HUSQVARNA VIKING DESIGNER EPIC 3 Sewing & Embroidery Machine

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Place it. Create it at an epic scale. The DESIGNER EPIC 3 is a flagship sewing and embroidery studio built around visual confidence. Projection previews sewing and embroidery on the actual fabric, hoop scanning brings the hooped project onto the screen, and an enormous creative platform turns ambitious quilts, garments and dimensional embroidery into a guided workflow. Sewing and embroidery projection helps preview placement, guidelines, grids and stitch position directly on the project. Hoop scanning plus precise positioning makes it easier to see the real fabric and align large or multi-hooped designs. 912 built-in embroidery designs and 871 stitches provide exceptional creative range before adding anything from outside the machine. 10.1-inch capacitive colour screen displays editing tools, guidance and designs at high resolution with a 180-degree viewing angle. Integrated Dual Feed and 310mm sewing space make this a serious premium sewing and quilting machine—not embroidery-only equipment. Four hoops and 12 presser feet included create a substantial starting package for embroidery, garments, quilting and specialty work. Explore Projection + ScanningReview Full Specifications Projection • Hoop scanning • 10.1in screen 912built-in embroidery designs 871built-in sewing stitches 450 × 450mmwith optional Mega Turnable Hoop 310mmspace right of the needle Who this flagship is built forA machine for makers whose ideas have outgrown ordinary limits The DESIGNER EPIC 3 earns its place in a dedicated creative space. It is designed for people who want large-format embroidery, exact placement, premium sewing automation and the freedom to build projects on screen before committing the first stitch. ARTAmbitious embroiderers Combine, resize, shape, colour-edit and precisely position large designs with a screen and embroidery field made for complex work.QUILTQuilters Use 310mm of sewing space, Integrated Dual Feed, projection, 37 needle positions and included quarter-inch and free-motion feet.STYLEGarment makers Automatic threading, Sensor System, Sewing Advisor, buttonholes, IDF and projected placement support polished construction.PROStudios + microbusinesses Fast embroidery, four included hoops, WiFi transfer and repeatable placement suit high-value personalisation and custom work.TECHCreative technologists Design shaping, Stitch Creator, cloud transfer, camera scanning and app connectivity bring digital planning into the sewing room.GROWLong-term creative investment Optional free-arm, reversible special-technique, magnetic and embellishment accessories create room to expand over time. The machine in its elementFrom a single placement to a statement-sized finish Genuine HUSQVARNA VIKING imagery shows the scale, visibility and project range that make the DESIGNER EPIC 3 different. Large embroidery with the whole design in viewWork from the generous screen while the redesigned embroidery unit handles detailed motifs and broad fields with a stable, guided workflow. Build repeatable designs into a larger compositionExact positioning, hoop scanning and on-screen editing support accurately repeated motifs and carefully planned multi-hoop work. Preview before the needle movesProject grids, adjustable guidelines or the planned stitch onto the fabric for alignment you can see in the real sewing area. Room for serious quiltingThe 310mm needle-to-tower space, Integrated Dual Feed and bright work area support piecing, decorative stitching and bulky quilt handling. Optional free-arm embroideryAdd the matching Free-Arm Hoop to embroider sleeves, trouser legs, bags and other tubular projects without first opening a seam. Placement becomes visibleProjection and hoop scanning bridge the screen and the fabric Instead of imagining where a stitch or embroidery will land, the DESIGNER EPIC 3 lets you work with visual references in the real project area. Projection supports sewing alignment and embroidery placement, while the camera can scan the hooped fabric and display it behind the design on screen. Sewing projectionPreview stitches, adjustable grids and angled guidelines on the fabric before sewing.Embroidery projectionSee the general design position on the hooped project and support alignment between hoopings.Hoop scanningBring an image of the hooped fabric onto the screen for placement and colour decisions.Exact positioningFine-tune a chosen design point and match it to the intended point on the project. Less guessworkvisualise the plan before committing stitches to expensive or carefully prepared fabricBetter matchinguse scanning, projection and precise positioning together for multi-hoop layoutsMore confidencework with real placement references instead of relying only on measurements and templates Embroidery scale + expansionKnow what arrives with the machine—and what expands it later Four substantial hoops are included from day one. The headline 450 × 450mm field and several specialist techniques use optional hoops or attachments, so this page keeps those distinctions clear. Included with the machineA versatile four-hoop package DESIGNER Regal Hoop: 465 × 260mm DESIGNER Royal Hoop II: 360 × 200mm DESIGNER Jewel Hoop II: 240 × 150mm DESIGNER Splendid Square Hoop II: 120 × 120mm Hoop adapter for the included hoop system 912 designs, embroidery fonts, on-screen editing and up to 1,000 embroidery stitches per minute Optional expansionAdd specialised capability when you need it Mega Turnable Hoop: up to 450 × 450mm embroidery area Free-Arm Hoop: tubular embroidery without opening a seam Special Techniques Hoop: combine reversible techniques such as felting or bobbin work with conventional embroidery DESIGNER Embellishment Attachment: guide ribbon, beads or yarn automatically Optional magnetic hoops, spool rack, extension table, magnification and multi-function foot control Important: the machine is capable of these optional techniques, but the Mega Turnable Hoop, Free-Arm Hoop, Special Techniques Hoop and embellishment attachments are not part of the standard included package unless a separate promotion explicitly says otherwise. Create and edit on the machineA design studio built into the 10.1-inch screen Combine designsSelect, arrange, group and layer multiple embroideries into one composition directly on screen.Resize with stitch recalculationChange a design's dimensions while the machine recalculates stitches to preserve the result.Create ShapeArrange designs or stitches around 23 shapes and use two fonts as shape-building elements.Create AppliquéBuild appliqué using 68 shape options and 16 stitch options without leaving the machine.Colour editingChange thread colours, background colour and monochrome settings with an on-screen thread-colour database.Stitch CreatorCreate a 9mm stitch from scratch or edit built-in stitches by manipulating individual stitch points.Guided PictogramsSew large motifs in sections while projected guidance shows where and when to pivot the fabric.Smart embroidery managementSort or merge colour blocks, change stitch-out order, view remaining time and step to an exact stitch.JoyOS ADVISOR guidanceAccess project, technique, fabric, stabiliser, needle and accessory information on the machine. A premium sewing machine in its own rightRemove the embroidery unit and keep the flagship sewing experience With 871 stitches, 310mm of workspace, Integrated Dual Feed, 37 needle positions, automatic threading and the Sensor System, the DESIGNER EPIC 3 is equipped for garments, quilts, home décor and precision creative sewing—not just hoop embroidery. Integrated Dual FeedFeeds compatible projects from above and below for layered, slippery and matched fabrics.Electronic piercing powerUp to 150N pulsating needle force supports controlled penetration through demanding domestic projects.deLuxe Stitch SystemControls thread delivery for attractive results across sewing and embroidery techniques.Automatic Sensor SystemControls presser-foot lift, pivot height, pressure and extra lift with feed-teeth drop.AI foot recognitionChecks included presser-foot compatibility and whether the foot is attached correctly.Bright adjustable lightingMarket-leading LED illumination with adjustable intensity supports detailed work. Creative rangeOne platform for embroidery, quilting, garments and dimensional detail Large-format embroidery Combine motifs, build borders and plan multi-hoop compositions with scanning and exact positioning.Quilting Use 310mm of space, Integrated Dual Feed, the included quarter-inch foot and three free-motion modes.Garment construction Work with Sewing Advisor recommendations, 16 buttonholes, automatic pressure and included specialist feet.Appliqué Create shapes on screen or use projection, needle positioning and adjustable stitches for precise edges.Side-motion stitches Use the included Side-Motion Foot S for omnimotion designs beyond ordinary forward-and-back movement.Ribbon + embellishment Add the appropriate optional attachment to guide ribbon, beads or yarn automatically into embroidery.Free-arm embroidery Add the optional Free-Arm Hoop for sleeves, legs, bags and other difficult-to-hoop tubular projects.Personalisation Use embroidery fonts, sewing alphabets, imported designs and CREATIVATE connectivity for individual work. DESIGNER EPIC 3 specificationsThe detailed reference Brand HUSQVARNA VIKING Model DESIGNER EPIC 3, Starlight Bronze Machine type Flagship computerised sewing and embroidery machine Largest embroidery area available Up to 450 × 450mm with optional Mega Turnable Hoop Included hoops 465 × 260mm, 360 × 200mm, 240 × 150mm and 120 × 120mm, plus hoop adapter Built-in embroidery designs 