Who oh why no more Stevie Videos ! I could watch them all day !

@LucilleCarmichaelPDX

Жыл бұрын

Same.

I'd love to see you do a video on double needle set-up, use, and applications. ❤️

Thank you!

I need to see if I have a Q foot now! Going to look through all my Kenmore attachments and accessories now!

Clicked on your video ‘cos I liked your machines, stayed and subbed ‘cos I liked your chit chat 🤗🤗🤗

@SewSaveMe

Жыл бұрын

Awesome! Thank you!

Thank you for an informative video. 😊. Love it!

The stitch quality on your sample is gorgeous. I'm on the hunt for this foot for my recently acquired Kenmore 1803. Thank you for sharing.

So glad I found your channel. I found a 158 Japanese model, at a thrift shop. It came with a Q foot. The packaging is grey. Awesome channel. :)

Stevie. Love you. Someone was badmouthing the Kenmore for skipped stitches on knits so I just sent her your video.

I got my machine at the mall from sears in the 70s and it came with a q foot . I forgot about how good the q foot works. thanks for doing this video. my machine still works perfect

Such a good resource, much Hugs thanks.

@SewSaveMe

2 жыл бұрын

You are so welcome

Your machine (in the video),sounds amazing ....so quiet and so smooth running. I am fortunate to own 2 Q-feet. One w/ machine I purchased and one came with a box of feet I purchased. both for super high shank. Thank you for your videos

@SewSaveMe

2 жыл бұрын

From what I understand the 158.1802 is one of the smoothest running machines and highly saut after.

Thankyou ! You are the best!

I am in love with Kenmore machines. I was so sad when Sears stopped selling them. The one I use now is 35 years old, works perfectly. I was so happy when I found out that in Sears last days, the Kenmore's were all made by Janome, so that's what I look for now (Just bought my first serger). I am not fond of Singer (crap quality now that they're all made in China) - but my 1939 Singer treadle, made in America, will live forever. Works like brand new.

Thank you !! I've had the Kenmore 1914 sewing machine for around 6 years maybe longer & never have used my Q foot it came with, & I always have the worst time sewing with knits !! In fact now that I think about it, I sometime back my quilts with minky, & will be backing with cotton spandex fabric I bet that foot will be great when topstitching with this foot !! I sew alot of baby stuff with cotton spandex fabric and I'm always struggling !!! Thank you Thank you !!!!! Like honestly!! Can't wait to try it out !!

I was just given my mom's 158.1703 kenmore and found out that the foot called the Sears Stretch Stitch foot is actually a Q foot. Very happy 😊

@SewSaveMe

2 жыл бұрын

Be Warned Kenmore also made another foot KM6784 it was also gold shanked and came with machines. I have this foot and it does work with most knits But I was unable to make it sew power mesh and super 4 way strech materials. The Bottom of it is a bit different then a Qfoot. How ever My Knit foot is not marked with any numbers or patent pending. And all the Qfeet ive seen does have markings on them Like a Q on the foot or Patent Pending or even a number stamped on them. Dead give away if its a qfoot I think is if its got markings on it. Otherwise Assume its a KM6784 Knit foot. The KM6784 is still not a bad foot to have And ive used it on Tshirts works ok. But the Qfoot is more magic.

@seffssweetsstitches2897

2 жыл бұрын

@@SewSaveMe the foot I have does have "Pat Pend" labeled on it. Wish I could post a picture of it, just to be certain.

@SewSaveMe

2 жыл бұрын

Its Def not a Knit foot then. I cant say ive seen loads of them But the two Ive seen didnt have any markings on them. Only foot ive seen with markings is the Qfoot.

My latest estate sale Kenmore came with a low shank Q foot and needles in the original blue box. Always wanted to try them out!

Thank you! I just ordered a Q foot from ebay.

In the super high shank ones, I believe some are for the left-homing needle machines, and then for centre?

I have a Kenmore 158-1802, and it sounds totally different from yours. Awesome machines. Also have 158-1941, free arm, and 158-1430 flatbed...same machines just different beds. These along with the Singer 201-2 are in my opinion the best domestic machines ever made. We already agree on Kenmore foot pedals. Happy, safe, and healthy New Year

@SewSaveMe

3 жыл бұрын

Thanks, you too!

I Love my 1050- I gave the 1040 which is also wonderful to the little girl next door.

I love your videos, you've given me confidence to work on my machines :) Now if I could find the Q foot for my machine. I've been looking online everywhere. Any suggestions? Thanks so much.

