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Tamara 02-09-2011 06:52 AM
Originally Posted by Tamara
Ok, I don't have a walking foot yet, so before I go out and buy one this week what do you think about them pros and cons.
I'll be useing for straight line quilting.
Okay, I got my walking foot yesterday and thanks everyone. I love it, its is so easily too use.
Again thanks for all the help.

Jo Mama 02-09-2011 07:29 AM
Originally Posted by MemoryKeeper
Frustrating just barely describes my experiences with my Brother and a walking foot!!!! I'm glad you've had good luck with your Brother and the W. foot. I think I'll throw my machine in the truck and head for the nearest machine sales/repair shop
I still believe in the Pfaff built in even feed walking foot which comes in the higher priced Pfaffs and Janomes HOWEVER, check e-bay and craig's list for the Pfaff 7550 or 7570 which were still made in Germany and can be purchased for a fraction of the cost of the new ones made in China. They are wonderful.

JUNEC 02-09-2011 08:58 AM
Originally Posted by Tamara
Ok, I don't have a walking foot yet, so before I go out and buy one this week what do you think about them pros and cons.
I'll be useing for straight line quilting.
I love mine. Make sure you get the one that does with your machine

JUNEC 02-09-2011 09:00 AM
Originally Posted by RugosaB
Originally Posted by Mkotch
I find my walking foot is essential. Keep it handy along with the screwdriver that came with my machine. I guess your success depends on the brand of sewing machine? I have two Vikings, one old (metal parts) and the other medium-aged. Both work well with the WF.
I have a Viking 630, supposedly all metal parts. What model do you have? What a timely topic. My Viking is at the repair shop, getting cleaned, and on my list of things to buy that I gave the guy, was a walking foot. He made sure I was aware that it wouyld be a little over $100

The poor thing's been gone since Friday :(
I didn't think they were that expensive

Donnamarie 02-09-2011 11:17 AM
Fantastic, love it. I use it all the time for quilting but also for putting on bindings. I works beautifully.

cheryl rearick 02-09-2011 12:02 PM
I've to date never used one. I read what you all write, and think wow this is good, Maybe someday. :)

maryj 02-09-2011 05:31 PM
I use it all the time. A good investment for me.

colleenancel 02-09-2011 11:30 PM
Originally Posted by mimisharon
Originally Posted by NewYearsOld
Originally Posted by Vanuatu Jill
Fantastic-it is made to go over the thick quilt sandwich-the feel dogs and walking foot working together so the fabric won't pull. It is great for SID and gentle curves-not for FMQ. If you plan to do much machine quilting, it is a must!
Ditto! Ditto! Ditto! And I always use it when sewing the binding on!
It makes quilting work better, it works wonderfully on purses, keeps the fabric from slipping. Well, worth the investment.

libber 02-10-2011 09:54 AM
April's 1930's has a new walking foot for FW's for $24.95
www.april1930s.com The site has several close up pictures as well as how April tests out a new product before she will 'endorse' it.

libber 02-10-2011 09:55 AM
Oops, I meant $28.95 at Aprils.

FranGal 02-10-2011 10:36 AM
I went on line after all you quilters said to get the one that goes with your machine. i ordered a walking foot for my Viking 6000 series (old metal) for $39.95, plus a needle clamp attachment screw, from Discount Sewing Machine in Lakeway, Texas. They only do PayPal or check so did check and can not wait.
Originally Posted by JUNEC
Originally Posted by RugosaB
Originally Posted by Mkotch
I find my walking foot is essential. Keep it handy along with the screwdriver that came with my machine. I guess your success depends on the brand of sewing machine? I have two Vikings, one old (metal parts) and the other medium-aged. Both work well with the WF.
I have a Viking 630, supposedly all metal parts. What model do you have? What a timely topic. My Viking is at the repair shop, getting cleaned, and on my list of things to buy that I gave the guy, was a walking foot. He made sure I was aware that it wouyld be a little over $100

The poor thing's been gone since Friday :(
I didn't think they were that expensive

Somerset Val 02-10-2011 12:19 PM
I can't imagine life without a walking foot - no pleats, no puckers, just smooth stitching and fabric! For those of you who have had a bad experience, I would suggest it's worth trying again but, as has already been said, don't go for a cheap option.

libber 02-10-2011 01:11 PM
Question...what to look for to decide which types/brands are of good quality and those of lesser quality, other than price comparing?

vschieve 02-10-2011 01:31 PM
Originally Posted by libber
Question...what to look for to decide which types/brands are of good quality and those of lesser quality, other than price comparing?
All metal vs. plastic when possible.

nycbgirl 02-10-2011 02:36 PM
Definitely worth buying!

libber 02-10-2011 04:02 PM
Thank you. So what brand of walking foot do you recommend from your experience?

colleenancel 02-12-2011 12:01 AM
Originally Posted by Jo Mama
Originally Posted by MemoryKeeper
Frustrating just barely describes my experiences with my Brother and a walking foot!!!! I'm glad you've had good luck with your Brother and the W. foot. I think I'll throw my machine in the truck and head for the nearest machine sales/repair shop
S'm sorry you aren't getting along with your Brother. I love mine, and both my daughters have them. I do notice a difference in the quality between the three machines--the lighter ones get testy. I use the walking foot which came with the machine, and it has worked really well. I don't like not being able to back tack to tie off the last stitch, but that's the only problem.

I still believe in the Pfaff built in even feed walking foot which comes in the higher priced Pfaffs and Janomes HOWEVER, check e-bay and craig's list for the Pfaff 7550 or 7570 which were still made in Germany and can be purchased for a fraction of the cost of the new ones made in China. They are wonderful.

karenpatrick 03-10-2011 05:27 AM
They are an absolute necessity!!

karenpatrick 03-10-2011 05:38 AM
I have 3 machines (2 Brothers and aa White) and I use them all. They all came with walking feet. They all are good quality and I have no problems with them and I can back stitch with all of them.


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