Bernina Roll and Shell Hemmer #68

The BERNINA Roll and Shell Hemmer #68 creates professional double-fold hems with decorative shell edging on soft and stretch fabrics. This specialized presser foot automates the rolling and hemming process in a single operation, making it ideal for finishing T-shirts, lingerie, baby garments, and other delicate knit projects. The 2 mm guide produces a narrow, sturdy hem that pairs beautifully with overlock stitches to create the classic scalloped shell hem finish.

Key Features

• Creates 2 mm wide double-fold hems with decorative shell edging in one operation
• Scroll mechanism automatically feeds and rolls the fabric edge twice as you sew
• Deeper, rounder guide allows the dimensional shell hem pattern to feed freely without flattening
• Designed specifically for soft and stretch materials including knits, jerseys, and tricot
• Works with overlock stitches to create professional scalloped shell hems
• Eliminates time-consuming hand rolling and pinning of narrow hems
• Compatible with BERNINA 5.5 mm and 9 mm machines
• Produces consistent, professional results on delicate fabrics that are difficult to hem by hand

Specifications

Foot Number	#68
Hem Width	2 mm
Machine Compatibility	5.5 mm and 9 mm BERNINA models
Fabric Type	Soft and stretch materials
Recommended Stitches	Overlock stitches

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The BERNINA Roll and Shell Hemmer #68 is essential for sewists who work with knits, lingerie, and delicate garments requiring professional shell hem finishes. OSP Machines is an authorized dealer and provides free support for the life of your machine. You'll have expert guidance available whenever you need assistance mastering decorative hemming techniques with this specialized presser foot.

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 types of fabric work best with the Roll and Shell Hemmer #68?

This presser foot is designed specifically for soft and stretch materials including knit jerseys, T-shirt fabric, tricot, lingerie fabrics, and other delicate materials. It works best on fabrics that can be rolled easily without excessive bulk.

What is the difference between a regular rolled hem and a shell hem?

A rolled hem creates a narrow, finished edge by rolling the fabric twice. A shell hem adds decorative scalloped edging by combining the rolled hem with an overlock or blanket stitch, creating small peaks along the hem edge for a delicate, feminine finish.

Which BERNINA machines is this presser foot compatible with?

The Roll and Shell Hemmer #68 is compatible with BERNINA 5.5 mm and 9 mm machines, including models 125 through 240, the 4 Series (430-450), the 6 Series (630-640), the 730, and bernette B 215. Check the compatibility list to confirm your specific model.

What stitch should I use with this hemmer foot?

For a rolled hem, use a straight stitch. For the decorative shell hem effect, use an overlock stitch or blanket stitch. The combination of the 2 mm rolled hem and the overlock stitch creates the characteristic scalloped shell edge.

Is this presser foot difficult to use for beginners?

While it may take some practice to guide the fabric edge into the scroll correctly, the Roll and Shell Hemmer #68 is easier than hand-rolling narrow hems. With a few test runs on scrap fabric, most sewists quickly master the technique and appreciate how much time it saves on finishing garments.