This page is intended as a general guide. Not all machines function the exact same way. Always follow machine or foot specific instructions when available.
Applique Foot, Clear
Description:
This presser foot is shorter than most other feet to facilitate handling of curves and corners when sewing applique pieces. Made of clear material for easier viewing as you sew.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Applique stitch or Zigzag stitch
- Thread tension : “Auto” or 3 -5
- Stitch length :1 -2.5
- Stitch width : 2.5-5
Tutorial:
To turn corners, lower the needle at the outer edge of the applique and raise the presser foot. Pivot the fabric around the needle and lower the presser foot. Start sewing in the new direction.
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Beading Foot
Description:
Sewing on strung beads and pearls has always been tedious, but the beading foot now goes some way to alleviating this task and adds pleasure to embellishing. The beading foot is popular for making bridal and evening wear.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Zigzag stitch
- Thread tension : “Auto” or 3 -5
- Stitch length : 1.5
- Stitch width : 2-3
Tutorial:
Draw an outline on the material where the strings of beads or pearls will be attached.
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Bi-level Foot
Description:
This foot guides your topstitching and edge stitching perfectly. Thick materials (like wool,
denim or tweed) are beautifully finished.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight Stitch
- Thread tension : “Auto”
- Stitch length : As desired
- Stitch width : Adjust the needle position to align with the guide line of 1.5, 5 or 8.5 mm from the edge of the fold.
Tutorial:
Fold the seam allowance to one side. Sew while aligning the guide with the edge of the fold.
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Binder Foot
Description:
Ideal for easily finishing a creation by adding bias, this foot is also very useful for reversible garments, edge finishings or the creation of loops and ties. The spiral cone wraps the pre-pleated bias tape and the foot wraps it around the edge of the sewn fabric. Available in various binding sizes.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight Stitch
- Thread tension : 3-6
- Stitch length : 1-3
- Stitch width : Center Needle Position
Tutorial:
Cut the end of the binding tape diagonally and insert it into the funnel. Pull out the tape end and draw it toward the rear under the foot. *You may use a needle or stiletto to draw the tape through the funnel. Insert fabric. Sew slowly, guiding the edge of the cloth with your middle finger on the finger rest and, while guiding the binding tape through the conical tape guide correctly with your right hand.
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Blind Hem Foot, Adjustable
Description:
No matter the fabric weight, the adjustable guide on this foot helps you ensure that the needle catches only one or two fibers of the hem. Adjust the guide for precise topstitching, edgestitching or pintucking. The same use applies for the middle-fixed guide foot that allows you to catch only what is needed for a blind hem.
Adjustable wheel.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Blind hem stitch
- Thread tension : 1-4
- Stitch length : 2-4
- Stitch width : 5
Tutorial:
Turn the guide screw and move the sliding guide next to the folded edge. Sew, guiding the folded edge along the sliding guide. For a professional looking hem fold the fabric, reducing the lip to a scant 0.3 cm (1/8″). As you sew, the right hand stitch will fall off the fabric edge forming a chain stitch.
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Button Sewing Foot
Description:
You can easily and quickly sew any buttons in one step. A thread shank can be created at the same time while attaching the button. Imagine all the possibilities of using buttons beyond their primary function!
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Zigzag stitch
- Thread tension : 1-3
- Stitch length : 0
- Stitch width : Adjust as necessary
- Feed dog: Down or use a darning plate.
Tutorial:
Unthread the needle thread. Adjust the stitch width so that the needle enters both holes in the button. Place the button on the fabric and lower the needle by turning the handwheel so that the needle enters into the left hole in the button. Align the holes in the button with the foot and lower it to hold the button in place. Turn the handwheel to lower the needle into the right hole in the button. Adjust the stitch width if necessary. Rethread the machine and affix the button with 10 stitches. For multi-hole buttons: Move the needle drop to the next set of holes and repeat as necessary. Note : This style of foot intended for flat buttons only! For shank type buttons or odd shaped buttons please contact us for with any questions prior to purchase.
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Ditch Foot
Description:
Sew in the “ditch” of a seam with this foot. The extended guide helps you stay in the seam while the machine stitches. It is perfect for quilt tops or garment construction on waistbands.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight Stitch
- Thread tension : 3-6
- Stitch length : 1-4
- Stitch width : 0
Tutorial:
Open the right side of fabrics after straight stitch sewing. 2. Straight stitch sewing: Set the presser foot guide a long the folded edge and sew straight stitch.
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Gathering Foot
Description:
This foot is used to create soft gathers in lightweight fabrics. There is a hollow space on the underside of the foot so the fabric remains supple and a thick bar in front of the needle to form the gathers. You just need to sew your stitches straight and the foot does the rest!
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight stitch (Center needle position)
- Thread tension : 3 – 6 (Slightly tighter than normal)
- Stitch length : 3+
- Stitch width : 0
Tutorial:
The size of the gathers is determined by the weight of the fabric, stitch length and needle thread tension. Sew on one layer of fabric while ensuring it is fed straight. Do not pull the fabric.
