HOW TO USE A WALKING FOOT FOR QUILTING | How to install the walking foot and why we use it

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How to use a Walking Foot for Quilting on the Sewing Machine. How to install the walking foot and why we use it. If you are like me, you heard talk of this mythical item known as the walking foot and regarded it with fear and trepidation. Well, brush those concerns aside as I show you exactly how this thing works, why we use it and how to install it. My sewing machine is a Singer Patchwork, but lots of sewing machines have a similar style of installation for presser feet.
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0:00 - 02:22 Introduction to use a walking foot for quilting
02:23 - 03:20 How the Walking Foot Works
03:21 - 05:36 When to use a walking foot
05:37 - 07:05. Parts of the Walking Foot
07:06 - 09:12 How to install the walking foot on a Sewing machine
09:13 - 10:19 How the walking foot works once it's installed
10:20 - 13:30 Stitch in the Ditch technique with the walking foot
13:31 - 15:57 Sewing Serpentine stitches and creating a look of free motion quilting
15:58 - 17:34 Comparing quilt samples
17:35 - 19:55 Closing thoughts and sewing inspiration
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@clovergreen9959 2 жыл бұрын

You just saved my sanity. I was about to cry. Thank you for making this video. 😄❤️😁

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! I'm really glad it helped.

@diannepatterson265 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the BEST tutorial on the Singer walking foot online!! I finally understand and feel ready to use it.

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Thank you so much Dianne! I really appreciate that, and I'm so happy it helped you. I was afraid of it for so long, but once I got it installed and started using it, I realized it only looked scary!

@reneeolsen9640 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Patty, I’ve sewn many many years ago and I just bought the singer 7285Q and I ran across your videos and I wanted to tell you that you explain things so well!!

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Renee!! I pretend that someone is sitting next to me and I explain it the same way I would do if you were right here with me. I'm publishing a video on Saturday about my experience using the patchwork and I hope you will enjoy it!

@GrandmaD2024 3 жыл бұрын

I LOVE my walking foot. It was super helpful to my 7 year old granddaughter learn to sew. It helped keep her dolly blanket go through and kept her stitches straight. I use mine a lot...as much as my standard "A" foot.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing that story Annette. I keep mine installed on my "backup" machine, the Brilliance, so it's always ready to go.

@lindacummings6921 3 жыл бұрын

Patty, I thank you so much for your walking foot tutorial. I have the Singer Patchwork and I have a walking foot; however, I am a 'SOMETIME SEWEST', and it has been quite a while since using either one. Of course, I decided at a late date to sew some Christmas hot pads as gifts, and don't have time to experiment. Your tutorial came at just the right time for me to 'WATCH AND DO today. I feel confident I can finish my projects, with your help. Thanks again.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness Linda!! Thank you so much for such a lovely comment! I'm really happy the video helped! The walking foot makes such a big difference, and I'm sure your hot pads will be beautiful!

@susanzimmermann3953 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for a clear description and demonstration of how to use the walking foot! I look forward to seeing more videos from you!

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

You're welcome Susan! I published a new one just today!

@Cat74 3 жыл бұрын

That’s fab now I know what it should look like fitted thank you so much for the tutorial :)x

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

I"m glad it's helpful! It's fiddly to get it on there but once you do it a couple of times, it's not terrible

@suewaverley528 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for a very clear explanation of how this foot works.

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Sue!! I'm glad it was helpful!

@sharonhill3530 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for explaining this in such simply terms and such good visuals.

@PattymacMakes 11 ай бұрын

Thank you for taking the time to leave such a kind comment! I'm really happy it helped you.

@lindarose9083 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. I was a bit dubious about changing to a walking foot at first, but as you say it really isn't that bad. All you have to do is take your time and follow the manufactures instructions. Once you get used to using one you never go back - it has improved the results in my sewing no end.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing your experience Linda! Yes, I was so afraid of it at first. Now I wonder why I waited so long.

@nanaminer875 2 жыл бұрын

Patty you are the best! I love you instructions! So easy to follow. I got my Singer Patchwork, after I saw your video, where you got yours. I love it, but I am a real beginner, and I learn so much from you! Going to try my walking foot now!

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh Nana! I'm so happy you like the videos!! I sure do hope you love the machine as much as I love mine! I have several tips and tricks videos for quilting so hopefully those are helpful for you, too. I'm really happy to hear you are jumping in and trying new things with your machine. That's the only way we grow in our hobbies....jump in there and make stuff!