@SewSaveMe

3 жыл бұрын

If its a low shank there kinda rare and hard to find. I have one low shank qfoot and it took me a year to find one on ebay.

Would this ft work on an old kenmire machine. All the ft i have have ankles

How is the Q foot manufactured so it sews knit so much better?

As always, an EXCELLENT video! I've seen a Q foot here and there on ebay and have been tempted to buy it as I have 4 vintage Kenmores. So gotta get me one of those little buggers! One of my machines is a "Ketherweight" 1040 that I adore. And of all my Kennies, this one is the best for sewing knits, and it works exceptionally well with double needles. Like you, I'll not buy a cover stitch either; it'd be a waste of money. The little 1040 is a gem and as I'm sure you know, it's pretty fast. And I'm drooling over your 1050 - it has a different cute look from the previous Ketherweights and I'm always on the lookout. Would you be willing to tell me if there are any significant functional differences between the two? And have you ever seen or picked up a 1060? I'm having a relapse of S.M.A.D (Sewing Machine Acquisition Disorder) and would love to find a 1050. Of course I risk my husband divorcing me if he sees another machine coming into the house so . . . . . . we'll see. 😁

@SewSaveMe

3 жыл бұрын

the 1050 has some more additional stitches they were able to stuff in to the cam stack but other then that its not much different then the 1040. The 1060 is quit different and yes Ive had one of them and sold it. Other then a collector item its not much smaller then a full size free arm machine and I could not see a reason to keep it. Esp for what they sell for. My 1760 is my free arm goto and it can do all the kenmore stitches as it has a cam stack and takes cams.

@PibbleMom297

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

Love your videos! What kenmore model is this?

I always enjoy your videos! I'm a kindred soul when it comes to Kenmore's. I got my first one around 1969, a model 159-1400 and I loved it! I'd only sewed on my mother's White Rotary 77 (also a great machine but only straight stitch) and was thrilled to have stretch stitches for knits!! I have a bunch of the 158 series; not sure how many at this point as they're all over the house, but at least 12 or more! I don't have a 1050, but I do have a 1040 that I rehabbed (learned a lot from you about such things!) and I love it. I TOTALLY agree with you about twin needles! I refuse to buy a cover stitch as well. Twin needles work beautifully for all sorts of projects: t-shirts, underwear, knit dresses and lots more. I particularly like using them for underwear seams because they end up much softer than serged seams which can rub and cause irritation on sensitive skin. And of course they're superb for knit hems. Thanks for all the wonderful advice and instructions you share.

Hi there, while surfing around I came around to your channel. And I happen to have come across a kenmore sewing foots, a lot of them and one of them is the one you are demonstrating. Do you have other "tools" / sewing foots for this machine??? I would love to see demos. I have these large "knobs" that I have no clue what they are used for, hopefully you will read this and provide an answer. thank you very much for sharing your videos.

@SewSaveMe

2 жыл бұрын

I have a full set of feet for my 158.1802 I didnt do all of the feet because the manual for most kenmores and the feet that fit the machine is pretty good. Go find the 158.1802 book and it has all the imporant feet and how to use them in the book.

Will the Q-foot work well with the Kenmore 158.903? I understand that the Q-foot and the Applique foot are one and the same?? I better check all of Kenmore feet to see if I already have it, and just have not used it. Your thoughts on the 903 please!

@SewSaveMe

4 жыл бұрын

The Qfoot and the Applique foot are not the same. The underside of those feet are shaped different. The Qfoot is able to do what it does because the unique design of Kenmores Feed Dogs and combination to the foot it self. As far as you 903 you can always put on one it and see if it sews knits like cotton if it does then your in great shape.

Where can you buy one

The multi-point zig zag is a "mending stitch". I have a Kenmore Ultra-Stitch 12, and need to repair bras. I am not finding a Q-foot, though the manual says there should be one, and since I got this sewing machine from my mother, there may be a Q-foot in her sewing stuff - I certainly have plenty of Singer feet from her old sewing machine. So, assuming that I find that Q-foot, what stitch should I use to go over the areas where fabric glue had been used? - I hate bras, and wear them as little as possible (it's one of the many female-taxes), and since I do have work to go to (even today during Covid), I need to wear them. Please help!

@SewSaveMe

3 жыл бұрын

I went by what the Kenmore book calls the Multi-Point Zig Zag. I am not sure what will work best for you because I don't use fabric glue at all.

