Bernette MASTERY BOOK Series Operation instructions

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bernette SEWING MACHINE WORK BOOK
For bernette 79 and bernette 77
bernette SEWING MACHINE WORKBOOK
SEWING
MACHINE
MASTERY
BOOK
SERIES
MY
bernette
06042019

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS.................................. 2
INTRODUCTION .......................................... 3
Preparing to Stitch ..................................... 4
Personalize the Screen............................... 5
Activate/Deactivate Beginning Tie-Off ..... 5
Program the Thread Cutter ....................... 5
Breadcrumbs............................................... 6
Programming the Securing Button........... 6
Program Needle Stop Down and Hover ... 7
Program the bernette Foot Control.......... 7
Stitch Selection........................................... 8
Presser Foot Sole Display ........................... 9
Security Program-Needle......................... 10
Security Program-Stitch Plate Selection.. 10
The 'i' menu.............................................. 11
bernette Dual Feed .................................. 11
Needle Stop Up/Down-bernette Free Hand
System................................................... 12
Securing Stitches ...................................... 13
Permanent Reverse/Backstepping........... 14
Mirror Image/Pattern Repeat .................. 15
Pattern Functions - Pattern Begin/End.... 16
Pattern Functions-Pattern Repeat/Extend ...17
Altered Stitches ........................................ 18
Temporary Altered Memory .................... 19
Saving Stitches in bernette Personal
Program ................................................ 19
Triple Straight Stitch ................................ 20
Vari-Overlock Stitch.................................. 21
Basting ...................................................... 22
Blind Hem ................................................. 23
Stretch Stitch ............................................ 24
Balance...................................................... 25
Automatic Buttonhole............................. 26
Automatic Buttonhole-Corded................ 27
Attaching Buttons.................................... 28
bernette Creative Consultant.................. 29
Combi Mode-Stitch Patterns.................... 30
Combi Mode-Lettering ............................ 31
Free-Motion Stitching.............................. 32
bernette Stitch Designer Overview-b79.. 33
bernette Stitch Designer - b79 Only........ 34
bernette Stitch Designer - b79 Only........ 35
bernette Stitch Designer - b79 Only........ 36
Reference - Sewing Machine Needles..... 37
Reference - Sewing Machine Needles..... 38
Reference - Threads ................................. 39
Reference - Decorative Stitching............. 40
Reference - Cleaning and Oiling ............. 41
b79 and b77 Sewing Functions................ 42

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INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on the purchase of your new bernette
sewing machine. The information in this workbook will
help you learn the basics of using your new machine.
This workbook is designed to be used as a step-by-step
guide to familiarize you with the basic operation of your
bernette sewing machine. Once you have completed the
exercises designated for your machine, attach the sewn
samples to the information pages (or add a facing page
for mounting) and insert the pages into plastic page
protectors to store in a 3-ring binder. They can then be
used as a reference tool in the future as you use your
machine and explore the creative possibilities it affords.
Stitch and function charts for each bernette model are
found on Page 42. Each stitch exercise page has a graphic
of the stitch(es) used so you can more easily locate it on
your machine.
Some pages with a stitching exercise end with a “Sew
How” box. This mini-quiz will let you test your knowledge
and review the points related to the exercise.
Working through this workbook is just the rst step.
Using the information on a regular basis will help make it
become part of your regular sewing skills.
Instructional videos, inspriring projects and machine
information can be found on mybernette.com.
The information in this workbook applies to the
bernette 79 and bernette 77 sewing machines.
NOTE: Some exercises apply only to certain models
equipped with the feature being highlighted.
www.mybernette.com
www.mybernette.com/b79 www.mybernette.com/b77

