Thread: Seam allowances

Ok someone please explain to this visually impaired new quilter where and how do you measure the 1/4 inch seam allowance?
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What kind of machine do you have? Do you have a quarter inch foot?

It is 1/4" from the right or left of the needle. Mark the place with tape or use the 1/4" foot for the machine. But if you do use the foot be sure it is accurate and adjust accordingly. All 1/4" feet are not created equally.

No 1/4 inch foot u measure from the needle?

I sent you a pm of the way I teach.

Yes painacs, from the needle to the edge of the foot. :D:D:D

Now I'm confused reading the two different ways.
One from the needle than one from the side of the needle.

http://www.quiltdesignnw.com/PDF/Qua...m_Practice.pdf

you put your needle down then use a ruler and put it against the needle; make a mark at the 1/4" line then you can put a piece of tape on your machine as a guide.
a good way to learn where your 1/4" is; is to cut 3 strips of fabric each 1 1/2" wide by about 6" long; sew them together with what you think is 1/4" seam, open, press your rectangle and measure it should measure 6" x 3 1/2" if it doesn't you adjust your seam allowance in what ever direction you need to (wider or narrower) and try again until you have it consistant.

Originally Posted by ckcowl

you put your needle down then use a ruler and put it against the needle; make a mark at the 1/4" line then you can put a piece of tape on your machine as a guide.
a good way to learn where your 1/4" is; is to cut 3 strips of fabric each 1 1/2" wide by about 6" long; sew them together with what you think is 1/4" seam, open, press your rectangle and measure it should measure 6" x 3 1/2" if it doesn't you adjust your seam allowance in what ever direction you need to (wider or narrower) and try again until you have it consistant.

What I was going to say. :)