912 Embroidery fonts 8 multi-size plus 2 single-size Maximum embroidery speed Up to 1,000 stitches per minute Embroidery placement Projection, hoop scanning and exact positioning Automatic jump-stitch trim Yes Built-in sewing stitches 871 Maximum stitch width 9mm Needle positions 37 Sewing fonts 6 programmable fonts; can also be embroidered Maximum sewing speed Up to 1,050 stitches per minute Sewing space 310mm / over 12in to the right of the needle Display 10.1in / 217 × 136mm capacitive colour touch screen, 1280 × 800 resolution and 180° viewing angle Fabric feed Integrated Dual Feed built in Thread delivery deLuxe Stitch System with electronic self-adjusting tension/portioning Needle threader Automatic Thread sensors Top and bobbin thread sensors Presser-foot system Exclusive Sensor System with automatic lift, pivot, pressure and extra lift AI assistance Recognition and compatibility guidance for included presser feet Lighting Adjustable-intensity LED work lighting Free-motion modes Ruler foot, floating and spring action Connectivity 2.4GHz WiFi, two USB ports, CREATIVATE cloud/app compatibility On-machine / connected storage 100MB My Stitches memory plus cloud and USB file options Machine dimensions Approximately 628 × 275 × 362mm, machine only Approximate net weight Machine approximately 15kg; embroidery unit approximately 8kg Rated power 100–240V, 50–60Hz; nominal consumption under 100W Plan the creative space This is a substantial flagship system, especially with a large hoop moving through its full embroidery range. Allow clear space behind and to the left of the embroidery unit. Use a stable table that supports the machine and embroidery unit. Store the unit in its included protective luggage-style bag. Keep hoops flat and protected from heat or distortion. Maintain access to power, WiFi and USB as required. Test thread, needle and stabiliser combinations before a long stitch-out. Use genuine compatible hoops and accessories. Confirm final NZ delivery, setup and warranty details with Direct Sewing. Talk with the Direct Sewing team → Four hoops includedStart with fields for monograms, garments and large designs DESIGNER Regal Hoop465 × 260mmThe broadest included field for large motifs, borders and statement embroidery.DESIGNER Royal Hoop II360 × 200mmA highly useful large rectangular format for garments, cushions and quilt blocks.DESIGNER Jewel Hoop II240 × 150mmA versatile mid-size hoop for everyday motifs, personalisation and project panels.DESIGNER Splendid Square Hoop II120 × 120mmA compact field for small motifs, monograms and designs that benefit from tighter hooping. 12 presser feet includedA premium sewing package from day one Utility Foot A for IDFStraight, zigzag and everyday construction with integrated feeding.Decorative Stitch Foot BSatin, decorative and suitable short-length utility stitches.Buttonhole Foot CManual and corded buttonhole techniques.Blindhem Foot DGuides fabric for blind hems.Zipper Foot E for IDFZips, piping and close edge work from either side.Non-Stick Glide Foot H for IDFFor suitable vinyl, foam, plastic and leather-like materials.Edging Foot J for IDFOvercasting and seam-overcasting with supported edges.Adjustable ¼in Foot for IDFQuilt piecing with adjustable needle placement.Sensor Q-FootRecommended for hoop embroidery and spring-action free motion.Embroidery/Darning Foot RFloating free motion, quilting, darning and suitable hoop embroidery.Side-Motion Foot SFor side-motion and omnimotion stitches.Sensor One-Step Buttonhole FootProgrammed buttonholes at the entered finished length. Tools, storage and setup piecesThe remaining included accessories Alongside the four hoops and 12 feet, the standard package includes the core setup, storage and maintenance pieces listed in the official manual. Nine bobbins Four thread nets Universal tool Multipurpose tool Seam ripper and brush Edge / quilting guide Two thread-cone holders Six spool caps: two each in small, medium and large Twenty hoop clips Two large spool holders Sensor straight-stitch plate Self-adhesive glide plates Needle pack Foot control and power cord Complimentary PC/Mac software download Embroidery-unit luggage-style bag with packing insert Package reminder: promotions can add extras, but only treat an optional hoop, attachment, table or accessory as included when the current Direct Sewing offer explicitly names it. Complete operating guideDESIGNER EPIC 3 manual Setup, threading, IDF, projection, camera scanning, sewing, embroidery editing, stitch-out, WiFi, maintenance and troubleshooting. Open Instruction Manual (PDF)Updates + softwareOfficial machine support Access the latest firmware, machine software and model-specific instructions from the official support centre. Open EPIC 3 SupportA flagship deserves a demonstrationTalk with Direct Sewing Discuss your projects, included package, delivery, setup, training, compatible