bernette 59 Computerized Sewing & Embroidery Machine Details

Product Description

Bring sewing and embroidery together in one thoughtfully designed machine with the bernette b59 Sewing & Embroidery Machine. Created for makers who want room to explore, the b59 moves easily from garment construction and quilting to decorative stitching, monogramming, and customized embroidery. Its 3.5-inch color touchscreen provides straightforward navigation, while 170mm of space to the right of the needle gives you a comfortable work area for everyday projects. With an included embroidery module, two hoops, and eight presser feet, this versatile machine arrives ready to help turn fresh ideas into beautifully finished creations.

A generous library of 515 stitch patterns, including three sewing fonts, offers plenty of options for practical seams, decorative details, and personalized lettering. When it is time to embroider, choose from 268 built-in designs and 11 embroidery fonts, then edit your selection directly on the screen or through the free StitchDirect app. WiFi connectivity lets you create or adjust motifs and custom decorative stitches on a compatible smartphone or tablet before transferring them wirelessly to the machine. The b59 supports an embroidery field of up to 4.7" x 7", while the included Multi-Position Hoop extends the working area to 4.7" x 11.8" for longer names, borders, and larger design arrangements.

Convenient features help keep your attention on the project instead of the setup. The comfort needle threader simplifies threading, while the Click & Lift Stitch Plate allows you to lift and exchange the plate at the touch of a button without reaching for a screwdriver. An automatic thread cutter, upper and lower thread sensors, adjustable presser foot pressure, needle up/down control, and selectable speed settings bring added confidence to every sewing session. With sewing speeds up to 800 stitches per minute and embroidery speeds up to 600 stitches per minute, the bernette b59 offers an inviting combination of creative technology, practical control, and everyday ease for sewists ready to expand their skills.

Multi-Position Hoop

The included Multi-Position Hoop expands the bernette B59’s embroidery area from 120 x 180 mm to an impressive 120 x 300 mm (4.7" x 11.8"), giving you extra room for designs that extend beyond a standard hoop. Its larger working area is especially helpful for stitching long names, decorative borders, vertical motifs, and coordinated design arrangements with fewer rehooping interruptions. Whether you are personalizing towels, embellishing garments, or creating statement embroidery for home décor, this versatile hoop offers more space to plan, position, and stitch with confidence.

268 Designs & 11 Fonts

With 268 built-in embroidery designs and 11 embroidery fonts, the bernette B59 puts a wide range of creative options right at your fingertips. Choose from decorative motifs, borders, seasonal accents, and personalized lettering to customize garments, quilts, bags, gifts, and home décor. The generous font selection makes it easy to add names, monograms, dates, and meaningful messages, while the built-in design library lets you begin creating without immediately purchasing additional files. Whether you are stitching a simple accent or building a more detailed arrangement, the B59 gives you plenty of variety to make each project feel uniquely your own.

515 Stitches & 3 Fonts

With 515 built-in stitches and three sewing fonts, the bernette B59 gives you an impressive selection for construction, quilting, embellishment, and personalized details. Choose from practical utility stitches, decorative patterns, stretch stitches, buttonholes, and lettering options to suit everything from everyday mending to creative statement projects. The three built-in fonts make it simple to add names, labels, initials, and custom messages directly to garments, quilts, bags, and home décor. Whether you are finishing a seam or experimenting with decorative stitch combinations, the B59 offers plenty of variety to keep your sewing fresh and expressive.

On Screen Embroidery Editing

Edit embroidery designs directly on the 3.5" color touchscreen and see your changes reflected in real time before stitching begins. On-screen tools let you move, rotate, resize, mirror, group, arrange, and delete design elements, making it easy to fine-tune placement and create more personalized layouts. You can also zoom in for a closer look, reposition the design within the hoop, check the design’s corners and center, and adjust thread colors or thread brands to match the supplies in your sewing room. With these convenient editing controls built into the machine, you can prepare polished embroidery projects with greater accuracy and less guesswork.

Retractable Feed Dog

The retractable feed dog feature opens the door to darning, free-motion sewing, and creative techniques that require full control over fabric movement. With the feed dogs lowered, the fabric is no longer guided automatically, allowing you to move it freely in any direction under the needle. This is ideal for mending worn areas, adding personalized free-motion designs, or practicing techniques like stippling and sketch-style stitching. By giving you direct control over stitch direction and placement, the retractable feed dog makes it easier to explore creative sewing and develop precision through hands-on technique.

