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How to use the Zipper Foot
The Zipper Foot can be used for inserting zippers as well as making and inserting piping or cording. The zipper Foot allows the needle to stitch close to a raised edge such as the teeth of a zipper or the thickness of cording. The Zipper Foot is truly an essential accessory for fashion sewing and home decor projects.On most sewing machine models, the Zipper Foot can be attached to the presser foot holder on either th

15th Jun 2016

How to use the Even Feed Foot
The Even Feed Foot, sometimes called a "Walking" Foot, is helpful when sewing several layers of fabric together. Most often used when quilting, the Even Feed Foot easily "walks" over the fabric layers. This is because the foot has its own set of feed dogs that work in conjunction with the machine's feeding system. The upper feeding mechanism "pulls" the top fabric at the same rate at the machine's feed dogs are pulli

9th Jun 2016

How to use the Roller Foot
The Roller Foot can be used to sew thicker fabrics, napped fabrics, heavy knits, leather, vinyl, or any heavier weight fabrics that are difficult to feed. The foot has two sets of rollers, one large which is to the front and two small rollers at the back of the foot. This allows the fabric to pass under the foot smoothly.Depending on your machine model, the foot may have its own shank or it may simply snap on and off

9th Jun 2016

How to use the Ruffler Foot
The Ruffler Foot is one of the best time saving attachments you can add to your sewing machine. This accessory is used to create perfectly spaced pleats and gathers. There are several adjustments that you can make to vary the look of the pleats, including the size and depth of the pleats. It's perfect for light weight fabrics and also medium weight fabrics.The existing presser foot will need to be removed from your S

9th Jun 2016

How to use the Satin Stitch Foot
The Satin Stitch Foot, is also sometimes called an "applique" or "special purpose" foot, is used for sewing decorative stitching or surface embellishments on many types of projects.The Satin Stitch Foot has a tunnel or groove on the underside which allows the foot to glide freely over decorative or heavy stitching.Using this foot helps to keep the stitches from becoming distorted. Most versions of the Satin Stitch Fo

9th Jun 2016

How to use the Rolled Hem Foot
The Rolled Hem Foot, sometimes also known as the narrow hem foot, is used to sew a very narrow hem.The foot folds the raw edge of your fabric under before it passes under the needle. For garment, home decor or any type of sewing, the rolled hem foot provides a professional looking finish. Making a Narrow HemThe Rolled Hem foot is well suited for light to medium weight fabrics.Trim down the edge of the fabric to be he

7th Jun 2016

How to use the Quarter Inch Foot
The Quarter Inch Foot is most often used for quilt piecing. The foot will help you sew and create 1/4" seam allowances.1/4" Seam Allowances are also used when sewing many small projects such as crafts, doll clothes and more.This foot has various markings on the surface to aid with pivoting at the corners.The Quarter Inch Foot is used for straight stitch sewing only and is perfect for 1/4" Seams.Accurate 1/4" Seam All

6th Jun 2016

How to use the Pintuck Foot
The Pintuck Foot is a special foot which is used to create raised 'tucks' in the fabric. Traditionally, this technique is used to embellish heirloom garments but today you can often see pintucks on table or bed linens and fashion items. The Pintuck Foot works in conjunction with a narrow twin needle. The best results come from lightweight fabrics such as batiste, voile, silk, and organdy.This foot has a series of eve

2nd Jun 2016

How to use the Open Toe Foot
The Open Toe Foot can be used for machine applique, decorative stitching and many types of surface embellishment. The foot provides a clear view of the stitching area, and the tunnel on the underside of the foot allows dense stitches or raised trims to feed smoothly under the foot.The Open Toe Foot may be available in clear or metal, depending on your specific machine model.The Open Toe Foot can be used for many sewi

30th May 2016

How to use the Darning / Embroidery / Pogo Foot
The Darning / Embroidery / Pogo Foot can be used for free-motion quilting, thread painting, monograms, and even for repairing torn areas. This foot is one of the most versatile sewing accessories in your sewing room.The Darning / Embroidery / Pogo Foot has a small opening through which the needle passes while sewing. When the presser foot is down and the Darning / Embroidery / Pogo Foot is in use, the foot raises and

27th May 2016

How to use the Gathering Foot
The Gathering Foot is used to form soft gathers in fabric. You can gather a single layer of fabric, or you can join a gathered fabric to a second, flat fabric simultaneously.The Gathering Foot works best with softer, lightweight fabrics. For gathering light to medium fabrics, a Ruffler attachment is recommended. The existing presser foot and shank needs to be removed from the machine before attaching the Gathering Fo

27th May 2016

How to use the Button Sewing Foot
The Button Sewing Foot is used to easily attach buttons by machine. The foot securely holds the button in place, while stillproviding a clear view of the stitching area. In addition, the horseshoe-shaped rubberized grip keeps the button from slipping out of place.The Button Sewing Foot can also be used to attach ribbons, to tack trims in place and even sew on the hook and eye closures.Sewing with the Button Sewing Fo

25th May 2016