeting cookies." Play Close
Buttonholes / Eyelets	15
Practical Stitches	32
Sideways Motion Stitches	91
Quilting Stitches	33
Tassel/Tapering/Skyline Stitch Patterns	52
Tassel/Tapering/Skyline Stitch Patterns For unlimited design possibilities.
Darning Programs	3
360° directional sewing

Maximum Embroidery Speed (Stitches per minute)	1000
Maximum Embroidery Speed (Stitches per minute) Enjoy high speed for completing embroidery projects quicker.
Freearm Embroidery
Freearm Embroidery Easy freearm embroidery with all embroidery hoops without additional tools. For embroidering tubular items such as pant legs, t-shirts, onesies, etc. We use the YouTube service to display videos. This service may collect data about your activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. To view the video, please accept "Targeting cookies." Play Close
Built-in Embroidery Designs	130
Embroidery Alphabets	8
On-screen Editing of Designs
On-screen Editing of Designs Easily and quickly edit embroidery designs directly on the touch screen. We use the YouTube service to display videos. This service may collect data about your activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. To view the video, please accept "Targeting cookies." Play Close
Endless Embroidery
Endless Embroidery Perfect for embroidered borders that are longer than the hoop. Stitched reference marks and on-screen animations ensure precise re-alignment during rehooping. We use the YouTube service to display videos. This service may collect data about your activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. To view the video, please accept "Targeting cookies." Play Close
WordArt
WordArt Create vertical, horizontal and curved baselines. Adjust letter spacing to create the best look. We use the YouTube service to display videos. This service may collect data about your activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. To view the video, please accept "Targeting cookies." Play Close
Basting
Basting Stitch your choice of basting stitches before embroidering. Choose to baste around your design or the inner hoop.
Color Resequence
Color Resequence Several identical colors of an embroidery design are combined into one color, thus reducing the number of color changes to a minimum. Saves time.

Personal Memory for Saving Embroidery Designs
Personal Memory for Saving Embroidery Designs Own combinations, altered embroidery designs or external designs can be stored.
Programmable Jump Stitch Cutting
Programmable Jump Stitch Cutting Set any length of jump stitches to be cut and eliminate manual cutting.
Embroidery design formats	.EXP
Automatic hoop recognition
Automatic hoop recognition The attached hoop is automatically recognized by the embroidery module.
Embroidery Sequence Control
Embroidery Sequence Control This function helps to reposition the embroidery position after a thread breakage. You can move forward or backward stitch-by-stitch or in steps of 50.
Position Recall
Position Recall The last embroidered stitch is always saved so that embroidery can be resumed at exactly the same point in the project in case of a power failure.
Embroidery Module
Embroidery Module L (SDT)	optional
Embroidery Module L (SDT) The new BERNINA Smart Drive Technology (SDT) module elevates your embroidery experience with enhanced stitch quality, smoother and quieter movement and up to 55% higher embroidery speed. We use the YouTube service to display videos. This service may collect data about your activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. To view the video, please accept "Targeting cookies." Play Close
Jumbo Hoop Compatibility (limited embroidery field: 400×210 mm, 15.7"×8.3")

