Is This Machine Right For You?
Expert insights for the bernette 48 FUNLOCK Sewing Machines
This machine is great if you:
- Want both serging and coverstitch options
- Sew garments often
- Work with stretch fabrics
- Need durable seams
- Prefer a versatile serger
This machine may NOT be ideal if you:
- Only sew occasional repairs
- Prefer a regular sewing machine
- Need embroidery capability
- Sew mostly crafts
- Do not sew clothing often
Why Many People Love This Machine
The Bernette 48 Funlock combines serger and coverstitch capabilities in one machine. Many garment sewists like the flexibility it provides when working with knit and stretch fabrics.
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"A great machine for garment sewing because it allows you to finish seams and hems with professional results."

bernette 48 FUNLOCK
An overlocker/coverstitch machine with a wide range of features and impressive stitch quality
The bernette 48 FUNLOCK is a combination of an overlocker and a coverstitch machine. It has a total of 23 stitches: 15 overlock stitches, 3 coverstitches, 4 combo stitches and 1 chain stitch. The lower looper and chain looper have a mechanical threader. The knife is operated from below, which not only ensures a cleanly cut edge, but also safe handling, and it can be adjusted comfortably with one hand.
- 2-, 3-, 4- and 5-thread stitches
- Overlock seam width: 3–7 mm
- Coverstitch width: 2,8 / 5,6 mm
- Combo stitches width: up till 10 mm
- Rolled hem width: 1,5 mm
- Spacious working area (87 mm)
- LED light for optimal visibility
- High stitch quality with speeds of up to 1300 stitches per minute
- Differential feed
- Color-coded theading paths for easier threading
- Manual threader
- Accessories in looper cover
- Large cut-offs bin included
Features
Wide coverstitches____________________________________________2.8 / 5.6 mm
Speed (stitches/minute) ______________________________________________1,300
Width overlock stitches __________________________________________3 - 7 mm
Combostitch-Function ___________________________________________________✓
Cover-Function __________________________________________________________✓
Contents
- Standard presser foot Overlock/Cover
- Screw driver (large size)
- Oiler
- Spool net (5x)
- Spare upper knife (stationary)
- Spool cap (5x)
- Brush
- Needle set (ELx705)
- Needle Threader / inserter
- Allen Screw driver (small)
- Tweezers
- Upper looper converter (ULC)
- Spool stabilizer (5x)
- Dust cover
- Cut-offs Bin
- Cover/Chainstitch Inserter
Stitch Overview bernette 48 FUNLOCK


Standard presser foot
The Standard presser foot is a trusty sidekick for everyday overlocking and coverstitch projects.
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