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CLEANING AND OILING
Keeping your machine clean and well oiled will keep your machine running smoothly. This is a crucial component for successful
machine stitching. Refer to Page 41 for cleaning tips. Your machine manual will also give you detailed cleaning and oiling suggestions.
STITCH PLATE
Attach the 7 mm Stitch Plate. The machine will recognize the stitch plate that is attached.
RAISE FEED DOGS
The feed dog raise/drop control is a slider at the bottom of the free arm, just to the left of the bobbin area. The feed dog
automatically raises on the b79 when the embroidery module is removed.
PRESSER FOOT
Attach the Zigzag Sole (DA) to the machine. Engage the Dual Feed mechanism.
Preparing to Stitch
THREAD THE BOBBIN FOR SEWING
1.
Wind a bobbin.
2. Open the bobbin cover by pushing the release button to the right. (Diagram 1)
3. Insert the bobbin so that the thread runs counterclockwise. (Diagram 2)
4. Pull the thread into the slit. (Diagram 3 - See 1)
5. Stabilize the bobbin by gently holding it in place.
6. Follow the arrow markings to bring the thread into the bobbin thread guide. (Diagram 4)
7. To cut the excess thread, take the thread end and pull it over the thread cutter. (Diagram 5 - See 2)
8. Close the bobbin cover.
Diagram 1 Diagram 2 Diagram 3 Diagram 4 Diagram 5
INSERT AND THREAD NEEDLE (Refer to Page 37 and 38 for additional information on needles.)
• Use the proper needle for the thread and fabric being used. It is advisable to insert a new needle for each project, or after
every 4 to 6 hours of sewing time.
• Always thread with the presser foot up. This opens the tension discs and allows the thread to seat properly.
THREADING TIPS FOR MODELS WITH BOTH HORIZONTAL AND VERTICAL SPOOL PINS:
• Use the horizontal spool pin with cross-wound threads; match spool cap size to end of spool.
• The smallest spool cap ts into the end of large cones/spools such as Isacord embroidery thread.
• Use the vertical spool pin with stacked threads and for some decorative threads (metallic threads); use the foam disc under
the spool to avoid extra tension on the thread.

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Program the Thread Cutter
Personalize the Screen
1. Touch the Setup icon.
2. Select Personal Settings and a display appears.
3. Select the desired color.
4. Close the screen (or use the setup breadcrumb path to
navigate back to Setup).
You can personalize the display color to suit your individual tastes. Change the color in the Setup Program.
Activate/Deactivate Beginning Tie-Off
1. Select Setup.
2. Select Sewing Settings.
3. The slider next to the Securing Stitches at Pattern Begin
will activate or deactivate the tie-off at the beginning of
the stitch. (This is a switch for on/off.)
4. Toggle the switch to off for today's lesson.
5. Close the screen (or use the setup breadcrumb path to
navigate back to Setup).
Activate or deactivate the 4 securing stitches at the beginning of every stitch/stitch type. If
activated, the tie-off stitches at the beginning of every stitch.
1. Select Setup. Select Sewing Settings.
2. Select Programmable Buttons, then the Thread Cutter
icon.
3. Touch the Securing icon to activate 4 securing stitches
before cutting. Touch the - / + icons to program the
number of securing stitches. Touch the Securing icon again
to deactivate automatic securing.
4. Leave this screen open and proceed to the next page.
The automatic securing can be programmed before the thread cut takes
place.

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1. Note the breadcrumb path at the top of the display.
2. Touching any of the icons in the breadcrumb path will
take you back to that particular menu. This is a time saver
when changing multiple settings within a menu.
Programming the Securing Button
1. Select Programmable Buttons in the breadcrumb path.
2. Select the Securing icon.
3. In the Practical Stitches area, touch the - / + icons at the
top of the display to program the number of securing
stitches for practical stitches. For lessons in this Workbook,
leave this at the default of 4.
4. Touch the Securing icon at the lower part of the display
to activate automatic securing for decorative stitches and
combined stitches.
• Touch the - / + icons to program the number of securing stitches.
• Touch the Securing icon again to deactivate automatic
securing for decorative or combined stitches.
For today's lessons, leave this at the default of 4.
5. Pattern End is activated by default (denoted by white
outline). This will secure the stitches at the end of a stitch
pattern. Leave this icon activated for this lesson.
The number of securing stitches that are sewn when using the Securing Button on the machine
can be programmed.
Breadcrumbs
Learn to navigate within menus using the icons in the breadcrumb path rather than using the Close box to exit. This is a time-
saving feature when setting preferences within several menus in Setup, embroidery motif selection, and the "i" menu in
sewing and embroidery.
Setup
Sewing
Settings
Programmable
Buttons
Current
Folder
HOW
Do you know how to:
• Use the breadcrumb path to navigate?
• Program automatic securing for practical
and decorative stitches?
PRACTICAL STITCHES
DECORATIVE STITCHES PATTERN END

