Glaciersew Report post Posted September 15, 2018 I have a non reversing walking foot machine. I’ve seen several methods for making the locking stitch, or backtac ? Curious what is your preference? Which, in your opinion works best? Thank you #1 spin work around and stitch over 4-5 stitches #2 lift presser foot slide work back. Insert needle and go back over stitches #3 when starting work. Position it backwards. Make 4-5 stitches and spin work around then move in your forward direction? Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
chrisash Report post Posted September 15, 2018 #3 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
garypl Report post Posted September 15, 2018 I use #3 for machine with no reverse. I will sometimes punch 3-4 holes at beginning and end of the seam and leave extra thread at both ends, then saddle stitch ends by hand. Gary Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Mark842 Report post Posted September 15, 2018 Depends on the needle and machine I'm using, specifically if my stitch is straight or angled. If the stitch is straight I prefer spinning my work around unless its a very large piece. If it is an angled stitch it always seems like I can line it up better using reverse. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Albob Report post Posted September 15, 2018 #3 works for me, but I only back stitch 2 or 3 . Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Willie0 Report post Posted September 16, 2018 If it is in a place no one sees or for a utility piece (like canvas repair) #2. If looks matter I leave the tails long and use needles. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
plinkercases Report post Posted September 16, 2018 If the work allows I start with 3 and end with 1.... 2 if necessary and of on the inside when completed I will leave tails and tie it off sometimes. Rarely but occasionally use the needles a WilleoO has indicated. So really.... YES... but not usually 4-5 ...3 make me comfortable. Hand stich 2 doubled up stitches. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites