Bernina Embroidery Foot #39C with Clear Sole

The BERNINA Embroidery Foot #39C with Clear Sole is an essential presser foot for sewists who work with decorative stitches, appliqué, and embellishments. This updated version of the classic Embroidery Foot #6 features a transparent sole that provides an unobstructed view of your stitching area, making it easier to achieve precise placement and professional results on compact decorative patterns, satin stitching, and off-the-edge scallops.

Key Features

• Clear transparent sole provides full visibility of the stitching area for precise stitch placement and monitoring
• Center hole guides cording, perle yarn, and reinforcing thread directly under the needle for couching and raised decorative effects
• Designed for 9 mm stitch width machines, ideal for wide decorative stitches and satin stitching
• Excels at appliqué work, buttonhole seams, and compact decorative stitch patterns
• Enables off-the-edge scallop sewing and raised embellishment techniques
• Allows simultaneous sewing of reinforcing thread or elastic thread for added durability and stretch
• Updated design of the popular Embroidery Foot #6 with enhanced visibility

Specifications

The BERNINA Embroidery Foot #39C with Clear Sole is perfect for sewists who want full visibility and control when working with decorative stitches, appliqué, and specialty embellishment techniques on their 9 mm BERNINA machines. OSP Machines is an authorized dealer and provides free support for the life of your machine. Our expert team is available to help you get the most from this versatile presser foot with tips, techniques, and troubleshooting assistance whenever you need it.

Compatibility

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between Embroidery Foot #39C and Embroidery Foot #6?

Embroidery Foot #39C features a clear transparent sole that provides full visibility of your stitching area, while Embroidery Foot #6 has a solid metal sole. Both feet have the same functionality with the center hole for cording, but the #39C offers enhanced visibility for more precise stitch placement.

Will this foot work on my BERNINA machine?

This presser foot is designed for BERNINA machines with 9 mm maximum stitch width. It is compatible with a wide range of BERNINA models including the 1, 3, 4, 5, and 7 series machines. Check the compatibility list to confirm your specific model is included.

What types of thread or cord can I use with the center hole?

The center hole in Embroidery Foot #39C accommodates perle cotton, cording, narrow ribbon, reinforcing thread, and elastic thread. It feeds these materials directly under the needle for couching and raised decorative effects.

Can I use this foot for regular sewing or just decorative work?

While Embroidery Foot #39C is optimized for decorative stitching, appliqué, and embellishment work, you can use it for buttonhole seams and any application where enhanced visibility is beneficial. For standard straight stitching and utility sewing, a standard presser foot is recommended.

Is this foot suitable for beginners?

Yes, the clear sole makes Embroidery Foot #39C excellent for beginners learning decorative techniques because you can see exactly where your needle is entering the fabric. The center hole also makes it easy to guide cording and specialty threads for consistent results.