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Program Needle Stop Down and Hover
Program the bernette Foot Control
1. Select Programmable Buttons in the breadcrumb path..
2. Select the Needle Stop Down icon.
3. Touch the switch to activate Needle Stop Down.
Note: If you should wish to deactivate Hover entirely, this switch should be set
to off.
To set the height of the hover position:
1. Select Programmable Buttons in the breadcrumb path.
2. Select Program the Hovering Position of the Presser Foot.
3. Turn the Multunction knobs (or touch - / +) to adjust the distance between the
stitch plate and the presser footfrom 1 mm to 6 mm. Leave the setting at the
default of 2 mm for these lessons.
1. Using the breadcrumb path, navigate back to the Setup
menu; select Sewing Settings.
2. Select the Foot Control icon.
3. If the Needle icon is selected, the back-kick will move the
needle to the next position.
4. Select the Heart icon. The back-kick can be programmed
in a number of ways:
• When the Securing icon is selected, the number of
securing stitches can be programmed for two to six
securing stitches in place. The standard is 4 stitches.
• When the Automatic Thread Cutter icon is selected, the upper
and lower threads are cut automatically by the back-kick.
• When the Presser Foot Lift icon is selected, the presser
foot raises when using the back-kick.
5. For the class exercises, program the Foot Control to raise
or lower the needle. Select the Needle Up/Down icon.
6. Exit the Setup menu.
Take advantage of Hover when stitching with Needle Stop Down engaged. When the
stitching stops with Needle Stop Down engaged, the machine can be programmed to
stop with the presser foot down or to hover.
The bernette Foot Control with Back-kick can be programmed with desired settings. The Foot Control
default setting is to raise or lower the needle when the heel of the foot control is depressed. The
Programmable Foot Control back-kick options also allow the heel-down to signal a tie-off, cut the thread,
and raise the presser foot.

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Stitch Selection
Selecting a Stitch
1. Select stitches by touch selection,
or by using the Search by Number
function. Use your nger or the stylus
that came with the machine to access
buttons on the screen.
2. Stitches are grouped into categories with some
categories having multiple folders for selection.
3. Many categories have more than one screen.
• Use the arrows at the bottom of the display to move
forward and back in the stitch category.
Transitions
1. View more stitches on screen by using the Transition.
Select to view all folders or to see more stitches at one
time.
2. Select Folder 101. Touch the Transition arrow to view
the stitches in the category.
3. Some categories will have more than one screen. Use
the arrows at the bottom of the screen or scroll to
move forward or backward.
4. Touch the Transition icon to close the screen.
1Practical Stitches
2Decorative Stitches
3Alphabets
4 Buttonholes
5 Quilt Stitches
6 bernette Personal Program

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Presser Foot Sole Display
1. Select the Straight Stitch.
2. Select the Presser Foot Sole Display from the Status Bar.
3. Touch Sole DA on the display. On the b79, information
about the sole will be displayed.
4. Read the information about the sole.
5. Touch the sole icon in the breadcrumb path at the top
of the display.
6. Touch another sole and read the information about the
sole and its applications.
7. Close the Presser Foot Sole Selection menu.
Selecting the Presser Foot Sole Display recommends a sole to be used according to the stitch selected. The
recommended sole is denoted with a green check. Other soles that may be used depending on the applica-
tion will feature a star in the upper right corner. On the b79, touching the sole icon will bring up a display
with more information about that particular sole.
Notes:
• The Presser Foot Sole Display on the b79 and b77 give
suggested soles for certain stitches, but this is for
informational purposes only. It does not limit the stitch
properties.

