150QPE- BERNINA 150 QE Precise, Powerful, Perfect...... and ready for the Quilting Bee! Berninas have long been the machine of choice for quilters. Two thirds of the machine quilts winning entries in the 1998 World Quilt Competition were sewn on Berninas. The impeccable stitch quality and the Free Hand System are just a few of the features that have established Bernina as the quilter's machine. The virtuosa 150 Quilter's Edition celebrates this tradition, offering the features quilters want most in an affordable package. A variety of the most popular quilting stitches pre-installed, including a hand-look quilting stitch, invisible appliqué and a variety of blanket and feather stitches virtuosa offers the longest free arm of any home sewing machine, to make handling of a quilt easier Bernina's hopper mechanism works wonders for free motion quilting The Free Hand System (FHS) is like having a third hand. Knee operated, it raises the presser foot and lowers the feed dog, leaving both hands free to handle the quilt. This is one of the features which has made Bernina a favorite of quilters Bernina's patented CB Hook system, combined with consistent thread tension assures perfectly balanced stitches on all fabrics The powerful DC motor, combined with sophisticated electronic speed control provides smooth running and full penetrating power at any speed The precision patchwork foot (for piecing) and dual sole walking foot are included to get your quilting on to a good start The "Quilting with Bernina" booklet is included, providing inspiration and instructions for you first quilting projects