Originally Posted by cjomomma
I have my machine marked with masking tape at the 1/4 mark so all I have to do is butt the fabric against the tape and it stays even.
The masking tape is only good if you keep using the same fabric and
the same thread. Change one of these and it's a new game.
You might want to check your 1/4" seam allowance again.
AndiR did a very good tute on how do check that 1/4".
I do this every time I start a new project. Trust me, it's worth it.