I own a Viking sewing machine and when I am doing straight line quilting I use my walking foot. Instead of having to mark lines with a marker of some kind on my quilt top I use this handy dandy gadget that attaches at the back of the walking foot.

On the border of my Christmas quilt I figured out how much space I wanted between the lines of quilting. I then adjust the foot that follows the previous line I quilted. As I sew my eye follows the gadget going along the line not the foot. Saves a lot of time not having to mark the top.

I did get the top all quilted yesterday. I hope to get the binding on tonight and then have it sewn by this weekend.
With Passion,
Carrie P.
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Carrie thank you for sharing info about that tool. I rarely use it, I think I will start. Looks like a time saver.
ReplyDeleteThat sure didn't take you very long! I love the mitten fabric - its so fun for winter!
ReplyDeleteI used to use mine on my Pfaff all the time...it is a wonderful tool and I do like what I'm seeing under foot!
ReplyDeleteCool, cool, cool! Yet another reason for me to get a walking foot! I have it on my list for Christmas and will be getting for myself in Jan if Santa does not come through.
ReplyDeleteWait - thats what that's for?!
ReplyDeleteI didn't know that - i took mine off - I need to get it back out!
I have one of those that came with my machine but I've never used it. Maybe I should, huh?
ReplyDeleteI can't wait to see your finished quilt. What we can see looks so pretty.
I have one of those for my old Featherweight but have never used it. It sure would make the process much quicker.
ReplyDeleteCrispy
I'm so glad you posted this! My walking foot has a gadget like this with it but I didn't know what it was for! Thanks a ton! Cindy
ReplyDeleteI don't use my walking foot very often, although I should use it more. This method would work great for cross hatching. Looking forward to seeing your finished quilt.
ReplyDeleteI have that too - and I've only used it once, lol. I can't seem to keep my eye on it, practice would probably help a LOT!
ReplyDeleteI've always loved the guide, too! It is indeed very handy. It looks like you are just rip-roaring along with that quilt. Can't wait to see the big reveal! :)
ReplyDeleteI sure do like what I see under that quilting guide! Thanks for the reminder. I purchased one last year and have yet to use it.
ReplyDeleteNeat gadget. I see a sneaky peak of a finish coming up!
ReplyDeleteI tend to forget about 'that' gadget, though it's in the basket right next to my machine. I figure I move it out of my way at least once a week!
ReplyDeleteDid I mention? I adore that mitten fabric you've got on the border!
Tracy in SW WA
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I don't use that gadget very often but I have used it, great for grid quilting as well. Exciting when you can see the finish line, hooray.
ReplyDeleteYour Chrismtas quilt is looking fabulous - love the mitten fabric!
ReplyDeleteI have one of those guides and I just love it!!!
ReplyDeleteI knew that looked familiar! I also have a Viking and love it! I see something cute under foot!!! Have you given the crochet a try yet? :0)
ReplyDeleteI see some fabric under that machine foot that I recognize...LOL
ReplyDeleteGreat gadget and I LOVE gadgets. I definitely use this one!
That looks like a great gadget! I wish I had something like that. And your quilt looks beautiful.
ReplyDeleteWhat a clever gadget!!
ReplyDeleteI like the look of your Christmas Wishes quilt, Carrie - yummy!!
Love to see your finished quilt!!! :o)
ReplyDeleteAhh... That is me that is Petra...:o) my daughter was inlogged at my computer!! :o)
ReplyDeleteand I was just wondering how I was going to quilt the border of a little quilt I'm working on. Thanks for the reminder.
ReplyDeletewill have to see if I can get one of these for my machine.........
ReplyDeleteI have a Husqvarna Platnium 750 and I have the same gadget... and I LOVE IT!!!! I use it alot when I'm doing my chenille work!
ReplyDeleteLove your disappearing nine patch blocks you got back and what a pressie to win with the gorgeous FQs!! You lucky thing you!!!
Quiltingly Yours
Andrea