Foot on a sewing machine?

You'll need to figure out what sort of "ankle" the Riccar needs... high shank foot, low shank foot or snap on. Here's how:

https://www.nancysnotions.com/NNVia/CustomPages/fo...

I note that on the table farther down on the page, all listed models of Riccar use low shank feet, so even though your machine isn't listed, it's likely it uses that style. I wouldn't be surprised to find that you could pick up generic low shank zipper and all purpose feet in Walmart or the local fabric store, but you'd probably be best served by a local sewing machine dealer or sewing machine repair person. I'd expect a generic low shank AP or zipper foot to be in the $3-6 range; walking feet and/or quilting/freemotion feet tend to be more upscale.

If you are going to be using a walking foot, then you are better to buy a machine that has one fitted. They are generally more expensive, but in the long run are better. Generic walking feet are noisy, and can eventually ruin your machine (wear and tear). A machine that has a built-in walking foot, are quiet and can help with other sewing projects (other than quilting) where you are using thick materials etc.

Are you looking for a foot "pedal" or a "presser" foot.

You should purchase a presser foot for quilting, as they are made especially for the thicker fabric layers, and will allow them to pass thru more easily. They are generic and should fit any machine; I bought one for my old 1967 Necchi, and it works fine.

Once you have the machine in working order, sew a sample, to insure that the feeder thread and the bobbin thread are making consistent stitches; no hanging loops.

Always, use the same thread on the feeder and bobbin, as this will insure consistency.

Before machine sewing, baste the top to the batting & backing, as it will help to prevent the layers from shifting, while sewing the layers together.

Depending on the thickness of the batting in your quilts, you may not be able to use a sewing machine to quilt the layers--it may be too thick to fit under the foot. and you would need to find a foot in order to use the machine. try looking at sewing machine repair places--not your local chain stores. be sure to take the machine info--make/ model with you. good luck

Since you can get accessory foots, you should be able to find something somewhere. What brand is it and where did you look? Try looking at local dealers that carry that brand and repair shops and not just Hancock and JoAnn.

what brand is sewing machine? try a speciality sewing store. they usually will be able to help you