Originally Posted by
sylviak
Why doesn't someone just make a "scant 1/4" foot"? Would save us all a lot of trouble when a pattern calls for it.
Unfortunately, the magic 'scan't 1/4 will vary with the thickness of the fabric and thread you are using, so the manufacturers can't do it for us. If you usually piece with 60 weight thread on quilting cotton then do a project with flannel and 40 weight thread, you will have to move your needle a bit to get the correct seam allowance with the new stuff. I try and remember to do a quick check when I change fabric types.