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Overedge (Overlock/Overcast) Foot
Description:
The seam edges will be perfect using the overedge foot for finishing off medium-to heavyweight fabrics. This accessory is recommended for working on woven fabrics such as tweed, gabardine and linen.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Overcast Type Stitch
- Thread tension : “Auto” or 3-5
- Stitch length : 2.5-5
- Stitch width : 4-6
- Foot Pressure: Medium-High
Tutorial:
This stitch can be used to simultaneously seam and overcast edges of fabrics. Use this stitch when you do not need to open seams flat. Place the fabric edge next to the guide of the foot and then sew.
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Pintuck Foot
Description:
Twin needle pintucks are often a lovely focal point in both modern and heirloom style projects. It is essential that the pintucks are perfect, evenly spaced and parallel rows. This foot guarantees a perfect result for narrow and/or wide pintucks.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch: Straight stitch (Center needle position)
- Thread tension: 7 – 9 (Tighter than normal)
- Stitch length: 1.8 – 2
- Stitch width: 0
- Needle: Twin Needle
Tutorial:
For light to medium weight fabrics. First, place a length of cording under the fabric and sew over it. To sew the next pintuck, guide the previously sewn pintuck into a groove on the bottom of the foot while stretching the cloth in front and back. Suitable cords range between 1.5 -2.5mm in diameter depending on the foot depth
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Rolled Hem Foot
Description:
These feet are ideal for sewing narrow and discreet rolled hems. The spiral located at the front of the foot, makes it possible to fold twice the edge of the fabric before sewing the hem.
These feet are recommended for fine, lightweight and transparent fabrics.
The kit pictured includes two feet to make 4 mm and 6 mm wide rolled hems.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight stitch / Center needle position
- Thread tension :“Auto” or 3 – 5
- Stitch length : 1 – 2.5
- Stitch width : 0
Tutorial:
Place the fabric, aligning the hem edge with the guide on the foot. Lower the foot and sew several stitches while pulling both threads to the back. Stop the machine with the needle in the
fabric and raise the presser foot. Insert the folded portion of the fabric into the curl of the foot. Lower the foot and sew while lifting up the fabric edge to keep it feeding smoothly and evenly.
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Roller Foot
Description:
Materials like leather or suede and some synthetic fabrics are sometimes difficult to work with.The textured roller on this foot ensures a very good grip on the sewn materials and less friction between the foot and the feed dog.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight stitch & Decorative satin stitches
- Thread tension :“Auto” or 3 – 5
- Stitch length : 0.5 – 4
- Stitch width : Any
Tutorial:
This foot is effective for preventing fabric (stretchy materials like jersey and knitted fabrics hard to feed materials like leather or vinyl) from slipping or puckering , because the presser foot rotates to feed the upper layer together with the lower layer without slippage, so the upper layer and the lower layer are fed simultaneously.
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Roller Foot, Industrial Type
Description:
Use this foot for sewing curves, top stitching and piping with a large pipe. This foot gives you a better view and allows you to manipulate the fabric easily and accurately.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight Stitch
- Thread tension :“Auto” or 3 – 5
- Stitch length : 0.5 – 4
- Stitch width : Adjusted Close To The Roller.
Tutorial:
This foot is effective for preventing fabric (stretchy materials like jersey and knitted fabrics hard to feed materials like leather or vinyl) from slipping or puckering , because the presser foot rotates to feed the upper layer together with the lower layer without slippage, so the upper layer and the lower layer are fed simultaneously.
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Ruler Foot
Description:
The ruler foot was specifically designed to use with quilting rulers for ruler work. The key point of the foot is the round cup which moves smoothly alongside the quilting ruler without allowing the ruler to slide over or under the foot.The needle drops in the center of the ruler to create the quilting line.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight Stitch Center Needle
- Thread tension : “Auto” or 3-5
- Stitch length : Controlled by fabric speed.
- Stitch width : 0
- Feed dog : Down or use a darning plate.
- Straight stitch needle plate is
recommended for better results (when available).
Tutorial:
This foot has a 1/2 inch outer diameter so that the needle drops 1/4 inch from the ruler edge.
Caution:
- Lock the machine, or turn the power switch off when attaching and detaching the foot or the attachments.
Attaching the 1/4 inch ruler foot :
- Remove the foot holder (shank) and attach the 1/4 inch ruler foot. (Slide type do not fully tighten in this step.)
- Make sure that the needle enters the center of the hole in the foot.
- Place the ruler/template on the quilt layers.
- Lower the presser bar. Adjust the height of the foot by turning the round nut or sliding the foot up/down until the bottom of the foot barely touches the top of the quilt layers. Tighten the foot in position (slide type only).
Note:
Use with proper thickness Ruler/Template. These vary by shank height and must be matched for safe and good results.