@blufaerie Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for this video. A walking foot came with my Singer and I was so confused about how to install it until I saw your video!!!❤

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

You're welcome!! I hope you enjoy using it. It's great for a wide variety of fabrics and sewing projects beyond just quilting.

@cmachoag 9 ай бұрын

Thought I'd let you know that this video made putting on walking foot on my Patchwork a piece of cake. I'd never actually put one on, but I needed it (making a jelly roll rug). I love your videos! Thanks for taking the time to make them!!

@PattymacMakes 9 ай бұрын

Oh thank you SO MUCH!!! I'm absolutely inundated with home repair projects I'm trying to figure out and a mess of a yard to keep up with, so I'm REALLY behind on making videos. But I do hope that changes soon.

@Soknik01 7 ай бұрын

Thanks for the rundown on this foot. Very much appreciated.

@PattymacMakes 7 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@juliem.679 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for a clear explanation of the walking foot and the demo!

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! I was so scared of this thing for so long and I figured I was probably not alone in that feeling.

@melindahenry1485 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the instructions to attach my walking foot! It has been very intimidating, as you said, but now it is attached! Again, thank you so much

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

Oh that's great Melinda!! Once you've used it a couple of times it won't feel so intimidating. You will probably need to tighten it back up every 5 or 6 hours of sewing , so don't be surprised by that. Happy sewing.

@zainabmuzammil6643 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you sooo much this was so helpful. Sooo many tips in one video! And all the important do's and dont's are also carefully mentioned! 😍😍

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you!! My videos are a little long, but i like to cover everything in depth so you have the tools and information to be successful!

@sandragula4863 4 ай бұрын

I finally feel confident enough to try my walking foot!

@PattymacMakes 4 ай бұрын

I'm so happy to hear this!

@leannarandall 5 ай бұрын

Great tutorial! The photo of the guy flipping out when you mention a walking foot was a riot!

@PattymacMakes 5 ай бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@lucilledaub5991 3 жыл бұрын

Neat walking foot. Love your video.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@lynettelewis5008 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tutorial, well executed and very much appreciated 💖🌷🌷🏆🌷🌷💖

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much Lynette!! I appreciate your kind comment.

@priyanarayan8682 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you very much for this tutorial!

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome!

@leslybunting5587 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks so much!!! This is going to be fun!!

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Lesly!! I do hope it helps you.

@lynngallegos2727 3 жыл бұрын

What fun. I have used a walking foot for a while but haven't done much with the built in stitched on my machine. Thank you so much for your help .

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome Lynn! Thanks for your comment!

@user-mq3os8qq6o 5 ай бұрын

But are they interchangeable

@Lestanymanshouldboast 6 ай бұрын

Thankyou...Excellent help!!!

@PattymacMakes 6 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@darleneappleman3911 3 жыл бұрын

I tried my walking foot out works great

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

I love mine!

@chloemccall2293 5 ай бұрын

I subscribed for the simple fact that your facial expressions make your videos pleasant and fun to watch!! I love the way you present information, thank you so much!

@PattymacMakes 5 ай бұрын

Thank you so much!! I do appreciate that and I do try to make entertaining but informative videos for you.

@chloemccall2293 5 ай бұрын

@@PattymacMakes well keep on shining like the sun, we all love your personality and heart!!

@teresacesario6247 2 ай бұрын

Such a helpful video!!

@PattymacMakes 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@sophierin4943 Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for the tutorial. Very helpful :)

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

You're very welcome! I was afraid of this foot for so long, and it's not that difficult to use it!

@suzeblahblah 2 ай бұрын

Aw thank you. You explained that beautifully. I’m about to try it! Wish me luck lol ❤

@PattymacMakes 2 ай бұрын

You got this!

@Nanee907 11 ай бұрын

Very very helpful! Thank you 😀

@PattymacMakes 10 ай бұрын

You're welcome!

@dollsmaria 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU SO MUCH 😉 very helpful

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!! I'm so happy it was helpful!

@Ohlalaboutique121 Жыл бұрын

❤❤ Thank you so much!

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Happy sewing!

@valeriespackman4102 3 жыл бұрын

I love my walking foot!

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

I was so afraid of it for the longest time, but now I use it all the time! Thanks for sharing!

@RecruitingMaven 3 жыл бұрын

Loving the bear print...they’re so cute!! I don’t have a walking foot but then I just need to unbox my sewing machine first. 😂

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

LOL!!! Yes!! Get it out of the box at least, B. This presser foot is also used in garment sewing to better handle slippery and stretchy materials, so even in sewing gauzy tops or dresses, this foot is handy.

