Depending on the fabric..I like to use mine for piecing too. It does have a 1/4" mark on it though, so makes it easy. I'll just put it like this...its worth every penny of whatever your brand costs to get one.

I was just going through my manual regarding all of the different feet in the box and of course...the walking foot is not included! Thank you all for your responses sound like it will be worth the extra money to buy it.

A must have for quilters!

I totally agree with Jingleberry! It is a "miracle" tool for me when I am quilting. I love it and would not be able to work without one!!

My new machine does not have a built-in walking foot but it is not a big deal to switch it out. I "could" sew with the walking foot on, but it is a bit bulky and I have little control over meeting the 1/4" seam. So I switch it up as needed.

Yes, you can. I do it all the time if part of my project has thick layers to sew thru.

Its the best thing for quilting- Get one !! its a must have in my book...

I just went to sears and bought the Quilting sewing set which has a walking foot, darting foot and a 1/4 seam foot. I have been searching the internet for videos and to my surprise have found none. Sears should really offer videos on how to use their sewing machines. I have also been looking for lessons with no luck. The manual is very limited. I am very surprised. Wish I paid more attention when I was sewing back in high school so many years ago.

Many of the Sears sewing machines are made by Janome. Try looking for those presser feet at http://www.janome.com/index.cfm. There is all sorts of information on here.

I hope this idea helps.

I change back to the 1/4" foot for piecing. The walking foot is kind of big & bulky. I do use the walking foot to attach borders