As a new and self taught quilter, your videos have been a lifesaver. Only recently I found about this “scant 1/4 inch”. If my life is already hard with the 1/4 inch, imagine with this “scant 1/4”. So...thanks for clarifying it.
Thank you for explaining the scan 1/4 inch. To be honest I have been making quilts for about 35 years and never heard of scan 1/4. I only learned about it recently. After speaking to lady who claimed to be a professional quilter, I felt I had been something wrong all these years. I am just a kitchen table quilter. Nothing fancy and not always do my blocks end up perfect, but for me thats the fun of making quilts.
Do not loss the fun of quilting because of that seam allowance! As long as you make the seams match you are good to go! And if you don't just don't worry about it! It is more importnat to just keep all your seams the same:)
Thank you for all your tips. I love the fact that you don't try and find shortcuts to rush your projects. I have watched nearly all your quilting videos. They have really taught me how to make beautiful quilts. I've just finished one for my 7 week old granddaughter and it's turned out beautiful! My daughter-in-law loves it. Keep putting up your videos please. Your my first port of call when I want to learn something.
thank you so very much for taking the time and explaining the tread thickness issue and explaining in detail the scant seam. you just saved my pinwheel quilt....
excellent Tutorial. I follow you very closely and even though I have been sewing for decades. I learn from each and every video. You are easy to follow. Thank you
Thank you. I've been sewing for decades, and quilting for several years. But only now am I really getting this quarter inch seam down pat. Thank you for defining these terms so clearly!!
Wonderful video and I second EVERYTHING newbeequilter said! You are an EXCEPTIONAL teacher! I already knew this because Eleanor Burns taught me to do the 3-strip test. But whenever I forget, oh boy, is it off? Sometimes it doesn't matter like when sewing a border on I find or if the blocks and pieces are large but if the pieces are small it's imperative. Even though I knew this, now it is really clear in my head and I can visualise it so well I think that finally you've imprinted it onto the quilting side of my brain! Excellent examples and clear as crystal. Also, you're right about the ends I did that a lot and couldn't remedy it so I started doing the STARTER and STOPPER method where you start off with a scrap and the straight afterwards feed in your piecing and same at the end and wham no more drunken weaving for me! Thank you Laura once again for invaluable information! ❤️🙏🏼
Wow! I never thought about the thread taking up space in the project. I've heard the term 'scant 1/4" before but I never knew exactly what it actually meant. I understood that it was a smaller seam, but didn't know why or how to actually do it. Thank you so much for explaining it. Now I'll be able to make scant 1/4" seams properly. Yay!
I have recently realized just how much the extra fabric taken up by the thread's bulk compounds over a complex block, leading to fitting errors and frustration. And this despite having a confirmed perfect 1/4 inch seam thanks to my machine's 1/4 inch foot. It makes me wonder, what is the value of a 1/4 inch foot when what is actually needed is a scant 1/4 inch foot? Or better yet, a foot whose "1/4 inch" can be adjusted, and then forgotten? My machine allows me to move the needle to achieve the same result, but then it resets to center when I turn the machine off so I have to remember to set it back it every time I turn the machine back on, and (surprise!) sometimes I forget. A foot whose 1/4 inch could be easily adjusted would be a better solution. Laura, maybe you can develop and sell such a product 😊
Hi Laura and I totally agree with everything being said about how good you are at teaching, at making things easy to understand! I now know what a scant 1/4 inch is! Thanks! 🌸🌸
I just learned about scant quarter inch in my last quilters retreat. I also learned that the 1/4 inch foot on your machine may be a tad bit bigger. Measure !! 😀. thank you so much for awesome videos as always
Thank you SO VERY MUCH for this. I have issues with chopping off my "puzzle pieces" with my 1/4" seam allowance. I will watch the video again - Thanks again for going out of your way - Eve
thank you for clarifying this. I started using the Aurifil thread, and love it. had to make a minor tension adjustment, and with your explanation, I'm sure to have my problem solved.
