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BERNINA 590

The perfect machine for Sewists, Quilters & Embroiderers

High power for unusual materials
Sew & quilt lots of layers super fast
Handle bigger projects with ease
Achieve finest embroidery results
Easy positioning of embroidery designs

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Sewing, Quilting, Embroidery - so easy with the BERNINA 590!

BERNINA 590: “You can go wild with your imagination.”

The freedom to create endless design combinations.

What do wildly-talented cosplayers love about the B 590? Everything. It’s faster than their looming deadlines. It’s powerful enough for crazy materials. And its embroidery capabilities are absolutely amazing. Cosplayers loves this machine and so will you!

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Get a feel for this fantastic machine

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Automatic features save time

No manual thread cutting
Press a button to lift the foot
Press a button to cut your thread

The automatic thread cutter operates three steps in one: cuts the thread, lifts the needle, and raises the presser foot.

Perfection is the new standard

No manual trimming on the top side
Manage thread cuts easily
Invisible Secure for perfect results

Thanks to the Thread Away Mode and Invisible & Smart Secure, clean embroidery results on the top are yours with the B 590.

Easy design positioning

Position your design easily and exactly
No need to use the template anymore
Perfect results in short times

Use Pinpoint Placement to position your design precisely: select two points and match them with the markings on the hooped fabric.

Sew quieter, faster, longer, better

Achieve perfect stitches fast & quietly
Sew longer with the Jumbo bobbin
Frontload the bobbin with new thread

The BERNINA Hook keeps the stitches consistent and precise with a maximum speed of 1,000 stitches per minute.

Enjoy full comfort & perfect results

Large easy-to-navigate touch screen
One click to switch to embroidery mode
On-screen support when needed

The Sewing and Embroidery Consultants offer direct on-screen support and answer your questions whenever you need them.

Sew chiffon & leather like a pro

Handle all kinds of material with ease
Superb fabric feed on top and bottom
Excellent for slippery or fine materials

The innovative BERNINA Dual Feed feeds the fabric evenly from above and below. It is easy to engage and tucks away when not in use.

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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Features & Functions

Overview
Embroidery
Sewing & Quilting
General Features
Stitches

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

Sewing space to the right of the needle	8.5”
BERNINA Dual Feed (BDF)
Lower thread indicator
Start/stop button (stitching without foot control)
Maximum stitch width	9
Maximum Embroidery Area	15.7" x 5.9"
Endless Embroidery
Pinpoint Placement
Group/Ungroup
Creative Consultant Embroidery

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

Maximum Embroidery Speed (Stitches per minute)	1000
Maximum Embroidery Speed (Stitches per minute) Enjoy high speed for completing embroidery projects quicker.
Built-in embroidery designs	275
Embroidery Module
Embroidery alphabets	8
Maximum Embroidery Area	15.7" x 5.9"
Maximum Embroidery Area Large embroidery fields reduce multiple hoopings on a project.
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
On-screen Editing of Designs
On-screen Editing of Designs Easily and quickly edit embroidery designs directly on the touch screen.
Duplicate/Add Designs
Duplicate/Add Designs Increase the number of designs quickly with duplicate. Use add to combine designs and lettering onscreen.
Change Design Size Non-Proportionally
Change Design Size Non-Proportionally Change the height and width independently. Increasing/decreasing in a range of +/- 20% provides the best results. Other ranges should be tested first.
Move, Rotate, and Mirror
Move, Rotate, and Mirror Move designs through drag and drop or the multi-function knobs; Rotate in 1 degree increments and mirror image embroidery designs for optimal placement on projects.
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
Color Wheel
Color Wheel Quickly change the colorway of your design on-screen to get an impression with other color design. New colors are assigned to the current thread library.
WordArt
WordArt Create vertical, horizontal and curved baselines. Adjust letter spacing to create the best look.
Drag and Drop
Drag and Drop Simple drag and drop allows for easy positioning of embroidery designs.
Absolute Check Design Positioning
Absolute Check Design Positioning Design placement tool – stitch by stitch. Check individual stitch locations for precise placement on the project from the Edit screen. the needle moves to that location in the hoop.
Pinpoint Placement
Pinpoint Placement For easy positioning and alignment to place embroidery designs accurately. Rotate and align designs when the project is crooked.
Check Design Size
Check Design Size Tool for placing designs. Check the embroidery design size. The center of the pattern can also be displayed.
Group/Ungroup
Group/Ungroup Objects can be easily grouped and edited at the same time. Depending on the design, it can be split using the ungroup function in order to edit or delete individual parts. 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
Rearrange designs
Rearrange designs Change the stitching order of designs by changing the order of the layers.
Undo/Redo
Undo/Redo Undo and redo steps when on-screen editing.

