Originally Posted by
clem55
now if someone would tell me how to figure and set the thing so I know how much length of fabric I need for the space I want to fill with gathers. I've never been able to figure that out and I'd love using the ruffler more. It should be easy, but my mind just won't do it.LOL
This foot is so fun to use!
I would get a yard of fabric, cut it to a width you like, and ruffle the whole thing on the first setting. Measure and write down the resultant length. Then repeat the process each time using a different setting. Now you know what the yield is for a yard of fabric on each of the settings. Store the paper with the length info with the foot and/or label each ruffled strip & save it for future reference!
You can also use the foot to do a ruched sashing or inner border. Just ruffle both sides of your strip. Adds great texture.