Its such a individual preference. I have yet to come across a quilt pattern that calls for anything more or anything less than a 1/4 or scant 1/4. I have taken the the time to master both and the journey was not always a pleasant one. I always test my block and note the needle setting for each block I make in a quilt. Remember, there are no quilt Police, and we all have our own way of doing things, do what works for you and gives you the results you want.