Sewing space to the right of the needle	254 mm
Sewing space to the right of the needle More sewing and embroidery space to the right of the needle offers comfort and more maneuverability when stitching large and small projects.
Workspace Height	127 mm
Workspace Height The extra height presents more space for quilts and spacious large projects and makes sewing easier in general.
Centrally Located Color Touch Screen	7” / 18 cm
Centrally Located Color Touch Screen Everything at eye level; it is clear and easy to use. Can be used with fingertip or touchpen and offers touch-scroll selection. Display and backround color can be customized and the screen brightness can be set according to your needs.
Multi-function Knobs
Multi-function Knobs Easily accessible knobs for making stitch adjustments before and during sewing in .05 increments for smooth stitch transitions. Used in embroidery for composing and design alterations.
LED Sewing Light	30
LED Sewing Light Bright illumination in the needle area and over the freearm. On some machines the brightness is adjustable.
Semi-automatic Needle Threader
Semi-automatic Needle Threader Easy threading of the needle. We use the YouTube service to display videos. This service may collect data about your activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. To view the video, please accept "Targeting cookies." Play Close
Manual Thread Cutters	3
Manual Thread Cutters Conveniently positioned thread cutters in the area of the bobbin case, the bobbin winder motor and the needle to cut off thread ends.
Total Stitch Control
Total Stitch Control Permanent or temporary altering of length, width, needle position and other creative functions of all stitches - even while sewing.
BERNINA Dual Feed
BERNINA Dual Feed BERNINA Dual Feed ensures even feeding of hard-to manage fabrics with beautiful results.
Hook system	B 9
Hook system The CB Hook is the traditional BERNINA mechanism that produces the legendary BERNINA stitch quality at 5.5 mm wide. The BERNINA Rotary Hook offers the same stitch quality at 9 mm stitch width and bobbin thread monitoring. The innovative BERNINA Hook maintains legendary BERNINA stitch quality at 5.5 mm and 9 mm stitch widths. An easy bobbin case insertion and large capacity bobbin make this ideal. The M Class BERNINA Rotary Hook for Longarm machines ensures the legendary BERNINA stitch quality, even at high speeds. We use the YouTube service to display videos. This service may collect data about your activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. To view the video, please accept "Targeting cookies." Play Close
Jumbo Bobbin with 70 % more Capacity
Jumbo Bobbin with 70 % more Capacity More thread on the bobbin ensures significantly fewer interruptions in sewing, which is particularly helpful for large quilts or when embroidering. We use the YouTube service to display videos. This service may collect data about your activities. For more information, please see our Privacy Policy. To view the video, please accept "Targeting cookies." Play Close
Bobbin Winding while Sewing/Embroidering
Bobbin Winding while Sewing/Embroidering Fast winding of the bobbin, even while sewing.
BERNINA Foot Control
BERNINA Foot Control Consistent control and a back-kick function to raise and lower the needle. One single push onto the front sews one stitch, one heel push makes the needle move up or down.

Thread-up Command
Thread-up Command Push the needle up/down button to lower and raise the needle to bring the bobbin thread to the top of the fabric so the threads can be secured manually. Perfect for quilting and free-standing lace.
Automatic Thread Cutter
Automatic Thread Cutter The upper and lower threads are cut automatically or at the touch of a button. The top thread is carried to the back side of the fabric. Program 2 types of tie-offs.
Adjustable Presser Foot Pressure
Adjustable Presser Foot Pressure Adjust the presser foot pressure to eliminate skipped stitches and wavy seams on knits.
Lower Thread Sensor
Lower Thread Sensor Warns when the bobbin thread runs low.
Upper Thread Sensor
Upper Thread Sensor Indicates when the upper thread breaks or runs out.
Tutorial
Tutorial Access Tutorials for sewing, quilting and embroidery techniques. Also provides information about threading, needles and other including animation videos.
On-screen Help
On-screen Help Use the ‘?’ to identify functions and stitches. Built-in animations lead you through processes and provide reminders.
eco Mode
eco Mode The eco mode saves energy and provides a child safety lock.
Retractable Feed Dog
Slide speed control
Slide speed control Regulate the speed with the Slide Speed Control.
Machine weight	14 kg
Machine size	522 / 214 / 358 mm

Accessories

Unleash your creativity with the included accessories and be prepared for any creative challenge with a huge variety of optional accessories

Included
Compatible

BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR)

The BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) adapts precisely to your current sewing speed to produce absolutely consistent stitching.

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Reverse Pattern Foot #1D

Reverse Pattern Foot #1D is the ideal presser foot for sewing forward and reverse-feed utility and decorative stitches.

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Overlock Foot #2A

Overlock Foot #2A lets you neaten seams easily and sew high-quality hems, waistbands and overlock seams on knit fabrics.

