Bernina Ruffler #86

The BERNINA Ruffler #86 is a specialized presser foot designed to create perfectly even ruffles and pleats with precision and ease. Whether you're adding decorative detail to garments, home décor projects, or heirloom sewing, this foot delivers consistent, professional results every time. Compatible with BERNINA 5.5mm and 9mm machines, the Ruffler #86 offers adjustable pleat density and depth, giving you complete control over your gathering.

Key Features

• Creates uniform ruffles and pleats with adjustable depth and frequency settings for versatile design options.
• Pleat frequency can be set to gather with every stitch, every 6th stitch, or every 12th stitch based on your project needs.
• Adjustable pleat depth controlled by a precision screw allows infinite variation from subtle gathering to deep pleats.
• Special gathering blade works with the needle's up-and-down motion to catch and pleat fabric consistently.
• Can be set to sewing mode without pleating (setting = 0) without changing the presser foot.
• Compatible with both 5.5mm and 9mm BERNINA machines across multiple series.
• Ideal for gathering single fabric layers on garments, curtains, pillows, and decorative home furnishing projects.
• Produces neat, even results that would be difficult and time-consuming to achieve by hand.

Specifications

Specification	Detail
Product Type	Specialty Presser Foot
Compatibility	BERNINA 5.5mm and 9mm machines
Pleat Frequency Options	Every stitch, every 6th stitch, every 12th stitch, or no pleating
Pleat Depth Adjustment	Infinitely variable via adjusting screw
Function	Gathering and pleating individual fabric layers

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The BERNINA Ruffler #86 is an essential tool for sewists who want to add professional ruffles and pleats to their projects without the tedious hand-gathering process, making it ideal for garment sewers, quilters, and home décor enthusiasts at all skill levels. OSP Machines is an authorized dealer and provides free support for the life of your machine. You'll have access to expert guidance whenever you need assistance with this specialty presser foot.

Compatibility

Bernina Ruffler # 86 for BNG 4/5/7/8 Series works with all 4, 5, 7, and 8 and new style Bernina sewing machines: 435, 475, 485, 480 710, 750, 780, 720, 735, 740, 770, 790 535, 540, 570, 590 820, 830, 880

Frequently Asked Questions

Which BERNINA machines is the Ruffler #86 compatible with?

The Ruffler #86 is compatible with BERNINA 5.5mm and 9mm machines, including the 4, 5, 7, and 8 series models such as the 435, 475 QE, 480, 485, 710, 720, 735, 740, 750 QE, 770 QE, 780, 790, 790 PLUS, 880, 880 PLUS, and 990.

What is the difference between the pleat frequency settings?

The Ruffler #86 allows you to set a pleat with every stitch for dense gathering, every 6th stitch for medium gathering, or every 12th stitch for subtle pleats. You can also set it to 0 to sew without any pleating while keeping the foot attached.

Can I adjust how deep the pleats are?

Yes, the pleat depth is infinitely adjustable using the precision adjusting screw on the ruffler. This allows you to create anything from subtle gathers to deep, dramatic pleats depending on your project needs.

Is this foot suitable for beginners?

Yes, the Ruffler #86 is suitable for sewists at all skill levels. While it may look complex, it's actually easier than hand-gathering fabric and produces more consistent results. Beginners may want to practice on scrap fabric first to understand the settings.

Can the Ruffler #86 gather multiple layers of fabric at once?

The Ruffler #86 is designed primarily for gathering individual fabric layers. For best results, gather each layer separately and then combine them in your project construction.