How to Change the Presser Foot on Your Fabricator® Sewing Machine

The Sawtooth Presser Foot and Feed Dog set that comes preinstalled on your Fabricator® Sewing Machine is ideal for a wide range of general sewing applications. But when you're ready to tackle more specialized projects or work with unique materials, upgrading to a specialty presser foot is essential for the success of your sewing projects.

In this quick Tips & Tricks video tutorial, we’ll show you step-by-step how to remove and replace the presser foot and feed dog on your Fabricator — making it easy to switch to the right foot for the job.

The Sawtooth Presser Foot is the standard foot that ships with every Fabricator machine. This foot is designed to easily climb over seams and varying fabric thicknesses, making it a great all-purpose option. It’s perfect for most everyday sewing tasks. It’s used for the majority of materials, including:

• Upholstery fabric
• Marine canvas
• Awning fabric
• Denim
• Vinyl
• Webbing
• Other heavy-duty textiles

Do I Need a Specialty Presser Foot?

Your Fabricator can do more than just basic sewing — and that’s where specialty presser feet come in. If you currently sew or plan on sewing any of the following materials or applications, you need to upgrade to a specialty foot:

• Zippers
• Leather or delicate materials
• Piping/Cording
• Double cording for upholstery
• Topstitching
• Very close to a fabric edge

How to Change the Presser Foot & Feed Dog

Watch the video below for our quick tutorial. You'll see just how easy it is to swap out your presser foot and feed dog.

Tools you'll need: A flathead screwdriver (included with your machine). Some specialty feet need a hex key for installation.

Watch Presser Foot Swap for Fabricator

Want to know which foot is right for your sewing project? Check out our in-depth guide:

Types of Presser Feet for the Fabricator® Sewing Machine

This info-packed blog details the function, recommended materials and project uses for every Fabricator presser foot available.

Shop Fabricator Presser Feet

Ready to expand your machine’s capabilities? Browse our full selection of Fabricator presser feet and feed dogs:

Shop All Fabricator Presser Feet & Feed Dogs

Need a Threading Refresher?

If you need help threading your Fabricator, click here for our threading guide.

Thanks for watching — and happy sewing!