Twilliebee

Usually have that annoying fabric drift and it never once occurred to me to use my walking foot for piecing. Duh! Duh! and double Duh! Going to put that walking foot on and check it out for piecing this evening. Thanks so much for this great topic.

mar32428

I've never used my walking foot but after reading some of your comments, I think it's time I tried it. As I think about it, it might solve some of my sewing problems.

I do a lot of stained glass and am thinking it might be just the trick for sewing on my tape. Time to do some practice stitching. Who says you can't teach an old dog new tricks?

isnthatodd

I sewed the first border on my quilt top today that is set on point with bias edges all around. I used the walking foot and had absolutely no problems with puckers or tucks! I am so glad I have access to the expertise here :thumbup:

Jennyquilts

I have been told by my machine mechanic not to use the walking foot for general sewing - it was designed to use with multiple thick layers. It could damage the feed dogs if using for general sewing.
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njgrl4evr

I also have a Pfaff with a built-in walking foot (IDT). LOVE IT especially since I can use my 1/4 foot with it.
It is one of the reasons I bought the machine at the time.

Debka

I am so glad I saw this thread. I've never thought to use it for general piecing either. I love it for binding and QID but I am looking forward to trying it for my next quilt (think it's going to be maple leaves...)

Evie

Isn't the walking foot for straight seams only -- nothing curved?

Theresa

Ohhhh, my goodness. Had no clue to consider using my walking foot, altho Jennyquilts could be making an important point. Maybe I should just get out my manual and read up on all the feet and what they are suppose to do! Great thread!

leaha

I have Pfaff sewing machines that have built in IDT and for piecing I always engage the foot, keep nice even feed

Jackie R

This is one of the best tips I've seen on this site. Thank you so much quilters!