A scant 1/4″  is a hair less than a  1/4″.   I use the 1/4″ foot on my machine and instead of the fabric butting up against the foot, I leave enough room between the foot and the material to insert a straight pen between the two.  This only works if you can sew a straight line with minimal guidance.  Another way to sew a scant 1/4 inch is to move your machine needle to the right and use the foot with the material butted against it as a guide.  Or, if you use the guides on the needle plate, mark your scant 1/4″ on the plate.

I hope you found this tip helpful. 

I was pleased to see all the participants in our October block swap.  The blocks sent in are fabulous.  We have very talented quilters and this months block chosen by Sara is already posted on the site.  I know how busy the holidays are and they are just around the corner.  I hope you find time in your busy schedule to join us again.