Originally Posted by
Daylesewblessed
I do know people who use their walking foot for piecing and like it. However, for me, since the walking foot is not supposed to be run at top speed, it slows me down for straight sewing. Also, since the mechanism can wear out over time, I think that using it constantly wouldn't be advisable for me.
I agree. I see no need to use it on piecing, and it is slower, and harder for me to keep the 1/4" allowance accurate. But I always use it for quilting, bindings or anytime I am sewing with batting layer.