Our new Special Edition model offers a wide range of functions, ultimate ease in handling and a specially designed faceplate that celebrates individual creativity.
Perfect stitch control
The BERNINA 530 SE Dressmaker boasts an extensive repertoire of utility and decorative stitches whose properties can be individually set. Stitch length and width as well as 11 different needle positions can be freely modified, and either temporarily or permanently saved to the 530 SE Dressmaker’s memory. The BERNINA 530 SEDressmaker is therefore up to the challenge of a wide range of tasks, and provides you with optimum control over your sewing projects. Stitch parameters can be individually matched to the fabric and the intended effect, so that you always achieve your desired result when sewing and quilting. The BERNINA 530 SE Dressmaker’s clearly laid-out control panel enables quick access to all stitch patterns and settings, including reverse and mirror function, manual or automatic buttonhole, and much more. Clever, practical and flexible – the ideal sewing machine for ambitious sewers.
Sew beautiful buttonholes
- Set the desired length
- Perfect & precise results
- Highest comfort & convencience
The BERNINA 530 saves the set length and automatically repeats it with each successive buttonhole, as many times as you wish.
Find your perfect stitch
- Quick access to all stitch patterns
- Create your own stitches
- Enjoy 148 different built-in stitches
Thanks to the Extensive stitch library you will find the perfect stitch for every occasion. Enjoy quick access to all stitch patterns and settings.
Optional highlight: The BSR
- Achieve perfect, equal-length stitches
- Perfect results no matter which speed
- Perfection comes standard
The BERNINA Stitch Regulator is available as optional accessory and guarantees precise stitch quality and results at any speed during free-motion quilting.
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Sew beautiful buttonholes
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Optional highlight: The BSR
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Features & Functions
- Sewing & Quilting
- General Features
| Maximum Sewing Speed (stitches per minute) | 900 | |
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Maximum Sewing Speed (stitches per minute)High speed with high power. | ||
| Maximum Stitch Width | 5.5 | |
Maximum Stitch WidthThe 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 LengthThe variable Stitch Length provides a smooth transition from length to length and can be adjusted while sewing. | ||
| Adjustable Needle Positions | 11 | |
Adjustable Needle PositionsMultiple Needle Positions allow for very precise sewing. You can sew most patterns in any needle position. | ||
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Presser Foot RecommendationIndicator shows recommended presser foot for general use of stitch selected. | ||
| Automatic Buttonhole / Length Measuring System | ||
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Automatic Buttonhole / Length Measuring SystemQuickly set the length of the One-step Buttonhole. The same buttonhole size can be repeated as often as required. Remains in memory until another stitch is selected. 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."
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| Manual Multi-step Buttonhole | ||
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Manual Multi-step ButtonholeThe 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». 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."
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| On-Screen Buttonhole Measuring | ||
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On-Screen Buttonhole MeasuringA button can be placed directly in the display. The size of the buttonhole is determined by turning the Mulitfunction knobs. 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."
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| Adjustable Buttonhole Slit Width | ||
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Adjustable Buttonhole Slit WidthAdjust the spacing of the beads appropriate for thick or heavy fabrics. | ||
| Temporary Altered Stitch Memory | ||
Temporary Altered Stitch MemoryStitch settings are remembered during the sewing session. This saves time when repeating stitches in a project. | ||
| Creative Consultant Sewing | ||
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Creative Consultant SewingGet reliable support for various applications and fabrics from the integrated Sewing Consultant. Makes suggestions regarding needles, presser foot, stabilizer etc. | ||
| Pattern Begin | ||
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Pattern BeginStart sewing at the beginning of a pattern or sequence wherever you stopped. | ||
| Mirror-image function | ||
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Mirror-image functionHorizontal or vertical mirroring of the stitch expands the design possibilities. | ||
| Continuous Reverse | ||
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Continuous ReverseSew backwards at a touch of a button. | ||
| BSR Enabled | ||
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BSR EnabledUsability of the BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) on the machine. 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."
