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    Old 03-16-2011, 06:27 AM
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    I keep hearing quilters say use a scant quarter inch. What is a scant quarter inch?
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    Old 03-16-2011, 06:29 AM
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    A scant 1/4" is a thread or 2 (depending on the size of thread you are using) to the right of the seam. You make your 1/4" just a tad bit smaller to accommodate your thread.
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    Search on Scant Quarter Inch and you will find a whole lot of advice.
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