Description
The BERNINA Free-Motion Couching Foot #43 is a specialized presser foot designed for creative free-motion sewing with decorative cords, yarns, ribbons, and braids up to 2mm wide. This foot guides cords directly to the needle through a hole in the sole, allowing you to couch materials in any direction with the feed dogs lowered. The included cord guide attaches conveniently next to your machine's thread cutter for smooth, consistent feeding during couching work.
Key Features
- Feeds cords, yarns, ribbons, and braids up to 2mm wide directly to the needle through a hole in the sole
- Enables free-motion couching in any direction with feed dogs lowered for creative control
- Creates imaginative lines, patterns, and shapes with decorative materials
- Includes a practical cord guide that attaches next to the thread cutter for consistent feeding
- Works with zigzag and decorative stitches to secure couched materials
- Compatible with BERNINA 5.5mm and 9mm machines
- Ideal for embellishing quilts, garments, home décor projects, and art quilts
- Allows precise placement of decorative elements for professional-looking appliqué work
Specifications
| Compatibility | BERNINA 5.5mm and 9mm machines |
| Maximum Cord Width | 2mm |
| Foot Type | Free-motion specialty foot |
| Feed Dogs Position | Lowered for free-motion sewing |
The BERNINA Free-Motion Couching Foot #43 is an excellent choice for quilters and creative sewers who want to add dimensional texture and decorative elements to their projects with precision and ease. OSP Machines is an authorized dealer and provides free support for the life of your machine. Our team is here to help you get the most from your BERNINA accessories with expert guidance whenever you need it.
Compatibility
works with:- 125
- 125 S
- 135
- 135 S
- 145
- 145 S
- 210
- 215
- 220
- 230
- 230PE
- 240
- 330
- 350PE
- 380
- 150
- 153
- 153 QE
- 155
- 160
- 163
- 130
- 140
- 430
- 440 QE
- B 555
- B 570 QE
- B 530
- B 550 QE
- 165
- 170
- 180
- 185
- 630
- 640
- B 560
- B 580
- 435
- 450
- B 710
- B 740
- B 750 QE
- B 770 QE
- B 720
- 200
- 730
- B780
- B790
- B 820
- B 830
- B 880
Frequently Asked Questions
- What materials can I use with the Free-Motion Couching Foot #43?
- You can use cords, yarns, ribbons, and braids up to 2mm wide with this foot. The cord is fed through a hole in the sole directly to the needle for secure attachment.
- Do I need to lower the feed dogs to use this foot?
- Yes, the Free-Motion Couching Foot #43 is designed for free-motion sewing with the feed dogs lowered. This allows you to move the fabric in any direction to create curves, shapes, and custom patterns.
- What is the cord guide used for?
- The included cord guide attaches next to your machine's thread cutter and helps feed the cord smoothly and consistently to the foot during couching, preventing tangles and ensuring even tension.
- Which BERNINA machines is this foot compatible with?
- The Free-Motion Couching Foot #43 works with BERNINA 5.5mm and 9mm machines, including the activa, virtuosa, and 3 Series models. Check the compatibility list to confirm your specific model.
- What stitch should I use with the couching foot?
- You can use a zigzag stitch or decorative stitches to secure the cord. The stitch width should be wide enough to catch both sides of the cord while the straight stitch option works for very narrow materials.
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