My machine has quilting 1/4 inch foot that I keep the material even with. If you are coming from a garment sewing background the 1/4 inch seam can seem flimsy but it is what most quilters strive for. Can you sew with wider seams? Sure but you will have to adjust all quilt pattern sizes, there will be too much bulk when multiple seams meet and it uses more material.
As others have said, practice getting a true 1/4 inch seam and use a seam guide if necessary.