Originally Posted by barnbum
Thanks for the encouraging words. I have to find the right foot! Maybe I have one. :? Are they a standard with machines? I never think I'll find something that will fit my old girl. What do they look like?
This is what the one on my machine looks like.
The photo shows the feed dogs down. I have never used a cover for them, they are well out of the way when I quilt. I have, however not used one at all. The presser foot has to be in the down position, whether you use one or not, just to engage the tensioning devices. If you are using a very thick batting, you will have difficulty.
When I was free motion quilting without the foot, I found it to be more difficult as when I crossed the seams the fabric would sometimes come up with the needle. It is also easier to sew through your fingers, something I strongly discourage...don't ask...
M