The ever elusive SCANT 1/4" seam
05-02-2012, 09:57 AM
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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. 
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05-02-2012, 10:32 AM
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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, 12:44 PM
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Originally Posted by gigi712
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, 06:06 PM
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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
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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 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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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.
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