@LynneAhlgren 2 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video! I didn't have the thingy or a screwdriver so I used a penny. I'm quilting my first bed quilt as I go and I'm excited to be done!

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

I'm really happy it helped you! If the penny is too fat, I have used dimes with success. That's wonderful news about your quilt!! Congratulations!

@80657 Жыл бұрын

Ok so I just came across this tutorial...I was looking for this exact thing....I'm so happy you have the same sewing machine as I do...thank you for making this tutorial....I have sewn on this machine for many many years and I have never till now even opened the bag for my walking foot....I'm about to start my next quilt and I will be giving this a try......thanks again 😁😁😁

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

I'm so happy you found me Amanda!! The walking foot makes such a HUGE difference in anything with multiple layers or a slippery type of fabric. I actually keep it permanently installed on my Singer Heavy Duty these days, and it's always ready.

@80657 Жыл бұрын

@@PattymacMakes I agree it makes a big difference....I put it on step by step of your instructions and I have started to piece together another quilt and I think I am also going to leave it on permanently......thank you 😁

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

@@80657 I'm so happy to hear the video instructions worked so well for you! Thank you so much for that positive feedback. If you have a second machine that you can set up with the walking foot and leave it on, that's my recommendation. It's a little bit of wear and tear to install and remove it, so I have found having a machine to use as my walking foot machine is my best method. You are always ready to go and to you reduce wear and tear on the machine that comes with taking the walking foot off and on constantly. I also use my walking foot to work both steps in binding as well.

@BexfromTexas 3 жыл бұрын

Walking foot is a life saver for me:)

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

It makes the biggest difference, doesn't it?

@BexfromTexas 3 жыл бұрын

@@PattymacMakes yes! Omgoodness it's the difference of night & day. I really like it for applying binding too. After I got one I wondered how in the world did I manage without it! Lol I have a gift for you but haven't boxed up yet:/

@juliestafford5959 3 жыл бұрын

This summer I was making my first quilted project--placemats! My first one puckered terribly, so after ripping out some seams, I found out real quick how valuable the walking foot was. I even used it when I was making face masks with several layers of fabric--worked great for that, too. I just wish they would make one that was also a "stitch-in-the-ditch" foot for sewing the binding on.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

Yes! It's surprising what a difference it makes! Great tip for pleated face masks, thanks for sharing that. When I do stitch in the ditch, I line the split in the front of the foot to the seam and that seems to do a good job at keeping the needle where it needs to be. I also dial my speed down so I stitch slowly and that also helps. It is tricky to sew that binding on, but I find with practice it does get easier.

@hildadavids217 10 ай бұрын

Where are her puppet masters, she worked diligently for them. Took instructions from them and executed them with precision. You only have yourself to blame and no one else. It is better to make your own mistakes, but taking instruction from other people, who end up making you look so bad. At that age you should know better.

@wendywhiteside 5 ай бұрын

Thank you!

@PattymacMakes 5 ай бұрын

You're welcome!! I hope you can enjoy using your walking foot now!

@brendamayo9556 3 жыл бұрын

Thrilled to find your video today. Got my Singer 7285Q as an early Christmas present and want to do a small quilt project. Was wondering how to attach the walking foot. So glad I found your channel! Looking forward to watching more of your videos.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

That's great Brenda! I have absolutely LOVED my machine, and I'm sure you enjoy yours. I have a few beginner quilt tutorials on the channel and I'm working today on small wall hanging style quilt tutorial. You might also enjoy the patchwork quilted pillow I recently published which is a really good project to use for getting acquainted with your new machine.

@susandimauro4531 11 ай бұрын

😂YUP😂 that’s me in a nutshell….set myself up into a frenzy…then sit down and ace it!!! TY for this and all your other videos!!!

@PattymacMakes 11 ай бұрын

You are so welcome!! Thank you for watching!!

@frankdearr2772 10 ай бұрын

Great video, thanks 👍

@PattymacMakes 10 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! I hope it helps you with your sewing!

@frankdearr2772 10 ай бұрын

@@PattymacMakes yes, I know how to use it, thanks again 🙂

@leslieclauson2398 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks!

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome! Happy sewing!

@maryhinojosa5975 3 жыл бұрын

I bought me one, have not put mine on my machine and will be ready for the help. 👍👵

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

I think you will find this video very helpful, Mary! I do a pretty thorough discussion on how it works and what it's doing and how to install it. So you should be able to use it once you see this video. If you have questions don't hesitate to ask.