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Security Program-Needle
Security Program-Stitch Plate Selection
1. Touch the Needle Selection icon. A display will appear.
2. Select the Standard Needle.
Specialty Needles: When selecting a specialty needle (such
as a twin needle), it can be checked whether or not it can
be used in combination with the attached stitch plate. If the
needle is suitable with the attached stitch plate, sewing can
be started. If the selected needle does not match the stitch
plate, a red exclamation will appear on the display.
For more information on needles, refer to Reference-Sewing
Machine Needles on Pages 37 and 38.
1. Touch the Stitch Plate Selection icon.
2. The machine automatically detects which stitch plate is
attached.
0 mm: This plate is used for embroidery. Many quilters
prefer to use this stitch plate when piecing. This is also
the plate to use when using the CutWork Tool. (The 0
mm Stitch Plate is an optional accessory for the b77.
Setting the Needle Security Program can be very helpful in sewing. It can prevent needle breakage
and damage to your machine or presser foot. The function remains active even when the machine
is turned off and on.
The b79 and b77 have a built-in sensor that detects which stitch plate is attached. If an inappro-
priate needle or stitch is selected, the machine will limit the width of any stitch to prevent needle
breakage. The function remains active even when the machine is turned off and on.
HOW
Do you know:
• On the b79 and b77, the bernette
Creative Consultant recommends
the needle according to the
fabric and technique.

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The 'i' menu
1. Select Stitch #102.
2. Touch the "i" to access the Information menu.
• Only icons relevant to the selected stitch are visible.
• A different set of icons is available for practical
stitches, decorative stitches, alphabets, quilting
stitches or buttonholes.
• When making multiple alterations within the "i"
menu, use breadcrumb navigation to stay within
the "i" menu until all changes have been set before
closing.
• Select the "i" in the breadcrumb path to go back one
level.
3. Touch the stitch number in the breadcrumb path to
return to the stitch selection menu.
All creative functions that can be applied to a stitch are accessed through the Information ("i") menu.
bernette Dual Feed
To engage dual feed:
1. Attach Zigzag Sole (DA).
2. Raise the presser foot.
3. Swing the Dual Feed mechanism forward under the
back of the presser foot until it clicks in position.
To disengage dual feed:
1. Raise the presser foot.
2. Pull down the Dual Feed mechanism and swing it to the
rear to disengage.
The Dual Feed feeds the fabric from above and from beneath simultaneously. This provides an even and careful feed forward
even for smooth and thin materials. Striped and checkered patterns can be matched perfectly by even feeding. Use only
presser feet with the back opening when engaging the Dual Feed mechanism.

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1. Select the Straight Stitch #1.
2. Touch the Needle Up/Down button on the machine. Each
push of the button will raise or lower the needle.
3. To program the needle to stop in the down
position, select the Needle Stop Up/Down icon on
the screen.
4. Sew a line of stitching and stop in the middle of the fabric.
Hover is turned on by default and the foot will raise 2.0 mm
when the machine stops.
NOTE: Hover can be programmed from 1 mm (not raised at all)
to 6 mm in height.
5. Pivot to form at least 2 right angle corners and 2 additional
corners.
• When pivoting, use the bernette Free Hand System Knee
Lfter to raise the presser foot.
How do I lower the presser foot for sewing?
• There is no presser foot lift in the back of the machine--use the
button on the front of the machine to raise/lower the presser
foot.
• Press the Foot Control to lower the foot and begin sewing.
• Press/tap the Start/Stop button to hover and re-position your
work as needed.
Needle Stop Up/Down-bernette Free Hand System
HOW
Do you know how to:
• Use the bernette Free Hand System?
• Use the back-kick on the bernette Foot
Control to move the needle up or down?
Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6”, two pieces
80/12 Universal
Polyester or cotton embroidery thread
Center
Zigzag Sole (DA)-Dual Feed Engaged