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| Start/Stop Button (stitching without foot control) | ||
Start/Stop Button (stitching without foot control)As an alternative to the traditional foot control, power the machine using the Start/Stop button and regulate the speed with the Slide Speed Control. | ||
| Freearm Sewing | ||
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Freearm SewingThe slim freearm is perfect for hemming small tubular pieces, such as baby clothes, pant legs, etc. | ||
| Total Number of Sewing Stitch Patterns (incl. alphabets) | 395 | |
| Alphabets / Monograms | 4 | |
| Decorative Stitches | 117 | |
| Button Sew-On Program | ||
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Button Sew-On ProgramButton 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."
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| Buttonholes / Eyelets | 9 | |
| Practical Stitches | 22 | |
| Quilting Stitches | 12 | |
| Darning Programs | 1 | |
| Sewing space to the right of the needle | 7.5” | |
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Sewing space to the right of the needleMore sewing and embroidery space to the right of the needle offers comfort and more maneuverability when stitching large and small projects. | ||
| Weight of the Machine | 33 lb | |
| Measurements (W x H x D) | 22″ / 15.1″ / 18.3″ | |
| Centrally Located Color Touch Screen | LCD | |
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Centrally Located Color Touch ScreenEverything at eye level; it is clear and easy to use. Can be used with fingertip or touchpen and offers touch-scroll selection. Display and backround color can be customized and the screen brightness can be set according to your needs. 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."
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| LED Sewing Light | ||
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LED Sewing LightBright illumination in the needle area and over the freearm. On some machines the brightness is adjustable. | ||
| Semi-automatic Needle Threader | ||
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Semi-automatic Needle ThreaderEasy 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."
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| Manual Thread Cutters | 3 | |
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Manual Thread CuttersConveniently 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 | ||
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Total Stitch ControlPermanent or temporary altering of length, width, needle position and other creative functions of all stitches - even while sewing. | ||
| Hook system | CB | |
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Hook systemThe 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."
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| Bobbin Winding while Sewing/Embroidering | ||
Bobbin Winding while Sewing/EmbroideringFast winding of the bobbin, even while sewing. | ||
| BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS) | ||
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BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS)Knee operated lever raises the presser foot, lowers the feed dog and releases the thread tension keeping your hands free for guiding the fabric and the height for the fabric passage increases so that even thick layers of fabric can be easily pushed under the presser foot. 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."
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| Thread-up Command | ||
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Thread-up CommandPush 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. | ||
| Adjustable Presser Foot Pressure | ||
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Adjustable Presser Foot PressureAdjust the presser foot pressure to eliminate skipped stitches and wavy seams on knits. 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."
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| Slide speed control | ||
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Slide speed controlRegulate the speed with the Slide Speed Control. 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."
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Tutorials
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The new BERNINA 530 (BERNINA 5 Series)
An intuitive sewing machine for creative people with high expectations: the BERNINA 530 offers a range of functions that simplify sewing and put you in control. Whether altering the stitch length, stitch width or needle position or even creating custom combinations, you'll appreciate the convenience of a machine that remembers the stitch details for you. Discover the new BERNINA 5 Series and the many ways it will inspire you to write your own story. Get our free dress pattern with instructions today at www.bernina.com/5series.