@maryhinojosa5975 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Patty

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

@@maryhinojosa5975 You're welcome! I appreciate you watching!

@darleneappleman3911 3 жыл бұрын

Ive got a singer 5400 machine it works great

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@tatelwilliams5 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!!!!!!!

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!! I do hope you get to enjoy your walking foot now. I use mine all the time. I actually set it up on my backup machine and I've left it on all the time since I use this foot frequently.

@favoredone4774 3 жыл бұрын

Where were you when I first started sewing lol. I would have been sooo much further had I been able to learn from all your great video's. I now have a machine with an integrated walking foot because that is how useful a walking foot is. Thanks again for yet another great video.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Kim!! That's a great thing to have! Is that a Bernina?

@favoredone4774 3 жыл бұрын

Ha...a Bernina...I wish. Maybe one day lol. I have a Janome 6600P. I've had it 4 years now. It's actually a great machine and I'm very content with it! I thought about trading it in for the 6700P but I'm going to keep her.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

@@favoredone4774 Yeah Bernina is a dream machine isn't it? Honestly, I don't even think I have space to use something like that in this tiny room! LOL Maybe someday. I'm really happy with my Patchwork. It's been super to use.

@favoredone4774 3 жыл бұрын

Bernina's are dream machines no doubt but like you I'm happy with what I have in my little cozy sewing nook.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

@@favoredone4774 Yes! I'm super grateful for what I have, too!

@gloriamakin5973 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you u made easy

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

I'm really happy it helped you! I put the walking foot on my secondary machine, and use it all the time.

@jomycoke 3 жыл бұрын

Walking foot works great when adding borders to Aida cross stitch fabric, too

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

Such a wonderful tip! Thank you JoAnn!

@aw8655 Жыл бұрын

Next time, you can move the camera around to the front-to see how to put the walking foot onto the shank.Great video. Wonderful teacher! So refreshing!Thanks.

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback. It's so hard filming these kind of tutorials by myself and I don't always get everything.

@saskiagriffin2207 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I think u might have made a mistake when u mentioned different parts names. I was taught they were what u call it and that thing a doodle. But I like yours better. LOL. TKS for the lesson. It sure taught and helped me ALOT. I’m going to keep looking for your blogs and also on UT.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

HA HA!!! Thing a doodle is the proper name. LOL! I appreciate you watching and I'm so glad it was helpful.

@luannbriggs1917 3 жыл бұрын

So funny Saskia...thank you for that chuckle!! In my house growing up parts were called a "watcha ma call it and "thing ga ma jig" and the doohickey hahahaha

@Cat74 3 жыл бұрын

Ooh just bought one few days ago not even took out the packet it looks scary! Looking forward to this tutorial :) x

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

Oh Catherine! You will love this video!! I will give you a very clear and thorough explanation on what it does and how to use it. I makes a big difference so you definitely want to learn about using it. I'm so happy you find it helpful!

@Cat74 3 жыл бұрын

@@PattymacMakes thank you I’m really hoping to make my first quilt I’ve got everything I need I just need a wee bit extra knowledge so this couldn’t have been more perfect timing :) x

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

@@Cat74 That's wonderful Cahterine! You might enjoy my blog post on tips for a first quilt. pattymacmakes.com/my-first-charm-quilt/ I'll be doing small quilt projects coming up. I'm getting geared up for it now.

@darleneappleman3911 3 жыл бұрын

I love my walking foot

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

They are the best!

@darleneappleman3911 2 жыл бұрын

I bought brand mew walking foot for my new janome it goes on easy

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

That's great Darlene!!!

@darleneappleman3911 3 жыл бұрын

I have a singer 5400 sewing machine ive got it hooked up now

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing!

@padmarubiales5184 3 жыл бұрын

I like your lighthearted approach. Your pieces came out so perfectly flat! Did you starch and iron them first? I did not know that you are not supposed to go backwards with a walking foot! I think I probably was. I use a walking foot a lot for knits. It is a lifesaver. I want to know more about that fusible batting. How the heck do you get it all nice and flat on the back of a large piece? That really looks like it helps with it not shifting. What about when you have the backing fabric like quilts usually have? Lastly, I found out the hard way that there is more than one style of walking foot. I tried to attach mine with the claw part resting on top of the needle bar, instead of hooking on, because that is how the other style attaches. So you need to know which kind you have before you attach it.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

