Bernina Adjustable Ruler Foot with Slit #72S

The BERNINA Adjustable Ruler Foot with Slit #72S is a specialized presser foot designed for quilters who want to create professional ruler work with smooth, consistent stitching. This innovative foot allows you to follow ¼-inch-thick acrylic quilting rulers to create intricate free-motion designs including feathers, waves, straight lines, and geometric patterns, while the unique slit design lets you switch to other presser feet without cutting your thread.

Key Features

• Adjustable height dial lets you customize the foot clearance to match your fabric thickness for optimal control and stitch quality
• Center slit allows you to change presser feet without cutting the thread, enabling seamless transitions between ruler work and other quilting techniques
• Designed to work with ¼-inch-thick acrylic quilting rulers for precise free-motion quilting designs
• Engraved markings on both the inside and outside of the foot provide visual guides for accurate positioning
• Compatible with BERNINA Couching Inserts for adding decorative threads and yarns to your quilting projects
• Works with Echo-quilting Clips to create perfectly spaced echo quilting designs
• Fits BERNINA machines with 5.5mm and 9mm maximum stitch width
• Clear visibility through the foot opening for improved precision when following ruler edges

Specifications

The BERNINA Adjustable Ruler Foot with Slit #72S is ideal for quilters at any skill level who want to expand their free-motion quilting capabilities with precise ruler work while maintaining efficient workflow through threadless foot changes. OSP Machines is an authorized dealer and provides free support for the life of your machine. You'll receive expert guidance on using this foot to its full potential, from basic straight-line quilting to advanced decorative designs.

Compatibility

Frequently Asked Questions

What thickness of quilting rulers does this foot work with?

The BERNINA Adjustable Ruler Foot #72S is designed to work with ¼-inch (6mm) thick acrylic quilting rulers, which is the standard thickness for most quilting rulers on the market.

How does the slit feature work for changing feet without cutting thread?

The center slit in the foot allows you to slide the foot off to the side while the needle and thread remain in place. You can then attach a different presser foot and continue sewing without cutting and restarting your thread, which is especially useful when transitioning between ruler work and other quilting techniques.

Will this foot fit my BERNINA machine?

The Adjustable Ruler Foot #72S fits BERNINA machines with 5.5mm and 9mm maximum stitch width. This includes most modern BERNINA machines from the 4, 5, 7, 8, and 9 series. Check your machine's manual or contact OSP Machines to confirm compatibility with your specific model.

Do I need the feed dogs lowered when using this foot?

Yes, the Adjustable Ruler Foot #72S is designed for free-motion quilting, which requires lowering or covering the feed dogs so you can move the fabric freely in any direction while following your quilting ruler.

What accessories work with this ruler foot?

The #72S foot is compatible with BERNINA Couching Inserts for adding decorative threads and yarns, as well as Echo-quilting Clips that help you create evenly spaced echo quilting designs around motifs. These accessories expand the creative possibilities of ruler work quilting.