
Bernina 475QE: Quilting Performance in a Compact Size
The Bernina 475QE packs professional quilting features into a portable frame. Built around the Bernina Hook for stitch precision and equipped with a jumbo bobbin for extended sewing sessions, this machine handles everything from piecing to free motion quilting.
Automatic Thread Cutter
Press a button to cut both top and bobbin threads automatically. The needle lifts after cutting, leaving your hands free to reposition fabric or start the next seam. No more reaching for scissors between steps.
Bernina Free Hand System
The knee lifter raises and lowers the presser foot and feed dog simultaneously. Keep both hands on your fabric while pivoting corners, repositioning quilt layers, or switching between piecing and free motion work.
Jumbo Bobbin with Front-Load Access
The jumbo bobbin holds more thread for longer sewing between changes. Front-load access makes bobbin replacement quick and easy, even with a quilt in the machine. The Bernina Hook system ensures consistent tension and stitch quality.
Precise Stitch Quality
The 5.5mm stitch width handles decorative stitches, satin stitching, and utility work. Speeds up to 900 stitches per minute move projects along quickly while the Bernina Hook maintains consistent stitch formation on every pass.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many stitches does the BERNINA 475QE have?
The BERNINA 475QE has 840 stitch patterns including alphabets. That covers 200 decorative stitches, 29 practical stitches, 10 buttonholes and eyelets, and 4 alphabets.
What does the Free Hand System do on the 475QE?
The knee lifter lets you raise the presser foot and lower the feed dog while both hands stay on the fabric. The knee lifter is included with the machine.
Can the BERNINA 475QE do free-motion quilting with the Stitch Regulator?
Yes, the machine is BSR enabled, so the BERNINA Stitch Regulator supports even stitches in free-motion quilting. The Free Hand System keeps your hands on the quilt layers.
How much space does the BERNINA 475QE give for quilting?
There are 7" to the right of the needle. A freearm slide-on table is included for support, and 8 LED sewing lights light the work area.
What convenience features does the BERNINA 475QE have?
It has an automatic thread cutter, a semi-automatic needle threader and Adaptive Thread Tension. It sews up to 900 stitches per minute.
Which presser feet come with the BERNINA 475QE?
The machine includes reverse pattern foot #1, overlock foot #2, buttonhole foot with slide #3A, zipper foot #4, blindstitch foot #5 and patchwork foot #37. Compare more models in the BERNINA sewing machines collection.