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Sewing machines at A Common Thread, Portland, Oregon

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Sewing machines for quilters at A Common Thread, Portland, Oregon

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Sewing Machines for Embroidery


Our selection of embroidery sewing machines covers a range of options from simple to sophisticated, but they all have one thing in common: we stand behind them with classes, service, warranty and inspiration, because so many of our staff members are expert embroiderers themselves.

Every sewing machine we sell comes with free Guide Classes and a Warranty.  We invite you to come in and compare the many options in machine embroidery to find the one that suits you perfectly!

Bernina 830 Sewing machine at A Common Thread, Portland, Oregon  BERNINA 830
When only the best will do, you have arrived in front of your own BERNINA 830 sewing machine. With the fastest stitch speeds, largest sewing space without needing to rotate your embroidery hoop, the largest bobbin on the market to allow you the most uninterrupted stitching time, and the patented Bernina Stitch Regulator, you'll be unlimited in creating the projects of your dreams. 

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Best selling sewing machine at A Common Thread, Portland, OregonThe BERNINA 830 is one of our best selling models!

Bernina 830 sewing machine at A Common Thread, Portland, Oregon
"I do so much more sewing -- and especially embroidery -- since I got my Bernina 830 because it's so darn easy!  The extra-large opening gives me more room, and three LED lights let me see exactly what I'm doing. I can adjust and design on the touch screen when I'm embroidering, and the hover mode is great for machine applique because it raises the foot just enough to easily manuever the fabric smoothly. The differential feed allows me to add perfect decorative stitching even on heavier projects like handbags...and I'm known for my handbags! What more can I say? I love it!"

 Bernina 580 sewing machine at A Common Thread, Portland, Oregon BERNINA 580
The newest machine in the Bernina line has lots of top-end features, including embroidery   Fully compatible with the patented Bernina Stitch Regulator, Bernina Embroidery Software V6 and Bernina Cutwork Accessory and Software, it's a wonderful machine to grow with!

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Best selling sewing machines at A Common Thread, Portland, Oregon 
The Bernina 580 is one of our best selling models!

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"I try out all the machines here at A Common Thread, but I’ve been enjoying sewing store samples on the Bernina 580 because it has so many features like the top of the line machines, including slide-on table and onscreen design options. Whether I'm sewing garments, handbags or stitching out an embroidered piece, I know that each one will be stitched to display quality.”

 Bernina 635 sewing machine at A Common Thread BERNINA 635
Quilters love this standard size sewing machine because it's fully upgradeable and updateable, so you have room to grow your skills and explore new creative horizons. Add machine embroidery, the patented Bernina Stitch Regulator, and quilting accessories as you wish!

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Sewing machine recommendations at A Common Thread, Portland, Oregon"My Bernina 635 is just right for me! I love to make quilt tops, and the #34 presser foot and needle position give me an exact 1/4" seam every time. With the Bernina Stitch Regulator I never worry about uneven stitches. And when I do stitch up the occasional garment, the Bernina 635 gives me perfect buttonholes with the push of a button!"
   


A Common Thread

Portland's Finest Creative Sewing Center
15230 SW Sequoia Parkway, Suite 100
Portland, Oregon 97224
503 624-7440 or toll free 877 915-6789

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Monday-Thursday: 10:00 am-6:00 pm
Friday & Saturday: 10:00 am-5:00 pm
Sunday: noon-4:00 pm