The ever elusive SCANT 1/4" seam

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05-02-2012, 09:42 AM

#51

Jingle

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I just use a 1/4" seam, no movement of needle allowed. If the quilt doesn't measure what it should I increase the border sizes.

05-02-2012, 09:52 AM

#52

true4uca

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I bought a second 1/4 inch foot. DH used his grinder to shave it to give me my scant 1/4 inch.LOL, but hey it works for me.

05-02-2012, 09:57 AM

#53

ghostrider

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Quote:

Originally Posted by gigi712

Ok, everybody. I think I've hit my 'spot'. I know it sounds awful, but it's a good thang for me!!!! It's between 3.8 and 3.9, both work equally as well. Thanks everyone!!! Now to see if I can remember it next time I turn my machine on. Methinks I need a big marks a lot pen and write it down in big letters and post it in front of my machine. Will that work? Nah, but I can say I gave it a try. Thanks again, everyone. You've literally saved me from the looney bin today. Who knows about tomorrow? They keep a van on stand-by for me.

Just remember, while that spot works for the weight of fabric and thread you are using for the project you are currently working on, there is absolutely no guarantee that it'll work with different fabric, thread, pressing, and/or cutting some day in the future. Test the accuracy with each project...and put that on your 'reminder'.

05-02-2012, 10:32 AM

#54

gigi712

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ghostrider, I've learned my lesson. In fact I copied bearisgray's instructions with your correction so I can remember to do it. Guess what????? I just made a PERFECT 8 1/2" square. *doing the happy dance*

05-02-2012, 10:33 AM

#55

Pickle

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I have the scant little foot From Nancy's Notions and it is my favorite foot for scant !!Check it out on her sale this weekend.

05-02-2012, 12:44 PM

#56

ghostrider

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Originally Posted by gigi712

Way to go!!

05-02-2012, 01:34 PM

#57

Petey

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Leah Day sells a scant quarter inch foot in plastic

05-02-2012, 06:06 PM

#58

Gerrie

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Like Scissor Queen I too have a Janome and you can adjust the needle by adjusting the stitch width or zig zag stitch. you just have to remember to reset it every time you turn your machine off and back on again. I love my Janome.

05-02-2012, 07:06 PM

#59

LyndaOH

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Originally Posted by JReadman

Lynda ~ what is the Yahoo group that you mentioned? I have had the 7700 for a few months & would be interested in getting some tips on how to use it more efficiently.

7700 users have a separate group in addition to the 6500/6600/7700. Here are the links to join:

7700 only group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JanomeHorizon7700/

6500/6600/7700 group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Janome6500/

Both groups have a wealth of info and it's fascinating to read the archives, which are searchable. If you have a problem or just a question about your Janome, you'll find answers. There are also several notable quilters who are members of the groups. The groups are geared mostly to quilters but there are other sewists there as well.

05-02-2012, 09:01 PM

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chuckbere15

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Other things you have to take in consideration are the thickness of the fabric and thread. When pressing heavier fabric the fold takes up a thread or two. Same rule applies to the weight of thread.