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Ideal for sewing quilts, crafts and garments, the machine offers 16 practical and decorative stitches plus an easy-to-sew buttonhole. And every stitch is perfectly balanced and evenly placed right where you want it. As for convenience, it’s built right in. Stitch selection is fast and easy. And the machine tells you which presser foot, stitch length and width, and needle position you’ll need for the best results. There’s also a handy thread cutter, a bobbin winder you can’t overfill, and a host of other features that make sewing simple and fun. 1008 A convenient mechanical machine, priced affordably. Key Features Below are just a few of the great features you’ll find on the 1008. Stop by your local BERNINA Dealer for a complete demonstration of everything this machine has to offer. Perfect Sewing CB Hook Our patented CB Hook system ensures perfect, balanced stitches on any fabric, every time. Five Needle Positions Five needle positions let you position your stitches precisely where you want them without moving the fabric. Infinitely Variable Stitch Length/Width Match and adjust stitch width and length for any type of fabric or thread selection. 6-step Buttonhole Get perfect buttonholes on any fabric. Our 6-step buttonhole delivers even, adjustable density on both forward and reverse beads (with both beads sewn in the same direction for even density). Convenience Features Stitch Setting Chart Slender Freearm This easy chart helps you choose the correct The slender freearm makes it easier than ever to presser foot, needle position, stitch length and sew kids’ clothing, cuffs, collars or other circular width. items. 1008 — Product Features continued Convenience Features (continued) Retractable Carrying Handle Easy-to-reach Feed Dog Drop This sturdy, retractable handle tucks away when With its external knob and handy location, the feed you store your machine. dog drop is ready when you are. Helpful Tools 5 Snap-on Presser Feet Additional Accessories The 1008 comes with five snap-on, all-metal The 1008 BERNINA accessories let you customize presser feet, including #1 Reverse Pattern (All your machine to your sewing — and keep person- Purpose), #2 Overlock, #3 Buttonhole, #4 Zipper alizing it as your interests and needs change. and #5 Blindstitch. Technical Specifications Green Practical Stitches Red Practical & Decorative Stitches Straight Stitch Triple Straight Stitch Zig-zag Triple Zig-zag Blind Stitch Towelling Stitch Universal Double Overlock Stretch Stitch Edge Stitch Vari-Overlock Reinforced Overlock Stitch Running Stitch 15 & 16: Decorative Scallop Stitch Features Benefits Stitch Package •14 practical stitches, 2 decorative stitches and 1 buttonhole. CB Hook •Assures perfectly balanced stitches on all fabrics. AC Motor •Strong motor provides quiet power. Hopper Mechanism • Helps to hold fabric in place during freemotion work; prevents flagging. 5 Snap-on Presser Feet •#1 – Zig-zag •#2 – Overlock •#3 – Buttonhole •#4 – Zipper •#5 – Blindstitch 5 Needle Positions •Position the stitch where you want it without moving the fabric. 1008 — Technical Specifications continued Features Benefits Stitch Length 0-5mm •Infinite stitch length selection; match the stitch length to the fabric and thread selection. Stitch Width 0-5.5mm •Infinite stitch width selection; can adjust for any type of fabric; smooth, step-free satin stitching for applique. Thread Cutter •Conveniently located on the left side of the machine; cuts and holds the threads until sewing resumes. 6-Step Buttonhole •Both beads are sewn in the same direction for even stitch density. Density is adjustable for perfect buttonholes on any fabric. Bobbin Winder •Stops automatically when the bobbin is full so there will be no overfilling of the bobbin. The handy thread cutter at the base of the spindle helps make bobbin filling easier. Quick Reverse •Tie off stitches at the touch of the button. Accessory Case •Stores presser feet, bobbins, needles and sewing notions; fits onto the machine and extends the sewing surface. Carrying Handle •The retractable handle makes it easy to transport your machine, yet is out of the way when sewing. The handle also has a supplemental thread guide for specialty or unruly threads. Slide-off Stitch Plate •With a matte finish and glare-free guiding lines, the stitch plate has inch markings for accurate seaming. 5/8” lines in front of and behind the needle position make it easy to turn corners for accurate placement. The plate is easy to remove for thorough cleaning of your machine. Soft Cover •A soft cover is included to protect your machine from dust. Stitch Selection Panel •Readable at a glance, the panel indicates the correct presser foot, needle position, stitch length and width for successful sewing. Consistent Thread Tension •Conveniently located; easy to use because a red line indicates the normal setting. On most fabrics, the tension does not need to be adjusted. External Dial to Lower Feed Dog •Easy to use for freemotion w...