BERNINA 215

Easy handling for a wide range of sewing options

Built-in Needle Threader
Needle stop up/down
Simple direct-stitch selection

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BERNINA 215: The easy route to sewing success

Easy threading? Yes please!

Rethreading fast and easy
Save quality time for your creativity
Ideal for beginners or occasional sewers

The BERNINA 215 Simply Red proves that even state-of-the-art sewing-machine technology needn’t be complicated, and leaves nothing to be desired as an easy-to-operate sewing machine.

Simple, safe sewing

Adjust sewing speed to your needs
Control the position of the needle
High-quality results anytime

You always maintain control over the sewing speed and the position of the needle when the sewing process is stopped.

Desired stitch by one click

Direct stitch selection
Change the stitch easily
So easy, so great!

Thanks to this simple direct stitch selection, the BERNINA 215 is a uniquely user-friendly machine – a combination of versatility and simple handling that will give you years of sewing enjoyment.

Features & Functions

Sewing & Quilting
General Features

Maximum Sewing Speed (stitches per minute)	900
Maximum Sewing Speed (stitches per minute) High speed with high power.
Maximum Stitch Width	5.5
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	5
Maximum Stitch Length The variable Stitch Length provides a smooth transition from length to length and can be adjusted while sewing.
Adjustable Needle Positions	9
Adjustable Needle Positions Multiple Needle Positions allow for very precise sewing. You can sew most patterns in any needle position.
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».
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.

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Total Number of Sewing Stitch Patterns (incl. alphabets)	11
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	1
Practical Stitches	10
Darning Programs	1

LED Sewing Light
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.
Hook system	CB
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

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BERNINA Foot Control	Opt.
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.
Machine weight	8 kg
Machine size	345 / 170 / 310 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

Reverse Pattern Sole #1

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

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Overlock Sole #2

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

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Buttonhole Sole #3

Buttonhole Sole #3 is the natural choice for easy sewing of buttonholes with and without cording, and is also ideal for gathering with cord.

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Zipper Sole #4

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

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Blindstitch Sole #5

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

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Freearm Slide-on Table Slide-on Table

Extend your sewing surface with the Freearm Slide-on Table to support your large projects. Easily remove it when using only the free arm is desired, such as for sewing small tubular projects.

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Snap On Shank #78

The Snap On Shank #78 enables you to change snap-on soles in no time flat. Many different snap-on soles fit on this shank.

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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 Overlocker

BERNINA Special accessories for overlocker let you equip your serger to your own individual requirements and apply creative techniques with flair and precision.

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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.

Support for your BERNINA 215

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 215

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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BERNINA 215

Easy handling for a wide range of sewing options

BERNINA 215: The easy route to sewing success

Easy threading? Yes please!

Simple, safe sewing

Desired stitch by one click

Features & Functions

Maximum Sewing Speed (stitches per minute)

Maximum Stitch Width

Maximum Stitch Length

Adjustable Needle Positions

Manual Multi-step Buttonhole

Temporary Altered Stitch Memory

Button Sew-On Program

LED Sewing Light

Semi-automatic Needle Threader

Manual Thread Cutters

Total Stitch Control

Hook system

BERNINA Foot Control

Thread-up Command

Accessories

Reverse Pattern Sole #1

Overlock Sole #2

Buttonhole Sole #3

Zipper Sole #4

Blindstitch Sole #5

Freearm Slide-on Table Slide-on Table

Snap On Shank #78

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.

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.

Accessories for Overlocker

BERNINA Special accessories for overlocker let you equip your serger to your own individual requirements and apply creative techniques with flair and precision.

Presser feet for every occasion

Gold-Plated Presser Foot #1

Zigzag Foot #0

Finger Guard #99

Reverse Pattern Foot #1

Overlock Foot #2

Buttonhole Foot #3

Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3B

Zipper Foot #4

Blindstitch Foot #5

Embroidery Foot #6

Tailor Tack Foot #7

Jeans Foot #8

Jeans Foot Sole #8

Darning Foot #9

Edgestitch Foot #10

Cordonnet Foot #11

Bulky Overlock Foot #12

Gathering Foot #16

Button Sew-On Foot #18

Open Embroidery Foot #20

Open Embroidery Foot Sole #20

Braiding Foot #21

Cording Foot with 3 Grooves #22

Appliqué Foot #23

Free-Motion Embroidery Foot #24

Cording Foot with 5 Grooves #25

Drop-Shaped Embroidery Foot #26

Pintuck Foot with 3 Grooves #30

Pintuck Foot with 5 Grooves #31

Pintuck Foot with 7 Grooves #32

Pintuck Foot with 9 Grooves #33

Reverse Pattern Foot with Clear Sole #34

Invisible Zipper Foot #35

Patchwork Foot #37

Patchwork Foot Sole #37

Piping Foot #38

Embroidery Foot with Clear Sole #39

Free-Motion Couching Foot #43

Echo Quilting and CutWork Foot #44C

Three-Sole Walking Foot with Seam Guide #50

Roller Foot #51

Zigzag Foot with Non-Stick Sole #52

Straight Stitch Foot with Non-Stick Sole #53

Zipper Foot with Non-Stick Sole #54