Originally Posted by
Holice
I don't understand the desire to leave feed dogs up. Their action goes against the theory and free action of free motion.
I never could see the logic, either...but once I tried it, I will never go back! Leaving your feed dogs up and your stitch set at 2.5 actually works much like a stitch regulator, and because of the hopping foot, you can very, very easily move your fabric in every direction with no pull or drag.
I use Leah Day's modified hopping foot(directions on her site)..and that is just one more addition to making FMQ enjoyable...get some scrap fabric and try it...you might like it!