The ever elusive SCANT 1/4" seam
05-02-2012, 09:14 PM
#61
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7700 users have a separate group in addition to the 6500/6600/7700. Here are the links to join:
7700 only group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JanomeHorizon7700/
6500/6600/7700 group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Janome6500/
Both groups have a wealth of info and it's fascinating to read the archives, which are searchable. If you have a problem or just a question about your Janome, you'll find answers. There are also several notable quilters who are members of the groups. The groups are geared mostly to quilters but there are other sewists there as well.
7700 only group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/JanomeHorizon7700/
6500/6600/7700 group: http://groups.yahoo.com/group/Janome6500/
Both groups have a wealth of info and it's fascinating to read the archives, which are searchable. If you have a problem or just a question about your Janome, you'll find answers. There are also several notable quilters who are members of the groups. The groups are geared mostly to quilters but there are other sewists there as well.
05-03-2012, 03:35 AM
#62
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Location: Minnesota
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I have the same problem. I wish when they design the patterns they use 1/4 not a scant. on my Janome 6260 I have to set my needle at 4.5 and on my 5200 I have to set it at 5.5. So you just have to practice where to set the needle. Good luck
05-03-2012, 03:43 AM
#63
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I have to ask an embarrassing question, what is an accufeed foot? I have 2 Pfaff's, do they make them for Pfaff's?
05-03-2012, 04:38 AM
#65
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To do that, they would have to tell you to cut all the pieces a "scooch" bigger than they do now or else say you can only use specific fabric and thread weights when making that pattern. Adjusting the seam allowance is by far the easiest option for the broadest range of people. Don't find fault, find a solution that works best for you.
05-03-2012, 04:45 AM
#66
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My machine has a walking foot attachment, and if I move the needle all the way to the right, the seam measures a scant quarter inch, one click less, and I have a quarter inch seam. Sometimes the walking foot is not attached, and then I have to wing it.
05-03-2012, 04:46 AM
#67
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I agree with Sylviak - there should be a scant 1/4" foot. However, if you can't move the needle far enough, you could find exactly where a scant 1/4" is on your machine and mark the spot with some post-its, the adhesive strips for your feet (can't remember what they're called) or something else like that. Your material will then butt up to it while you're sewing.
05-03-2012, 05:25 AM
#68
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yes had this problem with 1/4 on my 6600
I have a Janome 6600 and I'm using my 1/4 inch foot. I need 8 1/2 x 8 1/2 blocks. Every stinking one I've made is 8 x 8 or a little bigger, not even close to the 8 1/2. It has to be the
SCANT part that I'm messing up. With the 1/4 inch foot, there's not much room to move my needle over. Do I need to change my foot? I'm at my wit's end here. Can anybody give me any advice? I"ve done the search here and nothing seems to 'click' with me. Hellllllp! Please.
SCANT part that I'm messing up. With the 1/4 inch foot, there's not much room to move my needle over. Do I need to change my foot? I'm at my wit's end here. Can anybody give me any advice? I"ve done the search here and nothing seems to 'click' with me. Hellllllp! Please.
05-03-2012, 05:26 AM
#69
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I am thinking a quarter inch is a quarter inch and the manufacturers should fix the foot to be what it is supposed to be and the pattern makers should allow for the thread, etc., or more than they are presently. I have a 43-year old Elna Super that does a superb job of sewing. My first project nearly drove me carefully as I was religiously adhering to the 1/4 inch foot. Discovered my putting a tape measure at the edge of the foot and lowering the needle manually that it was off a skosh. Moved the needle and marked it because it isn't off as much as where the markings start. Now the projects are going swimmingly regardless of thread, thickness of fabric, etc. Also measure a lot to be sure it doesn't get off before going too far.
05-03-2012, 05:27 AM
#70
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Scant means smaller. Move the needle to the right with the edge of the fabric on the right.
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