Problems with Seam allowance ??

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08-22-2011, 06:19 AM

cinnya

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This might help :) use rubberbands.

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08-22-2011, 06:19 AM

loves_2_quilt

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Good idea, thanks for sharing.

08-22-2011, 06:20 AM

erstan947

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Well, how cool it that????? Thanks for the suggestion:) This is a must try for me:)

08-22-2011, 07:24 AM

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What a great idea! Thanks!

08-22-2011, 08:36 AM

Jan in VA

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Put a full sticky note pad under that rubber band, up against the presser foot, and run your fabric edge against the glued edge of the pad instead of eyeballing the rubber band.

Even faster, more accurate seams!

Jan in VA

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08-22-2011, 01:42 PM

luckylindy333

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I love this board, ideas always building off of other ones! Thanks!

08-22-2011, 01:44 PM

bearisgray

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Look at all those nice lines around the feed dogs. They are WONDERFUL for using to line up things.

(Not all machines have them - but if yours does - try using those lines for guides and see what seal allowance you come up with)