Just tried the tape tip, it works
 

what a great--and easy--tip! I'll definitely try this out and pass along to the beginner class I work with.

I can't wait to try this! Thanks for posting it!

So simple...will pass this on to quilty friends

Great tip. I follow her blog. Love it.

I've been doing this but I use the clear packing tape. It's very slippery and a little wider.

I will try this today! Thanks for the tip.

Thanks for sharing this! I'm wondering where my cute Washi tape is; but I do have other, more boring tapes.

I figured out the raised lip being a problem a long time ago. I use to use tape, works fine. DH tinkered with my cabinet so the machine sits perfectly even now.

Wonderful ideas! I'm going to try them today. The greatest ideas are the simple ones. I never thought of this an I've had the same problems for about 100 years!!