Free Machine Embroidery Tips For Beginners!

Claire runs through some great tips to help you get started with free machine embroidery! Visit Claire's website to check out her courses...
www.clairemuir.co.uk

[@Stephens8x6Workshop]

After a lot of searching KZbin this is exactly what I was looking for. A straightforward no nonsense clear and consise helpful guide. Thank you. In my workshop I rip down wood on a table saw and spin it on my lathe at around 1,500 rpm while using chisels that can rip your head off and don't think anything of it. Sit me in front of a sewing machine and it scares the giblets out of me! Definitely a sub and a thumbs up from me ☺

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you. I have loaded a video on my channel that you might like : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

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[@tiddles4350]

You're a natural teacher Claire and your voice is lovely and soothing. ❤️

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Tilly

[@Lisanah3]

As others have said, you are a great teacher Clare. It actually feels as though you’re just talking to me, anticipating what I’m thinking, and answering it. Thank you so much. I’m actually really looking forward to getting out my sewing machine. 🙏

[@mjremy2605]

That was a perfect demo! Soothing voice, no music, well explained, covered all the basic. Very nice. Thank you, Clare. Now I know. Love your Bernina!

[@Bernergirl2008]

This is one of the most helpful videos that I have seen one this topic. Thank you!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Elizabeth

[@teresawatson7]

Absolutely fascinating. Been a sewer all my life of all different kinds too numerous to mention. The thing that moved me to try this was I was at an exhibition and saw some beautiful free embroidery landscapes. They were stunning. I walk every day so get much inspiration from nature and thought I'm going to give this a go. Trawled the web for info and ideas and came across this tutorial. Succinct and to the point, have bookmarked it so I can refer back if I get stuck. Thank you and may 2022 bring you health, happiness, peace and happier days to come.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you Teresa and thank you for your good wishes. Let's hope 2022 is a good one. There are some more videos on my KZbin channel that may interest you. I create a postcard and I show you thick thread in the bobbin which may help you with your landscapes: kzbin.info/door/1v-pVQyO7l0v80c73pc6Cw

[@jodiegrace2849]

Love your videos and will give free motion quilting a go. Love the tip about the hoop always thought you needed the sewing machine manufacturers hoop

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Jodie. I have added a video to my own channel that you might like : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@madalinatudor1873]

I like very much your tutorial. It is very good explained and you are very, very technique. I loved the fact that you talk just enough to understand everyone. From Romania, thank you very much!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you Madalina. I have added a video to my channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@nillybetty7599]

Thanks you for a very clear and uncomplicated explanation. I am a complete beginner to sewing and was instantly fascinated by machine embroidery when I came across it on a project I was doing on KZbin. Most of the videos I have seen are American and talk about many products which often are not available in the UK not to mention sounding highly complicated. Thanks again.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks. I have added a video to my own channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@brendaeves3236]

This is fantastic! I have an Atelier7 and didn’t know I could do this! Thank you so much for this clear beginner friendly video

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Brenda, Have fun having a go on your lovely machine.

[@elainevenier1624]

Thank you, Claire, exactly the instruction I needed, and I'm going to start right now!

[@raleighmck3986]

Thank you so much, you've given me the courage and knowhow to give this a go!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Raleigh, that's great to hear. Let me know how you get on. There are some more videos on my channel that you might like to see : kzbin.info/door/1v-pVQyO7l0v80c73pc6Cw

[@arwajamali90]

You explained it really nicely and clearly.got to learn a lot of useful tips.excited to start free motion applique

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you. There are some more videos on my channel : kzbin.info/door/1v-pVQyO7l0v80c73pc6Cw

[@traceyseymour7700]

Gday from Australia, thank you, thank you, have a free motion foot, but have been too scared to use, didn’t realise you could use a hoop to steady the fabric, going to give it a whirl now......again thank you sooooooo much xxxx

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Hey that's great to hear Tracey. Hope you've done loads by now

[@LisbethDavies]

Learned so much in such a short time (and the captions are excellent) - thank you!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Lisbeth