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a b c
Securing Stitches
Straight Stitch/Reverse (a)
1. Place one fabric piece under the presser foot, aligning the
6” cut edge with the 5/8” guide line on the stitch plate.
2. Select the straight stitch. Sew a few stitches forward,
then press and hold the Quick Reverse Button on the
machine as you sew a few stitches backward; the
machine will sew in reverse until the Quick Reverse
Button is released.
3. Continue stitching the seam; secure the end in the
same way.
Securing Program (b)
1. Select the Securing Program #5. Begin to sew on 2nd
piece of fabric; the machine will automatically take six
straight stitches forward and back at the beginning to
secure the stitching.
2. At the end of the seam while the machine
is still stitching, press and release the
Securing button. The machine will
automatically take ve stitches backward, ve stitches
forward to secure the stitching, and then stop.
Quilter's Securing Program (c)
1. Select the Quilting Securing Program #1001. Begin
to sew on 3rd piece of fabric; the machine will take
5 short stitches forward automatically when sewing is
started. Then continue stitching forward.
2. At the end of the seam, press and release
the Securing button. The machine will take
5 short stitches forward to secure and then stop.
HOW
Do you know how to:
• Activate the Securing Function at the
beginning and end of a stitching pattern?
Firm fabric, 4” x 6”, three pieces;
fold in half lengthwise to 2” x 6”
80/12 Universal
Polyester or cotton embroidery thread
Center
Zigzag Sole (DA)-Dual Feed Engaged
(a)
(b)
(c)

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Permanent Reverse/Backstepping
NOTE:
• The Quick Reverse button on the machine can be programmed
in the setup menu to operate as Quick Reverse or Backstepping.
Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6”
Lightweight tear-away stabilizer 4” x 6”
80/12 Universal
Polyester or cotton embroidery thread
Default
Zigzag Sole (DA)-Dual Feed Engaged Permanent (Continuous) Reverse sews the selected stitch
pattern in reverse.
Backstepping is more precise, as it will retrace the last 200
needle penetrations to give accurate stitch-by-stitch reverse
sewing.
This feature is great when you have a thread break or
unknowingly run out of bobbin thread. You can re-thread
and backstep to the exact location of the last sewn stitch.
1. Place the stabilizer behind the fabric.
2. Select the Honeycomb Stitch #8. Engage the Needle
Stop Down function.
3. Stitch about two inches on the fabric and stop with the
needle down; do not move the fabric.
4. Select the "i" menu. From this menu, you can select
Permanent/Continuous Reverse or Backstepping:
• Permanent Reverse can be accessed either with
the button on the machine, or by selecting "i";
Permanent Reverse Sewing.
• Backstepping can be accessed by selecting "i";
Backstepping.
• Backstepping can also be accessed with the button
on the machine, depending on the setting.
5. Touch the Backstepping icon and continue stitching;
the machine will now stitch backward, forming the
stitches precisely on top of the previous ones.
6. Clip threads. Select the Backstepping icon again to
disengage the function.
HOW
Do you know how to:
• Sew backward on your model?

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Mirror Image/Pattern Repeat
Horizontal Mirror Image (Left/Right):
• Machine sews selected stitch in Horizontal Mirror Image.
• Right/left is determined by the sewing direction.
Vertical Mirror Image (Up/Down):
• Machine sews selected stitch in Vertical Mirror Image.
• Up/down is determined by the sewing direction.
Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6”
Lightweight tear-away stabilizer 4” x 6”
80/12 Universal
Polyester or cotton embroidery thread
Default
Embroidery Sole-Sewing (JK)
1. Attach Embroidery Sole JK.
2. Place stabilizer behind fabric.
Left/Right Mirror Image:
1. Select Blanket Stitch #1008 from the Quilting Stitches
menu.
2. Sew one row down length of fabric.
3. Engage Mirror Image Left/Right and sew a second row
next to the rst, using the side of the presser foot for
spacing.
Pattern Repeat:
1. Select Stitch #113.
2. Select the "i". Change Pattern Repeat to 4x.
Up/Down Mirror Image:
1. Stitch one stitch pattern for a total of 4 paisleys. The
machine will stop when the stitch pattern is complete.
Tip: To make sure you have a complete pattern,
depress the foot control and do not lift your foot until
the machine stops.
2. Engage Mirror Image Up/Down. The entire stitch
pattern of four paisleys will be mirror imaged.
3. Stitch one stitch pattern for a total of four paisleys.
HOW
Do you know how to:
• Tell the difference between Mirror Image
Left/Right and Up/Down functions?
• Engage Pattern Repeat?