I have never heard of a Kenmore machine before. I'm in Scotland. I can't even find a knit foot for my 1015 Bernina. Is Kenmore specifically a US brand?

@rebeccadills1520

2 жыл бұрын

Made by Sears, a department store in America.

I have a Q-Foot, but have not used it much. My concern is having a supply of needles for it. You mentioned "Ball Point" needles. I was told that, presently, there are "Stretch" needles, and that most all needles now are ball point. Are modern needles intended for stretch fabrics useable with the Q-Foot; or are needles for the Q-Foot special in some way?

@SewSaveMe

Жыл бұрын

Good Question I have a small amount of Qfoot needles ive never used one. I always use a ball point for knits and they work just fine with that foot.

I bought a pink atlas at a thrift store. The motor races and will only go one speed. I replaced the foot pedal and it never helped. Do you have any suggestions for me on what needs to be fixed?

@SewSaveMe

5 жыл бұрын

With out a lot more info Im not sure how to help. You can always hit is up on our Facebook page maybe we can give you more clues why this is doing it.

@PibbleMom297

3 жыл бұрын

I know I'm way behind the 8-ball considering this was a year ago. But if you still have the machine, have someone who understands electric motors to look at it. It sounds as though it was rewired and done so incorrectly. I learned this the hard way myself when I re-wired the pedal & light cords incorrectly on one of my machines. My machine did exactly that. It turns on and races at high speed. As soon as I transposed the wires, it worked perfectly.

Is there a substitute foot to use if you can't find a short shank Q foot?

@SewSaveMe

Жыл бұрын

Not that ive found. The Qfoot is pretty magic for these machines fyi they only work with kenmores Feed dog design they dont work on other machines like there suppose to. And not all Low shank machines work eather. Pretty safe if your machine is a 158 148's are hit and miss for qfoot.

@skogul

Жыл бұрын

@@SewSaveMe thank you for the great response! I'll keep hunting :)

Where do you buy this for 158 series kenmore?

@SewSaveMe

2 жыл бұрын

Try Ebay or other online places. There not made no more as far as Im aware but the super High shank version is very common.

Sweetie ,did you do that on purpose, matching your nail polish to your machine?

@SewSaveMe

5 жыл бұрын

My machine isnt light blue :)

I have a 185-1345...will high shank fit on it?

@SewSaveMe

2 жыл бұрын

no clue as I dont have that model of machine. And im not familiar with that number. If your asking about a 148 series most of those were Low shank and not designed to work with the Qfoot some will some wont from what I understand. The Feed dogs were different design from the 148 to the 158's. Most 158 machines can use a Qfoot properly but Again im not sure what machine your talken about but If its a super high shank it most defataly should work with it. If its a 158 Low shank they did make that foot in Low Shank. I have 1 Low shank 158 series machine that works perfect with the Low Shank Qfoot. Dead give away if your machine can use the qfoot is if it has built in strech stitchs or can use the Stretch stitch cams.

@sewndebisdream6953

2 жыл бұрын

@@SewSaveMe yes.it has a stretch stitch so maybe it would work. It is mentioned in the manual, of course it didn't come with one. Thanks.

@SewSaveMe

2 жыл бұрын

Then it should work just like my 1802. You could always join the Kenmore sewing group on facebook too. Theres lots of good information about these machines there. And Free Manuals in the Files.

It was hard to see the foot clearly. Love your videos.

also you do videos on how to the maintance on the kenmore's sewing machine??, Wow, your fast on the pedal!!! lol

@SewSaveMe

2 жыл бұрын

Na kenmores are slower then most machines esp compaired to a singer. But I use a 2491u industrial machine a lot so sewing on my 1802 is very slow.

Can I get a Q foot for my Bernina?

@SewSaveMe

5 жыл бұрын

No the Qfoot is Kenmore only and dont work with every kenmore but mainly the 158's. Im not a Bernina expert by all means but msg our facebook page. My friend crystal would know if bernina has a foot made to work with knits. Im sure they do.

@terrigelbaum8066

5 жыл бұрын

@@SewSaveMe Thank you so much for answering my queries. You are the sweetest.....

I have never heard pf the Q foot

@SewSaveMe

3 жыл бұрын

You should get one there amazing.

why do your kenmore sewing machinee just spin slow before it seww

@SewSaveMe

3 ай бұрын

Because I changed out the belts with fractional Hp solid rubber belts.