That's a great point on how the lever can be different on different attachments. The one on my Kenmore is as you describe. I press and starch EVERYTHING first. Even flannel which is what the bears are. I never sew anything without doing that first. The type of sewing I do is generally cotton wovens for quilting or pillow projects, so having the materials very stable helps with that kind of sewing. I don't sew knits, but I have heard the walking foot is invaluable with them! I saw in a couple of places not to back stitch with the walking foot, but I have also done it. They say not to use decorative stitches with them either, but I have done decorative stitching on borders as part of the quilting process. Fusible batting is like fusible interfacing only thicker. So yes, it does provide a lot of structure. I like it for bags and wall hangings and pillows where the piece looks better with structure. For a bed quilt, I use an 80/20 blend, generally, and I pin baste the quilt sandwich. Here's how I put my charm quilt together pattymacmakes.com/my-first-charm-quilt/. I hope this is helpful! Thanks for your comment and questions.

@user-ot5eg6xx8c 6 ай бұрын

Well explained video. Thanks Can I use this foot in a BROTHER machine?

@PattymacMakes 6 ай бұрын

Thank you! You can absolutely use a walking foot on your machine. Just search for a Brother specific type. I don't know anything about those machines, but I know they are quite popular and they would have tons of additional presser feet available.

@darleneappleman3911 3 жыл бұрын

Ive installed mine on my singer machine

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

That's great Darlene! Have you sewn anything yet?

@lialcadape Жыл бұрын

Pattymac, thank you for this tutorial, shockingly easy when you know how😂. This Patchwork Singer is my treat to myself, I’m a returner to sewing after a 40 year hiatus, have any tutorials (or could you point me in the right direction) on using the different practical stitches and feet. Thanks

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

I recommend the book Sewing Machine Magic to everyone which is a great manual to have. I'll wind up doing more videos on the feet and what they do coming up. You can search youtube for information. Singer has some material available. I'm getting my feet back under me after a computer issue in December that's put me really behind. I would recommend putting on your all purpose foot and sew some small projects to get aquainted with the machine. If you put on a zig zag foot, you can play with all the decorative stitches which is really fun!

@kimberlygilson7423 Жыл бұрын

This video is so helpful! Can you tell me how to anchor the beginning and ends of my seams using the 63 stitch? I'd like to quilt within each block so I will be starting and stopping a lot.

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

I've seen people pull the bobbin thread up to the top of the quilt, but I haven't actually done that myself. I just do straight line quilting or stitch in the ditch to keep it simple, so I'm not really the best person to answer your question. It sounds like you might want to use the darning foot and do more of a free motion quilt than using a walking foot. Free motion quilting videos probably can better answer your question on anchoring. I'm sorry I can't be of more help. Good luck and have fun with it! One thing I can say is to make a few samples and practice your desired technique on a few samples first.

@snippiet 2 жыл бұрын

Hello, Love the video, I was very scared of changing to the walking foot. I am going to be starting to sew again. What was the fabric before and after that were showing before the main item?

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

Gosh, don't be afraid of it! Do be careful changing it out and back because you are attaching it to the bar that is directly connected to the upper housing. Since doing this video, I've set up my secondary machine with the walking foot and leave it attached all the time to minimize the wear and tear of constantly changing back and forth. So if you have two machines, I do recommend doing that. The fabrics are a flannel I cut into strips and sewed together and then adhered fusible quilt batting. I hope that answers your question. Jump in and enjoy!

@byankaaispuro5260 2 жыл бұрын

Hello! I am sewing headbands using double brushed Poly and using a zig zag stretch stitch. I notice my stitches puckering a bit and would like to try the walking foot. Since the walking foot doesn’t do a reverse stitch, how do I go about locking the stitching at the end? Any help is appreciated! Love your KZfaq btw! I just got the Singer Patchwork and I’m looking forward to learning more from you!

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

To be honest Byanka, I have done reverse locking stitches on my walking foot and it's worked fine. I've also used it to make decorative stitches which can go backwards and forwards, and that's also been fine. For the locking stitches, it's only a few stitches, so it should be ok for you. Basically, I would try it out and see how it does. I know they say not to got backwards with the walking foot, but it's only a couple of stitches. You are not backing up for several inches. Please try it and let me know how it works for you! And thank you! I love my Patchwork machine!

@warrior4ever731 2 жыл бұрын

I’ve got a thicker batting. Will this foot work as well or do I need to release presser foot tension

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

I don't think so, but you should experiment with your project. I have used it for higher loft batting without any issues once it gets going. Sometimes it can get a little hung up at the beginning of stitching where it bunches up, so start slow. If it bunches, make sure your needle is down, raise the foot and straighten the sandwich, then put the foot down and continue.