[@wandaburkholder8648]

Loved this video and how simply and easily you explained this technique. I have an embroidery machine that I have been wanting to try to use for about a year now and a sewing machine that I received for a Christmas present way back in 2014 and still have not used other then to get out of the box and look at all the parts. I don't think I even sewed a straight stitch to try it out. I used to sew simple things all the time in my younger days I am almost 53 now and also in my healthier days too. I mostly did curtains, pillow cases, I made satin roses and a few other craft items. But you have me wanting to use both of my machines now. My almost 18 year old daughter (we are both August babies 2nd & 20th) hand embroidered the letters REP on a shirt the other day to wear to the Taylor Swift concert I am taking her to on 8/7 for her birthday present because Taylor's latest CD is titled Reputation. She will be so upset that she could have used my machine to do it in no time at all. But it means more that she did it by hand. She is hoping Taylor spots her in the crowd and picks her for a meet and greet. She has loved Taylor since she was 7 and Taylor was just starting our. My daughter plays piano and ukulele and she has all but one of Taylor's song books. She has learned every single one of her songs on the piano and most on the ukulele too. She played Best Day Of My Life by Taylor for me at church on Mother's Day 2017 along with a 21-Pilots song House Of Gold and I tell you what I had a few tears when she first started singing and playing but I was full out sobbing by the time she finished along with most of the ladies in the church who are close to us. I'm sorry I always find a way to brag about my wonderful daughter Macie no matter what I start our talking about. But thank you so much Claire for sparking my interest in wanting to dust off my machines and see what they can do. I am off to watch some more of your videos. And just in case you are interested or anyone reading this my daughter has a channel on here where you can listen to her play it is called Maciemakesmusic. It would make her feel so good to have a few more views. I hope it is alright that I mentioned her. I apologize if it isn't.

[@vivlee3840]

I'm going to look up your daughter now and definitely get your sewing machines out!

[@barbaraallen512]

Thank you, Claire. Have a Blessed and Happy New Year, from Colorado, USA.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you Barbara. May 2022 be a good one for you too

[@ro88o000o]

That was so good! I love your videos I wish I could come on your course but Im in Sydney

[@karenlynnpatrick841]

Awesome! Machine freehand embroidery explained perfectly. Thank you!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Karen, you're welcome

[@user-dw8cm4si5o]

Excellent explanation and demonstration thx Clare🙏🏻

[@scottlaughlin3020]

Thanks for making it seem so simple. Maybe with time it will become simple.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

It does Scott I promise. I have added a video on my channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@ScottRedstone]

I broke out my Bernina 1008 to make a cat sack for our new kitten. Each time I use the machine I need to reread the instructions. This time I decided to learn about all the presser feet I have as well as explore different things. I found your video and it showed me how easy it is to do free machine embroidery. I wish I'd done this at the beginning of the Covid thing. But at least I found it now. Your explanation was clear and to the point. Often I find myself talking to instructional videos saying, "Get to the point and stop interjecting things you just thought about." Yup I know people who post instructional videos are taking their time to help others and do it for free. Nevertheless, when I see a well constructed video I say Thank You.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Hi Scott, I really appreciate our comments. It can be a tricky balance to get it right and I realise I can't please everyone but it's great to hear that you enjoyed it. I've done a lot of teaching so I try to incorporate the questions I often get asked. How did the cat sack go? I'm sorry I didn't see your comment earlier. If you're now hooked on free machine embroidery, you might like a look at some other videos on my channel: kzbin.info/door/1v-pVQyO7l0v80c73pc6Cw

[@paulettereid9894]

This was a great video, thank you for explaining it so well!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Paulette. I have added a video on my channel you might like kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@MsWatchdog]

This has given me confidence in making dresses for my granddaughter I'm thinking of buying a Janome machine ... looking at this machine it's given me confidence in the sense that you can literally do anything with a straight stitch and experiment with other stitches... Thanks

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks. I have added a video on my channel that you might like : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@uniquasimmons8507]

Thank you , this video was very helpful and explained thoroughly.