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Adjust Stitch Density
Adjust Stitch Density Change Stitch Density to complement varied fabric.
Change Stitch Type
Change Stitch Type Change a satin stitch to a fill stitch to minimize long satin stitches that may catch.
Change Thread Brand
Change Thread Brand Quickly change thread color and/or brand on-screen to suit your project at hand.
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.
Stitch Design as Single/Multi-Color
Stitch Design as Single/Multi-Color Stitch an entire design in one color without stopping or as a multi-color design.
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.
Smart Secure
Smart Secure Missing tie-on/off stitches are added automatically if none were programmed.
Invisible Secure
Invisible Secure Enhanced tie-on/off stitch formation is completely invisible under design.
Centering the Embroidery Design
Centering the Embroidery Design Off-center design positioning can be saved to the machine and design position in hoop is imported as set in the BERNINA Embroidery Software.
Thread Away Mode
Thread Away Mode An automatic, quick movement of the hoop ensures thread tails are transferred to the wrong side of the project. Set on/ off as desired depending on design.
Switch Unit of Measurement
Switch Unit of Measurement Choose to view embroidery design dimensions and hoop sizes in inches or millimeters.
Creative Consultant Embroidery
Creative Consultant Embroidery Get reliable support for various applications and fabrics from the integrated Embroidery Consultant. Makes suggestions regarding needles, presser foot, stabilizer etc.
Embroider Sewing Stitches
Embroider Sewing Stitches Increase accuracy by embroidering sewing stitches, including buttonholes. Access sewing stitches from the integrated folder or import altered sewing stitches from sewing. Import and embroider combinations individually, too.
Embroidery design formats	EXP, DST, PES, PEC, JEF, SEW, PCS, XXX
USB Interface
USB Interface Enjoy rapid and direct connectivity for design transfer and updates.
View Stitch-out Time, Thread Colors, Size, Stitches
View Stitch-out Time, Thread Colors, Size, Stitches View design details at a glance.
Stitch Sequence Control
Stitch 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.

Pattern start/end function
Triple Stitch
Pattern end programmable
Elongation
Stitch length maximum in mm	6
Maximum stitch width	9
Programmable Securing Function
Pattern mirroring
Free Hand System (FHS)
Number of stitch patterns (incl. alphabet) total	1774
Utility stitches total	38

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Buttonholes (incl. eyelet) total	18
Automatic buttonhole length measuring system
Automatic buttonhole
Manual multi-step buttonhole
Button sew-on program
Darning programs
Decorative stitches total	500
Quilting stitches total	59
Cross-stitch programs	40
Sewing alphabets	9
Reverse sewing

Hook system	BERNINA Hook
Hook system The Hook systems of BERNINA sewing machines are constantly evolving over the years. 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 the 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.
Maximum sewing speed (stitches per minute)	1000
Sewing space to the right of the needle	8.5”
Color touch screen	4.3” / 10 cm
Drag & Drop
LED sewing lights	16 LED
LED sewing lights Bright illumination in the needle area and over the free arm. The brightness is adjustable.
Multi-function knobs
Needle positions	11
Sewing in each needle position
Number of spool holders	2
Semi-automatic needle threader
Automatic presser foot lift
Automatic presser foot pressure
Manual thread cutter	4
Automatic thread cutter
Pivot / hover function
BERNINA Dual Feed (BDF)
Adaptive Thread Tension
Upper thread indicator
Lower thread indicator