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1/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: getting started and prepared for sewing
In the first part of the new BERNINA 530 and 550 QE tutorial you will get familiar with your new BERNINA sewing machine. We will show you how to prepare and use the basic features and the accessories for sewing and quilting. You will learn how to turn on the machine and plug in the foot control, change a presser foot, prepare the bobbin and thread the machine. Prepare youself for an unforgettable sewing adventure! For further information about the new BERNINA 5 series visit www.bernina.com/5series
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2/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: selecting and editing decorative stitches
Watch the 2nd BERNINA 530 and 550 QE online tutorial about decorative stitches. Choose one of 155 decorative stitches using the menu or the direct selection dials. Step by step you will be guided through the menu and instructed how to alter stitch length and width and how to use the memory function. As you will see, working with decorative stitches is very easy. For further information about the features and accessories of the BERNINA 5 series go to www.bernina.com/5series
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3/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: combining lettering and stitches
In the 3rd part of the new BERNINA 530 and 550 QE video tutorial you will learn that combining lettering and stitches is very easy. See step by step how to combine alphabet stitches with decorative stitches and save the combinations. Following this tutorial you can label bags, clothes and cushions with individual lettering and patterns. Learn more about the new BERNINA 5 series and visit www.bernina.com/5series
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4/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: how to sew a buttonhole
The 4th chapter of the new BERNINA 530 and 550 QE Online Tutorial will show you how to sew a buttonhole. In the video you can see how to change size and length of the buttonhole and to choose the favored style for the buttonhole. With the buttonhole program of the BERNINA 530 or 550 QE you can sew perfectly regular buttonholes very easily and quickly. For further information about the new BERNINA 5 series visit www.bernina.com/5series
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5/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: how to sew on a button
In the 5th part of the BERNINA 530 and 550 QE tutorial we will show you how to sew on a button with your new BERNINA 5 Series machine. The button sew-on program is so easy to handle! Step by step you can see how to sew on buttons by using stitch #60 and the optional button sew-on foot #18. You can also use foot #20. Save time and sew your buttons with your new BERNINA 530 or 550 QE. To get more information about the new BERNINA 5 series visit www.bernina.com/5series
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6/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: the setup program
In this part of the new BERNINA 530 and 550 QE online tutorial you will learn to use the setup-program to adjust the screen settings and to return to factory settings if needed. Get important information about oiling your BERNINA sewing machine by using the practical setup-program. For further information about this feature go to www.bernina.com/5series
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7/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: free motion quilting with the BERNINA Stitch Regulator
Watch this part of the new BERNINA 530 and 550 QE tutorial to encounter a true BERNINA exclusive: The BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) ensures total control in your creative endeavours. The revolutionary BSR System makes free-motion quilting a cinch and a sure-fire success. Your stitches remain consistent, whether you sew fast or slow. The BSR can be used in two modes (zig-zag and straight stitch). Find out more about the BERNINA 5 series and the BERNINA-Stitch Regulator on www.bernina.com/5series
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8/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: zipper Sewing with creative consultant
Dicover the creative consultant in this part of the BERNINA 530 and 550 QE online videocourse. Thank to this feature zipper sewing is very easy. By aid of the presser foot #4 and the seam guide we will show you how to sew a zipper. The small presser foot has notches on each side of the foot to provide excellent fabric control around the needle and to help eliminate skipped stitches when sewing in zippers. At the same time, they allow the needle to stitch "just inside the edge" of the foot, for better precision. You can also use foot #4 for making and attaching pipings, welting and attaching snap tape. Please find further information about the new BERNINA 5series on www.bernina.com/5series
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9/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: easy applique with blanket stitch
In the 9th part of the new BERNINA 530 and 550 QE online tutorial we will show you how to use presser foot #20 and the blanket stitch to perform an effectful and easy applique. You will learn how to adjust stitch length and stitch width and the presser foot pressure. You will find further information about appliques and the new features of the BERNINA 5 series on www.bernina.com/5series
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10/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: blind hem binding with walking foot
The last part of the BERNINA 530 and 550 QE tutorial will teach you how to sew blind hem binding with the walking foot, a monofilament thread, using stitch #1331. Dresses, blankets and bags can easily be hemed. For further information please read the manual or visit www.bernina.com/5series
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The new BERNINA 530 (BERNINA 5 Series)
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1/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: getting started and prepared for sewing
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2/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: selecting and editing decorative stitches
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3/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: combining lettering and stitches
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4/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: how to sew a buttonhole
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5/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: how to sew on a button
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6/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: the setup program
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7/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: free motion quilting with the BERNINA Stitch Regulator
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8/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: zipper Sewing with creative consultant
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9/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: easy applique with blanket stitch
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10/10 BERNINA 530 and 550 QE: blind hem binding with walking foot
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