Brother Celeste CX1e Embroidery Machine
A dedicated embroidery-only machine with the best of Brother’s embroidery innovation, giving you precise, fast stitch outs that really let your creativity shine.
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Our standard width fabric can be cut as a Fat Quarter, measuring 50cm x 1/2 the width of the bolt. Above is an example of how your fabric will be received, depending on the quantity ordered.
We also offer a sample service, where you can order 1 single fat quarter of any standard width fabric, to have at home and compare colours. When you are finished, you can send them back to us for a refund (feel free to contact us for more information on this service).
Our fabric can be cut as a Long Quarter, measuring a minimum of 25cm x width of bolt. We will supply the fabric as a continuous length (eg; if you bought 1.25m it will be sent as one piece of fabric).
Brother Celeste CX1e Product Review & Demonstration
The Celeste CX1e is built for sustained and stunning embroidery work delivering nothing short of absolute precision. The 360 x 240mm (14 x 9.5") embroidery area is large enough for jacket backs, quilt blocks and substantial home furnishing pieces to stitch as a single unit without repositioning the fabric. Two frames are included - the full 360 x 240mm hoop and a 180 x 130mm (7 x 5") frame for smaller and more intricate work.
At up to 1,050 stitches per minute, large and detailed designs can be completed at speed without sacrificing accuracy. The 10.1" HD touchscreen gives you a clear, detailed preview of every design before stitching begins, with on-screen editing tools to flip, rotate, resize, curve text and adjust spacing directly on screen. The Stitch to Block function lets you resize a design while the machine automatically recalculates stitch density to match so scaled designs maintain their quality without manual reworking.
Placement is handled by the two-point LED positioning function which uses the needle drop LED pointer to mark two reference points on the fabric - motifs land accurately along seams, above pockets and on plackets every time. For crafters who work on batches, Matrix Copy automatically arranges multiple copies of the same design within the hoop in a single hooping, which means patches and repeated motifs are produced efficiently without re-hooping between each one.
The design library covers 523 embroidery designs, 26 fonts, 22 craft patterns, 140 decorative frames, Easy Echo and Deco Fill for decorative texture effects, and over 27 decorative buttonhole styles. Colour sorting, advanced colour shuffling and multi-brand thread palettes let you adjust and preview colour combinations before committing.
Wireless connectivity via WLAN and two USB ports give you multiple routes to import designs. The Artspira app lets you sketch designs on your phone and send them wirelessly to the machine, converting drawings directly into embroidery patterns. My Stitch Monitor app sends thread change and project completion alerts to your phone so you are not tied to the machine during a long stitch-out. PE-Design 11 compatibility gives you a full digitising route for professional-grade design creation.
Key Features
What makes this machine worth it
Machine Type
Dedicated embroidery-only machine, extra-large size
Design Options
523 built-in designs, 26 fonts, 140 frames and 22 craft patterns
Control Type
10.1" HD IPS LCD touchscreen with stylus
Embroidery Area
360 x 240mm (14 x 9.5")
Needle System
Single needle with automatic needle threader and LED pointer foot
Skill Level
Experienced and expert embroiderers, small business use
Machine Weight
15.3kg
Hoops Included
Two hoops: 360mm x 240mm and 180mm x 130mm
This machine is perfect for
- Passionate sewers looking for the latest embroidery features without multi-needle machine complexity
- Sewers who want to embroider larger projects - the 14"x 9.5" hoop handles jacket backs, quilt blocks, oversized motifs without rehooping
- Small businesses producing batches - the Matrix Copy feature automatically arranges repeat designs for multiple patches in single hooping
Can sew but not ideal for
- Sewers wanting free-arm embroidery for sleeves/pockets - this is flatbed design
- Sewers with limited space - this machine suits a dedicated space
Not suitable for
- Those needing sewing capabilities - this is an embroidery-only machine
- Complete beginners may find the advanced and sophisticated features overwhelming
Materials and Build Quality
At 15.3kg, the Celeste CX1e sits firmly on a work surface throughout sustained embroidery sessions. The 10.1" HD IPS LCD touchscreen is sharp and responsive, with a realistic design preview mode that shows exactly how a finished piece will look before stitching begins. The full-spectrum LED lighting covers the entire workspace at five adjustable brightness levels, so the needle zone stays well lit regardless of fabric colour or working conditions.
Automatic Thread Tension adjusts for each stitch type throughout the stitch-out, giving consistent results on both sides of the fabric without manual input. The independent bobbin winder operates separately from the main motor, so you can wind a new bobbin without stopping the machine. Upper and lower thread sensors monitor supply and alert you before either runs out.
WLAN wireless connectivity and two USB ports give you a choice of routes to get designs onto the machine. The Artspira app connects wirelessly, extending the design library and supporting image-to-embroidery conversion. My Stitch Monitor sends completion and thread change alerts to your phone. PE-Design 11 compatibility is also supported for professional-level design creation. Wireless firmware updates ensure the machine's software develops over time.
