Originally Posted by
Marysewfun
In regard to the "draw a 1/4 inch line" - I sometimes will draw in my own sewing line just to be sure I am getting it right - and in the case of other than quilt squares - things like dolls - it is becoming more popular (and I think more accurate) to draw the line of your intended pattern, sew on it and then cut out the item with the seam allowances you want. For me it gives my brain something "sure" to focus on and I find that a quarter-inch foot does not always allow for moving around in intricate tight spots where sewing on the line and then cutting it out seems to work better for me, anyway. To me it is kind of an extra insurance policy that I am going to get the end result that I want. As you can tell, I am excited about this progress. :-)
Marysewfun
This draws the line and then cuts it out. I agree, I like having that line and the fact that within seconds I can have a machine draw it and cut it out is great. You can save the designs to the machine once its scanned so from then on out its easier to just pull it up, edit if necessary and then draw or cut your design. I have one but still go up and look each day to see if there are new videos as it evolves.