Pintuck Foot (5 or 7 Groove) for Singer Slant Needle (Slant Shank) Machines

This specialized pintuck foot is designed for Singer slant needle sewing machines, featuring durable all-metal hinged construction. Available in two options—5 groove or 7 groove—to create beautiful decorative tucks or pleats in fabric. Choose your desired option from the drop-down menu. Works with a twin needle and the foot's evenly spaced grooves to create uniform raised tucks on fabric for heirloom sewing, christening gowns, and elegant garments.

Key Features:

• All-metal hinged construction for long-lasting durability
• Available in two options: 5 groove or 7 groove
• Evenly spaced grooves guide twin needle for uniform tucks
• Creates raised, decorative pintucks on fabric
• Grooves act as guide for sewing multiple parallel rows
• Compatible with Singer slant needle (slant shank) machines

Perfect For:

• Heirloom Sewing: Delicate pintucks on christening gowns, baby clothes, and vintage-style garments
• Decorative Details: Add elegant texture to blouses, dresses, pillows, and linens
• Corded Pintucks: Insert cord underneath for more prominent, raised tucks
• Shadow Effects: Use brightly colored cord for subtle shadow effect visible from right side
• Creative Designs: Sew curves or shapes for artistic pintuck patterns

How the Pintuck Foot Works:

The pintuck foot features evenly spaced grooves on its underside that work with a twin needle to create uniform raised tucks. As you sew with the twin needle, the fabric is drawn up between the two needle lines, creating a raised tuck. The grooves guide previously sewn tucks, allowing you to sew multiple parallel rows with perfect spacing. The 5-groove foot creates wider spacing between tucks, while the 7-groove foot creates narrower, more closely spaced tucks for delicate heirloom work.

Choosing the Right Option:

• 5-Groove Foot: Wider spacing between grooves. Ideal for bolder pintucks, heavier fabrics, and modern decorative effects
• 7-Groove Foot: Narrower spacing between grooves. Perfect for delicate heirloom sewing, fine fabrics, and closely spaced vintage-style pintucks
• Match to Project: Choose based on desired spacing and fabric weight for professional results

Using the Foot:

1. Install Twin Needle: Insert twin needle (size 1.6, 2.0, or 2.5mm depending on desired tuck width) into machine
2. Thread Machine: Thread both needles—use two spools or thread through twin spool pin
3. Attach Foot: Install pintuck foot on slant needle machine
4. Test Settings: On scrap fabric, adjust tension (slightly tighter creates more pronounced tucks), stitch length (2.5-3.0mm works well), and pintuck height
5. Sew First Row: Sew first row of pintucks using straight stitch with twin needle
6. Sew Additional Rows: Guide previously sewn tuck into one of the foot's grooves. Sew next row—groove ensures perfect parallel spacing
7. Optional Cord: For corded pintucks, thread cord through hole in foot or under foot before sewing for more prominent raised effect

Creative Variations:

• Corded Pintucks: Insert cord underneath for more prominent, dimensional tucks
• Shadow Effect: Use brightly colored cord—creates subtle shadow visible from right side of fabric
• Curved Designs: Sew curves or shapes instead of straight lines for artistic effects
• Varied Spacing: Skip grooves to create different spacing patterns

Tips for Best Results:

• Choose 5-groove for wider spacing or 7-groove for delicate, closely spaced tucks
• Works best on lightweight to medium-weight fabrics (cotton, batiste, silk, linen)
• Use twin needle sized 1.6-2.5mm depending on desired tuck width
• Slightly tighter tension creates more pronounced raised tucks
• Grooves guide previously sewn tucks for perfect parallel spacing
• All-metal hinged construction ensures durability and precision
• Test on scrap fabric to perfect settings before starting project

Compatible with Singer Slant Needle Models:

301, 401A, 403A, 404, 411, 417, 421, 431, 500A, 503A, 600, 603, 604, 620, 625, 626, 628, 629, 630, 635, 636, 638, 639, 645, 646, 648, 649, 714, 719, 724, 734, 737, 750, 755, 756, 758, 770, 774, 775, 776, 778, 900, 920, 925, 935U, 100G, 1030, 1036, 1060, 1100, 1200, 1411N, 1411U, 1425N, 1425U, 2000, 2001, 2005, 2010, 4552, 4562, 4572, 4610, 4611, 4613, 4617, 4622, 4623, 5910, 5932, 6230, 6233, 6234, 6235, 6244, 6267, 6268, 7000, 7004, 7005, 7011, 7028, 7029, 7033, 7035, 7037, 7043, 7050, 7060, 8019, 9005, 9008, 9010, 9015, 9018, 9020, 9022, 9027, 9030, 9032, 9034, 9044, 9110, 9113, 9117, 9124, 9130, 9133, 9134, 9137, 9143, 9210, 9217, 9224, 9240, 9323, 9334, 9410, 9416, 9417, 9420, 9423, 9430, 9432, 9444, 9900, 30920, 93220, 93234, DX14C

Quality aftermarket part designed for Singer slant needle machines. Available in 5 or 7 groove options—choose from drop-down menu to match your project needs.