Walking Foot
09-25-2010, 06:11 AM
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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.
09-25-2010, 11:36 AM
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Originally Posted by Jingleberry
I will put it another way, I would not quilt in the ditch, do straight line quilting or sew a binding on without a walking foot. Its that simple.
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!!
09-25-2010, 12:22 PM
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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.
09-25-2010, 12:27 PM
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Yes, you can. I do it all the time if part of my project has thick layers to sew thru.
Originally Posted by carolaug
ok sounds like it is worth changing the foot when sewing the batting...another question. Can you I sew pieces together with the foot so that I do not have to keep changing the foot?
09-25-2010, 12:28 PM
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Originally Posted by carolaug
I have not used the walking foot yet. I have been trying to research it with little luck so far. what does it do?
09-25-2010, 12:32 PM
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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.
09-25-2010, 12:36 PM
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Originally Posted by carolaug
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.
I hope this idea helps.
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