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ALTERNATIVE PRESSER FOOT [1 record]

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Record 1 2004-05-07

English

Subject field(s)
  • Sewing Machines
DEF

An attachment for [the] sewing machine that enables smoother sewing when using several layers or fabric.

CONT

[The] walking foot ... provides an extra bit of hold from the top that works with the feed dogs below the fabric, pushing the fabric during the sewing process. It "walks" the fabric. It also works well with slippery fabrics that may need control not available with the feed dogs only.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Machines à coudre
CONT

Règlage du pied presseur alternatif et du pied presseur intérieur.

Spanish

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