Learn How To Use A Walking Foot - Easiest Quilting Technique For Beginners

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Learn How to Use a Walking Foot and see how easy walking foot quilting can be. The Easiest Machine Quilting Technique For Beginners.
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Learn the walking foot quilting basics and some easy machine quilting techniques for beginners. Easy Machine Quilting. Walking foot quilting is easy once you know these machine quilting tips. These Quilting Basics for Beginners teaches easy Walking Foot Quilting with a simple machine quilting pattern. This easy walking foot quilting technique is perfect for Beginner Machine Quilting.
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@joanbaker5637 2 ай бұрын

Great instructions and love your tips. Thanks for the excellent tutorial.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful, Joan! Thanks so much for following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@susangarner3906 Жыл бұрын

Thanks you helped me i was so scared of messing up .i gotta give it a tray.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Жыл бұрын

You can do it, Susan! Find some scrap fabric to work with first to get the feel of it, then you'll be quilting up a storm. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@nanettebaltazar3458 2 ай бұрын

Excellent instruction! As a beginner machine quilter, I will definitely try this method. Thank you, Lea!

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 ай бұрын

Wonderful to hear, Nanette! You'll find this a great place to start. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@hollywaddell6727 2 жыл бұрын

Good beginner's instruction. Just a note ... some machines have a programmed stitch that can be selected and adjusted to do a wave stitch without man-handling the sandwich from side to side. Check the machine manual for options. It's fun to do some experimenting on sample swatches until the desired wave shape is achieved. When I get one I like, I use a fine sharpie to write my stitch settings right on my sample for future reference. This wavey quilting technique is so forgiving compared to trying to stay exactly in (or 2 threads away from) the ditch! Thanks for the demo.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the tip, Holly! There are quite a few pre-programmed stitches that can be used for quilting. Trying it the first time builds confidence to try more. 😊 Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@conqueringmountscrapmorewi2509 2 жыл бұрын

Hello! Great explanation! I hope you had a joyful day. I had a lovely day with some talented ladies, sewing and chatting online. Thank you for posting this video and for your time to make this.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it, Brenda! Thanks for watching and I'll be sure to check out your new video. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@LisaLisa-zl9vu Жыл бұрын

This is how i generally quilt my quilts because I have an older husqvarna sewing machine and trying to find a proper open toe quilt attachment is like looking for a needle in a haystack! The meandering stitch is quite freeing actually!

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Жыл бұрын

Same here, Lisa. My Husq is over 20 years old and I can' t do free motion anymore. Hopefully I can purchase a new machine after the first of the year. Thanks for your comment and Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@tiffanycollier54 2 жыл бұрын

I am working on a scrap quilt with plans to quilt it on my machine! Thank you for instruction!!

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

Yay, that's terrific, Tiffany! Let me know how it goes. Play some good 'Twist & Shout' music to get you in the groove. LOL Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@notesfromleisa-land Жыл бұрын

Wavy line quilting is wonderful. It looks good; it's forgiving; and allows you to power through. I do lengthen my stitch.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Жыл бұрын

So true, Leisa! Wonderful AND gets the job done with a great finished look. Yes, I lengthen my stitches for machine quilting, too. With three layers it can get a bit tight if the stich is too small. I have some quilting to catch up on and will be putting my walking foot to work very soon. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@sherrymarsh736 Жыл бұрын

I have very small hands and my hands float inside adult quilting gloves and have found that children's gardening gloves work perfectly for me.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Жыл бұрын

Great idea, Sherry! Glad you found a solution as using gloves makes machine quilting so much more manageable. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@LCmonman 5 ай бұрын

Thanks for the point about perfection. It’s so true! And done is better than perfect 😊

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 5 ай бұрын

Absolutely!! Remember, as quilters we are unnecessarily the greatest critics. Most will never even realize there may be a missed or crooked stich. My credo is 'Don't Sweat the Small Stuff!' 😂 Just quilt and have fun. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@jinxgriswold3044 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for putting this video up. It found me at the exact perfect time. I just completed assembling the top, batting and backing for a small quilt intended as a gift for our soon-to-be three year old neighbor. I put it aside while I considered how to quilt it. I have never used a walking foot and was a little nervous to use the on one that came with my machine. Your video popped up and in a clear, simple way you demonstrated it's use. I appreciate that. Thank you.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Жыл бұрын

Yay, Jinx! Glad it helped! Once you get the feel of it, you'll be doing lots more. Enjoy the journey! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@margm4 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Lea. Great demonstration. We all have to start somewhere. 😊🇦🇺

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

Absolutely, and this is an easy way to get started! You'll be hooked once you get started. LOL Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@aletavanvuuren5748 Жыл бұрын

I absolutely love your extension table

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Жыл бұрын

Thanks, Aleta! It came with my machine and I'd be totally lost without it! Sure appreciate you watching. 😍 Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@jenniferdonaldson9373 2 жыл бұрын

I will definitely try this on my next quilt! Thank you for making it look so easy!

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

Have fun with this technique, Jennifer! Once you get started you'll realize how easy it is and then breeze right through it. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@dianagrant9479 2 жыл бұрын

Hey Lea, you've made this look so easy. I was wondering how to do a drunken stitch when using a walking foot. Thank you.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful, Diana! What I've seen of the Drunken Quilting Stitch, it's more evenly spaced across the quilt. My method groups stitches together which makes more of a statement. You can quilt both of these with a regular machine pressure foot. It's just easier with a walking foot. I have more quilts to finish, so I'll demo some different ideas. 😀 Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@melissastarn6630 8 ай бұрын

What did you pay for?

