The Dual Feed function can successfully be used for precision stitching, matching plaids and sewing techniques that need to feed evenly as they go under the foot. You have 20C pictured but 20D in the description. So of course there are two styles of brackets. The dual feed is engaged with 'D' feet in order to facilitate better fabric movement over the 9mm feed dogs - used when doing all sorts of different sewing/stitching. Patchwork Foot #37D is a straight stitch foot that makes sewing ¼” and ⅛” seams easy and precise. Matter of fact some have gone as far to state “if you have the dual feed you don’t need a walking foot”; which we know is not true. The walking foot is made for over two layers (think quilts) whereas the Bernina dual-feed is made for 2 layers (think piecing). I played around and some of your comments were spot on. All Rights Reserved. Non-Stick Zigzag Foot #52D has a special coating on the sole that lets it slide over plastic, leather, and other “sticky” fabrics. I have a B750 Bernina. It usually works in conjunction with other types of feed mechanisms. Patchwork Foot #57D is identical to Foot #37, with an added guide for extra insurance for precision stitching. I agree. There are eleven presser feet that are available as Dual Feed feet. The administrator has disabled public write access. So, I will be ordering a walking foot for it. It usually works in conjunction with other types of feed mechanisms. There are two foot holders in the AcuFeed Flex system; Single/Narrow and Dual/ Twin. Edgestitch Foot #10D has a guide to help stitch perfectly straight along a seam or edge; great for in-the-ditch stitching. The dual feed got in the way of the sandal. Poor feeding of the fabric can result in mismatched patterns, ill-fitting garments, and misaligned projects. I was informed that 'dual feed' applied to two layers of fabric. Dual Feed function can successfully be used for precision stitching, matching plaids and sewing techniques that need to feed … No ripples or puckers, but these were smaller pieces, well-basted. The Even Feed Foot, sometimes referred to as the walking foot, is designed with a set of feed dogs which allow the fabric to feed without shirting and eliminates the problem of the under layer of fabric coming up short. Open Embroidery Foot #20D is for 9 mm decorative stitching; similar to Embroidery Foot #6 but has the front cut away for better visibility of the stitching area. Patchwork Foot with Guide #97D fits the feed teeth of BERNINA models with a maximum of 9mm stitch width. I use mine for machine appliqué all the time. The even feed foot is also great for topstitching, which can be spoilt due to irregularity of stitching. The new Bernina 8-series also have built-in dual feed, which I think is better than on the Pfaffs. In my opinion, the larger surface of the walking foot, helps pull the quilt, or whatever thru the machine more evenly. So, the advice given for other machines doesn't apply to the 830. I have tried to use my walking foot on my 790 and it does work. Walking foot mechanism – Machines that use the walking foot mechanism swaps a regular immobile presser foot with a moving walking foot that actively works to move the material being sewn. I use the walking foot with the seam guides for making a grid while quilting. Jeans Foot #8D is a straight stitch foot that concentrates needle power for better penetration when sewing through thick, heavy, dense layers. They both have similar functions – moving the top fabric while the bottom fabric is moved by the feed dog. I am wanting to buy a walking foot for my Bernina 1130. I didn’t get a separate guide with my 97D foot. Reverse Pattern Foot #1D is an all-purpose foot and works well for forward-feed and multi-motion decorative stitches. The Acufeed Flex system was another ingenious Janome development. The presser foot holds the fabric down and as the feed dog moves, it takes the fabric with it. I use all of these Dual Feed presser feet on my B 790 PLUS and they will work on all BERNINA models that have the Dual Feed function. Dual feed has a separate motor so the top fabric that is usually behind can keep up with the lower piece. I purchased a walking foot years ago for my B230PE. The article gives other great suggestions for sewing velvet. The photo below shows plaid fabric pieces seamed together using Reverse Pattern Foot #1C. I always had a Pfaff, with it's built in dual feed & I loved it!! I read your comment saying that mismatched plaid makes it look homemade. I now have a Bernina 830, (new style), that I bought used, it came with the dual feed as well as a walking foot. A walking foot can be used on sewing machines that don’t include the dual-feed feature. And, it is VERY bulky! I have a Bernina Series 8, 830. The dual-feed on my first Pfaff [a new 7550] is THE reason that I bought the second two Pfaffs also with dual-feeds [a used 1473CD and a used 1222]. The problem is that even if the plaids almost match, the garment has a “homemade” look to it. with lots of layers to keep it all feeding evenly. Fabric feeding isn’t something we think about very often, but it can be important to the final results of your sewing projects. Each has a function & each perform that function in a different manner. Dual Feed function can successfully be used for precision stitching, matching plaids and sewing techniques that need to feed evenly as they go under the foot. To counteract the shifting of the fabric, there is a foot that is designed so that all layers feed evenly called by several names, a walking foot, a dual feed foot or an even feed foot. They took the even-feeding action of a regular walking foot and amped it up, or, as I say, it’s like a walking foot on steroids. Wait – there’s a sample in a minute! I ended up having to sew the strap from the center out on each side. I could do it on the Q20 long arm, but I kind of like the "mind monotony" that ditching on my 880 with walking foot provides!!! The walking foot is used on the bernina just like (when) you've used it on the Juki - i.e. Stitching the plaid with Reverse Pattern Foot #1D is a different story. Walking Foot #50 and the Dual Feed available on some BERNINA models can help. I was repairing a leather sandal strap and I waited to use my 10D to edge stitch. The Walking Foot can also do these tasks. I must say that for thicker layers, the walking foot on my Bernina is better. All I have to say is have you shopped for any clothing in plaid or any pattern that needs to be matched?..I think perfect matching has a custom made look, not home-made or factory made! Find tips for sewing with Walking foot #50 here, and read all about quilting with the Walking foot #50 here. The Dual Feed function can be used for stitching small quilted items with light batting but is not suitable for large, heavy quilting projects. However on small projects the dual feed works well but for large ones I prefer to use the walking foot. I bit the bullet and did purchase the walking foot for my 880. I was quilting a rather bulky quilt on it & it really helped move things thru the machine, better than the dual feed. Get in touch with your local BERNINA store. Is 20D new. While the dual feed is great for general sewing or piecing, the walking foot really does help with multiple layers. 2009. Our sewing machines have a set of feed teeth in the bed of the sewing machine that helps to feed the fabric evenly under the presser foot. The  fabric pieces shift and one feeds slightly faster than the other, causing the plaids to be slight mismatched. The Walking Foot can also do these tasks. Walking Foot #50 can successfully be used for precision stitching, matching plaids and sewing techniques that need to feed evenly as they go under the foot. The administrator has disabled public write access. You are quilting with your standard foot, not a walking foot, and as you quilt your project is moving through the feed dogs that lie just beneath your presser foot. Zipper Foot #4D makes it possible to stitch next to zipper coils. We all want our work to look custom made! After working all week, it helps to just relax the brain. Walking Foot #50 can successfully be used for precision stitching, matching plaids and sewing techniques that need to feed evenly as they go under the foot. For more information on the feet in this post, see The Big Book of Feet at your local BERNINA store. I was informed that dual feed applied to two layers of fabric. 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