I think one of your middle names must be "Clarify". You take a concept that at least a dozen other YT channels have demonstrated and find a way to explain it even more clearly. Visual aids like using the pink (floss?) to exaggerate how the thickness of the thread necessitates using a scant quarter inch seam is a prime example. But using those pencil marks starting at 3:48 and the word "migrate" was what put a broad smile on my face today as I shook my head and wondered, "WHERE did she get this exceptional gift of teaching from?" Yes, I know your mother taught you how to sew, but did she also bestow the gift of teaching on you? :-)
Jennifer Farsh Wait, Jennifer, that was what I was going to write as soon as I finished reading newbie's comment, which I just KNOW she grabbed dripping wet out of MY percolating brain pan---and then you stuck your hand in and did the same! So obviously, since you guys got there first and took them all, I AM AT A LOSS FOR WORDS! Fooled you!! But sincerely, I want to say how loved I feel when someone cares enough to give us this kind of edge on "getting it right" so we can have the successes we're working so hard for in trying to create beauty.. Laura, it may sound sappy but I'm going for it: It feels like having that very special tutor that comes to home school me and really cares about ME as a unique and deserving person. I honestly feel like I was led to you and I'll bet your other subs feel the same way. We all have our own stories and past challenges, and being able to find that caring mentor is a blessing that heals little parts of us that have "gone hungry," if you know what I mean? (And I wish you'd adopt me immediately!)
Three strips! Must try it. I was measuring the raw edges after pressing but this would be better. I have problems keeping it exact at the very start (it's more) and at the ends (it's less). I don't like using those scraps of fabrics at the start and end but maybe it's the only way. Thank you Laura.
I do not sew with out those little scraps at the start and end. It not only helps with keeping things stright, I never have to worry about lossing my thead tails. After a while you will be lost with out them:)
So, are you saying to use the scant instead? My quilting is not at the puzzle piece stage yet lol...more the 4 and 9 patch stage. I use the edge of the foot and 1/4 inch setting on machine. Also, piece with 50 wt. thread.
You made a gorgeous white, black, and bright green quilt. It’s called a jelly roll race I think. I have searched and searched for it but can’t find it. I was wondering if it was still up for viewing? Also, do you ever sell any of your quilts?
I've always understood about why we do a scant 1/4 inch seam. What I don't understand though, is why sometimes an instruction will say "sew 1/4 inch seam". Should I always just go ahead and sew scant? If thread always takes up space, then should we always sew scant 1/4 when sewing pieces together?
Love your bernina sewing machine that I saw in another tutorial I have a baby lock and wished I had shopped around more and won’t be needing a new machine any time soon but I will look into an ever sewn made by bernina. Back to topic at hand what size thread do you recommend for quilting I have been using the 50weight thread will that make a difference in the 1|4 inch seam? Thank you love all your tutorials.
I've been quilting for many years and still consider myself a 'confident beginner' because I cannot master that perfect 1/4" seam. Am I correct when I say that the 2" mark of that middle piece (after sides were sewn on) should rest on the side pieces which would make the middle piece the correct 2" size. I hope I asked the question so that you understand it. I think I was measuring the 2" piece to be on the inside.
Laura: I have a question pls? I have a picture of a quilt that I so want to make. BUT I am baffled on HOW to begin or even make it. I think it is beautiful! I will change my picture so you can see it. Would you like to possibly do a tutorial on it? Of course No is an answer. Thanks for at least thinking about it. Eve A Ward, USA
As a new and self taught quilter, your videos have been a lifesaver. Only recently I found about this “scant 1/4 inch”. If my life is already hard with the 1/4 inch, imagine with this “scant 1/4”. So...thanks for clarifying it.
Thank you for explaining the scan 1/4 inch. To be honest I have been making quilts for about 35 years and never heard of scan 1/4. I only learned about it recently. After speaking to lady who claimed to be a professional quilter, I felt I had been something wrong all these years. I am just a kitchen table quilter. Nothing fancy and not always do my blocks end up perfect, but for me thats the fun of making quilts.
Do not loss the fun of quilting because of that seam allowance! As long as you make the seams match you are good to go! And if you don't just don't worry about it! It is more importnat to just keep all your seams the same:)
Thank you for all your tips. I love the fact that you don't try and find shortcuts to rush your projects. I have watched nearly all your quilting videos. They have really taught me how to make beautiful quilts. I've just finished one for my 7 week old granddaughter and it's turned out beautiful! My daughter-in-law loves it. Keep putting up your videos please. Your my first port of call when I want to learn something.
Wow thank you! It is always nice to know because I really love to make them:)
thank you so very much for taking the time and explaining the tread thickness issue and explaining in detail the scant seam. you just saved my pinwheel quilt....
excellent Tutorial. I follow you very closely and even though I have been sewing for decades. I learn from each and every video. You are easy to follow. Thank you
Thank you so glad you are enjoying them
Laura, you are always so explicit. I so enjoy learning from your tutorials. Thank you.
