Originally Posted by
Barb in Louisiana
I just have to ask....since none of my machines can sew a straight seam....haha. What kind of sewing machine do you have? I am getting better with the 1/4" seam, but not to where I am confident enough to not pin all my seams.
My straight-shooter is a Pfaff Ambition - approximately $700 or so. When I sat down at a show try it, I sent a piece of fabricc down without holding on at all. It sewed so straight. It also has IDT which is a built-in walking foot- like lever which helps guide the fabric. They were the first to have it and now you can get the same thing (called other names) on high-end machines. I am a Pfaff fan.
I also learned the technique of holding two strips (without pinning) while guiding them through. I forget who it was that showed this but you hold and match the strips about ten inches or so away from the machine and let er rip! Keep matching and sewing.
I also have recently acquired a Featherweight for $200 and darned if that doesn't sew straight also.
Sorry this is so long!