coopah, remember that some people who use sewing machines use a 5/8" seam (referring to the garment makers). A lot of clothing patterns call for a 5/8" seam. The easiest way to accommodate both is to start the needle in the middle and let it be up to the machine operator to adjust the needle position. Some of the newer quilting machines have a shortcut button to sew a 1/4" seam with the 1/4" foot. The Janome 8900 has that feature.