accessories and current NZ warranty before purchase. Contact Direct Sewing Frequently asked questionsHUSQVARNA VIKING DESIGNER EPIC 3 FAQs What kind of machine is the DESIGNER EPIC 3?It is HUSQVARNA VIKING's flagship computerised sewing and embroidery machine. It combines large-format embroidery, projection, hoop scanning and advanced on-screen editing with 871 sewing stitches, Integrated Dual Feed and 310mm of sewing space. What is the largest embroidery area?The largest available embroidery area is up to 450 × 450mm when using the optional Mega Turnable Hoop. That hoop is not part of the standard included package. The largest included hoop is the DESIGNER Regal Hoop at 465 × 260mm. Which embroidery hoops are included?Four hoops are included: the 465 × 260mm DESIGNER Regal Hoop, 360 × 200mm DESIGNER Royal Hoop II, 240 × 150mm DESIGNER Jewel Hoop II and 120 × 120mm DESIGNER Splendid Square Hoop II, plus the hoop adapter. How does embroidery projection help?Projection displays the design position on the hooped fabric so you can assess general placement and support alignment between hoopings. Exact Positioning then provides finer point-to-point control. What is sewing projection?Sewing projection can display the selected stitch, adjustable grids and angled guidelines directly in the sewing area. This helps align seams, decorative stitching, quilting and repeated placement before sewing. What is hoop scanning?The built-in camera captures the hooped project and displays the fabric image on screen. You can then position embroidery against real motifs, seams or reference points and preview colour relationships more confidently. Does it recognise presser feet?Yes. Its AI feature can recognise the included presser feet, indicate whether the selected foot is compatible with the stitch and warn when it is attached incorrectly. How many designs and stitches are built in?It includes 912 embroidery designs and 871 sewing stitches. The machine also provides embroidery fonts, six programmable sewing fonts, Stitch Creator, design shaping and appliqué-creation tools. Can it embroider sleeves and bags?Yes, when fitted with the optional DESIGNER EPIC 3 Free-Arm Hoop. The 100 × 150mm accessory allows tubular projects such as sleeves, trouser legs, bags and small garments to pass around the free arm without opening a seam. Is the reversible Special Techniques Hoop included?No. The optional Special Techniques Hoop is required to combine reverse-side techniques such as felting or bobbin work with conventional embroidery without unhooping. Do not assume it is included unless a current promotion explicitly lists it. Can it embroider ribbon, beads or yarn automatically?The machine supports the appropriate optional DESIGNER Embellishment and ribbon-embroidery attachments. These accessories guide suitable ribbon, beads or yarn while the machine stitches, but they are not standard included items. Is it also suitable for quilting?Yes. It offers 310mm of space to the right of the needle, Integrated Dual Feed, 37 needle positions, three free-motion modes, projected guidelines and included quarter-inch, Sensor Q and darning feet. Does it have an automatic needle threader?Yes. Place the upper thread through the specified threading path and activate the automatic needle-threader button as described in the manual. Does it cut jump stitches?Yes. The selective automatic thread cutter includes automatic jump-stitch trimming for suitable embroidery designs and settings. Can it wind a bobbin while sewing or embroidering?Yes. A separate bobbin-winding motor allows bobbin winding while the machine continues sewing or embroidering when the setup and thread path are appropriate. Does CREATIVATE require a subscription?Core machine operation and the built-in designs do not require a paid subscription. Some connected library, software or premium ecosystem content may require an account or subscription. Offers and plan names can change, so check the current CREATIVATE terms. How large and heavy is the machine?The machine body is approximately 628 × 275 × 362mm and approximately 15kg. The embroidery unit is approximately 8kg. Allow additional clear table area for the unit, hoop and moving project. Should I arrange a demonstration before buying?Yes. A demonstration lets you experience the screen, projection, camera, hoop connection, embroidery workflow and sewing controls, and helps confirm the machine suits your space and projects. Contact Direct Sewing to discuss the current package, delivery, setup and NZ support. Bring the biggest ideas into focusMake placement visible—and creativity feel limitless. Choose the DESIGNER EPIC 3 when you want flagship embroidery scale, precise visual guidance and a premium sewing platform working together in one extraordinary creative system. Arrange a ConversationExplore HUSQVARNA VIKING Show more