[@sndygskylr]

Ohh, you’ve saved me soo many mistakes I’ve been making. Thank you!!!!!

[@kindle7191]

Super cool tip at time stamp 8:20 with the zigzag stitch tip! I had no idea I could do that. Merci from Vancouver Island B.C. 🇨🇦

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you , I appreciate your comments

[@dianawhite3879]

Thank you for this very clear and concise video. I’m ready to have a go and less terrified than I was 😂.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Diana. I have added a video on my channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@ponuyyq1242]

how it even looks beautiful as a practice. thank you ladies! salute from Seoul

[@suzykalai]

Thank you sooo much for this video. I’m new to this technique. Your video was very helpful 🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Suzy. I have aded a vide to my channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@mooster47]

Very nice! You could make things easier by placing the hoop under the sewing area before attaching the presser foot.

[@lesleysholes]

Brilliant idea... i just couldn,t figure out how to get mine underneath... of course. 😁

[@elizabeththomas1555]

So informative, you have explained everything so well, thank you.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you. I have loaded a video on my channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@juliesew_me_something699]

This has encouraged me to have a go Thankyou

[@snoopyfanno1]

Thankyou, that is what I was looking for a simple but informative tutorial 👍

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Carol. I have some more videos on my own channel that might help :kzbin.info/door/1v-pVQyO7l0v80c73pc6Cw

[@fionaforth2649]

Excellent lesson for us beginners!

[@yahiraburt6677]

I liked the video but really enjoyed listening to you talk.... I've subscribed and hopefully will try embroidery out soon.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Yahira. I have added a video to my channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@maryvanhorne6063]

Fantastic tutorial Clare...I was stuck...didn't know I could raise the foot to fit hoop in so Thanks. Now my next problem is figuring out how to lower the teeth on a Janome...can't wait to get started.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Mary. I hope you have found out how to do it, it usually involves moving a sliding button at the back of the free arm of the machine.

[@lyndabaillargeon4955]

Thank you so much have a great day!

[@beauti60]

Awe Claire I am a complete novice at sewing plus have a Brain Injury so am trying to tackle most things, have made a bag and a cushion which I am proud off but now would like to have a go a Embroidery but have a Toyota ergonomic machine could you please advice me on a embroidery foot thank you.

[@matrofix]

thankfully to your lesson i found it very clearer and understandable thank you very much

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you. You might like to see some more videos on my channel: kzbin.info/door/1v-pVQyO7l0v80c73pc6Cw

[@suestutzle2779]

Thank you for that. Most informative. You have given me the confidence to give it a go. Yes, I am a bit terrified but I do want to be able to do this.. one day. Just have to hang on in there I guess.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Sue. I have added a video to my channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@gillscarisbrick645]

Thank you , another great lesson.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you Gill

[@sandiedwards4769]

Wow, that looks so easy. I am going to give it a go....no mess...no gain :-)

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Sandi. I have added a video on my channel that you might like : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@jayneisabelle7572]

That was excellent Claire xx

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Jayne

[@pdelmercado]

Excellent tutorial, thank you for the help.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Patti. There are some more videos on my channel: kzbin.info/door/1v-pVQyO7l0v80c73pc6Cw

[@inforestsweheal]

This is great! thanks!

[@CathannSmith]

Thank you so much for this incredible video.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Cathann, there are some more videos on my channel that you might like: kzbin.info/door/1v-pVQyO7l0v80c73pc6Cw

[@geraldinegranado3386]

U deserve another compliment and A big ThankU!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you Geraldine

[@valtough6217]

very helpful, thank you , feel I can give it a go now.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thats, That's great Val

[@avrilbritten9989]

the beginning bit, where the stitch popped off, is me trying to do this .. some good tips, thanks .. I need more practice!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Avril. There are some more videos on my channel that you might like: kzbin.info/door/1v-pVQyO7l0v80c73pc6Cw

[@peachdigi]

Thank you,very well explained, I will give it a go

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you. I have added a vide to my channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@abarnam2903]

Thank you for your step by instructions

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Abarna

[@shirleyannpearman2826]

Thank you, appreciate the education.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you ShirleyAnn

[@deborahpringle8512]

I'm desperate to go and buy a hoop and have a go thank you for inspiring me to try you explained it so well.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

That's brilliant Deborah. I'm determined to get everyone machine embroidering. There are some for videos on my channel:

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

kzbin.info/door/1v-pVQyO7l0v80c73pc6Cw

[@KingsailK]

Thank you so much!

