Brother Project Runway Limited Edition Innov-is 85e
Computerized sewing and quilting machine
Brother lists the SA156 bobbin and SA120, SA129 and SA140 presser feet for the Project Runway Limited Edition Innov-is 85e.
Verified compatibility
4 verified relationships.
| Part or system | Relationship | Status | Evidence note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Brother SA156 Bobbin | Officially compatible | CONFIRMED | Brother lists Project Runway Limited Edition Innov-is 85e for use with the SA156 clear plastic Class 15 bobbin. |
| Brother SA120 Gathering Foot | Officially compatible | CONFIRMED | Brother includes Project Runway Limited Edition Innov-is 85e in the SA120 compatibility list. |
| Brother SA129 Free Motion Foot | Officially compatible | CONFIRMED | Brother includes Project Runway Limited Edition Innov-is 85e in the SA129 compatibility list. |
| Brother SA140 Walking Foot | Officially compatible | CONFIRMED | Brother includes Project Runway Limited Edition Innov-is 85e in the SA140 compatibility list. |
Machine specifications
- Built-in sewing stitches
- 80
- Buttonhole styles
- 10 one-step auto-size
- Sewing lettering fonts
- 1
- Stitch selection
- 10-digit pad with backlit LCD
- Stitch combining
- Yes
- Mirror imaging
- Yes
- Pattern memory
- Yes
- Bobbin loading
- Quick-Set
About this machine
The Brother Project Runway Innov-is 85e is a computerized sewing and quilting machine with 80 built-in stitches, ten one-step auto-size buttonhole styles and one sewing lettering font. Brother also documents stitch combining, mirror imaging, pattern memory and a backlit LCD with ten-key selection.
85e is a clear step above 40e in the same official brochure
Brother lists 80 stitches, ten buttonholes and one lettering font for Innov-is 85e. The 40e is listed with 50 stitches and five buttonholes.
Pattern handling is part of the upgrade
The 85e can combine stitches, repeat patterns, mirror stitches and store a favorite stitch in memory.
The controls are also different
Brother specifies a ten-digit selection pad and large backlit LCD for 85e. That is a useful identification feature when matching a secondhand machine to the correct model and manual.
What this machine is used for
- Garment sewing
- Quilting
- Decorative sewing
- Lettering
Sources and scope
Compatibility is limited to the current Brother USA accessory lists. Regional models and revisions may differ.
- SA156 Clear Plastic Bobbins 10-Pack Brother USA · Official accessory compatibility page · Tier 2
- Brother USA technical document Brother USA · Technical document · Tier 2
- SA120 Gathering Foot Brother USA · Official accessory compatibility page · Tier 1
- SA129 Free Motion Foot Brother USA · Official accessory compatibility page · Tier 1
- SA140 Walking Foot for 7mm Stitch Width Sewing Machines Brother USA · Official accessory compatibility page · Tier 1
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