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About

The Hackspace has

  • Donated by Brett
  • We don't have the original hoops, but we have 3D printed ourselves Hoop A, courtesy of DJ
  • Only having Hoop A, the machine is capable of producing up 116x110mm patterns

How to access

Reach out to Jacob in #textiles on discord if you want to access and use the Embroidery machine. He'll also be happy to take you through how to use it.

How to use

The following is a quick summary of the manual, you can find a more detailed guide on the given pages in the manual.

Setting up

Pages 7-20

  • Prepare Hoop with fabric and paper backing (We have tear-away paper backing available at the space)
  • Prepare and install the bobbin
  • Install the hoop
  • Thread with your initial coloured thread
  • Select your pattern
  • Drop the presser foot
  • Adjust the tension
  • Press the green button

Threading

Pages 11-14


Installing the bobbin

Page 10

Loading a pattern

  • Done via USB
  • Navigate to the USB menu option
  • Browse for your pattern

Bobbin Winding

Page 9

Tips

  • The machine is very picky about what USB sticks it will accept, we have found a couple that it likes, please don't lose or break them
  • Manual - https://www.bernina.com/bernina/media/Support/Sewing_Quilting_Embroidery/Out_of_Print_Manuals/bernette-Deco-340-Manual.pdf