madamekelly

I am embarrassed to admit that after trying many methods to avoid the dreaded curve at the seam end, I finally just used a permanent marker to draw a 1/4 inch line on my actual machine. As it wears off, I just redo it. It is my machine and the quilt police can just go eat donuts!

PatPitter

You can also use moleskin to mark the 1/4 inch spot on the bed of the sewing machine. It is thicker than a piece of tape and provides a nice edge to run the fabric against.

crafty pat

I was having a lot of trouble with my seams when I saw a post here on the board that someone said she used the Command strips from the removable wall picture hanging strips. I stack two together and used them as a guide and it solved my problem. You can remove them and reuse then over and over. I sure want to thank whoever posted that tip as it has saved me so much time and aggravation.

Sew Krazy Girl

Ditto on this advice. My preference is a shishkabob stick; sturdy, flexible, light and cheap. No need for pricey metal stilettos that are too heavy to hold. Just my 2 cents.

quilt addict

I have not tried a stiletto but have seen many quilters use that so I will give it a shot. What has worked best for me is to slow down. And then I keep my left pointer finger right next to the edge of the presser foot and let the fabric run under it. Seems to keep it from kicking out.

moedersaar

I have a Kenmore machine

moedersaar

thanks Jan I will try this.

moedersaar

I do have a1/4" foot , but do have a speedy foot so I will slow down and also try to use a stilleto of some kind.

captlynhall

Yes, slowing down makes a huge difference for me. I can watch closely as the last little bit goes under the presser foot and adjust as needed.

kristijoy

This is a great idea! It's that little bit at the end that always gets me! Or when you go over a joint....