*Origins* BERNINA 335 Gen 2 Sewing Machine

The Real Thing. In a Compact Package.

BERNINA has been making sewing machines in Switzerland since 1893, and every machine they build carries that legacy. The BERNINA 335 Gen 2 is the most accessible way to experience it — a genuine, full-featured BERNINA sewing machine with the iconic CB Hook stitch system, Swiss-precision engineering, and a 20-year mechanical warranty, sized for a smaller space and priced for a wider range of sewists.

If you've been working on a bernette or entry-level machine and are ready to step into a machine that will still feel current and capable ten or fifteen years from now, the 335 is where that journey starts.

Gen 2 — A Meaningful Update

The second generation of the 335 isn't just a cosmetic refresh. The biggest addition is a genuine color touchscreen — the same intuitive interface used on BERNINA's 4, 5, and 7 series machines. If you ever plan to move up in the BERNINA lineup, you'll already know the interface. If you own another BERNINA in the house, switching between machines is seamless. For newer sewists, it's one of the clearest, most approachable touchscreens available on a home sewing machine.

Gen 2 also adds adjustable presser foot pressure — a feature previously reserved for higher-end models — giving you genuine control over how the machine handles everything from featherweight silks to stacked denim.

625 Stitches — More Than You Might Expect at This Level

The 335 comes loaded with 625 built-in stitches covering utility, decorative, quilting, and alphabet options. Select any stitch directly on the touchscreen, adjust width and length, combine or modify decorative patterns, set up pattern repeat for continuous designs, and save your customized combinations for future projects. The built-in Sewing Consultant takes it further — select your fabric type and application, and the machine recommends the right stitch and all the ideal settings automatically.

For a machine this size, it's a remarkably deep creative toolkit.

CB Hook System — BERNINA's Stitch Quality Standard

The CB Hook is the core of what makes a BERNINA a BERNINA. This classic rotary hook system, refined over decades of Swiss engineering, is what gives BERNINA machines their reputation for stitch consistency and precision that holds up across fabric types, thread weights, and sewing speeds. At 900 stitches per minute with the CB Hook driving every stitch, the 335 produces results that feel noticeably different from machines in the same price category.

Automatic Buttonhole — Measured on Screen

The 335's automatic buttonhole function with Foot #3A measures the button directly on the touchscreen and creates perfectly consistent buttonholes to that exact length, every time. No estimating, no inconsistency across a row of buttons — just clean, repeatable results that look professional because they are.

Free Hand System (FHS) — Hands-Free Presser Foot Control

With the optional knee lever, the BERNINA Free Hand System lets you raise and lower the presser foot — and simultaneously lower the feed dog — without taking your hands off the fabric. For quilting, pivoting around corners, or any technique that requires constant presser foot adjustments, FHS transforms the experience. It's a feature you'll use constantly once you have it.

Compact Frame, Genuine Workspace

At 160mm (6.3") to the right of the needle, the 335's freearm offers real working room for everyday projects. The included slide-on extension table expands the surface for larger work, and the freearm configuration makes it easy to maneuver closed items — sleeves, cuffs, pant legs, bags — without having to cut seams or work around the machine body.

For Every Stage of Your Sewing Life

The 335 is the machine we recommend when someone asks us: what's the first machine worth buying if I'm serious about learning to sew well? It's patient enough for a beginner, capable enough for an intermediate sewist, and built to BERNINA standards that mean it won't feel limiting as your skills grow. It's also the machine we see experienced sewists bringing as a travel or secondary machine — because the interface matches their main BERNINA and the quality doesn't drop.

Come see it in person at 6591 Sawmill Rd, Dublin, Ohio, or call us at (614) 799-2688.