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Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A

Depending on the model, Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A determines the desired buttonhole length for identical buttonholes either via a sensor or manually.

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Zipper Foot #4D

Thanks to its narrow, centrally positioned toe, Zipper Foot #4D can stitch very close to the zipper coils, allowing it to sew the zipper on neatly.

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Blindstitch Foot #5

Blindstitch Foot #5 is designed for sewing blind hems on all fabric thicknesses for a barely-visible finish.

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Jeans Foot #8D

Jeans Foot #8D produces neat straight-stitched seams on tough, heavy fabrics such as denim, leather or canvas.

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Open Embroidery Foot #20C

Open Embroidery Foot #20C is ideal for embroidering with your sewing machine. The indentation in the sole of the presser foot allows it to glide smoothly over dense stitches.

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Sideways-Motion Foot #40C

Sideways-Motion Foot #40C enables multi-directional sewing, and allows you to sew out large sideways motion stitch patterns.

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Freearm Slide-on Table

The BERNINA Freearm Slide-on Table offers greater comfort thanks to an increased sewing area, without affecting free-arm function when sewing.

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Knee lifter/Free-Hand System (FHS)

The Knee lifter/Free-Hand System (FHS) lets you raise the presser foot and lower the feed dog with your knee. Recommended particularly for appliqué or any project requiring pivoting and getting bulky projects under the presser foot easily.

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Medium Embroidery Hoop

The Medium Embroidery Hoop is a useful tool for the accurate embroidering of medium-sized projects with the BERNINA embroidery machine.

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Presser feet for every occasion

BERNINA presser feet stand for precision and stability. They are easy to change and BERNINA has a suitable presser foot for every application.

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Accessories for Sewing Machines

BERNINA Sewing accessories let you perform a host of creative techniques with even greater precision and comfort – according to your individual needs.

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Accessories for Embroidery Machines

BERNINA’s accessories for embroidery machines turn your embroidery machine into a versatile tool for exciting professional embroidery techniques.

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Note:
Not all models and accessories are available in all countries. We reserve the right to make changes in both features and design.

Tutorials

The new BERNINA 780 (BERNINA 7 Series)

New technology for sewing and embroidery that leaves extra room for imagination: the BERNINA 780 combines innovative ideas with a huge amount of space. The extended freearm offers an extra-large work surface for extensive sewing projects. The fast and quiet BERNINA 9 Hook sews high-precision stitches up to 9 mm in width. And the wide selection of embroidery designs are built in for easy editing on the color touch screen. Plus, thanks to the integrated BERNINA Dual Feed, hard-to-manage and fine fabrics can be used so seamlessly that even little daydreams become extraordinary realities.
1/10 BERNINA 780: getting started and prepared

Sewing pleasure right from the beginning: the BERNINA 780 combines a huge variety of user-friendly features and intuitive navigation to make sewing easier and more comfortable. After a few simple preparations, the BERNINA 780 is ready to carry out your creative projects. This helps to reduce preparation time so you can wholly concentrate on your creative job.
2/10 BERNINA 780: how to personalize and save decorative stitches

Thanks to the BERNINA 780's intuitive user interface, decorative stitches can be adapted in no time. Choose stitch pattern, fine-tune stitch parameters to your desired values and save your changes -- done. So your settings won't get lost, and soon after switching on your BERNINA 780 next time, you can use them again -- precisely as you have set them.
3/10 BERNINA 780: how to combine lettering and stitches

Sewing alphabets and stitch patterns can be combined in an amazingly easy way on touchscreen to create your own attractive designs. Thus you are free to create your own individual combinations of patterns which you can adapt to your needs perfectly. And for further use or creating variations, you can store your combination permanently in the BERNINA 780's onboard memory.
4/10 BERNINA 780: how to sew buttonholes and how to sew on buttons

