I will check the feed dog position. I had overlooked that as being an issue. Yes the needle is positionable so I will see if moving the needle position helps first. I can get the seam, it just takes forever to sew because I am having to focus on each stitch. Especially since I was taught to adjust the fabric before it gets to the needle instead of at the needle. It really messes with my "mojo"
Thanks for all the advice and tips! I have been using the graph paper but the lines are a bit wide so I will give the index card a try, especially since it is stiffer card stock.
Machine is computerized so I have lots of stitches, but only using my basic straight stitch for piecing.
I will give it all a try next time I scrape away some sewing time. Thanks again!