With practice, it will become second nature to use a gathering foot rather than a long stitch for soft ruffles; to make and attach piping in a single step; and to add binding quickly. Go through labeled photos of the machines; then see the challenges posed by different stitches, threads, and fabrics and how to meet them with style. Perfect every technique, and try them out on our projects.
The first section of this book concerns itself with the various accessories, mostly feet, available for the sewing machine or serger and their uses. The second part is a series of projects to use some of these accessories. A good way to familiarize yourself with all the capabilities of your machines.