@lifehappens6447 10 ай бұрын

This is so helpfum. I appreciate you sharing your techniques.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 10 ай бұрын

I'm so glad this is helpful to you! Using a walking foot to quilt makes such a big difference. You'll find quilting is much easier and quicker! Be sure to give it a try. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@gisellejones1139 2 жыл бұрын

I'm gonna try this...usually do straight lines...

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

You'll love the freedom of these wavy lines, Giselle! Have Fun & Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@thepapercorner6643 2 жыл бұрын

Great video Lea Louise. I have two lap quilts that need finished. I think I will use your technique on them.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

That's wonderful! Let me know how it goes. 😊 Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@marycook9607 3 ай бұрын

I have so many to finish and so many to start.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 ай бұрын

You'll love seeing all those finished quilts, Mary! Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@janislong279 2 жыл бұрын

I love your idea of only quilting 4-5 wavy lines along each seam and not in the middle of the block. I love the uneven curves. I usually try to fill the entire quilt with wavy lines and this is freedom from doing that! Much less work and it looks fantastic! Thanks for the tip. 😊

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome, Janis! Grouping the quilting lines actually creates another level of design in your quilt. Plus if you're very energetic, those open areas are perfect for free motion quilting. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@cheryljalocha8921 Жыл бұрын

Curvy quilting is fantastic

@joydavis3089 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for another great video 👍

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching, Joy! Be sure to see my latest tutorial as it's another quilting idea that you may also enjoy. Glad to have you following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@marygeorge9688 2 жыл бұрын

Looks great. Thank you for sharing this.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

My pleasure, Mary! Glad you enjoyed it. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@tranquilityyogapilates2946 2 жыл бұрын

Great tips

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful! Thanks for watching, Lea Louise

@coralthompson753 Жыл бұрын

This is another great tutorial, self taught like me. Thank you. I will Subscribe. x

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Жыл бұрын

Welcome and thanks for subbing, Coral! Yes, I've had a needle in my hand since I was quite young and learned early how to appreciate all kinds of needlework. Quilting is such fun and love figuring out new ideas. Glad to have your following along! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@frankdearr2772 10 ай бұрын

Great video, thanks 👍

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 10 ай бұрын

Glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@frankdearr2772 10 ай бұрын

@@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise please have a great day 🙂

@Cassandra-..- 10 ай бұрын

Just found your channel! Thanks for doing the demo on a pieced sample rather than whole cloth - it showed us so much more that way. I like the look of the close together wavy lines with spaces between the clusters, and this will help me get some quilt tops completed without taking on the ruler work I usually attempt. I can save that for a few special quilts and use this for more casual ones.❤

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 10 ай бұрын

Great plan, Cassandra! The idea is to get those quilts finished and sometimes an easier method can get it done. As you get more experience, more intricate quilting will become easier. So it's a double win! Glad you enjoy this quilting idea. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@michelepaglione4036 4 ай бұрын

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for watching, Michele! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@cecilybailey5720 5 ай бұрын

So do you reduce the pressure foot tension when using walking foot?

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 5 ай бұрын

Check your machine recommendations in your manual, Cecily, as machines vary. I don't make any adjustments for quilting as there are quite a few layers and everything moves well. If I was using very lightweight fabric, it may be necessary. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@kathyf3656 2 жыл бұрын

You are fortunate to have so much space to get your hand between the machine and the face plate. My Janome has very little space and I can't get my hand in there to reach the shank screw. I can't install a walking foot.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, that's incredibly narrow! You can still achieve this quilting pattern with a regular foot. Just be sure your quilt is well basted, perhaps with spray adhesive to keep everything in place. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@kathyf3656 2 жыл бұрын

@@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Thanks. I hadn't thought of spray basting in many years, but I will definitely try it with my next project.

@dianeestep8775 4 ай бұрын

Thank you. What is your stitch length ?

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 3 ай бұрын

Good question, Diane. Generally I quilt with a 3.0 though sometimes use a bit larger for thicker or heavier quilts. Thanks so much for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@dianeestep8775 3 ай бұрын

@@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Thank you

@mamakaka73 3 ай бұрын

I find that the walking foot presses too hard on my fabric and causes puckers when lines meet. I tried two different ones and it's always the problem. My regular foot does the job and it's not harder.

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 ай бұрын

So glad you figured that out! It certainly makes it easier to just use your regular pressure foot. Thanks for watching! Happy Quilting, Lea Louise

@blessedgrandma1537 2 жыл бұрын

How do you put on a walking foot???? Lol I can't figure it out!

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise 2 жыл бұрын

The first time I tried was quite a challenge. I didn't understand the 'extra' arm that moved as it just got in the way. Then I figured it goes either above or around the thumb screw that holds in the needle. It was amazing how well it worked once I had it on correctly! LOL Check out a KZfaq video for your machine and there should be a tutorial. There are a few variations out there depending on which machine you have. Hang in there, you can do it! Happy Machine Quilting, Lea Louise

@annethompson4886 Жыл бұрын

It is very expensive! I paid 169.00 for one!

@InspiredQuiltingbyLeaLouise Жыл бұрын

Are you talking about the price of a walking foot, Anne? Generally the basic versions sell for about $30, and the fancier one with extra attachments are maybe double that. I can't imagine spending that much for one! Thanks so much for following along. Happy Quilting, Lea Louise