PFAFF Performance Icon
PFAFF Performance Icon
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Product Information
PFAFF Performance Icon sewing machine represents everything you’ve come to value from PFAFF®—a comprehensive and innovative sewing experience that truly delivers to your highest expectation.
For over 155 years, PFAFF has developed elegant sewing machines distinguished by sophisticated technology, superior results and ultimate design freedom.
Largest Working Area
We’ve engineered the market’s largest workspace: an overall increase in width and height under the arm than previous models, with the most height ever under the sewing head, giving your hands plenty of room and a better view of large projects, like quilts.
Unprecedented Lighting Design
Our innovative lighting technology gives you the most even work light on the market for the brightest sewing experience. LED lighting is perfectly positioned at the most beneficial points to eliminate shadows.
ActivStitch™ Technology
Apply metallic and novelty threads to your project with expert precision using our revolutionary ActivStitch™ technology. Thread is fed perfectly through the machine for gorgeous results, all thanks to built-in sensors that actively measure and regulate your thread.
Comprehensive Connectivity with WiFi and mySewnet™
Load stitches to your machine from the mySewnet™ app— enabled with cloud storage and automatic updates via WiFi. When connected to the free PFAFF® CreatorCue™ app, step-by-step sewing instructions and tutorials from the Help Center can be viewed on demand.
Automatic Needle Threader
Our fully automatic needle threader is available for the utmost efficiency and convenience. The thread paths with telescopic thread guides allow you to use all of your favorite threads, even if they are on larger spools.
Enhanced Original IDT™
Integrated Dual Feed technology precisely feeds all types of fabric from the top and bottom for perfect stitching every time. Includes its own power source, and a built-in sensor lets you know when to activate or deactivate it.
Huge Multi-Touch Screen with a Smart Digital Interface
The 10.1in (257mm) full-color screen works like a smartphone or tablet, and is the largest, most intuitive display available from PFAFF®, specially designed to support a dedicated sewist like you.
Includes the Help Center, a User’s Guide and Getting Started option to support and inspire sewists. Our Help Center features more than 50 animated or illustrated interactive on- screen, step-by-step guides for reference and efficiency in support of countless projects. Our screen interface features tablet-like ability to swipe, pinch, and zoom.
Power, Stability, and Precision
The base design reduces vibrations, giving you the stability you require for precise results. Our needle piercing power is also nearly twice as strong as previous models, sewing through heavy fabrics with ease.
Unlimited Creative Freedom
The Stitch Creator™ feature gives you the freedom to create new 9mm stitches or edit built-in stitches for unlimited creativity.
| Available for purchase online | Available Online and In-Store |
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| Color | Purple |
| Features |
Key Features Largest Working Area We've engineered the market's largest workspace: an overall increase in width and height under the arm than previous models, with the most height ever under the sewing head. This gives your hands plenty of room and a better view of large projects, like quilts. The Pfaff Performance Icon features 12.2" (310mm) to the right of the needle and a workspace height of 5.5" (140mm).Unprecedented Lighting Design Our innovative lighting technology gives you the most even work light on the market for the brightest sewing experience. LED lighting is perfectly positioned at the most beneficial points to eliminate shadows.ActivStitch Technology Apply metallic and novelty threads to your project with expert precision using our revolutionary ActivStitch technology. Thread is fed perfectly through the machine for gorgeous results, all thanks to built-in sensors that actively measure and regulate your thread. Comprehensive Connectivity with WiFi and mySewnet Automatic Needle Threader Enhanced Original IDT Huge Multi-Touch Screen with a Smart Digital Interface Power, Stability, and Precision Unlimited Creative Freedom More Accessories, More Storage EXCLUSIVE PFAFF FEATURES
MARKET LEADING FEATURES
Improved Features
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| Built-In Stitches | 522 built-in stitches, 6 sewing fonts, plus 2 extra fonts for monogramming |
| Included Feet | OA -Standard Presser Foot for IDT System
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Additional Information
| Product type | Sewing Machine |
| Brand | Pfaff |
| Manufacturer | Pfaff |
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Talk to a Real Quilter
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Flexible Financing
Spread your purchase into monthly payments with Affirm — see the payment estimate right on this page.
Trusted by Sewists from Coast to Coast
Their response time and shipping was so quick! I received my order three days early and I live on the other side of the country.Laura W. · Google review
My orders always arrive in 2 days, with nice notes that inspire me every time. They always have exactly what I need.Eleanor P. · Google review
No other online quilt shop or local shop compares with the enthusiasm, willingness to help and great resources offered at Quilted Joy.Deborah B. · Oklahoma
Even though I’m in Texas they made it very easy. They responded quickly by email and got me enrolled. I loved the class and learned so much. 10/10Leslie W. · Texas
This company is FANTASTIC. Not only does the online shop have fast shipping and exactly what I needed, but there’s so much helpful quilting information.Kathy V. · Google review
The “quilt fairies” truly are amazing. They have made me feel so welcome and have been incredibly patient with me every step of the way.Ella S. · Google review
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PFAFF Performance Icon — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the PFAFF Performance Icon?
The Performance Icon is PFAFF's flagship dedicated sewing machine, with the market's largest working area, shadow-eliminating LED lighting, ActivStitch thread-regulating technology, WiFi with mySewnet cloud connectivity, and the CreatorCue step-by-step app.
How big is the workspace on the Performance Icon?
It's engineered as the market's largest workspace, with more width and height under the arm than previous models — plenty of room and a better view for large projects like quilts.
What is ActivStitch technology?
Built-in sensors actively measure and regulate thread as you sew, feeding it with expert precision — which makes metallic and novelty threads dramatically better behaved.
Does the Performance Icon do embroidery?
No — it's a dedicated sewing machine. If you want PFAFF luxury with embroidery, look at the Creative Icon series; the Quilt Fairies can help you compare at (502) 718-7148.
Can I finance the Performance Icon?
Yes. Quilted Joy offers financing through Affirm — you'll see a monthly payment estimate right on the product page and can check your eligibility in a few clicks.
Why buy the Performance Icon from Quilted Joy?
Quilted Joy is a family-owned authorized PFAFF dealer in Louisville, Kentucky, home of the Quilt Fairies and led by Angela Huffman, host of PBS' Fons & Porter's Love of Quilting. You get real training, an in-house service team, and support before and after your purchase.
