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Nana Coop 01-02-2012 09:43 AM

Yes, I've had this problem. I had a Viking and it died. Bought a Bernina and boy was my quilt off!!! I got it to all work but it was a real pain.

DonnaB 01-02-2012 02:07 PM


Originally Posted by mjmarsh (Post 4830650)
I always use the same machine, same foot throughout a project. I also have a little ruler with a hole for the needle that indicates 1/4". I place the ruler down under the needle, drop the needle into the hole, make sure the ruler is very straight, drop the presser foot to keep the ruler straight and then place a thick strip of masking tape (or comparable) along the edge of this ruler. Finally, I move my needle one click to the right. This only takes a few seconds and my seams are much more consistent that relying just on the 1/4" foot.

This is an excellent idea, where did you get your ruler with the 1/4 inch hole, for marking off the 1/4 inch?

Deb watkins 01-02-2012 02:10 PM

Gee, I don't have the problem of using multiple machines.......:D

ChrisB 01-02-2012 02:40 PM


Originally Posted by Patches1900 (Post 4825936)
Yes, and even buying a special 1/4" foot for my machine didn't make for an accurate 1/4" seam I still have to move the needle 2 clicks to the right which means I have to use the zigzag needleplate for straight stitching - this aggravates me because I'm not getting the best stitch quality as a would with straight stitch needleplate - aaargh!

I have to do the same with my machine to get a scant quarter inch.


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