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BSR functionality, straight stitch and zigzag
BERNINA foot control with back-kick function
Create and save stitch combinations
Memory (short-term/altered stitches)
Memory (long-term/altered stitches)
Start/stop button (stitching without foot control)
Slide speed control
Bobbin winding while sewing/embroidering
USB interface for PC connection
USB interface for USB data stick
Changing stitch settings while sewing
Needle stop up/down
On-screen help
Creative consultant
Sewing tutorial
Embroidery tutorial
Setup program
Eco mode
Machine weight	24.2 lb
Machine size	18.1″ / 7.9″ / 12.9″

Practical Stitches
Buttonholes
Decorative Stitches
Quilt Stitches

Accessories

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

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Compatible

Standard accessories BERNINA 590

Here you will find an overview of the standard accessories for the BERNINA 590.

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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 #1C

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

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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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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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Drop-Shaped Embroidery Foot #26

Thanks to its special tear-drop shape, Drop-Shaped Embroidery Foot #26 allows you to embroider with the embroidery module and to darn delicate fabrics.

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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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Touchscreen Pen for 4 and 5 Series

The Touchscreen Pen – ideal for working on the touch screens on BERNINA sewing and embroidery computers. Operate the touch screen by gently tapping it.

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Sewing Machine Oil

Regular care ensures that your Sewing Machine runs smoothly. This also includes oiling.

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BERNINA Accessory Box

The practical Accessory Box can be used to store all Sewing Accessories, such as Presser Feet, Needles and Bobbins. The Accessory Box is supplied without contents.

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Embroidery Module M (SDT)

The Embroidery Module M with BERNINA Smart Drive Technology (SDT) offers an embroidery width up to 400 x 150 mm / 15.7 x 5.9" and elevates your embroidery experience with enhanced stitch quality as well as smoother and quieter movement.

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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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Large Oval Embroidery Hoop

The Large Oval Embroidery Hoop is suitable for both design combinations and extensive embroidery designs. The template makes quick work of accurately positioning the project in the hoop.

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Knee lifter/Free Hand System (FHS)

The Knee lifter/Free Hand System (FHS) lets you raise the presser foot with your knee. Especially recommended for delicate fabrics.

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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

Sewing tutorial: first steps with the B 590

This video shows you first steps with your BERNINA sewing machine – learn how to attach the sewing foot, wind the thread and use the bobbin, to thread your machine correctly.
Sewing tutorial: Screen functions of the B 590

In this tutorial we take a look at all the areas and functions of your sewing machine’s screen. Learn more about thread tension, change stitches and about the "Help" function.
Sewing tutorial: changing and saving stitches with the B 590

The video tutorial shows how to select a decorative stitch and to mirror a stitch pattern. All changes are stored in the sewing machine for a short time, but can also be stored permanently.
Sewing tutorial: decorative stitches on the B 590

This video tutorial shows how to quickly and easily save and automatically sew any sequence of letters with combined decorative stitches. Learn how to save your input pattern for future use.
Sewing tutorial: Buttonholes with the B 590

This video shows you how to choose from a selection of buttonholes and how to set the buttonhole width and length. You can also save the same buttonhole settings for future use.
Sewing tutorial: quilting with the B 590

Presser foot # 97 is perfectly suited to patchworking. In these video instructions you will see how to attach the presser foot and align the fabric edges correctly.
Embroidery tutorial: first steps with the B 590

Learn how to attach the embroidery module, to remove the stitch plate and to insert a straight stitch plate in its place. The video also shows how to use embroidery files from a USB stick.
Embroidery tutorial: editing designs with the B 590

