Originally Posted by
QuiltnNan
i've used a Juki, Brother, and Kenmore, all of varying ages. i can get an accurate seam on each
I agree with this statement. What I read into it is that it may not be the brand of machine, but understanding how to achieve the correct seam. My accuracy didn't improve until I understood that that dang 1/4" seam needed to be tested and checked, and could be different from one project to another. I have to change the setting if I use a different weight thread or fabric (flannel for instance)
It can also vary a bit between individual machines. I have 2 Vikings, both the same model, one at home & one at the cottage. I only have one 1/4" foot, which I carry with me, so I'm using the same foot on both machines. One machine, I need to move the needle 5 clicks over, the other one 4, same fabric & thread.
I use the following technique to figure out where I need to put my seam:
http://www.quiltingboard.com/tutoria...ce-t89997.html
The one thing I will say is that I don't like piecing with my walking foot. Can you try piecing with the dual feed turned off?