[@jodiegrace2849]

Do you have any videos of the embroidery function of the machine? My Bernina 570 qe has an embroidery function on it and as a quilter I haven't really ventured into this part.

[@dinahhobbs1093]

Thanks Clare. I shall be a more confident stitcher now.

[@catherinenganga6019]

Thank you dear. Well explained.

[@ChristopherRuthVDO]

Fantastic. Thank you so much.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks. I have added a video to my own channel that you might like : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@nlm6054]

Thank you!

[@jidasim1984]

Love this tute! You’re lovely and easy to follow. You actually do take that “petrified fear” out of machine embroidery. May I ask what is the model you are using & do you have the embroidery module installed like the upgrade for the current B570 QE? Thanks in advance.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you. I'm using a Bernina 540 and no, there is no embroidery module installed.

[@kimberlypaddie]

How about that, seems pretty easy now that you demonstrated it. Thank you!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Hope you enjoy doing it Kimberly

[@maggiefreeman6513]

Great tutorial thank you.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Maggie

[@sheiladann2550]

Thank you very much inspiring.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Sheila. I have added a video to my channel that you might like : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@lynneohara8590]

Very well explained thank you

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Lynne

[@craigmonteforte1478]

thankyou for all the Tips Years ago i tried to Free Hand letters on my Walking Foot IndustrialSewing Machine i didn’t know yo could turn the Feeders off and i got very frustrated and never tried it again it’s kind of always bugged me that i knew there had to be a Way to acheive this i like the Hoop idea and i’ve figured out a way of slowing my Machine down so i’m looking foward to trying it again on my next time Sewing

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Craig. I hope you do give it a go, you'll love it !

[@mohinderpalsidhu2625]

Very great job

[@spive21]

great tutorial. what should i set my thread tension at? i have problems with my thread breaking all the time

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Hi, I had my tension set as normal. What thread are you using?

[@mariacarolinamontenegro8533]

Thank you! Really helpfull.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you Maria, glad you found it helpful

[@danageibel]

Very helpful! Thank you!!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Dana

[@KingsailK]

Thanks so much!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you

[@km37846]

Wonderful Video! Thank you thank you!!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you Kellie

[@lindasommer969]

Hello, thank you for the timely advice!! Do I need fabric stabilizer/underlining if embroidering onto flannel, if I use a hoop? Thanks again! Linda S

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Hi Linda you shouldn't need stabiliser if you use a hoop. If you didn't want to use a hoop then use a stabiliser. Hope that helps.

[@janetcozens4623]

Wow that looks Amazing as you said it is a little scarey lol but great tutorial thanks for sharing (smiles)

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you. I have added a video on my channel that you might like : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@maria9k1]

Thank you for sharing ❤️

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you Maria. There are some more videos on my channel you might like: kzbin.info/door/1v-pVQyO7l0v80c73pc6Cw

[@domjobs]

You are so interesting and so lovely teacher.bless you.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you. There are some more videos on my own Channel- Claire Muir Free Machine Embroidery

[@joannagof6662]

Really awesome video thanks

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you. I have loaded a new video on my channel that you might like : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@poojadhingra3794]

Thank you

[@tashsprague1]

Thanks for your great videos! I've been trying Free Motion embroidery for a while now and sometimes it works fine, and other times I get loads of skipped stitches, birdnesting, thread breaking etc etc. Do you have any tips for smooth stitching all the time? I can't figure out what I'm doing wrong! I use stitchable bondaweb, have cleaned my needle etc, and I don't know what else to try. Thanks!

