Small enough to fit comfortably in a home sewing room yet robust enough for regular creative use, the Elna eXpressive 808 combines everyday sewing and embroidery in one capable machine. Its comfortable working area provides room to guide fabric with ease, while the smooth, quiet operation helps you stay focused during longer sewing and embroidery sessions. From garment construction and practical repairs to decorative stitching, quilting accents, and personalized gifts, this compact combination machine offers plenty of room to grow creatively.

On the sewing side, 300 built-in stitches, including 15 automatic buttonholes and an alphabet, give you a broad selection for construction, finishing, and customization. Stitches can reach up to 7 mm wide, allowing decorative patterns to make a stronger visual impact. When you are ready to embroider, choose from 241 built-in designs and work within a versatile 140 x 140 mm (5.5 in x 5.5 in) embroidery field.

A 3.5-inch color touch screen and accompanying touch panel put essential controls within easy reach, including extensive design-editing functions available directly on the machine. The eXpressive 808 also includes 2.5 MB of built-in memory and a USB port for transferring supported embroidery designs. Thoughtful conveniences such as a built-in needle threader, automatic and programmable thread cutter, upper-thread and bobbin sensors, and easy-change presser foot and needle plate help streamline each project from setup to the final stitch. Free-arm embroidery is also possible when the machine is paired with compatible optional hoops.

Stitches Per Minute

The Elna eXpressive 808 sews at up to 860 stitches per minute, helping you complete long seams, utility stitching, and decorative work at a productive pace. In embroidery mode, it reaches up to 660 stitches per minute for steady design creation. Whether you are assembling garments or stitching detailed motifs, these well-balanced speeds help keep projects moving while maintaining comfortable control.

Upper & Lower Thread Sensors

Stay focused on your project thanks to the bobbin and upper-thread sensors. These helpful monitoring systems alert you when the thread supply needs attention, reducing the chance of stitching an extended section without thread or discovering an empty bobbin too late. Especially useful during embroidery and longer sewing sessions, the sensors help minimize interruptions, protect your progress, and keep each design or seam moving toward a clean, complete finish.

Included Accessories

Zigzag Foot A, Zipper Foot E, Satin Stitch Foot F, Automatic Buttonhole Foot R, Overedge Foot C, Overcasting Foot M, Blind Hemming Foot G, 1/4" Seam Foot O, Embroidery Foot P, Needles, 2 Large Spool Holders, 2 Small Spool Holders, Extra Spool Pin, Bobbins, Screwdriver, Seam Ripper, Lint Brush, Touch Screen Stylus, Scissors, Bobbin Holder Cleaner, Special Bobbin Holder for Embroidery, Needle Plate, Hook Cover Plate, Straight Stitch Needle Plate, Embroidery Hoop SQ14E (with template), Stitch Reference Chart, Threading Guide Sticker, Soft Cover, Foot Control, Power Cord, and the Instruction Manual.

25-Year Limited Warranty

Elna will ensure your machine's performance for 25 years from when the machine is purchased. Coverage is limited to repair or necessary replacement of parts caused by defects in quality and materials. Faults in electrical components will be for five years. One year of free labor by an Authorized Elna Retailer is included, usually by the dealership where you purchased your machine.