Sewing buttonholes and sewing on buttons is quickly done with the BERNINA 780. All settings can be made easily on touchscreen. Doing so, you can even find out the right buttonhole size simply by holding the button to the screen. Save your changes and sew your customized buttonholes as often as needed -- there's no easier way to do it!
5/10 BERNINA 780: how to sew with the BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR)

The BSR foot is a specialist for free-motion stitching with both straight and zigzag stitch patterns and comes standard with the machine. Using the BERNINA stitch regulator, your stitches come out precisely the same length, no matter how fast or slow you are sewing. This means more safety and optimal results for free-motion beginners right from the very first stitch, and more experienced seamstresses and quilters will appreciate the BERNINA 780's outstanding sewing comfort.
6/10 BERNINA 780: how to sew with the BERNINA Dual Feed (BDF)

The BERNINA 780's highly innovative BERNINA Dual Feed (BDF) transports the fabric both from the upper and lower side. This enables you to create precise seams even on hard-to-manage fabrics or multiple layers of fabric. Dual Feed can be engaged by one touch and tucked away quite as simple when not needed.
7/10 BERNINA 780: getting started with embroidery

Using the embroidery module and hoop, you transform your BERNINA 780 into a highly versatile tool for creative embroidering. Thanks to useful features such as the positioning aid and the easy-to-operate touchscreen user interface, even beginners gain quick and easy access to a huge variety of professional embroidering functions. With 130 stock embroidery designs, 12 embroidery alphabets and a hands-on onboard tutorial, you will get to impressive results in no time.
8/10 BERNINA 780: embroidery editing and extras

It's astoundingly easy to create individual embroidery design combinations with the BERNINA 780: Every design can be resized, positioned, duplicated or combined with other motifs and embroidery alphabets freely. Of course, you can also change your motif's colours unrestrictedly. Your own combinations can be stored in the BERNINA 780's onboard memory for further use oder redesigning -- creativity without borders.
9/10 BERNINA 780: endless embroidery & embroidering sewing stitches

Endless embroidering is a challenge that requires highest accuracy. Using the BERNINA 780, even less experienced embroiderers obtain impressive results quickly. Thanks to the BERNINA 780's elaborate positioning technique and easy menu navigation, motifs can be arranged and aligned with ultimate precision. The results speak for themselves -- professional endless embroideries, convincing even to the most fault-finding embroiderers.
10/10 BERNINA 780: how to clean and oil your sewing machine

To make maintenance and care as easy as possible, the BERNINA 780 allows quick access to all parts which need cleaning and oiling. Thanks to that, upkeeping can be done in no time with just a minimum of effort to keep your machine ready-to-use. Remember to switch off and unplug your BERNINA 780 before maintenance!

The new BERNINA 780 (BERNINA 7 Series)
1/10 BERNINA 780: getting started and prepared
2/10 BERNINA 780: how to personalize and save decorative stitches
3/10 BERNINA 780: how to combine lettering and stitches
4/10 BERNINA 780: how to sew buttonholes and how to sew on buttons
5/10 BERNINA 780: how to sew with the BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR)
6/10 BERNINA 780: how to sew with the BERNINA Dual Feed (BDF)
7/10 BERNINA 780: getting started with embroidery
8/10 BERNINA 780: embroidery editing and extras
9/10 BERNINA 780: endless embroidery & embroidering sewing stitches
10/10 BERNINA 780: how to clean and oil your sewing machine

Support for your BERNINA 780

To ensure that you enjoy your BERNINA for as long as possible, we recommend that you read the detailed operating instructions. Further support information and firmware updates can be found on the support page.

Download manual Support page BERNINA 780

Personal advice at your Local BERNINA Store

Over 2,000 BERNINA Stores worldwide offer valuable services to all our customers. Your local BERNINA Store is there to proudly help you, with advice on machines and accessories that best suit your needs, selection of BERNINA Embroidery Software and also in servicing your BERNINA.

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The new BERNINA 780 (BERNINA 7 Series)

BERNINA 780 with embroidery module — Create beautiful embroidery