I would look online at the "sewing parts online" site, then make a phone call to them. Sew Classic is also good about answering questions, and if anyone would know, she would. I've never sewn on an Elgin. My high shank machines are Kenmore. A good point about the Kenmores is that some of them have a presser foot that can be raised just a bit higher than you would think. Have you tried putting the samples of fabric and batting together and stitching without a walking foot?