Bernina Open Embroidery Foot with Non-Stick Sole #56

The BERNINA Open Embroidery Foot with Non-Stick Sole #56 is designed for sewists working with decorative stitches, appliqués, and challenging materials like leather, vinyl, and plastic. Its open-toe design provides excellent visibility of the sewing area, while the non-stick sole ensures smooth fabric feeding over sticky or difficult surfaces.

Key Features

• Open-toe configuration provides an unobstructed view of your stitching area for precise placement and control
• Non-stick sole glides smoothly over leather, vinyl, plastic, and other materials that tend to drag or stick
• Wide wedge-shaped channel underneath accommodates dense decorative stitches and allows easy fabric feeding
• Ideal for appliqué work, decorative trim application, and elastic insertion
• Perfect for Richelieu embroidery and circular embroidery techniques
• Designed for sewing lines, curves, and corners with consistent stitch quality
• Compatible with a wide range of BERNINA sewing machines with snap-on presser foot capability

Specifications

This presser foot is an excellent addition to any sewist's accessory collection who works with decorative stitching, appliqué, or challenging materials that require a non-stick surface. OSP Machines is an authorized dealer and provides free support for the life of your machine. Our team is available to answer questions about foot compatibility and technique for the life of your purchase.

Compatibility

Compatible with these Bernina models below:

125, 125 S, 130, 135, 135 S, 140, 145, 145 S , 150, 153, 153 QE, 155, 160, 163, 165, 170, 180, 185, 200, 210, 220, 230, 230 PE, 240, 430, 435, 440 QE, 450, 630, 640, 730

B 215, B 325, B 330, B 335,B 435, B 475 QE, B 480, B 350 PE, B 380, B 530, B 535,B 540, B 550 QE, B 555, B 560,B 570 QE/QEE, B 590, B 580, B 710, B 720, B 740, B 750 QE, B 770 QE/QEE, B 780, B 790, B 790 PLUS, B 820 QE, B 830, B 880, B 880 PLUS

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes the non-stick sole different from a standard presser foot?

The non-stick coating on the sole allows the foot to glide smoothly over materials that tend to drag or stick, such as leather, vinyl, plastic, and coated fabrics. This prevents fabric from catching or bunching during stitching.

Can I use this foot for standard sewing, or is it only for decorative work?

While the Open Embroidery Foot #56 excels at decorative stitching and appliqué, it can be used for standard sewing tasks. However, a standard presser foot may be more efficient for basic straight stitching and seams.

How do I know if this foot fits my BERNINA machine?

This foot is compatible with BERNINA machines that use the snap-on presser foot system. Check the compatibility list to confirm your specific model number, or contact OSP Machines for assistance in determining compatibility with your machine.

What is the advantage of the open-toe design?

The open-toe configuration provides an unobstructed view of your stitching area, allowing you to see exactly where your needle enters the fabric. This is especially helpful for precise appliqué placement, following printed designs, and navigating curves and corners.

Does this foot work with both straight stitch and decorative stitches?

Yes, the Open Embroidery Foot #56 works with straight stitches, decorative stitches, and dense embroidery patterns. The wide channel underneath accommodates the buildup of thread from decorative stitches while maintaining smooth fabric feeding.