Perfect Scant 1/4" Seam :-(
Tonight, I achieved the perfect scant 1/4" seam, without even trying. How? By forgetting to switch back to the proper presser foot. Beautiful, straight, even stitches. Straight seam. Only problem was that I needed a FULL 1/4"!!!! :( Seems that other foot has a little groove, which moved my raw edge over, just enough to make the difference. What are the chances of a repeat performance, when I actually want a scant 1/4"? Grrrrrrr!
Gonna check the latest QB "news" and then commence stitch ripping. :thumbdown: |
I feel your pain- when I need the scant it is never to be found :) write notes to keep with the machine to remind you so you will be ready next time :thumbup:
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If I am planning on pressing to the side, I just restitch rather than rip it out when my first try is too narrow.
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Originally Posted by katier825
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If I am planning on pressing to the side, I just restitch rather than rip it out when my first try is too narrow.
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I have some little post-it pads by my machine for just moments like this....because by tomorrow....its gone :shock:
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Well, since you know how to get a perfect scant seam, can you use all the same settings and just nudge your needle over one position? I guess it depends how many needle positions you have.
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Originally Posted by Skittl1321
(Post 5454316)
Well, since you know how to get a perfect scant seam, can you use all the same settings and just nudge your needle over one position? I guess it depends how many needle positions you have.
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I can get a pretty consistent scant 1/4" using a lined 3x5 note card. The lines are 1/4" apart -- if you put the needle inside one of the lines and line up the line with the edge of the foot, you get a scant 1/4" for some fabric. I more frequently line up the needle on the inside of one line and the edge of the foot on the inside of the line immediately to the right. I like this better than using a plastic ruler as I don't accidently "ouch" my needle or ruler.
As always, take the time to make a test with your fabric to see what works the best. |
Originally Posted by QuiltnLady1
(Post 5454554)
I can get a pretty consistent scant 1/4" using a lined 3x5 note card. The lines are 1/4" apart -- if you put the needle inside one of the lines and line up the line with the edge of the foot, you get a scant 1/4" for some fabric. I more frequently line up the needle on the inside of one line and the edge of the foot on the inside of the line immediately to the right. I like this better than using a plastic ruler as I don't accidently "ouch" my needle or ruler.
As always, take the time to make a test with your fabric to see what works the best. I have "The Angler 2" on my machine, which makes 1/4" very easy to follow. It's a plastic template, you tape onto your machine. I found this item in one of my "misc. sewing stuff" drawers, about a month or so ago. I got it, several years ago, but put it away because I used my older machine mostly for garment sewing. Then I forgot about it, until digging through that drawer. It's SO much easier on the eyes, than trying to stay focused on the machine's guide! :thumbup: Note: I do not sell The Angler 2, nor do I have any stock in the company . . . but I wish I did! :) |
why rip the stitches if they are scant and you need a full 1/4" just stitch a new line along side the first one- at the 1/4" ...it will just ensure you have good secure seams with 2 lines of stitching.
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