Three-Sole Walking Foot with Seam Guide #50 is a wiz at working with challenging fabrics. Especially well suited to machine quilting and to sewing “sticky” materials, this foot also helps you match stripes and plaids by preventing the fabrics that are being stitched together from shifting.
Three-Sole Walking Foot with Seam Guide #50 features a standard sole, a special quilting sole, and a sole with a central guide for edgestitching and stitching in the ditch. In addition, its two seam guides help you sew accurately. The result: projects with consistent stitching and perfectly matched patterns.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Bernina #50 Walking Foot used for?
The Bernina #50 Walking Foot with Three Soles is designed to feed multiple layers of fabric evenly from both the top and bottom. It’s ideal for quilting, sewing thick fabrics, matching stripes and plaids, working with slippery materials and reducing fabric shifting during sewing.
What’s included with the Bernina #50 Walking Foot?
The Bernina #50 Walking Foot includes three interchangeable soles:
- Standard Sole – for everyday sewing and quilting
- Open Sole – for improved visibility when topstitching and decorative sewing
- Stitch-in-the-Ditch Sole – perfect for quilting along seams
A seam guide is also included for accurate parallel rows of stitching.
Which Bernina machines is the #50 Walking Foot compatible with?
The version sold by Two Petals is compatible with all Bernina machines manufactured from 1996 onwards that accept the current style of Bernina presser feet.
If you’re unsure whether your machine is compatible, simply contact Two Petals and we’ll be happy to confirm.
I have an older Bernina. Can I still buy a #50 Walking Foot?
Yes. If your Bernina uses the older style presser feet, Two Petals can usually source the appropriate version on special request.
Simply leave your sewing machine model in the notes at checkout or give us a call before ordering, and we’ll ensure you receive the correct foot.
Is the Bernina #50 Walking Foot genuine?
Yes. Two Petals stocks only genuine Bernina presser feet, ensuring perfect compatibility, excellent stitch quality and the durability Bernina accessories are known for.
Do I need a Walking Foot for quilting?
A Walking Foot is one of the most useful accessories for quilting. It helps feed the quilt top, batting and backing evenly, reducing puckering and helping maintain consistent stitch quality when quilting straight lines or assembling quilt tops.
Can I use the #50 Walking Foot for fabrics other than quilting cotton?
Absolutely. The #50 Walking Foot performs exceptionally well on many fabrics, including:
- Denim
- Canvas
- Corduroy
- Vinyl
- Faux leather
- Laminated fabrics
- Fleece
- Flannel
- Minky
- Multiple layers of fabric
It is particularly useful whenever fabrics tend to shift or stretch during sewing.
What’s the difference between the three soles?
Each sole is designed for a different sewing application:
- Standard Sole – General sewing, quilting and matching fabric layers.
- Open Sole – Improved visibility for decorative stitches, applique and topstitching.
- Stitch-in-the-Ditch Sole – Makes it easier to quilt precisely along seam lines.
Changing soles allows one walking foot to handle a wide variety of sewing projects.
Why should I buy my Bernina accessories from Two Petals?
When you purchase from Two Petals, you’re buying from an Authorised Bernina Dealer that stocks only genuine Bernina accessories. If you have any questions about compatibility, our experienced team can help you choose the correct foot for your machine. We can also source older-generation Bernina feet for compatible machines on request.
Can Two Petals help me choose the right Bernina foot?
Yes. With dozens of genuine Bernina presser feet available, it can sometimes be difficult to know which is best for your project. Whether you’re quilting, dressmaking, patchworking or sewing heavy fabrics, the team at Two Petals can recommend the right accessory to get the most from your Bernina sewing machine.
