Bernina Activa 220
The Dial-A-Stitch Allows Hassle-Free Changing Of Stitches
The
Bernina Activa 220 sewing machine is an entry-level, computerized, lightweight, and powerful machine that offers an assortment of features for various sewing projects and crafts.
Its superb tension control makes this machine widely popular as it easily runs through even the heaviest of fabrics.
It is practically designed for easy handling where all buttons are clearly marked and logically positioned in its very convenient areas.
The Activa 220 sewing machine has several key features in its design that can help make your sewing projects all the more easier.
Bernina Activa 220 Review
On the top left of the Bernina Activa 220 are six of the adjustable red buttons that regulates both stitch length and stitch width to your desired dimension.
On the top right are six white buttons that control the memory function, called the temporary altered stitch memory, which can be easily accessed again whenever it is needed.
On the bottom left are four white buttons that control the needle positions. These four shortcut buttons consists of needle stop up/down, half-speed, pattern-end, and mirror right/left functions.
The twelve buttons on the bottom right are for choosing different types of stitches. It offers more than 100 stitch types, and its dial-a-stitch feature makes moving one stitch to another hassle-free.
This is why most quilters, seamstresses, and crafters favor the Bernina Activa 220. The LCD screen gives you all the necessary information and settings at a glance.
The presser feet can be easily and quickly changed to suit your different tasks. The CFL sewing light illuminates the fabric from three sides for precision.
The buttonholes come in three different types - the straight stitch, standard, and keyhole. Its automatic length-measuring system makes sewing buttonholes uncomplicated.
There are also two other optional features like the Bernina magnifying glass that comes with a set of lenses having different diopter strengths. These lenses can be attached to the magnifying glass holder for convenience.
The start/stop unit is another optional feature from Bernina that functions as an alternative to the foot control.
Accessories of the
Bernina Activa 220 sewing machine:
- Straight stitch needle plate
- Needle punch tool
- Needle assortment
- Thread tension
- Spool holders
- Thread cutter
- Needle threader
- Reverse pattern foot no. 1
- Overlock foot no. 2
- Buttonhole foot no. 3
- Zipper foot no. 4
- Blindstitch foot no. 5
- Extension table
- Foot control
Advantages of Bernina Activa 220
1. It produces excellent stitch quality.
You need not worry about redoing your stitches.
2. Sturdy, solid construction.
It can withstand rough handling like transporting the machine from one place to another.
3. It includes a knee-controlled presser feet accessory.
It helps you complete those sewing tasks in half the time.
4. It is computerized and allows you to digitize your own designs.
This helps you create unique and beautiful crafts.
5. It includes two alphabets for monograms.
Disadvantages of Bernina Activa 220
1. It does not have a one-step buttonhole feature.
This could have increased productivity.
2. It is quite heavy as compared to other machine models.
You'll find it difficult to transfer the machine to another area whenever you need to.
3. It's too pricey.
It is a little bit expensive as compared to other brand models considering that they also offer Bernina Activa 220's features for a lesser price.
Consumer Reviews
I couldn't believe it. I had spent a full hour trying to sew one straight seam and the Bernina just churned it out like nobody's business. You're paying a lot for that privilege, though. -Hope Meng
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