StitchDirect App

Built-in WiFi connectivity pairs the bernette B59 with the free StitchDirect app, creating a flexible workspace that lets you design away from the machine and send projects wirelessly when you are ready to stitch. From a compatible smartphone or tablet, you can upload personal images, trace their outlines, draw original motifs, combine and edit embroidery designs, and create customized lettering or WordArt-style arrangements. The Stitch Designer also lets you develop decorative stitch patterns that reflect your own style, while the integrated bernette Creative Consultant recommends suitable presser feet, needles, thread, and settings for the project at hand. Once your design is prepared, transfer it directly to the B59 over WiFi and monitor the embroidery process in real time through the app, making it easier to stay informed while the machine works. You can also browse additional embroidery designs through the connected OESD shop, giving you a convenient way to expand your personal design library and keep new creative possibilities close at hand.

Needle Threader

The semi-automatic needle threader helps make machine setup quicker and more comfortable by guiding the thread through the needle with less eye strain and frustration. It is designed for use with a single needle in size 70 or larger, making it a convenient choice for many everyday sewing and embroidery projects. Twin and triple needles must always be threaded by hand, and finer needles below size 70 should also be threaded manually. With the correct needle in place, this helpful feature lets you spend less time threading and more time creating.

Click & Lift Stitch Plate

The Click & Lift Stitch Plate makes switching between sewing techniques quick and tool-free. With the touch of a button, the stitch plate lifts for easy removal, so there is no need to reach for a screwdriver when changing your setup. This is especially convenient because the bernette B59 includes both a straight stitch plate and a zigzag stitch plate, allowing you to choose the best option for precise straight stitching, piecing, decorative work, and wider stitch patterns. The simple exchange system helps you adapt the machine to each project with less interruption and greater confidence.

Smartphone Holder

The built-in smart device holder keeps a compatible smartphone or tablet conveniently positioned above the bernette B59, making it easy to follow tutorials, reference project instructions, or work with connected creative tools while you sew and embroider. Spacer clamps help secure devices measuring 8–12 mm thick, with wide and narrow clamping jaws that can be positioned to suit the gap between the device and holder. For safe use, always confirm that the device is seated firmly before beginning and keep the holder within the recommended tilt limits—up to 19° for an 8 mm device and up to 10° for a 12 mm device. Proper setup helps prevent slipping or drops while keeping your screen easy to view throughout the project.

Function Buttons

Easy-press function buttons place the bernette B59’s most-used controls within comfortable reach, helping you manage each seam without constantly returning to the touchscreen. Start or stop sewing, trim the upper and lower threads, reverse or secure stitches, raise or lower the needle, and adjust sewing or embroidery speed directly from the machine’s control panel. Additional buttons provide quick access to stitch width, stitch length, needle position, the home screen, and other essential settings, making it easier to fine-tune your work as you sew. This intuitive layout keeps adjustments fast and convenient, so you can maintain a smooth rhythm from the first stitch to the final tie-off.

Upper and Lower Thread Sensors

Built-in sensors help the bernette B59 keep track of both the upper thread and bobbin thread while you sew or embroider. If either thread breaks or runs out, the machine displays a warning so you can pause, rethread, and continue before the issue affects a larger section of your project. The upper thread indicator and bobbin thread indicator can each be switched on or off through the Monitoring Functions settings, giving you control over how the alerts operate. These helpful sensors reduce guesswork and make it easier to avoid incomplete stitching, missed sections, and unnecessary rework.

LED Sewing Lights

Adjustable Foot Pressure

Bobbin Winder

Optional Table

Every bernette machine is backed by a BERNINA of America Limited Warranty, giving customers added confidence in the quality, durability, and long-term support behind their investment. The warranty includes 10 years of coverage on mechanical parts, along with 2 years on printed circuit boards and 2 years on electrical components. To activate the warranty, the machine must be registered with BERNINA of America within 30 days of purchase, either online or by submitting the warranty registration card. Warranty service is provided through authorized BERNINA dealers, ensuring professional support and genuine parts. Coverage applies to machines used for private, non-commercial purposes and protects against manufacturer defects when the machine is properly cared for and maintained. This comprehensive coverage helps protect your machine for years to come, so you can focus on creating with confidence.
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