@elainedixon3267 Жыл бұрын

I have the same machine that are you using. What number is the stitch you are using? I thought I heard 62. Can you use the fancier stitches that are already on the machine>

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

Hi Elaine! well, it's recommended you stick to a straight or zig zag stitch when using the walking foot, but I've used all manner of decorative and zig zag stitches without any issues.

@jennychyeo3016 Жыл бұрын

What model is your sewing machine that comes with the walking foot? Thank you.

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

I have a basic Singer walking foot and it works with low shank style machines. I currently have it installed on my Singer Heavy Duty to use for quilting and putting binding on quilts. But I've used this one on my Patchwork and my Brilliance. I bought it separately as an add on presser foot. I have an older Kenmore and have the version that works with that machine, too. You should search for walking foot and your brand of machine. I hope that helps!

@kathytincler2446 3 жыл бұрын

I doubt I will ever attempt that. Changing to the zipper foot & back with these hands & such limited space is too frustrating. Last year I made a hot pad following Crafty Crafts by Deana's vid without the wf foot because she didn't use it...my didn't come out that great. Hers did though. I didn't know you cold free motion quilt with the walking foot. My machines manual says I have to buy another part to do that. Tfs :)

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

It's not a true free motion....it's more of a simulated look of it by using serpentine and going every which way. It's not as bad as I thought it would be to change out to this foot and I wind up using it a lot. It really does make a BIG difference. I do think using a small screw driver is easier, but I like to do tutorials using the provided tools. I hope you will consider trying it out, Kathy! It's kind of fun and you feel like an elite sewist when you start using it. LOL!

@bobcatbird1 3 жыл бұрын

Thank goodness I found your clear, calm instructions. The only question I have is can I sew a potholder with the batting exposed on the reverse side.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

I would not leave the batting exposed. The pot holders won't wear as well. You will want it sandwiched between quilting cottons. Sewing Room Channel has several pot holder videos and she does great tutorials! I'm glad my walking foot demo helped you!

@lindadooling2821 2 жыл бұрын

Can you use the leaf stitch with the walking foot?

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

Linda, I have used several different decorative stitches with mine, and it always worked well. They say you aren't supposed to do any back stitching, but I have never had an issue.

@Ridwaan.Gallow Жыл бұрын

Hi good day am new here I would like to know can this presser foot be used for leather heavy or maybe just light am afraid to test it..

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

I don't think a walking foot like this is your best choice for leather, but I can't really answer the question with certainty since I don't sew that kind of material. There are channels that sew with leather, you might want to watch some of them. I'm sorry I can't adequately answer the question.

@Ridwaan.Gallow Жыл бұрын

@@PattymacMakes Thank you ma'am for replying you so kind .. love your videos..

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

@@Ridwaan.Gallow Thank you!! I try to be a nice person, but sometimes it's a challenge. LOL

@mariakeane8913 3 жыл бұрын

Hi Patty - thanks for the video. I have now successfully installed my walking foot to my Singer brilliance machine! However it would be great if you could have shown us how to put back the other foot - with that other metal piece you removed (I don't know what the name of it is!!) HA! Thank you again.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

OH I wouldn't have thought of that! I'll see if I can work that in.

@mariakeane8913 3 жыл бұрын

@@PattymacMakes Thank you that would be great Patty! Otherwise I don't know how to put that other piece back on again!! Your videos have been so helpful to me as a beginner sewer.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

@@mariakeane8913 Mostly you do it in reverse. Unscrew the screw on the shank, remove the walking foot and put the presser foot piece back on. The main thing it be sure your machine is off and you remove the needle before working around in that part of your machine. And be careful, but don't be afraid of your equipment. Have you tried changing presser feet?

@randitollner5533 Жыл бұрын

Can you add a quilting bar on the singer walking foot?

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

This one has an insertion for it. I think it would depend on the presser foot you're using.

@JG-yh8wz 2 жыл бұрын

Hi Patty. I have a Singer 4423 which I have been very happy with so far. However, I have tried many, many times to use the walking foot and it will not work. I did buy the Singer waking foot that was made for the machine and have watched literally every video there is on walking feet. I believe I am doing every thing correctly. I have spent entire afternoons playing with it. It will go a few stitches like it is going to do the job and then it gets stuck in place, Just holds on and wont move. Do you think something on my machine could be out of adjustment? I have been told never to adjust the timing on these machines, so I haven't. I believe the tension and stitch length were correct. Do you ever have trouble? Is there some stroke of genius that I am missing out on? Something simple? It was worth a shot to ask since I have tried everything else.

