If you have been taught textiles at school or college chances are you have seen or used a Bernina sewing machine. Over the last 40 years or so Bernina have been the favourite choice of most teachers because they sew so well and last so long. The majority of mechanical models of Bernina’s used in education are- 801, 801 Sport, 1005, 1015 and the 1008. All these mechanical Bernina’s are very hard wearing and durable and they are perfect for free hand embroidery.