Use:
- Stitch while guiding the fabric and ruler /template together along the side of the foot.
- Move the machine 3 mm (1/8 inch) or less per stitch. Or as needed to achieve desired stitch length.
- Follow the instructions of your rulers/templates to achieve the desired design.
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Satin Stitch Foot
Description:
This foot is ideal for sewing satin or decorative stitches. The cut-out on the underside of the foot allows the advance of fabrics, even with dense stitching. This multi-function satin stitch foot also optimizes the sewing of overlock and super-stretch stitches.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Decorative or dense stitch
- Thread tension :“Auto” or 3 – 6
- Stitch length : 0.5 – 4
- Stitch width : 0-Max
Tutorial:
Use a washable marker to draw design lines on fabric right side. Place fabric and stabilizer under foot. Lower presser foot. Sew design. It can also be helpful to lighten the foot pressure, especially if your creation contains curves.
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Straight Stitch Foot
Description:
No more need to worry about skipped stitches or puckering on lightweight fabrics when sewing a straight stitch. With its totally flat underside and the single hole for the needle, this foot is specially designed for sewing straight stitches.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight stitch / Center needle position
- Thread tension :“Auto” or 3 – 6
- Stitch length : 1.5 – 4
- Stitch width : 0
Tutorial:
Gently guide the fabric along the seam guide line on the needle plate, letting the fabric feed naturally. Often used for delicate fabrics. Note: Select only the straight stitch with a central needle position. Use with Straight Stitch Needle Plate when available for best results.
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Zigzag Foot
Description:
The Zig Zag Foot is also sometimes known as a “general purpose” foot. This is most likely the foot that was on your machine when you bought it. The hole in the center of this foot is wide enough for your needle to move side to side up to the widest zig zag that your machine will sew.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Zig Zag / Decorative
- Thread tension :“Auto” or 3 – 5
- Stitch length : 1 – 2.5
- Stitch width : 0-Max
Tutorial:
- Using a seam guide or the lines on your needle plate, line up the edge of the fabric.
- Lower Presser Foot
- Select a zig zag or decorative stitch and sew.
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Zipper Foot, Standard
Description:
Using this foot with its side openings, you can sew very close to the zipper. You need simply to adjust the needle position and place the foot correctly to prevent the foot riding on top of the zipper cursor. It is also very useful for sewing very close to thick piping used in interior decoration.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight stitch
- Thread tension :“Auto” or 1-4
- Stitch length : 1 – 2.5
- Stitch width : Adjust for proper Needle Position
Tutorial:
- To sew the left side of the zipper, set the zipper foot on the left side of the needle.
- Lower the zipper foot at the end of the zipper so that the needle pierces the fabric next to the fold and zipper tape.
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Zipper Foot, Adjustable
Description:
Use this style foot with straight stitch only machines. You can adjust the foot side to side to align it very close to the zipper when the needle is in a fixed position. It is also very useful for sewing very close to thick piping used in interior decoration.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight stitch
- Thread tension :Add Information
- Stitch length : Add Information
- Stitch width :Add Information
Tutorial:
- Attach the adjustable zipper foot on the presser bar.
- Slide the zipper foot to adjust its position and tighten the thumb screw on the zipper foot.
- To sew the left side of the zipper, set the zipper foot on the left side of the needle.
- Lower the zipper foot at the end of the zipper so that the needle pierces the fabric next to the fold and zipper tape.
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Zipper Foot, Narrow
Description:
This foot does not ride on top of the zipper cursor, regardless of how the zipper is placed: exposed, centered or lapped. You can pin either to the right or the left of the foot. It is also very useful for sewing very close to thick piping used in interior decoration.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight stitch, center needle position
- Thread tension :“Auto” or 3-6
- Stitch length : 2-2.5
- Stitch width :0
Tutorial:
- Attach the adjustable zipper foot on the presser bar.
- Slide the zipper foot to adjust its position and tighten the thumb screw on the zipper foot.
- To sew the left side of the zipper, set the zipper foot on the left side of the needle.
- Lower the zipper foot at the end of the zipper so that the needle pierces the fabric next to the fold and zipper tape.
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Zipper Foot, Invisible
Description:
Invisible zippers are widely used in garments, both on lightweight fabrics and thicker woolens. The application of zippers using this technique requires sewing very close to the zipper teeth. The furrow under the foot unrolls the zipper and allows its application without difficulty.
Machine Settings:
- Stitch : Straight stitch
- Thread tension :“Auto” or 4-5
- Stitch length : 0.5-4
- Stitch width : Adjust for Needle Position
- Foot pressure: 3 – 5
Tutorial:
- Baste along the zipper opening. Prepare a concealed zipper 2 cm longer than the actual opening size.
- Baste the zipper tape to the garment before machine stitching.
- Pull out the center basting threads and open the concealed zipper. Sew the right and left sides of the zipper to the ends of the zipper opening.