I am sorry for the delayed reply - I need to update my notifications. To answer your question, yes I do still love this machine. I have used it for quilt piecing and binding, embroidery, free motion and machine quilting as well as other projects. The only thing that it is a challenge is super heavy duty sewing, like home dec, thick bags etc. which is understandable - as that type of sewing does better on a semi industrial or heavy duty purpose sewing machine. If it is your first experience with a Bernina computerized machine, it does take a little time and patience to learn the features, but once you do, it will be hard to switch to another type of machine. My favorite features are the easy interchangeable feet - just flip a lever to switch out. I also love the press and release to remove the needle plate to easily clean under the feed dogs. There are memory combination stitches that can be customized, the presser foot hover is amazing. The needle up/down with the back of the foot peddle is convenient and finally the jumbo size bobbin. It really helps for a pleasant sewing experience. I hope you love it as much as I do if you get one.

@@makeanddecorate it’s ok, you have a busy life. I liked your video about how you explained the bernina. Many other KZfaqrs had problems from bernina due to a bad motherboard. Although, it sounds like a great machine. I actually decided on a juki instead because the feet for the bernina are super expensive and because where I live, the techs do not like to fix them. So, a juki was less expensive and the feet for it are inexpensive. Thank you for explaining all of the above. I hope someone will find your response useful.

@@craftynurs3434 yep, Bernina feet and everything are pricey. I am sure you will be happy with your Juki, also a favorite of mine. I have a Juki TL2010 (straight stitch mechanical machine) and love it!

@@makeanddecorate I have the juki f600 and thinking about the juki tl qvp 18 in the future for heavy duty sewing. I've seen others in my fb group sew leather on it. I think I will like that machine very much.

@@craftynurs3434 that will be the perfect pairing of machines! The Juki TL Qvp 18 is a newer version of my TL 2010. 😍

I’m so sorry for the late late reply - I usually get notifications on comments but didn’t see this one. I do still have my 780 and I love it!! It has all the high end features needed and if you can find one - it’s great deal for sure.

I used stitch number 4. Bernina calls it the “running stitch”. Then I adjust the stitch width and length to be wider and longer, around 4.5mm. Happy quilting!😊

The bobbins are the jumbo size made for the Bernina Series 7 machines. They hold a lot more thread than standard size bobbins. I love them!

Hi Jean, the fabric used in the video was from JoAnn Fabrics. There was no link to this fabric because I purchased it in my local store, and could not find a link online. I have since tried to find more of the fabric and I think it must have been discontinued. This is a link to the current double gauze fabric at JoAnn. www.joann.com/search?q=Baby%20double%20gauze&prefn1=productGroup&prefv1=Product I hope this helps 😊

Thank you! I think you will have fun quilting this serpentine stitch on your quilt 😊🎉

Hi Lauren, thank you so much!! You really made my day💕 I hope you enjoy catching up with past episodes. I have so much fun recording them.

Thank you so much for watching, and I am so happy you loved it! Makes my day💕😊

Thanks for being my first video guest! It was the best fun🎉😍

Thanks Andra😊 me too, and the best thing is that I don’t have to mark any guidelines on the quilt - so quick!

Thanks for the tip! I do not have the 5mm stitch plate. I have the 9mm and I increase the stitch width a lot - which might exceed a 5mm plate. I have heard that it is good to have both stitch plates, especially if the stitch width is under 5mm wide...less fabric pulled into the stitch plate.

Иррин Thank you! I am glad you enjoyed this video. I agree these festivals are inspirational for getting creative ideas.

Bethanne TA thanks! It’s such a time saver to hem it that way. 😊

I use the adjustable seam guides on my walking foot. So on a border, I would line up the guide on the seam line where the border and quilt meet. Then each serpentine stitch I do from that point becomes the new spot where I line up the seam guide to follow. for example, if you want the serpentine stitch to repeat every inch - line up the guide one inch from the needle to the end of the guide. If you do not have the adjustable seam guides, you can draw guide lines in chalk to keep the stitch lined up.

Hi Lynn, the clips I use are Wonder Clips by Clover. I updated my description and added an amazon link to the wonder clips. Thanks for watching!!

Thank you so much! I am working on some more videos!! (I got a bit behind because I started a podcast the same time as my youtube channel last year, hahah! )

melatina66 thank you so much! I had the best time at this retreat. I agree, Sara’s videos makes the process so much easier. I did find the 4th screw driver - the previous commenter told me too😊👍 it’s so tiny and I forgot there were 4 of them😂

Yes! Violet is the same age as my niece who I have been teaching to sew. Both of Sara and Danny's kids were manning the registration desk at the retreat, and they were the best - very knowledgeable and professional for their young ages!! They both helped me pick out my cork roll gift :)