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

Gosh, Julie, I'm not sure about it. I wonder if it's the walking foot itself. I would suggest getting another one to try out and see if you get the same result. Joann has them. So try it and if it still won't work for you, it's an easy return. If that doesn't solve the problem, you can try contacting Singer and ask them about it. I'm not familiar with your machine, so I don't know if you need something else or not. Once you get it in place, the walking foot should work pretty easily so it makes me wonder if it's the foot not the machine. Are you sure you have it set up on the screw one the mount where that little arm goes?? If you don't have issues with timing using other feet then I don't believe it's a machine issue. I hope this helps! Singer does have email and maybe a phone number. I can't remember! But check their website to see how to contact them.

@JG-yh8wz 2 жыл бұрын

@@PattymacMakes I believe that it was installed properly. I think you may be right. If another one does it then it is either me or the machine and I will know it. I guess its worth the 25 bucks just to know. I just thought I'd ask for good measure. I have tried to get a hold of singer, I don't think they intend to be gotten a hold of, lol. Thank you for your input and all of your great videos of course!

@darleneappleman3911 3 жыл бұрын

The bears fabric is cute

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

I could not resist it!

@vanessamiller6256 3 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to more of your tutorials sewing on your singer patchwork I also have one

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

@@vanessamiller6256 Thank you Vanessa! I will definitely do more machine tutorials but probably in the new year as right now I am planning all projects for Christmas.

@tanyajones5821 Жыл бұрын

Mine doesnt go around the needle bar, it just has a white straight lever looking thing with NO cut away part to fit around the needle bar. Would you know how this is supposed to work? Thanks

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

Maybe that part rests on top instead of around. I would search walking foot and your brand of sewing machine to see what comes up. Without being there and seeing it, it is hard for me to advise. I'm sorry I'm not more helpful on this. I know it's frustrating when you can't figure something out.

@alvint4944 3 жыл бұрын

Can we use the walking presser foot for simple sewing, instead of the regular presser foot?

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

Alvin it's best if you use the proper foot for the task at hand. For simple sewing, I would use the all purpose foot, unless you are using slippery or knit fabrics. It depends on your fabrics, really. I sew cotton woven fabric exclusively so my needs might be different that yours. I depends so much on what kinds of projects and fabrics you like to make and use.

@alvint4944 3 жыл бұрын

@@PattymacMakes thanks a lot for the reply and info. Truely helpful!

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

@@alvint4944 You're welcome! So much depends on the type of work you are most interested in doing. Garment making is much different from quilting and sewing small projects.

@darleneappleman3911 3 жыл бұрын

Mine sewes so smoothly

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

That's great Darlene! What kind of machine do you use?

@darleneappleman3911 3 жыл бұрын

It looks hard to hook up but i did it

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

That's great!

@lisatrent1193 2 жыл бұрын

Can you appliqué with this foot?

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

I don't do any applique work so I don't really know, but I think you just use a smooth open toe foot for applique. I'm sorry I can't answer the question for you.

@mango68116 2 жыл бұрын

What if my fabric is gather after it goes through the feed?

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

It's probably getting a little hung up on the feed dogs. If you have it hanging up, stop sewing, put the needle down, lift the presser foot up and straighten out the fabric. Using the sharp end of a seam ripper helps if it's small piece. If it's bigger, just gently tug a little and get it straight. Put the presser foot back down and continue sewing. Let me know if that helped!

@boxgirl51 9 ай бұрын

My problem is with my 15k-90 singer and the walking foot. Having difficulty with the length of stitches I would like to have. When the walking foot is on it appears the stitch length is much smaller than I want. It is not that way with the walking foot off. Any ideas? Thanks

@PattymacMakes 9 ай бұрын

Gosh I'm not really sure about what could cause that. If it were me, I would run a test. I would make a small quilt sandwich and sew test stitch lines at different stitch length settings and review the results. So maybe start at 1.5 and go to 2 then 2.5 etc. I would make a sample with the walking foot, and I would make one without and compare them. I know that sometimes my walking foot gets hung up when I start a new line of quilting and produces crazy tiny stitches. I generally start away from the quilt top, sew a small length, raise the foot, adjust the fabric and start again. It's tedious, but that's how I've worked around it. I think if I had a bit better machine, one actually designed for quilting, that would not be such an issue. But I don't know until I actually get to purchase my dream machine. LOL I hope that helps and gives you something new to try out.

