I would be lost without my 1/4inch foot. But even with it, for me accuracy in cutting is very important, and also accurate pressing is a must for me. I feel that even with the special foot, sewing slowly and focusing is still important to the whole operation. Even when I am very careful with all of the above, shift sometimes happens. I have come to see quilting as a labor of love, and a reminder that nothing is ever perfect, but everything still deserves the love. So I kind of love the little imperfections too.

I have a friend that used 1/4 width masking tape on her fabric prior to her getting a foot with the 1/4 foot.

How long did it take me to perfect 1/4 inch seams? 5 years, I hope. (I've been quilting about 4 years, 8 months...)

We are always learning new ways.

I have the same problem and have tried everything you list. The one thing that has helped me the most is training myself to watch the edge of my 1/4" food and not the needle.

I didn't come close till my latest machine had the quarter inch foot with it. I just keep fabric in line with edge of foot, sew slower & not bad....but not perfect :)

If you have a quarter inch foot on your machine it should be no problem at all. If you don't then why not make all of your seams the width of the foot that you do have? As long as you are consistent your quilt will all fit together OK.

44 years!!!!

My 1/4" seams are still off, I just go for consistency. I don't join block swaps because I know my sizes will be off-

And why do you think I was able to do that impossible feat (conquer that 1/4 inch seam)? :lol: :lol: :lol: Thanks I needed that laugh. BTW, I'm still trying to conquer it!