JReadman

Thank you so much - can't wait to check them out!!

athenascooter

I have the same problem. I wish when they design the patterns they use 1/4 not a scant. on my Janome 6260 I have to set my needle at 4.5 and on my 5200 I have to set it at 5.5. So you just have to practice where to set the needle. Good luck

nlpakk

I have to ask an embarrassing question, what is an accufeed foot? I have 2 Pfaff's, do they make them for Pfaff's?

Latrinka

I have what I call "my 1/4 inch", and as long as I'm consistent, the quilt comes out fine!

ghostrider

To do that, they would have to tell you to cut all the pieces a "scooch" bigger than they do now or else say you can only use specific fabric and thread weights when making that pattern. Adjusting the seam allowance is by far the easiest option for the broadest range of people. Don't find fault, find a solution that works best for you.

the old one

My machine has a walking foot attachment, and if I move the needle all the way to the right, the seam measures a scant quarter inch, one click less, and I have a quarter inch seam. Sometimes the walking foot is not attached, and then I have to wing it.

matraina

I agree with Sylviak - there should be a scant 1/4" foot. However, if you can't move the needle far enough, you could find exactly where a scant 1/4" is on your machine and mark the spot with some post-its, the adhesive strips for your feet (can't remember what they're called) or something else like that. Your material will then butt up to it while you're sewing.

knittersue

hi I have the same machine I have mine set at 3.7 and I got a new 1/4 foot on line it is clear with red markings on it and a black guide on side and a screw on the side to move it or take it off and it comes with a second guide to center in middle for stitch in the ditch love this foot there is room to move needle so you well get the 1/4 you need if you want to get a hold of me I can send picture

Quilter 65

I am thinking a quarter inch is a quarter inch and the manufacturers should fix the foot to be what it is supposed to be and the pattern makers should allow for the thread, etc., or more than they are presently. I have a 43-year old Elna Super that does a superb job of sewing. My first project nearly drove me carefully as I was religiously adhering to the 1/4 inch foot. Discovered my putting a tape measure at the edge of the foot and lowering the needle manually that it was off a skosh. Moved the needle and marked it because it isn't off as much as where the markings start. Now the projects are going swimmingly regardless of thread, thickness of fabric, etc. Also measure a lot to be sure it doesn't get off before going too far.

QuiltingMia

Scant means smaller. Move the needle to the right with the edge of the fabric on the right.