Your machine probably came with a bunch of presser feet, or maybe you inherited a big old sewing box full of weird old stuff, including some mystery feet. Let's explore some of them!
Depending on the machine, the way the feet attach might be quite different - such as snap-on vs. with a shank - but the basic function stays the same.
First you'll see a selection of ordinary all-purpose feet. They have a wide oval center to allow for zigzag stitching and multiple needle positions.
Next we have two straight-stitch feet. These are handy for sewing delicate fabrics. When paired with a straight-stitch throat plate, they can really help prevent fabric getting sucked into the machine!
Also note that some straight stitch feet are made for measuring accurate 1/4" seams, and some aren't. Measure your foot to be sure!
Most machines need a special foot to make buttonholes. If it's a big long rectangle, it's probably your buttonhole foot! You need the correct one for your machine to make the buttonhole function work, especially on modern machines with 1-step buttonholes.
Finally, we've got these weird little blue guys. They're meant for sewing buttons on by machine! You set your stitch to a wide, very short zigzag and place the button under the foot. The rubbery blue bit helps hold the button in place while you sew.
There are tons of presser feet out there, so we'll be exploring more of them in an upcoming Fun Fact!
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