A scant 1/4".....I thought all quarter inches were the same but I have seen a few patterns requiring a "scant" 1/4". I use a 1/4 in foot so please what is the difference?
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It's a thread or two smaller - allows for the rollover when pressing.
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a scant 1/4" is about 1 or two threads toward the outside of the seam (toward the outer edge).
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You know, that's something that I just can't be bothered with. Maybe I'm wrong but I just do the regular quarter inch.
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Maybe the reason for saying "scant" is that some sewers use a "generous" 1/4 inch - and then the block ends up being too small.
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One or two threads. Not something to be too concerned about :-). BTW, you are not dumb; just learning (smile).
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Just wish I could get consistent seams... but do like the the scant 1/4" best..
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All of the above answers with one addtional thought. Some patterns demand such high accuracy, and usually specify a scant 1/4", that it's best to follow their instructions. Other patterns, it's not all that critical.
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Originally Posted by sueisallaboutquilts
You know, that's something that I just can't be bothered with. Maybe I'm wrong but I just do the regular quarter inch.
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I just use quarter inch and not bother with a couple of threads.
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