QultingaddictUK

I gave my walking feet away just didn't like them, I follow the tip in the Rotary Magic book, I use a open toed satin foot, works great for me, and you can see where you are going :thumbup:

sandpat

I've used lots of decorative stitches in my quilting. I don't use a walking foot for the stitch if its not recommended (it will probably break your needle and could harm your machine). With that being said....I will also tell you that I usually do them as "Thread Painting"...that is on the top only...no batting yet...no backing. This allows me the freedom to do whatever I want. When I'm through adding those special touches, then I sandwich, then quilt.

Also...you can sew the top and batting with no back on your machine, but you need to clean out the lint...FREQUENTLY! I do it all the time when I'm doing trapunto.

Oh, and welcome to the board..post a pic when you can, we love pics!

Sandra-P

Welcome! I have a Pfaff with the IDT so not sure about your question but glad you have joined us. You will learn a lot here. So many talented quilters on this board.

lorimax5859

Hello from Arizona.

kwilter

Post some pics! We want to share your progress!

Grandma Peg

Welcome from WI.

Quilter2B

The issue with the walking foot might also be the width of the stitch or how much your needle needs to jump back and forth. I'm not familiar with your machine but I know my Bernina walking foot has much less room for the needle to move side to side as does the coded feet (up to 9mm). Like others have recommended, try a small practice piece to see how comfortable you are with it. Remember a queen size is going to give you more bulk to work with and can be difficult without the right kind of table support and the most simple stitch. Good luck and welcome to the Board. Are you West or East Coast Portland?

Thumbelina

Hi David and welcome from NE Ohio.

ann clare

Welcome from Ireland

Ileen

Welcome from San Gabriel, California