Thank you. I've been sewing for decades, and quilting for several years. But only now am I really getting this quarter inch seam down pat. Thank you for defining these terms so clearly!!
Wonderful video and I second EVERYTHING newbeequilter said! You are an EXCEPTIONAL teacher! I already knew this because Eleanor Burns taught me to do the 3-strip test. But whenever I forget, oh boy, is it off? Sometimes it doesn't matter like when sewing a border on I find or if the blocks and pieces are large but if the pieces are small it's imperative. Even though I knew this, now it is really clear in my head and I can visualise it so well I think that finally you've imprinted it onto the quilting side of my brain! Excellent examples and clear as crystal. Also, you're right about the ends I did that a lot and couldn't remedy it so I started doing the STARTER and STOPPER method where you start off with a scrap and the straight afterwards feed in your piecing and same at the end and wham no more drunken weaving for me! Thank you Laura once again for invaluable information! ❤️🙏🏼
drunken weaving! lol
yes the enders and leaders are always helpful
Best explanation of a quarter inch seam I’ve seen. To the 5 people who have given this a thumbs down, You don’t know what you’re talking about, sorry.
Thank you for explaining the scant 1/4 inch ...I've heard this term so often and didn't really know what it actually meant.. you are a gem 💎
Thank you I hope it helps
Wow! I never thought about the thread taking up space in the project. I've heard the term 'scant 1/4" before but I never knew exactly what it actually meant. I understood that it was a smaller seam, but didn't know why or how to actually do it. Thank you so much for explaining it. Now I'll be able to make scant 1/4" seams properly. Yay!
Very good explanation!
thanks
Good reminder, and a good explanation for the beginning quilter
Thanks
I have recently realized just how much the extra fabric taken up by the thread's bulk compounds over a complex block, leading to fitting errors and frustration. And this despite having a confirmed perfect 1/4 inch seam thanks to my machine's 1/4 inch foot. It makes me wonder, what is the value of a 1/4 inch foot when what is actually needed is a scant 1/4 inch foot? Or better yet, a foot whose "1/4 inch" can be adjusted, and then forgotten? My machine allows me to move the needle to achieve the same result, but then it resets to center when I turn the machine off so I have to remember to set it back it every time I turn the machine back on, and (surprise!) sometimes I forget. A foot whose 1/4 inch could be easily adjusted would be a better solution. Laura, maybe you can develop and sell such a product 😊
Thank you for this great tip😄 I'm new in sewing and quilting
I’m learning a lot from your teaching style. Thank you.
Hi Laura and I totally agree with everything being said about how good you are at teaching, at making things easy to understand! I now know what a scant 1/4 inch is! Thanks! 🌸🌸
Wonderful explanation! Thank You so much! No one has explained this better to me than you have. YES!!!
I just learned about scant quarter inch in my last quilters retreat. I also learned that the 1/4 inch foot on your machine may be a tad bit bigger. Measure !! 😀. thank you so much for awesome videos as always
Yes that foot is sometime a little big:) thanks for sharing
Thank You! Thank You! Thank You! I’m a beginner quilter and was feeling frustrated that my seams were off.
Thank you SO VERY MUCH for this. I have issues with chopping off my "puzzle pieces" with my 1/4" seam allowance. I will watch the video again - Thanks again for going out of your way - Eve
Thanks hope it helps
thanks for explaining this. I could never figure out what they were talking about.
glad I could help
thank you for clarifying this. I started using the Aurifil thread, and love it. had to make a minor tension adjustment, and with your explanation, I'm sure to have my problem solved.
Glad I was able to help:)
I think one of your middle names must be "Clarify". You take a concept that at least a dozen other YT channels have demonstrated and find a way to explain it even more clearly. Visual aids like using the pink (floss?) to exaggerate how the thickness of the thread necessitates using a scant quarter inch seam is a prime example. But using those pencil marks starting at 3:48 and the word "migrate" was what put a broad smile on my face today as I shook my head and wondered, "WHERE did she get this exceptional gift of teaching from?" Yes, I know your mother taught you how to sew, but did she also bestow the gift of teaching on you? :-)
what she said!
Jennifer Farsh Wait, Jennifer, that was what I was going to write as soon as I finished reading newbie's comment, which I just KNOW she grabbed dripping wet out of MY percolating brain pan---and then you stuck your hand in and did the same! So obviously, since you guys got there first and took them all, I AM AT A LOSS FOR WORDS!
Fooled you!!
But sincerely, I want to say how loved I feel when someone cares enough to give us this kind of edge on "getting it right" so we can have the successes we're working so hard for in trying to create beauty..
