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  • Stitches inc Alphabet 994
  • 11 Auto buttonholes
  • Workspace 7 inch
  • Jumbo Bobbin
  • Colour touch screen
  • Adjustable foot pressure
  • Start/stop button
  • BSR enabled (not incl.)
  • semi-automatic threader

Bernina 480 Sewing Machine

SKU: MCB480
£1,895.00
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Product Overview

Bernina 480 Sewing Machine – Precision, Power, and Creative Freedom

The Bernina 480 Sewing Machine is a premium sewing machine designed for sewists and quilters who demand precision, power, and creative flexibility. Whether you’re crafting garments, home décor, or intricate quilts, the Bernina 480 delivers exceptional results with its advanced features and intuitive controls.

Why Choose the Bernina 480?

  • 994 Stitch Options: From utility stitches to decorative and quilting designs, the Bernina 480 offers unmatched versatility.
  • Automatic Thread Cutter: Save time and maintain focus with a convenient one-touch thread trimming feature.
  • Adjustable Presser Foot Pressure: Effortlessly handle a variety of fabrics, from delicate silks to thick quilts.
  • 5.5mm Stitch Width: Ideal for precision sewing, ensuring flawless results on detailed projects.
  • Jumbo Bobbin: Sew longer with 70% more thread capacity, reducing interruptions during large projects.
  • Easy-to-Use Touchscreen: Navigate settings and stitch options with a bright and responsive display.
  • Bernina Free Hand System (FHS): Raise or lower the presser foot hands-free, making complex sewing tasks more manageable.

Perfect for Advanced Projects

The Bernina 480 is designed for ambitious sewists. From free-motion quilting to intricate garment construction, this machine combines power with precision. The Bernina Stitch Regulator (BSR) ensures consistent stitch length during free-motion sewing, while the strong motor provides smooth operation, even on heavy fabrics.

Why Buy from The Sewing Studio?

When you choose the Bernina 480 Sewing Machine from The Sewing Studio, you’re choosing a trusted partner for your sewing journey. Here’s what makes us stand out:

  • Fast and Secure Delivery: Get your machine quickly and safely delivered to your door.
  • Expert Support: Our experienced, UK-based team is here to help you get the most out of your purchase.
  • Trusted by Sewists for Over 60 Years: We’ve been supporting the sewing community with quality products and exceptional service for decades.

Explore More Bernina Models

Discover additional options in our Bernina Sewing Machines collection, featuring models tailored to a wide range of sewing needs.

Elevate Your Sewing Experience

The Bernina 480 Sewing Machine combines innovation, power, and precision, making it the ultimate choice for sewists who want to push their creativity to new heights. Order yours today and see how Bernina can transform your sewing projects!

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Feet in the Box?

  • Reverse-pattern foot #1
  • Overlock foot #2
  • Buttonhole foot with slide #3A
  • Zipper Foot #4
  • Blindstitch Foot #5

Accessories in the Box?

  • 1X Soft Cover with pocket
  • 1X Accessory box
  • 1X Knee lifter
  • 3X Spool discs
  • 4X Bobbins ( 1 bobbin in Machine)
  • 1X Foam pad
  • 1X Seam ripper
  • 1X Height compensation tool
  • 1X Selection of needles
  • 1X Brush
  • 1X Lubricator
  • 1X Red screwdriver
  • 1X Brush
  • 1X Lubricator
  • 1X Power cable
  • 1X Foot control

General Features

  • Hook system - BERNINA Hook
  • Maximum sewing speed (stitches per minute) - 900
  • Sewing space to the right of the needle - 7 Inch / 177,7 mm
  • Color touch screen - 4.3” / 10 cm
  • LED sewing lights - 8 LED
  • Multi-function knobs
  • Maximum stitch width - 9
  • Maximum stitch length - 6
  • Needle positions - 11
  • Sewing in each needle position
  • Number of spool holders - 2
  • Semi-automatic needle threader
  • Automatic thread cutter
  • Adjustable presser foot pressure
  • Manual thread cutter - 4
  • Adaptive Thread Tension
  • 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
  • USB interface for PC connection
  • Changing stitch settings while sewing
  • BERNINA foot control with back-kick function
  • Needle stop up/down
  • Drag & Drop
  • Bobbin winding while sewing/embroidering
  • On-screen help
  • Sewing tutorial
  • Creative consultant
  • Setup program
  • Machine weight- 9.5 kg
  • Machine size (mm) - 423x200x328mm
  • Machine size (inch) - 16.6x7.9x12.9

Sewing & Quilting Features

  • Pattern start/end function
  • Elongation
  • Automatic securing function
  • Pattern repeat (up to 9)
  • Free Hand System (FHS)
  • Number of stitch patterns (incl. alphabet) total - 994
  • Utility stitches total - 29
  • Buttonholes (incl. eyelet) total - 11
  • Automatic buttonhole length measuring system
  • Automatic buttonhole
  • Manual multi-step buttonhole
  • Button sew-on program
  • Darning programs - 2
  • Decorative stitches total - 250
  • Quilting stitches total - 27
  • Cross-stitch programs - 21
  • Sewing alphabets - 5
  • Reverse sewing

Free Premium Quilt Class

  • Stitches inc Alphabet 994
  • 11 Auto buttonholes
  • Workspace 7 inch
  • Jumbo Bobbin
  • Colour touch screen
  • Adjustable foot pressure
  • Start/stop button
  • BSR enabled (not incl.)
  • semi-automatic threader

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Cut Type: Fat Quarter

Cut Type: Fat Quarter Our standard width fabric can be cut as a Fat Quarter, measuring 50cm x 1/2 the width of the bolt. Above is an example of how your fabric will be received, depending on the quantity ordered. We also offer a sample service, where you can order 1 single fat quarter of any standard width fabric, to have at home and compare colours. When you are finished, you can send them back to us for a refund (feel free to contact us for more information on this service).

Cut Type: By the Metre

Cut Type: By the Metre Our fabric can be cut as a Long Quarter, measuring a minimum of 25cm x width of bolt. We will supply the fabric as a continuous length (eg; if you bought 1.25m it will be sent as one piece of fabric).

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Bernina B480 Best Features

Automatic features save time

Automatic features save time

Threads are cut automatically and the needle lifts leaving your hands free to keep on creating as easily and quickly as you like.

Easy to navigate touch screen

Easy to navigate touch screen

The on-screen, there-when-you-need-it, Sewing Consultant helps you find the right settings. Make suggested adjustments quickly with the Multi-function knobs.

Hands free and in control

Hands free and in control

The BERNINA Free Hand System lets you lift or lower the presser foot using only the knee lifter, keeping your hands free to guide your projects.Number of Stitches

FEATURES

Machine TypeSewing & Quilting
Control TypeTouch Screen
SizeMedium
Machine Weight9.5kg
Workspace7 Inches
Stitches Per Min900
No. of Stitches994
Stitch Width9mm
No. of Buttonholes11
1 Step Button Hole Yes
Adjustable Stitch Length Yes
Adjustable Stitch Width Yes
Auto Thread Cutter Yes
Auto Tension Yes
Drop Feed Dogs Yes
Knee Lift Yes
Needle Threader Yes
Needle Up/Down Yes
Stitch Fonts Yes
Mirror Stitch Yes
Start/Stop Button Yes
Stitch Memory Yes
Speed Control Slider Yes
Touch Screen Yes
Front Loading Bobbin Yes
Extension Table Included Yes
Top Loading BobbinNo
Hard CoverNo
Optional Embroidery ModuleNo
USB PortNo

FEATURES

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