New Machines from BERNINA — Pre-Order From Us Now!

You’re Invited to our BERNINA Watch Party Sharing the Latest News! Join Artistic Artifacts for our BERNINA Roadshow 2026 in-person watch party on Saturday, July 18 — together we’ll watch the livestream presentation exploring the newest innovations from BERNINA that were announced at BERNINA University 2026  in New Orleans. It’s an ideal opportunity to get ideas for your next project while connecting with your local sewing community! Join us to have your questions answered while enjoying light refreshments, in-person demos, special shopping discount & event-only deals! If you can’t attend our in-person watch party, register with BERNINA to watch their Roadshow Livestream via Zoom at home on July 18.

BERNINA University 2026 has just concluded, introducing exciting new machines that are available to pre-order now! Email us for our price & pre-order info on these new models!

• Two legendary brands come together in a collaboration that celebrates creativity, craftsmanship and unmistakable style! The new BERNINA 580 Liberty Edition and BERNINA 495 Liberty Edition combine Swiss engineering excellence with Liberty’s iconic design heritage. The BERNINA X LIBERTY machine faceplates are adorned with two botanical prints from the Lasenby Quilting collection, Romantic Florals. These beauties will only be produced in limited numbers — contact us to pre-order!
  • Watch Judy Gula show off the B 580 Liberty edition while at BERNINA University!
• The BERNINA 790 ULTRA — Ultra precise. Ultra creative. Ultra innovative. As the top model of the BERNINA 7 Series, the new BERNINA 790 ULTRA takes sewing, quilting, and embroidery to an entirely new level. Quilters, garment sewists, and embroidery enthusiasts alike will be inspired by innovative features such as the BERNINA Integrated Stitch Regulator (BISR), Stitch Plate Recognition, Jumbo Stitch, 3‑Point Placement and new Computerized Quilting Features. Contact us to pre-order and go ULTRA!
  • Watch Judy Gula marvel at the B 790 ULTRA while at BERNINA University!
• The new BERNINA L6 Series – Together the  L 660 overlocker and the L 620 coverstitch machine offer compact design and exceptional sewing comfort! Both combine functional ingenuity, intuitive operation, and minimalist design to create a sewing experience that supports and encourages your creativity! Contact us to pre-order!

Join Us In-Store...

• We have a number of Christmas in July Make & Takes and Demos — including demonstrations on our BERNINA machines — so join us in person for fun learning opportunities & inspiration!
• Our BERNINA Roadshow 2026 in-person watch party on Saturday, July 18 (more above)
• also on Saturday, June 18, our Embroidery On Everything review of Lesson 7: Socks. This session is ideal for local EOE club members, but all embroidery enthusiasts (or those who are embroidery-curious) are welcome to attend. Use the BERNINA Sock Hoops to make embroidered socks for every occasion Remember, you can join the virtual BERNINA Embroidery on Everything club at any time, with complete access to all past projects to watch and rewatch at your own convenience.
• In-store deal only: save 25% off the list price of the BERNINA Red Chair seen here! Designed to help stop sewing fatigue, this exclusive chair is thickly padded with a contoured high density foam seat and back with lumbar support. It's simple to adjust, and the Hydraulic Lift meets a variety of height and angle needs. Come by our store to take yours home!
• Summer is Shop Hop Season! We’ve taken 25% off our exclusive All Blue Ridge Shop Hop quilt kits and fabrics, so take advantage! We’re looking forward to seeing our friends from the All Mid-Atlantic Shop Hop, which runs July 1-August 31 — bring in your AMASH passport and we’ll treat you to a free gift (even if we can’t offer you a stamp!) Remember, our shop is just minutes from the Maryland state line and conveniently located off the Capital Beltway along I-95 — make us a stop on your summer travels!

Floor Model & Used Machine Sale!

Now is an excellent time to explore Artistic Artifacts and acquire your ideal BERNINA machine. Upgrade your current model by trading in your existing machine or dusting off that old one in storage and receive a 25% discount. Our floor models are currently on sale, and our brand new machines are priced competitively. Additionally, we offer a range of previously owned machines that have been thoroughly serviced and are ready for their new owners at attractive prices. Our inventory includes 5, 7, and 9 series BERNINA machines, L460 & L890 Overlocker, and Q Series long arm machines, available on a first-come basis: stop by our shop!

We have BERNINA models in stock and ready to sew... and remember, Artistic Artifacts begins its pricing structure lower than MSRP — our regular price can be lower than special sales promotion pricing. We will always offer you competitive pricing! Plus, our customer service doesn't stop when you take your BERNINA home — you're buying into our community of involved, enthusiastic BERNINA fans, and we are always available for assistance. Email us if you have any questions or to speak with one of our BERNINA specialists. And ask us about our everyday trade-in policy, with generous allowance toward your purchase of new BERNINA!

July BERNINA Accessory Deals!

As mentioned, Artistic Artifacts is celebrating Christmas in July — and Judy is giving you the gift! You’ll save 25% percent off a select group of BERNINA presser feet and accessories, including bundles! These savings are exclusive to Artistic Artifacts! Please note, your 25% discount will show in your shopping cart — not on individual product listings. Sale prices in effect from July 1-31, 2026. (This sale is while supplies last; no rainchecks.) Shop this special sale collection now »

This month’s ‘official’ BERNINA Accessory of the Month is the Ruffler #86, now available at a 25% discount off MSRP! The Ruffler Foot #86 is a specialist in the simple gathering and pleating of fabrics, making this technique a breeze. With adjustable settings, you can customize both the density/frequency and the depth of the pleats to perfectly suit your project. It’s an unusual-looking device — easier to use than it looks — quick to learn and fun to use. Ruffler Foot #86 is great for creating long lengths of gathered and pleated fabric for garment and home decorating projects.

BERNINA offers you a wide selection of accessories — a full range of presser feet and specialty accessories for sewing, quilting, embroidering and serging — that give free rein to your creativity. BERNINA has a suitable presser foot for every application, manufactured for precision and stability and easy to change.

Offer valid July 1-31, 2026 at any participating authorized BERNINA Dealership in the United States of America. Offer good for 25% off MSRP on the BERNINA Ruffler Foot #86. Discount is off MSRP. Offer not valid on previous purchases or with any other offers or coupons. Some exclusions may apply. Subject to availability. Available while supplies last. Taxes not included in total purchase calculation. Customer is responsible for all applicable sales tax. Offer is not transferable, not redeemable for cash, and has no cash value. Offer and its terms are subject to change. Offer void where prohibited by law.

Why BERNINA? Why Artistic Artifacts?

BERNINA focuses on long-term performance and continuous innovation, with special emphasis on quality, performance, technology, design and service. BERNINA machines sold through their dealership network — like us! — ensure you receive the best after-purchase support and education available! 

Why choose us as your BERNINA dealer? Our Alexandria, VA location offers you the following:

• We offer our customers BERNINA pricing lower than MSRP as our standard (which may be lower than a special sale price) — visit us for added discounts! And ask us about our everyday trade-in policy
• Knowledgeable and friendly staff
• Easy access, free parking, handicap accessible
• Every BERNINA model is checked-in and tested by our in-house BERNINA-certified Service Technicians before delivery to you
• Free, In-Person BERNINA Mastery class, ensuring you get the most out of your new model

Email us about your dream BERNINA machine and plan to visit our shop to test them out yourself!