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FYI, the lines on a 3X5 card are exactly 1/4” apart. I carry extra cards for students. Put your needle in a line, line up with edge of foot , lower foot and check the setting.
You have no idea how your thoughtful way of showing us how to master the dreaded 1/4" seam allowance. I believe all of your viewers are enamored to your specific way of tutoring all the ways to make our quilting easier.🇨🇦
My late auntie was a tailor, as were her parents, and one thing my mom & I picked up from them is that they were very selective about what measuring tools they introduced to their workspace and each single one of them needed to be tested for consistency with the others. They had one 'benchmark' measuring tape for reference. It has not occurred to me to test my sewing machine plate. Thank you for this video. All the best!
If you have a Pfaff you can also get a 1/4 seam foot. The foot has small bar on the side that guides the fabric like similar to the way the magnetic seam guide works.
Totally appreciate your taking the time at a very patient-rate. I will definite re-attempt this…even after 40+ years of ma chine piecing! Thanks sew much! 🎉
I have never been accurate on anything but 5/8, cause i made my clothes for so many yrs. Finalky got a 1/4❤❤" ❤foot, havrnt tried it yet. I just ordered that 1/4 tape that goes on my machine. Lets pray that works for these 78 yr old eyes!
Just found your site. I am new at sewing. I have been watching many videos. You are a wonderful teacher, one of the best I have seen. Keep up the good work. From a retired teacher!
Thank you for a vey well explained and thorough demonstration. Your camera views are excellent. Your voice is perfect for the verbal explanation and you know how to zoom in with camera for details that need to be seen. WELL DONE!!!
Me too. I am a new quilter. By far you have the best videos. You instructions are crystal clear, step by step..that is how I learn best. I am so happy that I found you!
Just found your video and I want to thank you for explaining the quarter inch seams. I'm new to quilting and this was so helpful. Your explanations were clear and understandable. I also appreciated the use of different tools. I will be binge watching your videos for more helpful tips.
I am so glad I found you and your site. I've never measured my blocks before like you instructed. Having your information I feel more confident in my sewing. I am so happy and thankful to have found your site. Please keep the information coming.
You're a great teacher! Can't wait to see more videos!! My dad taught me the importance of 1/4" seam before he passed and I poopoohed it. I wish I had paid a bit more attention. You've inspired me to perfect the 1/4" seam. 😊
Your videos came across my youtube feed and sadly i almost scrolled past them and something told me to watch and im soooo glad i did! I just subscribed to your channel after watching a few of your videos . I cant seem to sew a quarter inch seem to save my life or bind a quilt very well and your videos have been amazing. You instructions are clear and understandable and make it possible for me to keep trying! Thank you so very much. Your an excellent teacher. Blessings from Texas.
Oh my goodness! Thank you so very much for this video! 😍 I feel like I now have a PERSONAL QUILTING INSTRUCTOR!! Bless you and your dedication to instructing the masses!
Thank you for a great tutorial. I have the stripe tape and the metal magnet but did not know how to use them correctly, so now I feel confident about the 1/4" seam.
I just found your channel and I am so amazed! After watching one video I hit the subscribe button! Not only are you great at explaining but I love that you zoom in so we can really SEE what you are saying. Love it!!❤️ keep sharing.
There's a needle gauge that has holes in it to set the perfect seam you need for a project from 1/8" to 1.5". One is called "Ideal needle gauge", and even has a scant 1/4", the other is by Dritz and I'm sure there is more. There's a hole in the template plastic that you can put your unthreaded needle into and then mark the edge however you prefer. Makes lining up the proper edge super simple. I lay about 6-7 layers of painters tape cut off a 1" roll. When it doesn't stick great anymore I just score the corner with a pin, remove the bottom piece of tape and it's brand new again. When I'm not using it, I stick it to my machine someplace. Never leaves a residue and is always handy. I've even used a fine marker so I know where to put the painters tape or to use without the painters tape, depending on the job. The marker comes off with rubbing alcohol. Works for me
Great video. The information and screen shots demonstrate the information quite well. I have been sewing for most of my life and quilting about half. This is the best tutorial I have seen with products to assist quilters with quarter inch and scant quarter inch seams.
cleared up a lot of issues for me, I struggle with the quarter inch seam. I am a visual learner and this video helped me a lot. thank you from the bottom of my well used seam ripper.
Thank you for making this video. Although I’ve been sewing on the same machine for a long time, I recently received a very old Bernina, which did not have a quarter inch foot. Your video really helped me zero in on where my needle and my presser foot need to be. Thank you so much for making the video.
You are very welcome! And you make a great point, every machine is different and you have to set yourself up for success! Sounds like you are on your way! Enjoy your "new" Bernina!
I'm almost seventy and have a new interest in machine quilting. I do find it tricky to keep my fabric right at the right spot to achieve that 1/4-inch, even though I have a quarter-inch foot. I will definitely try the tricks you have shared here. New subscriber--Thank you!
I am a beginner Quilter and I totally loved your video. I did not realize how important it was to make sure all the blocks matched and why. I definitely will look for you other video. It was a pleasure listening to your voice.
Thank you, this morning I did several things to try and get the 1/4 in seam. You are right it can be a struggle. Next time I will try your idea's. I already feel more confident. Thanks so much.
Great video! One thing I consider when I'm learning something is that when someone shows me the correct way - that's super great. However, I would like to see how you determine the wrong way and what you do about it. You could probably very easily (purposely) sew the seam incorrectly without anyone noticing. Then you would show us what the incorrect result looks like, the cause and how you fix it. Perfection is great but it is imperfection that I can sometimes learn best from. Thanks!
Thanks so much for this well explained video. This is the problem that I have is that my machine does not have a true 1/4 inch seam. So now I know how to adjust my seam. Thank you. You’re a terrific teacher.
I finally know how measure exactly the 1/4 seam and blocks. I was never sure with a ruler if the marks went exactly on the seam line or on the fabric edge, or just off. Now I KNOW to use the seams and fabric edge in your measurement.
NEW to this channel👍🏽🤗I’m not a quilter YET😊 however this was extremely helpful for sewing I have the magnet and I haven’t been confident in using it not for sure I will be THANKS
My first video watching you. It was extremely helpful. Do you do any machine embroidery videos? I have to learn how to use my machine and no instructors nearby. I feel you are the one that could help me out.
Thank you so much for showing me this! I know how important seam allowance is (I have made a few projects where this has unfortunately been an issue😢) and mine is getting better the more I sew, but the tips you shared (some of which I knew) will help me not only improve my allowances, but be able to check them after I have completed a few! Thank you again!
Great tip because that’s what I have and refer to in my video! But I like to sew with a scant 1/4” so the seam guide helps. Also, I made this video for anyone using any machine 😍 thanks again!
