The Bernina Bernette 56 easy start is an ideal sewing machine for beginners. It is easy to operate and has all the basic functions required for demanding seams. Various utility stitches, decorative stitches and a 4-step buttonhole are available. It is a sewing machine with the CB hook system.
What is the scope of delivery?
In addition to the sewing machine and the operating manual, the scope of delivery includes a sturdy dust cover, a buttonhole foot, a button sewing foot, an overlock foot, a foot for concealed zippers, a zipper foot, a zigzag foot, needles and bobbins. A tool kit required for maintenance is also included. We award 4 out of 5 stars.
Which functions are offered?
Due to the infinitely variable adjustment of the stitch width up to 5 mm, all seams are sure to be perfect. With the model Bernette 56 easy start even darning is no longer a problem. Only one single movement is required to transport the sewing machine. Sleeves, trouser legs and other closed fabrics can be easily sewn with the free arm of the Bernette 56 easy start. To use the free arm, simply move the sliding table away. A completely continuous metal base plate ensures that the sewing machine stands firmly in place, the manufacturer continues.
The different stitch types are selected by means of a rotary control. You can choose between a 4-step buttonhole, 16 utility stitches including elastic stitches, 4 decorative stitches and 2 quilt stitches. A built-in light bulb provides additional sewing light. This additional lighting is ideal for illuminating the sewing area, especially from the sides of the needle. The upper thread tension is manual. The infinitely adjustable stitch width makes sewing easy, for example when repairing or altering garments. With a 2-step foot lifter the foot can also be raised for thicker fabrics. We award 4 out of 5 stars.
How is the handling?
Especially practical is the support for threading using a needle threader, buyers report in their reviews on Amazon. This helps to protect the eyes of the user in particular. For free-hand sewing and for darning, it is possible to simply lower the feed dog by means of a slider, buyers praise further. The quick change of sewing feet is possible through a quick-change system. With the tear-off knife attached to the head cover of the Bernette 56 easy start it is very easy to cut the threads without any problems, they also say. Top: The slide-on table with its large accessory compartment is very practical. We award 4 out of 5 stars.
How is the processing?
The housing has a very stable design, users report. What else do they say in their reviews on Amazon: The machine works very quietly and can be used even late in the day. The speed can be controlled very well. A major shortcoming is that after a short time the special utility stitches are no longer usable. We award 3.5 of 5 stars.
Price/Performance
For a price of 0 (price currently not available, estimate based on the original price) Euro you get a good and stable sewing machine. The Bernette 56 easy start can be used quickly thanks to the wide range of accessories available. It is a good model for inexperienced seamstresses who would like to do the household sewing work alone in the future. We award 4 out of 5 stars.
What is the conclusion?
The Bernina Bernette 56 easy start is a new special model that is easy to use by practically every seamstress, whether she is advanced or just starting out in her sewing experience. It provides a lot of performance for little money. However, the rather quick failure of the special utility stitches has a negative effect. We award a total of 4 out of 5 stars based on customer opinions and product description. At Amazon we currently find 14 customer reviews, which award an average of 3.2 stars.