{"product_id":"bernina-l-890-overlocker-and-coverstitch","title":"Bernina L-890 Overlocker and Coverstitch","description":"\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBERNINA L 890 Overlocker and Coverstitch Machine\u003c\/strong\u003e combines overlocking, coverstitching and chainstitching in one premium machine, giving you exceptional flexibility for dressmaking, jersey, activewear, lingerie and creative sewing. With air threading, a large colour touchscreen and 27 stitch variations, it is designed to make professional garment finishing easier, faster and more intuitive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe L 890 gives you three machines in one, with \u003cstrong\u003eoverlock stitches, coverstitches and chainstitches, plus 4-thread and 5-thread combination stitches\u003c\/strong\u003e. This means you can finish raw edges, create stretch seams, sew professional-looking hems and produce strong combination seams without needing separate overlocker and coverstitch machines.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eOne-Step BERNINA Air Threader\u003c\/strong\u003e makes threading the loopers quick and straightforward. Simply position the looper threads and use the foot control to send them through the machine with air. Colour-coded one-path threading also makes it easier to switch between overlock, coverstitch and combination stitches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA large \u003cstrong\u003e4.3-inch colour touchscreen\u003c\/strong\u003e guides you through stitch selection and machine setup. Choose \u003cstrong\u003eGuided Mode\u003c\/strong\u003e for step-by-step assistance or Expert Mode for direct access to your settings. Built-in tutorials and animations, the Creative Sewing Consultant and Stitch Optimiser provide extra help whenever you need it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe L 890 offers \u003cstrong\u003e27 stitch variations\u003c\/strong\u003e, including 2-, 3- and 4-thread overlock stitches, rolled hems, flatlock, 4-thread and 3-thread coverstitches, 2-thread chainstitch and combination stitches. Overlock stitch widths range from \u003cstrong\u003e3–9mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, coverstitches can be sewn at \u003cstrong\u003e3mm or 6mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, and combination stitches range from \u003cstrong\u003e7–11mm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBERNINA’s \u003cstrong\u003eMicro Thread Control (mtc)\u003c\/strong\u003e makes it easy to fine-tune the amount of looper thread wrapping around the fabric edge. Stitch length, thread tension, differential feed and cutting width can also be adjusted while you sew, giving you excellent control over the finish on everything from fine woven fabrics to highly stretchy jersey.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYour favourite settings can be saved in the machine’s \u003cstrong\u003ePersonal Memory\u003c\/strong\u003e, with space for up to 100 individual stitches. This is particularly useful when you regularly return to the same fabrics, threads or techniques and want to recreate your preferred settings quickly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA powerful \u003cstrong\u003eDC motor\u003c\/strong\u003e provides smooth, precise sewing at speeds from 250 up to \u003cstrong\u003e1,350 stitches per minute\u003c\/strong\u003e. You can also sew stitch by stitch when maximum control is needed, while programmable needle stop up\/down and the BERNINA foot control make detailed sewing easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe \u003cstrong\u003eBERNINA Free Hand System (FHS)\u003c\/strong\u003e lets you raise and lower the presser foot using the knee lifter while keeping both hands on your project. The swing-out presser foot gives you easier access around the needles, while the two-step presser foot lift with front-foot-lift provides extra clearance when positioning fabric.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith \u003cstrong\u003e143mm of space to the right of the needle\u003c\/strong\u003e and 86mm of workspace height, the L 890 offers plenty of room for larger garments and projects. The included slide-on extension table gives you even more support, while the free arm makes sewing sleeves, cuffs and other tubular pieces much easier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor sewists who want maximum versatility from one machine, the BERNINA L 890 offers the convenience of overlocking and coverstitching together with intelligent on-screen guidance, easy air threading and the precise stitch quality you would expect from BERNINA.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombined overlocker, coverstitch and chainstitch machine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e27 stitch variations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2, 3 and 4 thread overlock stitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-thread coverstitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3-thread wide and narrow coverstitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2-thread chainstitch\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4-thread and 5-thread combination stitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne-Step BERNINA Air Threader for looper threads\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColour-coded one-path threading\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e4.3-inch colour touchscreen\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGuided Mode and Expert Mode\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuilt-in tutorials and animations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCreative Sewing Consultant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitch Optimiser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePersonal Memory for up to 100 individual stitches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBERNINA Micro Thread Control (mtc)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverlock stitch width: 3–9mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCoverstitch width: 3mm and 6mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombination stitch width: 7–11mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitch length: 0.8–4.5mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDifferential feed: 0.7–2.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum sewing speed: 1,350 stitches per minute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMinimum sewing speed: 250 stitches per minute\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStitch-by-stitch sewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePowerful DC motor\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProgrammable needle stop up\/down\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNeedle up\/down using BERNINA foot control\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBERNINA Free Hand System (FHS) with knee lifter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSwing-out presser foot with automatic swing back\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e143mm space to the right of the needle\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e86mm workspace height\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable stitch length while sewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable differential feed while sewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable thread tension while sewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjustable cutting width while sewing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6-step adjustable presser foot pressure\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated rolled hem lever\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIntegrated upper looper converter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEasy-to-engage and disengage upper knife\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFree arm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED sewing light\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThread cutter\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSlide-on extension table included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverlock\/Combostitch Foot #C11 included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCover\/Chainstitch Foot #C13 included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCut-offs bin included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAccessory boxes included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDust cover included\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Bernina","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":63243500519811,"sku":"L-890","price":4495.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0967\/0764\/1731\/files\/bernina-l-890-3.jpg?v=1793968351","url":"https:\/\/www.sewessential.co.uk\/products\/bernina-l-890-overlocker-and-coverstitch","provider":"Sew Essential","version":"1.0","type":"link"}