The Difference is in the Details
At 1,050 stitches per minute, the Celeste CX1e works through large and detailed designs at pace. The auto jump stitch trimmer cuts threads between colour changes automatically, the independent bobbin winder keeps the machine running without a full stop, and upper and lower thread sensors alert you before thread runs out mid stitch-out.
The 15.3kg construction and wireless firmware update capability mean the Celeste CX1e is built to handle intensive use and stay current over time. Brother backs the machine with a 5-year domestic warranty.
Through the Artspira app, you can convert sketches and photographs into embroidery patterns, extending your creative range as your skills develop. On-screen video tutorials cover the full feature set at your own pace. On-screen tutorials guide you through features so you can learn at your own pace.
Brother Celeste CX1e: A Machine for Every Maker
And every project
Room for Your Largest Projects
The 360 x 240mm embroidery area means jacket backs, quilt blocks and large home furnishing designs stitch as a single unit. No re-hooping mid-project, no registration marks to match up.
Needle Drop LED Pointer
Achieve nothing less than absolute precision with the needle drop LED pointer, which will show you exactly where your embroidery will start. Position embroidery patterns along sewing lines, above pockets and along plackets with the two point positioning feature.
A Design Library That Grows with You
The full design library, My Custom Stitch and the Artspira app between them cover everything from first projects to original pattern creation. Stitch to Block keeps resized designs looking sharp at any scale.
Inside the Brother Celeste CX1e
Matrix Copy
Automatically arranges multiple copies of any design within the hoop in a single hooping, so patches, badge runs and repeated motifs stitch out with consistent spacing in a single session.
Stitch to Block Function
Resize any embroidery design and the machine automatically recalculates the stitch density to suit the new dimensions, so scaled designs hold their definition and coverage without manual reworking.
Artspira App and Wireless Connectivity
Sketch a design on your phone and send it to the machine wirelessly via the Artspira app, which also converts photographs into embroidery patterns and gives access to an extended design catalogue. WLAN and two USB ports give you additional transfer routes.
My Stitch Monitor and Precision Placement
The My Stitch Monitor app sends thread change and project completion alerts to your phone, so you can step away during a stitch outs without missing a prompt. The needle drop LED pointer and two point positioning function let you mark two reference points on the fabric to align your design precisely along seams, above pockets or on plackets before stitching begins, no guesswork or test runs needed.
Product Specifications
Accessories In The Box
- Embroidery foot “W+” with LED pointer (on machine)
- Needle set - 75/11 6 needles: ball point needle for embroidery
- Bobbin × 10 (one in machine)
- Seam ripper
- Scissors
- Cleaning brush
- Screwdriver (small)
- Screwdriver (large)
- Disc-shaped screwdriver
- Spool cap (small)
- Spool cap (medium) × 2 (one is on machine)
- Spool cap (large)
- Thread spool insert (mini king thread spool)
- Vertical spool pin
- Bobbin clip × 10
- Spool felt (on machine)
- Spool net × 2
- Embroidery needle plate
- Stylus
- Bobbin case (no colour on the screw)
- Bobbin cover (on machine)
- Embroidery bobbin thread (#90, white)
- Stabiliser material
- Accessory bag
- Operation manual
- Embroidery design guide
Hoops In The Box
- 1 x Embroidery frame with decal set 360×240mm (14×9.5 Inch)
- 1 x Embroidery frame with decal set 180×130mm (7×5 Inch)
Manufacturer Specifications
- Machine Size: X-Large
- Product Type: Embroidery, Small Business Use
- Skill Level: Expert, Small Business Use
- Bobbin Type: Horizontal
- Insertion of Bobbin: Top Load Drop-in Bobbin
- Lighting: LED
- Number Of Needles: 1
- USB Port
- Wi-LAN Function: Yes
- Wireless firmware updates: Yes
- Display Size: 10.1 Inch
- Type of Screen: High-Resolution IPS LCD-Touchscreen
- Built-in Embroidery Frame Patterns: 140 (10 shapes x 14 stitch types)
- Built-In Lettering Styles (Embroidery): 26（24 Alphabet, 2 Cyrillic)
- Built-In Patterns: 523
- Embroidery Area in mm: 360 x 240 (14 x 9.5 Inch)
- Embroidery Frame Clearance for Bobbin Change: Yes
- Embroidery Positioning Function: LED pointer
- Font Editing Functions/Multiple Lines and Alignment (L-C-R): L-C-R
- Font Size Selection (L-M-S): Yes
- Frames Included: 180x130mm + 360x240mm
- Jump Stitch Trim: Yes
- LED Pointer:YES
- Max Embroidery Speed (Stitches per Minute): 1050
- Multiple Line Text Input: Yes
- Number of Hoops (Standard Accessory): 2
- Number of Spool Stands: 2
- On-Screen Video Tutorials: Yes