@boxgirl51 9 ай бұрын

@@PattymacMakes thank you! I have done all that, but I do not think there is any better machine then an old heavy duty singer for quilting. I think it has more to do with that walking foot than the sewing machine. I have been sewing for over 50 years I do not think you can beat that type of machine. Thank you for your quick response.

@user-mq3os8qq6o 5 ай бұрын

Does singer walking foot work with brother

@PattymacMakes 5 ай бұрын

I don't know exactly. Presser feet are designed for high and low shank fittings. You should find a walking foot that specifies your machine. They all do the same thing, though. Mine is a low shank, and most smaller domestic machines are designed that way. hope that helps.

@terryriley7490 2 жыл бұрын

What type of sewing machine do you have? I ask because my Singer walking foot doesn't look like yours at all.

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

I have a Singer Patchwork and this is the walking foot that came with the machine. I did a video recently about whyI love the machine so much if you're interested in hearing about it.

@tanyajones5821 Жыл бұрын

Mine either has a straight lever looking thing i dont know what to do with

@oshiplays2271 3 жыл бұрын

You are making a difference, want to be youtube friends?

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

@carolbrown5516 Ай бұрын

Silly question from a pretty new sewer….if while using the waking foot, you can’t backstitch…what then?

@PattymacMakes Ай бұрын

You can do a locking stitch. If I'm being honest, I backstitch with mine where necessary and it's been fine. Just take your time doing it.

@lisaunterkofler1293 Жыл бұрын

Im new to sewing but just don't understand why Singer did not put a place for a quilting bar on their walking foot for this machine.

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

Do you mean the bar that lets you follow a width with the adjustable piece? I know I have one with the hole and bar but maybe not on this one. I'll have to look more carefully at that. You're right, that is kind of crazy.

@kayfrazier8793 Жыл бұрын

My walking foot will sometimes not move. It’s like the feed dogs on walking foot sticks.Why?

@PattymacMakes Жыл бұрын

I'm not sure Kay. I would recommend double checking the installation and make sure everything is sitting where it's supposed to sit and be sure you are securely attached the shank. That screw does work itself loose and it causes a fair amount of issues.

@kayfrazier8793 Жыл бұрын

@@PattymacMakes thanks but I’ve taken it off and repeated the process several times and it still sticks to fabric

@GrandmaD2024 3 жыл бұрын

Your walking foot does look slightly different than the one for my 9960.

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

There is a lot of variety in terms of how they are made, but they all do the same thing. It's pretty amazing how much of a difference they make.

@darleneappleman3911 3 жыл бұрын

It only takes me few min hook my walking foot up

@PattymacMakes 3 жыл бұрын

That's great!! It's pretty easy once you get the hang of it.

@danagalloway1217 2 жыл бұрын

If the things on the bottom are called feed dogs, why didn't they call the foot a feed (or feeding) foot? Would have made more sense, at least to me, LOL!

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

LOL!!! I don't know the origins of the terms feed dogs, but I always think it's kind of funny.

@annainspain5176 2 жыл бұрын

Changing the camera from the side to head-on from the beginning would have allowed us to see how the assembly was removed and how to "do two things at once" to install the walking foot. The camera angle changed just too late, right after the part we needed to see and couldn't. As it is, this really isn't a tutorial on how to install the foot since we can see nothing.

@PattymacMakes 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the feedback Anna, but I did the best I could with what I have to work with. I've had many, many other people find this helpful. At the end of the day, you actually have to be brave enough to jump in and try things out for yourself. Watching videos and complaining is not going to help you learn how to do anything. You have to physically take things apart and try it yourself at which point it will make sense. Also, there are other videos from large companies with staff and budgets who are paid for their work, so you might want to have a look at those. It's impossible to help anyone who is unwilling to make an effort on their part. Lastly, the point of the video is how to use it and what it does. The install part is secondary to the point which is what it's for and things you can do with it.

@suzeblahblah 2 ай бұрын

How ungrateful. To get a free tutorial and then moan. Even worse when it was such a good explanation. And although the installation may have been blocked for a few seconds, it was explained before during and after. Really some people! I personally thought it was very useful. Thank you

@annainspain5176 2 ай бұрын

@@suzeblahblah The installation is what I needed to see. Sorry, no applause here. If she can't handle constructive criticism (from a whole year ago) that's on her, not you. Calling a total stranger "ungrateful" for pointing out a weakness in the tutorial a year ago? That horse isn't nearly as high as you think it is.