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Fig 24

Some simply snap on or off the machine.
Some are removed by pressing a lever or release button on the shank.
Others are attached to the shank and need to be removed together with a small screwdriver.
Some have the shank already attached and have to be removed completely to put the new foot on.

Practice Using Zipper Foot
1 Choose the Right Zipper Foot:
- There are different types of zipper feet available. Ensure you select the appropriate one for your sewing
machine.
- The zipper foot is narrower than a regular presser foot, allowing you to sew close to the zipper coil without
stitching over it.
2 Attach the Zipper Foot: Screw-on Zipper Foot:
- Remove the regular presser foot assembly from your machine.
- Attach the narrow zipper foot by screwing it on in place.

- The zipper foot can be adjusted to either side of the needle.
3 Position the Needle:
- Adjust the position of the needle to sew close to the zipper teeth without hitting them.
- You want the stitches to be very close to the zipper coils but not directly on top of them.
4 Sewing with the Zipper Foot:
- Place the fabric pieces with the zipper sandwiched in between.
- Lower the zipper foot onto the fabric, aligning it with the zipper edge.

- Start sewing, ensuring the needle is close to the zipper teeth.
- When you reach the zipper pull, stop with the needle down in the fabric.
- Lift the presser foot and carefully zip the zipper past the foot, keeping the fabric aligned.
- Lower the presser foot again and continue sewing to the end of the zipper seam.
5 Finish and Press:
- Secure the thread ends by backstitching or knotting.
- Press the seam open or to one side, depending on your project.
6 Invisible Zipper Foot (Optional):

- If you’re working with an invisible zipper, consider using an invisible zipper foot.
- This foot has grooves on the underside to allow the zipper coil to pass through smoothly.
- It ensures that the seam lines lie very close to the zipper coil, making the zipper nearly invisible when
closed.

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