Consistently 1/16th of an inch off!
#22
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Well, here's the final verdict. After looking at images on GOOGLE for "scant 1/4 inch" - I see my issue. If I were to sew at a scant quarter, I'd be spot on... Moving forward w/the pineapple quilt, not changing anything. My next quilt, I will sew a few test pieces and measure, using the scant quarter. Quilting is such a learning adventure, no? LOL
#23
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Join Date: Apr 2015
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Today I was remembering reading your thread, and I wondered if something I recently saw would be helpful for you. I know it clarified the importance of a scant 1/4" seam for me.
https://www.diaryofaquilter.com/2011...t-14-inch.html
Additionally, Amazon (there are also other sources) sells something called a Perfect Piecing Seam Guide. You put your needle in the hole, and then use a piece of painter's tape to create a scant 1/4" seam guide on your machine. And, of course, you can create a ridge to follow by applying a couple of layers of painter's tape.
I love what you are making. It is beautiful!
https://www.diaryofaquilter.com/2011...t-14-inch.html
Additionally, Amazon (there are also other sources) sells something called a Perfect Piecing Seam Guide. You put your needle in the hole, and then use a piece of painter's tape to create a scant 1/4" seam guide on your machine. And, of course, you can create a ridge to follow by applying a couple of layers of painter's tape.
I love what you are making. It is beautiful!
Last edited by SewingSew; 07-18-2018 at 01:00 PM.
#24
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Well, I re-read this thread and it looks as though you had already found the solution to your problem. I wonder how many people don't understand the importance of a scant 1/4" seam, or even what it is? The issue you ran into is a good example of how much it can matter in some situations.
I also wanted to say that I went and looked at this class on Bluprint, and the block was challenging for some people--so much so that a couple of people just gave up. You did an outstanding job considering how many pieces there were. There was a lot to keep track up. It's awesome that you persevered in figuring out how to make your block perfect. Kudos!
I also wanted to say that I went and looked at this class on Bluprint, and the block was challenging for some people--so much so that a couple of people just gave up. You did an outstanding job considering how many pieces there were. There was a lot to keep track up. It's awesome that you persevered in figuring out how to make your block perfect. Kudos!
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