QUESTION: Shank Length

A low shank machine measures approximately 3/4-inch from the screw to the bottom of the foot. A high shank machine measures approximately 1 1/4-inch

from the Clothilde site

It's not a silly question at all. I can never remember what I have, I just recognise it when I see it.

Thank you so much! I believe mine would be a low shank then. I knew this was the place to ask. :)

Nancy in NS

Many sites (just can't remember which) will list brands of machines and what they are. Clothilde used to but they have a new site and I haven't found my way around it yet lol

Look carefully at the foot (esp the walking foot) and it should easy to see if it will fit your machine. And if in doubt, a good retailer should be able to tell you, live or on line.

Happy shopping!

Not a stupid question at all. Just something you need to know, and there is nothing wrong with asking.

Try clicking on the link below, and then compare the images on that page with the foot on your machine. It should be pretty easy to tell which one looks most like yours. Good luck with your darning foot.

Nancy > Can someone tell me what lengths are considered "long" and