If you've just bought your first sewing machine, you'll need to learn the basic sewing techniques. Look no further than our video guide taking you through how to use the foot pedal on your sewing ...

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This removable foot keeps fabric in place as you sew. Different feet are ... you to choose between different machine stitches. Newer machines have buttons to select stitches (as shown).