Laura, it may sound sappy but I'm going for it: It feels like having that very special tutor that comes to home school me and really cares about ME as a unique and deserving person. I honestly feel like I was led to you and I'll bet your other subs feel the same way. We all have our own stories and past challenges, and being able to find that caring mentor is a blessing that heals little parts of us that have "gone hungry," if you know what I mean? (And I wish you'd adopt me immediately!)
since you have subscribed I guess you could say you are adopted:) Thanks again it is always nice hearing from you
i know Im kinda off topic but do anybody know a good site to stream newly released series online?
@Chance Kaiser Flixportal
THANK YOU!!!! I've assumed that that is what it meant but haven't actually heard anyone clearly define what a scant 1/4" is.
Glad I could help
Thanks for the explanation of a scant l/4". I've often used it but didn't really understand why. LOL Now it makes total sense. TFS! xoxoJanet
glad I could help:)
Three strips! Must try it.
I was measuring the raw edges after pressing but this would be better. I have problems keeping it exact at the very start (it's more) and at the ends (it's less). I don't like using those scraps of fabrics at the start and end but maybe it's the only way.
Thank you Laura.
I do not sew with out those little scraps at the start and end. It not only helps with keeping things stright, I never have to worry about lossing my thead tails. After a while you will be lost with out them:)
Thanks Laura.
So, are you saying to use the scant instead? My quilting is not at the puzzle piece stage yet lol...more the 4 and 9 patch stage. I use the edge of the foot and 1/4 inch setting on machine. Also, piece with 50 wt. thread.
Find your own 1/4" and use that. Some of the seam guides are a little big so check and follow that:)
Thank you! Now it makes sense. All I need to do is achieve it!
Thank you Laura, your video is perfect!
you are not just bbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbbeautiful !!! you R amazzzzing
+ zozonozo11 - Yes, that's been a thought of mine as well. She's said before that she loves her job. And it shows, doesn't it?
zozonozo11 She is a doll and lovely to look at, so easy on the eyes and the ears 😊
Thank you :):):):):):):):):):):):)
thanks
thanks
Great explanation. Thanks!
I just ordered a quilting foot for my machine
You made a gorgeous white, black, and bright green quilt. It’s called a jelly roll race I think. I have searched and searched for it but can’t find it. I was wondering if it was still up for viewing? Also, do you ever sell any of your quilts?
Ive got quarter inch foot for my machine
Thanks for this helpful video.
thanks
What is a scant 1/4. That is all I want to know. I have to do a scant
I've always understood about why we do a scant 1/4 inch seam. What I don't understand though, is why sometimes an instruction will say "sew 1/4 inch seam". Should I always just go ahead and sew scant? If thread always takes up space, then should we always sew scant 1/4 when sewing pieces together?
You should always have a true 1/4". It really helps to test with the thread and fabric just to make sure:)
Love your bernina sewing machine that I saw in another tutorial I have a baby lock and wished I had shopped around more and won’t be needing a new machine any time soon but I will look into an ever sewn made by bernina. Back to topic at hand what size thread do you recommend for quilting I have been using the 50weight thread will that make a difference in the 1|4 inch seam? Thank you love all your tutorials.
50weight is great:)
I've been quilting for many years and still consider myself a 'confident beginner' because I cannot master that perfect 1/4" seam. Am I correct when I say that the 2" mark of that middle piece (after sides were sewn on) should rest on the side pieces which would make the middle piece the correct 2" size. I hope I asked the question so that you understand it. I think I was measuring the 2" piece to be on the inside.
To be exact, press the seams open and flat on the back and then you could measure in from the seams
I have the same question as Ellen...Should we always be sewing with a scant 1/4 inch? And if not when don't we?
I think the most important thing is a true 1/4" unless it says a scant. Thanks for asking
Laura: I have a question pls? I have a picture of a quilt that I so want to make. BUT I am baffled on HOW to begin or even make it. I think it is beautiful! I will change my picture so you can see it. Would you like to possibly do a tutorial on it? Of course No is an answer. Thanks for at least thinking about it. Eve A Ward, USA
Hi Eve is it the red and white one? If you want you can message me on Facebook and show me the picture:)
Rewatching this.... Another Question pls? Would you recommend a certain footer while quilting? Thank you for your time. Eve USA
most 1/4" feet are good, however just check it out for size and keep that measurement in mind:)
Hi Laura - I have requested friendship on Facebook. I will send once we are friends. THANKS SO VERY MUCH! Eve
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