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Hiya, skipped stitches= new needle required and the right thickness of needle. If you are sewing through quite thick fabric and the bondaweb you probably need a 90 and not an 80. Birds nest underneath= you've forgotten to lower the presser foot to engage the top tension mechanism or its just not threaded correctly at the top. Have you tried just using some calico or cotton, no backing in a hoop? Make sure the fabric is nice and taught and give that a go

[@lizcharles8475]

Thank you. After seeing your tutorial, I'll give it a go. Off to buy the hoop tomorrow.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thats great to hear Liz. I hope your'e enjoying it. There are a few more videos on my channel: kzbin.info/door/1v-pVQyO7l0v80c73pc6Cw

[@liliankuhne7456]

Thank you very much. Very clear explanation.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you. There are some more videos on my channel: Claire Muir Free Machine Embroidery

[@liliankuhne7456]

@@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863 I will subscribe. Have a nice day.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

@@liliankuhne7456 Thank you. I hope you like some of the other videos.

[@marie501061]

Hello Claire thanks for sharing this nice video with very good informations I never tried to do any embroidering I am just starting quilting, my question is that I have an ordinary old singer machine do you think that with this machine its doable to do some embroidering ?

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Marie. It depends on how old it is but give it a go. I have added a video to my own channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@beccssmith6285]

Fabulous tutorial. Thanks

[@kierrawithak]

Great video because I hate searching for information lol the thread, needle, foot, hoop, and so much moe in one video

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you. I'm so pleased you found it helpful

[@melissasmith4685]

Thanks for this vedio I have learnt alot

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Melissa. I have added a vide to my own channel that you might like : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@donnarichey144]

Interesting. Thank you

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Donna. I have aded a vide to my own channel that you might like : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@lolasinclair9091]

thanks for this video God bless you

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Lola

[@wonderwend1]

Great teaching

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks. I have added a video to my own channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@ArcanePath360]

Thanks!

[@margaretyoung7295]

Hi after you’ve finished your embroidery can you cut it off to sew on bairns jacket thank you xx

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Yes you can Margaret. I have added a video to my own channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@bjosephine4308]

Thanx for tips. But please give tips concerning the lose and tightening of the thread. Because often my machine embroidery gets tight and stretch cloth and it makes all embroidery messy..

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

I have added a video to my channel that you might like : kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@yaowamarnjunlapun5514]

Thank you claire, may i ask what size of needle you use with madeira 40 thread. Please

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

I usually use a size 80 universal and sometimes a 90 topstitch with metallic thread but not always. I often just use an 80 with metallic thread and its fine for me but the secret is not to go too fast

[@parkpoomtananimit850]

Excellent

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thank you Parkpoom

[@vivlee3840]

That's a great tutorial, thank you Claire. What Bernina model are you using.. It looks nice and spacious.

[@franknuttsewingmachines7941]

Hi Viv, thank you! The machine Claire is using is the Bernina 540. Thanks - James

[@vivlee3840]

@@franknuttsewingmachines7941 Thank you! This is such a good tutorial (as they all are!)

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks. I have added a video to my own channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@miles.w0rks]

Hello! Great video. Can you do this with a regular sewing machine?

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Yes you can. Just lower the feed dogs /drop the teeth or if your machine has it , cover them up with the plastic plate that came with the machine. Look in your instruction book for how to lower the teeth

[@carriepastrano9850]

Thanks

[@genericname6669]

Love the positive intro and you are so beautiful.

[@susanmayer8200]

very informative.

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

Thanks Susan. I have added a video to my own channel that you might like: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYbMXnR3areCh7s

[@theother9941]

Great video but is a presser foot necessary as yours doesn't seem to be in contact with the fabric ?

[@clairemuirfreemachineembro7863]

The free machine embroidery foot doesn't clamp the fabric in the same way as a conventional foot and its because of this that you can move your fabric in any direction. The presser foot helps protect your fingers from the needle and if you you are doing free motion quilting, it can help smooth the layers of the fabric.

[@uberpurplecat9297]

I don’t have the right presser foot and have heard you can just use no presser foot at all, is that true?