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Pattern Functions - Pattern Begin/End
NOTE: Refer to Page 40 Reference-Decorative Stitching for
more tips on appropriate tools for decorative stitching.
Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6”
Lightweight tear-away stabilizer 4” x 6”
80/12 Universal
Polyester or cotton embroidery thread
Default
Embroidery Sole-Sewing (JK)
1. Place stabilizer behind the fabric.
2. Select the satin stitch hearts-Stitch #124.
3. Select the Presser Foot Sole Display. Notice the Sole JK
is the recommended foot. Attach Embroidery Sole JK.
4.
Sew 2½ patterns, stopping in the middle of the third pattern.
5. Lift the presser foot and move the fabric down about
an inch; then begin sewing again. The pattern will start
forming where you left off.
6. After completing the interrupted heart,
start the nal heart and press the Securing
Button. The machine will stop stitching
when the pattern is complete. NOTE: The Securing
Button was programmed to complete a stitch pattern
when pressed. (See Page 6 Programming Securing
Button.)
7. Move to a new position and sew 2½ patterns, stopping
in the middle of the third pattern. Lift the presser foot
and move the fabric down about an inch.
8. Before starting to sew again, press Pattern Begin.
NOTE: The Pattern Begin icon appears on the
screen in the stitch altering area only when
the pattern is not at the beginning. To get
to the beginning of the pattern, select the
on-screen Pattern Begin icon. If it is not
visible, then the needle is at the beginning
of the stitch pattern.
9. Start sewing; the pattern will start forming at the
beginning. Again, press the Securing Button when you
start stitching the nal heart.
HOW
Do you know how to:
• Access Pattern Begin?
Tip: To make sure you have a complete pattern, depress
the foot control and do not lift your foot until the machine
stops.

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Pattern Functions-Pattern Repeat/Extend
Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6”
Lightweight tear away stabilizer 4" x 6"
80/12 Universal
Polyester or cotton embroidery thread
Default
Embroidery Sole-Sewing (JK)
Pattern Repeat 1-9x
Program the b79 and b77 machines to stop at the end of 1 -
9 repeats of a single stitch or stitch combination.
1. Attach Embroidery Sole JK
2. Place the stabilizer behind the fabric.
3. Select the satin stitch scallop-Stitch #108; Open the "i"
menu and change Pattern Repeat to 1x.
4. Sew until the machine stops; you will have one scallop.
5. Increase Pattern Repeat to 3x. Sew until the machine
stops; you will have one stitch pattern.
NOTE: In this case, one stitch pattern equals the
repeated group of three scallops.
Pattern Extend
1. Change Pattern Repeat to 1x.
2. Select the Pattern Extend/Adjust Stitch Density icon.
3. Set Pattern Extend to 300% using the slider icon (or
-/+).
4.
Sew until the machine stops; you will have one stitch pattern.
• In this case, one stitch pattern equals one extended
scallop.
• As the stitch pattern is elongated (stretched), the
stitch density is maintained.
5. Select the "i" in the breadcrumb path to close the
Pattern Extend display and return to the "i" menu.
Notes:
• The Stitch Density of a stitch can be increased
or decreased by using the -/+ icons under Stitch
Density. It can be changed in a decorative
application to change the stitch as you prefer, and is most
effective with satin stitches (Folder 101). Stitch Density is
not available for every stitch.
• Pattern Extend allows you to increase or decrease the
length of an entire stitch pattern in 100% increments
without changing the stitch density. This feature is not
available for every stitch.
HOW
Do you know how to:
• Recognize the two different pattern
functions (which icon stands for each)?
Pattern
Repeat
Pattern
Extend/Adjust
Stitch Density