For particularly creative embroidery, this video shows you how to add letters and other patterns to an existing embroidery pattern.
Embroidery tutorial: grouping and ungrouping designs with the B 590

In this tutorial we show you how to group and ungroup embroidery patterns in different layers or to change the order of embroidery pattern combinations. Embroider names with ease.
Embroidery tutorial: Pinpoint Placement of embroidery designs with the B 590

Pinpoint Placement is so easy: simply select two points with grid placement, which determines the embroidery axes and size. Finally, check the size and position.
Embroidery tutorial: endless embroidery with the Mega Hoop B 590

In this video we show you how to hoop the fabric and adjust your sewing machine correctly. Endless embroidery made easy!
Cleaning and Oiling the B 590

This video shows you how to clean and oil the B 590 using the example of the BERNINA 4 Series machines.

Sewing tutorial: first steps with the B 590
Sewing tutorial: Screen functions of the B 590
Sewing tutorial: changing and saving stitches with the B 590
Sewing tutorial: decorative stitches on the B 590
Sewing tutorial: Buttonholes with the B 590
Sewing tutorial: quilting with the B 590
Embroidery tutorial: first steps with the B 590
Embroidery tutorial: editing designs with the B 590
Embroidery tutorial: grouping and ungrouping designs with the B 590
Embroidery tutorial: Pinpoint Placement of embroidery designs with the B 590
Embroidery tutorial: endless embroidery with the Mega Hoop B 590
Cleaning and Oiling the B 590

Frequently Asked Questions

Only one stitch pattern is shown on the display and also only one stitch pattern is sewn

Combi mode is active ( "+" icon on the screen). Select Combi mode again in order to get

BERNINA 590

The perfect machine for Sewists, Quilters & Embroiderers

Sewing, Quilting, Embroidery - so easy with the BERNINA 590!

Get a feel for this fantastic machine

Automatic features save time

Perfection is the new standard

Easy design positioning

Sew quieter, faster, longer, better

Enjoy full comfort & perfect results

Sew chiffon & leather like a pro

Personal advice at your Local BERNINA Store

Image Gallery: Explore the BERNINA 590

Features & Functions

Maximum Embroidery Speed (Stitches per minute)

Maximum Embroidery Area

Freearm Embroidery

On-screen Editing of Designs

Duplicate/Add Designs

Change Design Size Non-Proportionally

Move, Rotate, and Mirror

Endless Embroidery

Color Wheel

WordArt

Drag and Drop

Absolute Check Design Positioning

Pinpoint Placement

Check Design Size

Group/Ungroup

Rearrange designs

Undo/Redo

Adjust Stitch Density

Change Stitch Type

Change Thread Brand

Basting

Color Resequence

Stitch Design as Single/Multi-Color

Personal Memory for Saving Embroidery Designs

Programmable Jump Stitch Cutting

Smart Secure

Invisible Secure

Centering the Embroidery Design

Thread Away Mode

Switch Unit of Measurement

Creative Consultant Embroidery

Embroider Sewing Stitches

USB Interface

View Stitch-out Time, Thread Colors, Size, Stitches

Stitch Sequence Control

Position Recall

Hook system

LED sewing lights

Practical Stitches

Buttonholes

Decorative Stitches

Quilt Stitches

Accessories

Standard accessories BERNINA 590

BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR)

Reverse Pattern Foot #1C

Reverse Pattern Foot #1D

Overlock Foot #2A

Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A

Zipper Foot #4D

Blindstitch Foot #5

Open Embroidery Foot #20C

Drop-Shaped Embroidery Foot #26

Freearm Slide-on Table

Knee lifter/Free-Hand System (FHS)

Touchscreen Pen for 4 and 5 Series

Sewing Machine Oil

BERNINA Accessory Box

Embroidery Module M (SDT)

Medium Embroidery Hoop

Large Oval Embroidery Hoop

Knee lifter/Free Hand System (FHS)

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 Embroidery Machines