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11-25-2010, 07:28 AM

EagarBeez

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I just sewed a scant 1/4 in with my trusty singer machine. I took the fabric and moved it left, under my pressure foot.

11-25-2010, 07:45 AM

pojo

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Good for you I still can't figure it out.
I keep trying and I can't get the 1/4 inch right.

11-25-2010, 08:02 AM

featherweight

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I don't understand. Maybe this is a DUH!!! for me.

11-25-2010, 08:07 AM

maryel

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Where theres a will theres a way! :-D

11-25-2010, 08:52 AM

amma

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Happy that you found that rascally scant 1/4" :D:D:D

11-25-2010, 08:56 AM

Colorful Quilter

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Keep sewing and measuring the seam allowance with a ruler, keep on keeping on...you will get it

11-25-2010, 09:00 AM

amandasgramma

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On my old machines, I would use painters tape (used to use masking tape) and mark the 1/4" line.......with the scant 1/4" just move the tape to the left a little bit.

11-25-2010, 09:14 AM

stewyscrewy

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a scant 1/4 inch is in actuality only 3/8th if you have a machine that has a moveable needle then with the needle set in the direct middle just shift it over one click to the right on the needle adjustment button if you have a set needle you will have to learn the sweet spot but moving the fabric under the presser foot.

11-25-2010, 09:36 AM

MadQuilter

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I'm lucky in that I can move my needle. Actually on the new machine, I prefer to move the needle and use the regular sewing foot instead of the 1/4" foot.