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Bernina 590E Sewing, Quilting & Embroidery Machine

Bernina 590E Sewing, Quilting & Embroidery Machine

SKU: BE590E

Sewing, quilting, and embroidery in BERNINA's 5 Series
The 590E pairs a high-power motor with touchscreen design positioning for demanding projects on heavy fabrics.

  • High-power motor sews through thick materials and multiple layers
  • Touchscreen controls for stitch selection and embroidery positioning
  • Large embroidery module with precise hoop placement
  • Extended workspace for quilts and larger sewing projects
  • Free on-demand training classes included
$8,499.00
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Bernina 590E: Sewing, Quilting, and Embroidery Performance

The Bernina 590E brings sewing, quilting, and embroidery together in the 5 Series platform. A high-power motor handles thick fabrics and multiple quilt layers without slowing down, while the touchscreen interface provides direct control over stitch settings and embroidery design placement. The extended workspace accommodates larger projects, and the embroidery module positions designs with precision.

Bernina 590E sewing and quilting machine

High-Power Sewing

The motor delivers consistent power through denim, canvas, upholstery fabric, and layered quilt sandwiches. Speed remains steady even when sewing through thick seam intersections, keeping stitch quality uniform across the entire project.

Bernina 590E needle area and presser foot close-up

Precision Needle Area

The needle plate, presser foot, and feed system work together for accurate stitch formation on all fabric weights. LED lighting illuminates the sewing area, and the drop feed allows free-motion quilting without accessory changes.

Bernina 590E detailed stitch quality close-up

Stitch Quality

Balanced tension and precise needle timing produce clean, consistent stitches for decorative work, topstitching, and construction seams. The stitch quality holds up across speed ranges, from slow detail work to faster production sewing.

Bernina 590E with embroidery module and hoop attached

Embroidery Module

Attach the embroidery unit to access design editing and positioning directly on the touchscreen. The hoop system keeps fabric taut during stitchout, and on-screen tools let you rotate, resize, and combine designs before sewing.

Free Training Classes

Learn how to get the most from your Bernina 590E with our free on-demand video classes.

Bernina 5 Series Training

Bernina Embroidery Basics

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Sewing Performance
  • Total Stitch Patterns: 1,774 (including alphabets)
  • Utility Stitches: 38
  • Decorative Stitches: 500
  • Quilting Stitches: 59
  • Cross-Stitch Programs: 40
  • Buttonholes/Eyelets: 18
  • Alphabets: 9
  • Darning Programs
  • Max Sewing Speed: 1,000 stitches per minute
  • Max Stitch Width: 9mm
  • Max Stitch Length: 6mm
  • Adjustable Needle Positions: 11
  • Sewing in Each Needle Position
Embroidery Features
  • Max Embroidery Area: 10" x 5.7" (Large Oval Hoop)
  • Midi Hoop: 265mm x 165mm (10.4" x 6.5")
  • Mega Hoop: 400mm x 150mm (15.7" x 5.9")
  • Built-in Designs: 275
  • Built-in Alphabets: 8
  • Max Embroidery Speed: 1,000 stitches per minute
  • Freearm Embroidery
  • USB Interface for Design Import/Export
  • Design Formats: EXP, DST, PES, PEC, JEF, SEW, PCS, XXX
  • BERNINA ArtLink Embroidery Software (downloadable)
Embroidery Editing
  • Pinpoint Placement (2-point positioning)
  • On-Screen Editing of Designs
  • Undo/Redo
  • Group/Ungroup
  • Color Wheel
  • Lettering Manipulation (WordArt)
  • Color Resequence
  • Basting, Invisible Secure, Smart Secure
  • Thread-Up Command
  • Programmable Jump Stitch Cutting
  • Thread Away Mode
  • Endless Embroidery
  • Position Recall
  • Sequence Control
  • Personal Memory for Embroidery Designs
Advanced Sewing Features
  • BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR) for straight stitch and zigzag
  • BERNINA Dual Feed
  • Adaptive Thread Tension
  • Pattern Start/End Function
  • Triple Stitch
  • Pattern End Programmable
  • Stitch Elongation
  • Automatic Buttonhole with Length Measuring System
  • Manual Multi-Step Buttonhole
  • Button Sew-On Program
  • Create and Save Stitch Combinations
  • Change Stitch Settings While Sewing
Smart Features
  • 4.3" Color Touchscreen
  • Creative Consultant (Sewing and Embroidery)
  • On-Screen Sewing and Embroidery Tutorials
  • Setup Program
  • Drag & Drop
  • USB Interface for PC Connection
  • Importing Stitch Patterns
Threading & Bobbin
  • BERNINA Hook System
  • Jumbo Bobbin
  • Front-Load Bobbin
  • Bobbin Winding While Sewing/Embroidering
  • Semi-Automatic Needle Threader
  • Automatic Thread Cutter (cuts thread, lifts needle, raises presser foot)
  • Upper Thread Indicator
  • Lower Thread Indicator
Workspace & Display
  • Freearm Length to Right of Needle: 8.5"
  • 16 LED Sewing Lights
  • Multi-Function Knobs
  • Automatic Presser Foot Lift
  • Pivot/Hover Function
  • Start/Stop Button (stitching without foot control)
  • Slide Speed Control
  • Needle Stop Up/Down
  • BERNINA Foot Control with Back-Kick Function
Presser Feet
  • 7 Presser Feet Included: BERNINA Stitch Regulator (BSR), Reverse Pattern Foot #1C, Reverse Pattern Foot #1D, Overlock Foot #2A, Buttonhole Foot with Slide #3A, Zipper Foot #4D, Blindstitch Foot #5, Open Embroidery Foot #20C, Embroidery Foot #26
Embroidery Hoops
  • Large Oval Hoop with Template: 10" x 5.7"
  • Midi Hoop Compatible: 265mm x 165mm (10.4" x 6.5")
  • Mega Hoop Compatible: 400mm x 150mm (15.7" x 5.9")
Included Accessories
  • Free-Arm Slide-on Table
  • Knee Lift
  • Touchscreen Pen
  • Dust Cover
  • Magnetic Accessory Box
  • Straight/CutWork Stitch Plate
  • 3 Spool Discs
  • 4 Bobbins in Accessory Box (1 in bobbin case)
  • 2 Foam Pads
  • Seam Ripper
  • Height Compensation Tool
  • Needles
  • Screwdriver
  • Brush
  • Lubricator
  • Power Cable
  • Foot Control
Warranty
  • 5-Year BERNINA Comprehensive Limited Warranty
  • 1-Year Quality Sewing Warranty