- Pattern - Size, Change Rotation & Mirror: Yes
- Realistic Preview of Patterns: Yes
- Single Colour Pattern Converter: Yes
- Thread Colour Sorting: Yes
- Eco Mode (Auto Power Off/Sleep Mode): Yes
- Adjustable Thread Tension: Automatic
- Automatic Thread Cutter: Yes
- Bobbin Winder: Independant
- Lower Thread Sensor: Yes
- Needle Threading System: Automatic
- Upper Thread Sensor: Yes
- Machine Dimension (mm): 662x321x348
- Weight (kg): 15.3
Machine Dimensions & Weight
- Machine dimensions (W x D x H): 662 x 321 x 348mm
- Machine weight: 15.3kg
- Embroidery area: 360 x 240mm (14 x 9.5")
- Display: 10.1" HD IPS LCD touchscreen
Design Options and Controls
- Total built-in embroidery designs: 523
- Built-in craft patterns: 22
- Built-in decorative frame patterns: 140 (10 shapes x 14 stitch types)
- Decorative buttonhole styles: 27+
- Built-in fonts: 26 (24 alphabet, 2 Cyrillic)
- Font size selection: S/M/L
- Multiple line text input: Yes
- Font editing functions: Curve, array, space adjustment, L/C/R alignment
- Maximum embroidery speed: 1,050 stitches per minute
- Number of hoops included: 2 (360 x 240mm and 180 x 130mm)
- Stitch to Block function: Yes
Embroidery Features and Functions
- Two-point LED positioning with needle drop LED pointer
- Matrix Copy function
- Stitch to Block function
- Automatic Thread Tension
- Auto needle threader
- Auto jump stitch trimmer with thread wiper
- Independent bobbin winder
- Auto presser foot lift
- Upper thread sensor
- Lower thread sensor
- No Sew function
- Colour sorting
- Advanced colour shuffling
- Multi-brand colour palettes
- Single colour pattern converter
- Pattern editing: resize, rotate, mirror, flip
- Realistic design preview
- On-screen video tutorials
- Start/stop button
- Eco mode (auto power off/sleep)
- Wireless firmware updates
- Embroidery frame clearance for bobbin change: Yes
Bobbin and Needle System
- Bobbin type: Horizontal, top-load drop-in
- Number of needles: 1
- Needle threading: Automatic
- Number of spool stands: 2
Connectivity
- WLAN wireless connectivity
- USB port x2
- Wireless firmware updates: Yes
- Compatible apps: Artspira, My Stitch Monitor
- Compatible software: PE-Design 11, PE Design Plus2
Warranty & Support
The Brother Celeste CX1e is covered by a 5-year Brother warranty for domestic use (1 year for commercial use). Our support team is here if you ever need help or servicing.
Ratings & Reviews
Frequently Asked Questions
Let us help with the answers.
What is the difference between the Brother Celeste CX1e and a combined sewing and embroidery machine?
The CX1e is embroidery-only, which means the entire mechanical system is dedicated to embroidery performance. A combined machine splits its design between sewing and embroidery functions. For crafters whose primary work is embroidery, a dedicated machine at this level gives you a larger working area, more targeted automation and a feature set built entirely around embroidery accuracy.
How does the two-point LED positioning work?
You use the needle drop LED pointer to mark two points on the fabric, typically along a seam or at the edges of the intended design area. The machine uses those two points to calculate the correct placement and rotation of the design automatically. This removes the guesswork from aligning embroidery on pockets, cuffs, plackets and other areas where placement errors are clearly visible.
Can I send my own designs to the Celeste CX1e?
Yes. Designs transfer via USB stick or wirelessly from a computer or mobile device. The Artspira app lets you convert sketches and photographs into embroidery patterns and send them directly to the machine. PE-Design 11 compatibility supports full digitising for crafters who create or edit designs at a professional level.
What does the Stitch to Block function do?
Stitch to Block lets you change the size of an embroidery design while the machine automatically adjusts the stitch density to match. This means a design scaled up or down retains its coverage and definition without you needing to rework it manually or use external software.
What does Matrix Copy co and who is it for?
Matrix Copy automatically arranges multiple copies of a design within the hoop in a single hooping, calculating the spacing and layout for you. It is particularly useful for anyone producing batches of the same motif, whether that is patches, monogrammed items or repeated decorative elements on a single project.
Is the Celeste CX1e suitable for small business use?
Brother classifies the CX1e for expert and small business use, with a 1-year commercial warranty applying in that context. The 1,050spm speed, large embroidery area, Matrix Copy function and full app connectivity make it well suited to production embroidery at low to moderate volumes. For higher-volume commercial output, a multi-needle machine would typically be the more appropriate choice.
