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Zipper foot

Attaching zippers became much easier with the zipper foot. It is also among the most common sewing machine
attachments, and most sewing machines have it included. Compared to other feet, it is narrower to allow stitching
around the zipper. The zipper foot can hold the zipper in place as the needle gets close to the edge of the project,
thanks to its notches. Therefore, you can sew without hitting the zipper teeth, which can break the needle. Some
zipper feet are even adjustable by having a slider on the back so that you can change its position.(Fig 2)

Fig 2

Satin stitch foot

If you make decorative stitches often, it’s best to get a satin stitch foot. This sewing machine attachment allows
the machine to make dense stitches that it’s also used for appliques. Therefore, another name for the satin foot
is the applique foot. You can determine a satin stitch foot by its groove underneath to prevent decorative stitches
from getting distorted. Some are even transparent, so you can see how your stitches work out. The transparency
can also help you know if you are attaching the applique correctly.(Fig 3)

Fig 3

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