KEY FEATURES

• 625 built-in stitches — utility, decorative, quilting, and alphabet
• Color touchscreen — same interface as BERNINA 4, 5, and 7 series
• BERNINA Sewing Consultant — recommends stitch and settings for fabric and application
• CB Hook system — BERNINA's precision rotary hook for world-class stitch quality
• Adjustable presser foot pressure (new in Gen 2)
• Adjustable thread tension
• Semi-automatic needle threader
• BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS) — hands-free presser foot and feed dog control via optional knee lever
• Automatic buttonhole with Foot #3A — button measured directly on screen
• Save, combine, and customize stitch combinations
• Pattern End button for clean finish on decorative stitches
• Pattern repeat for continuous designs
• Needle Up/Down position
• Start/Stop button — sew without foot pedal
• Variable speed control slider — up to 900 stitches per minute
• Freearm: 160mm (6.3") workspace to the right of the needle
• Slide-on extension table included
• Bright LED lighting
• DC motor
• Compact, travel-friendly design
• BERNINA warranty: 20 years mechanical / 5 years electrical / 1 year labor

SPECIFICATIONS

• Brand: BERNINA
• Model: 335 (Generation 2)
• Machine Type: Computerized Sewing Machine
• Skill Level: Beginner to Advanced
• Built-In Stitches: 625
• Hook System: CB Hook (rotary)
• Display: Color touchscreen
• Sewing Consultant: Yes — built in
• Presser Foot Pressure: Adjustable
• Speed: Up to 900 stitches per minute
• Free Hand System (FHS): Yes — optional knee lever
• Needle Threader: Semi-automatic
• Thread Cutter: Automatic
• Workspace (Freearm): 160mm / 6.3" to right of needle
• Extension Table: Slide-on, included
• Lighting: LED
• Warranty: 20 years mechanical / 5 years electrical / 1 year labor
• Available at: Quilt Beginnings, 6591 Sawmill Rd, Dublin OH 43017 · (614) 799-2688

FAQ

What's new in the Gen 2 BERNINA 335 compared to the original? The Gen 2 introduces a full color touchscreen — the same interface used on BERNINA's 4, 5, and 7 series machines — replacing the older display. It also adds adjustable presser foot pressure, a feature previously found only on higher-end BERNINA models. Gen 2 also brings updated styling, brighter LED lighting, and a refined interface, while maintaining the same CB Hook system and 900 SPM performance.

How does the BERNINA 335 differ from the bernette machines? bernette machines are BERNINA's accessible entry line — well-made, reliable, and a genuine step up from generic brands. BERNINA machines are Swiss-engineered at the flagship level, with the CB Hook stitch system, a much deeper accessory and presser foot ecosystem, and a 20-year mechanical warranty. The 335 is the entry point into the full BERNINA experience.

Is the BERNINA 335 good for beginners? Yes — it's one of our top recommendations for a first serious machine. The color touchscreen is intuitive, the Sewing Consultant guides you through fabric and stitch selection automatically, and the semi-automatic threader makes setup fast and frustration-free. It's approachable from day one and genuinely capable as your skills grow.

What is the BERNINA Free Hand System (FHS)? FHS is BERNINA's system that lets you raise and lower the presser foot — and simultaneously lower the feed dog — using a knee lever, keeping both hands free to guide your fabric. It's especially useful for quilting, pivoting at corners, and any technique requiring frequent presser foot adjustments. The knee lever is included with the 335 Gen 2.

What is the CB Hook system? The CB Hook is BERNINA's classic central bobbin rotary hook — the mechanical foundation behind BERNINA's legendary stitch quality. Refined over decades, it delivers consistent, precise stitching at high speeds across a wide range of fabrics and thread types, and is a key reason BERNINA machines hold their reputation and their value over time.

Can I use BERNINA presser feet and accessories from other models on the 335? Yes — the 335 is compatible with BERNINA's extensive presser foot and accessory ecosystem, giving you access to one of the deepest accessory libraries in the industry as your sewing expands. Ask our team at Quilt Beginnings about compatible accessories.

Can I see the BERNINA 335 Gen 2 in person? Yes — stop in at 6591 Sawmill Rd, Dublin, Ohio or call (614) 799-2688. We carry the full BERNINA lineup and can show you exactly where the 335 fits and how it compares to other models.