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Altered Stitches
Row 1
Programmed
settings
Row 2
4 mm width
3 mm length
Row 3
4 mm width
Default length
1. Attach Embroidery Sole JK.
2. Place the stabilizer behind the fabric.
3. Select Blanket Stitch #1008 from the Quilting Stitches
menu.
4. Sew a row of stitches. (Row 1)
5. Adjust stitch width to 4 mm and stitch length to 3mm.
Sew a second row of stitching next to the rst. (Row 2)
6. Touch the stitch length numeric value on screen. Tap
the yellow highlighted box to revert the stitch length to
the machine default stitch length setting of 2.5. Leave
the stitch width at 4.0 mm.
7. Sew a third row of stitching next to the previously sewn
rows. (Row 3)
8. Leave this stitch on the screen and go to the next page.
Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6”
Lightweight tear-away stabilizer 4” x 6”
80/12 Universal
Polyester or cotton embroidery thread
Default
Embroidery Sole-Sewing (JK)
HOW
Do you know how to:
• Find the Quilting Stitch menus on your
model?
• Reset the stitch length and width to the
preprogrammed settings?

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Temporary Altered Memory
1. Using the stitch created on the previous page, notice
that the stitch width has been changed. This is
indicated by the yellow number.
2. Select Stitch #1.
3. Re-select Blanket Stitch #1008 from the Quilting
Stitches menu. Notice that the stitch has retained the
altered settings.
4. Leave the width at the altered setting.
The bernette 79 and bernette 77 have Temporary Altered Memory. The machine will remember the last stitch alterations made
to any stitch. These alterations will remain in effect until manually changed, until CLR is touched, or until the power to the
machine is turned off.
Saving Stitches in bernette Personal Program
Creating a Personal Program
1. Select the desired stitch. For this exercise, select the
altered Blanket Stitch from previous page.
2. Close the “i” display, if opened.
3. Touch Personal Program.
4. Select the Save to Personal Program (folder with arrow
going in) icon.
5. The selected stitch has a yellow border around it. Select
the highlighted stitch to save, or select the green check
box with the check to add the stitch to the Personal
Program folder.
6. The display closes.
Use the bernette Personal Program to store your favorite stitches, most often used stitches, or perhaps a
group of stitches needed for a particular technique or project.

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bernette SEWING MACHINE WORK BOOK
Triple Straight Stitch
Notes:
The Triple Straight Stitch creates a very sturdy seam on
items that will receive a lot of wear.
It also creates beautiful bold topstitching with regular
weight thread that mimics the look of a heavier decorative
topstitching thread.
Triple Straight Stitch Seam
The triple straight stitch is optimal for reinforced seams
in heavy fabrics.
1. Attach Zigzag Sole DA to the machine and engage the
Dual Feed Mechanism.
2. Select the Triple Straight Stitch #6.
3. Place the fabric pieces right sides together.
4. Position the edge of the fabric along the 5/8” mark on
the stitch plate.
5. Sew the seam and press it open.
Triple Straight Stitch Edgestitching
1. Adjust the needle position to the far right.
2. With the right side of the fabric up, place the right
edge of the foot along the ditch of the seam. Sew the
length of the seam from top to bottom (1st Line).
3. Adjust the needle position to the far left.
4. Stitch a second time with left side of the foot along the
ditch of the seam. Sew in the same direction as before
(2nd Line).
Firm woven fabric, 4” x 6”, two pieces
80/12 Universal
Polyester or cotton embroidery thread
As directed in instructions
Zigzag Sole (DA)-Dual Feed Engaged
HOW
Do you know how to:
• Adjust the needle position?
• Adjust the stitch length?
1st Line 2nd Line