Me too! I have an old 1227E that I decided to keep as a back up when I got my 2056. I used to make costumes from stretch lycra and I had so many problems. My then fiancee stopped at a sewing machine store (not quilt shop) and talked to the owner and he told us about PFAFF. Bought one and never regretted it! It successfully made my wedding dress and my sister's wedding dress too. There was lots of satin and lace and all went together so nicely with no slipping!
Originally Posted by lab fairy
Originally Posted by quiltmaker
Originally Posted by TexasSunshine
My older Pfaff has a built in walking foot. It snaps down to use and up when not. I use it down on almost all sewing I do. It makes it much easier sewing. That is one of the best features on that machine.
I also have an older pfaff (7570) and use my walking most of the time except for free motion. There just isn't any comparison in my book for this feature. I also use it for many decorative stitches.....just have to remember to change the needle plate from the single hole to the wider rectangle type one or else I break a needle. Can't imagine not using or having one.
I agree with you. I wouldn't trade my Pfaff for anything else. Nothing competes with it.