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What do feed dogs on a sewing machine actually do?

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Correct Incorrect Feed dogs move the fabric along while you sew, kind of like mini conveyor belts—they let you keep your hands free for guiding.

What do feed dogs on a sewing machine actually do?

• Needles that hold a fabric in place.
• Teeth on a sewing machine that hold the fabric in the right place.
• Pins with blunt ends, used when pinning garments on a live person.
• A type of stitching.