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My time 05-13-2011 07:28 PM

Thanks for sharing your idea.

tarbender30 05-14-2011 03:41 AM

Thanxs for that tip. That is the one thing that I seem to have a real problem with. I too have tried the painter's tape but the fabric seems to "stick" to it in spots and that really messes things up!
Bev B

quilt crazee 05-14-2011 05:16 AM

GOOD IDEA!!& sew easy!

insgal62 05-14-2011 01:35 PM

I use the Dr. Scholl's moleskin padding that you can cut to whatever size you like. It sticks onto the machine beautifully and doesn't move until you pull it off. I use it when I teach quilting to kids ages 10 to 14 whom I find have a much harder time keeping their seams consistent. Then I just pull it off when they go to do zig zag stitches to hold down their appliques. It's cheap (about $2.99 a package)and works beautifully as it creates a nice ridge for them to butt their fabric up against!!

sawsan 05-14-2011 08:40 PM

Good tip, let's quilt perfectly :idea:

EdieClay 05-15-2011 12:28 PM

I've been quilting for a couple of years now and STILL have problems with sewing an accurate 1/4 in. seam. I can't wait to try this method. Thanks.

eleu16 05-18-2011 04:05 PM

Thanks a lot for the great tip :thumbup: :-D :-D :-D

Pamibear 05-20-2011 11:16 AM

Love this idea! Thanks very much!

Sharonleigh 05-21-2011 02:44 AM

Thanks so much for the tutorial this may be just what I need...appreciate it.
SharonG

tuckyquilter 05-25-2011 03:33 PM

I've tried the post a note thing before, but now will be able to keep it stationary. Thanks for a great tip.

kathy51 05-30-2011 06:15 AM

Thank you for that tip !!!

fabrichore 05-31-2011 08:47 AM

funny you posted this, I did this yesterday with post it notes...it is a quick and very cheap way to get your 1/4" seams...


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