05/28/2012 07:46 AM
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tinygirl
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I am having a problem trying to figure out the best way to quilt a quarter of an inch on each side of a seam. I purchased the 1/4" accufeed foot thinking that would help, but it does not go over seams, and appears to be just for piecing. I was very disappointed after paying almost $30 for it. My local dealer (Sewing in Williamstown, WV) is of no help and tells me he can't order anything for the machines and if I can find what I want online to buy it online. I took four classes from him after purchasing the machine, but he wasted most of class time talking about personal stuff and even crying. I did find another dealer about an hour away. If I took classes there would I have to pay since I did not buy the machine there???
It makes me so unhappy that I paid that much for a machine and am getting not getting the support I need because the dealer does not sew or quilt.
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Sewing as fast as I can,
Jenny
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05/28/2012 07:58 AM
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MOM
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I know this is a round about way to do it, but if you make a small line on your fabric to measure where the 1/4 point is then you can move your needle to that point and use your regular plate not changing it to the single hole that will work. Unfortunately the Acufeed 1/4 inch is not a perfect 1/4 inch but the 02 foot is ,which you should have received with your machine or from Janome after you registered your machine for free.
Or you can use the 1/4 inch acufeed with the regular plate not the single hole. Set your stitch length to where you want it and your stitch width to 5.5 and that is a perfect 1/4 inch seam so you can try that as well.
It surely does not sound right what your delaer is telling you about not being able to order accessories for the 7700. Is he not a Janome dealer any more? If so why not contact Janome and let them know what issues you are having and I am sure they can put you in the right direction.
MOM
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05/28/2012 11:46 AM
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tinygirl
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Thanks, I'll try the 5.5 setting.
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Sewing as fast as I can,
Jenny
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06/11/2012 12:37 PM
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seleyrn
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reading the comments above made me wonder why when using the 1/4" foot you should not use the single hole but the regular plate? My machine wants to use the single hole for straight stitching. Not sure how to change it for anything other than a zig zag or pattern.... Guess I should reread my manual.
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06/11/2012 08:49 PM
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CherylAnn
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The reason you cannot use the Accufeed 1/4" foot with the single needle plate is because you need to jog over to 5.5 or more to get a 1/4" seam. That keeps most of the fabric under the feed dogs so that it feeds evenly. Once you get used to doing that it works great. I also use the O2 foot and the clearview foot- it has the option of putting on the 1/4" guide or the ditch guide, but I never use the guides as this is the foot I use when I'm sewing over things that have been sewn together so the guide doesn't catch on any fabric and frustrate me. All the feet are useful in the application that you find the most comfortable using.
Cheryl
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Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada
HMC12000, Horizon 7700QCP, 4120 QDC, Jem Platinum 760, CoverPro 1000, HuskyLock 936, Xpression Felting Machine, DigitizerMBX v.4.0
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06/12/2012 02:05 AM
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andersonova
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The Janome websie has a section of tutorials that are fantastic and their educational phone has a live real person tthat answers questions. I go my sewing machine at Pocono Sew and Vac.. They are wonderful and very helpful.
I wish I could find a place thet sells the 3 rd walking foot.. the one with the plarel. I have the closed and open foot but would like to purchase the one with the grid. Is anyone sellling that foot. I believe it is only available in the multi pack.
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06/12/2012 09:33 AM
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CherylAnn
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Are you referring to the acufeed feet for the 7700. There are only 4, the regular, open toe, 1/4" and the ditch quilting foot. The 1/4" and the ditch quilting feet have little guides on the them that either travels down the edge of the fabric or in the ditch or well of the seam.
If you are more specific we can maybe answer your question a little better.
Cheryl
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Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada
HMC12000, Horizon 7700QCP, 4120 QDC, Jem Platinum 760, CoverPro 1000, HuskyLock 936, Xpression Felting Machine, DigitizerMBX v.4.0
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06/13/2012 07:43 AM
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janetmoilanen
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I was having the same issue with 1/4" seams when crossing over another seam with 4 or more layers of fabric with the 7700. The machine would make smaller stitches and would vere to the left which resulted in a wavy quilt top! It was also difficult to remove these tiny stitches to correct the seam allowance. OK, this is what worked for me. I too purchased a new accufeed foot but NOT the one with the built in 1/4" seam guide. I bought the Accufeed OpenToe for about $20. This is what I can do with it:
-use the accufeed system
-use the APC
-get a totally accurate scant or full 1/4" seam by visually lining up the fabric with inner metal edge of foot
-sew perfectly when crossing seams (it does not bunch up stitches or vere to the side) maintaining a consistant 1/4" seam allowance
I wrote to Janome customer relations and suggested they provide this foot as standard. Maybe everyone does not have this problem but since this machine is marketed as a quilting machine, I think it must be a common issue.
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06/13/2012 08:48 AM
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MOM
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Janet thanks for the hint. I am not sure where you live but I got my open toe dual feed and my stitch in the ditch and my 1/4 inch dual feed feet with my machine. I guess I was lucky. I have not had any issues with my 1/4 inch perhaps you should bring your machine into the dealer and have them check the feed dogs and the feeding system.
MOM
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06/13/2012 05:02 PM
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janetmoilanen
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I live in SE Michigan and those additonal accufeed feet did not come in the box with the machine which I recently purchased in March of this year. Yes, you were very fortunate to get them all! When you say you don't have any problems with the 1/4" foot, are you referring to the 1/4" accufeed foot or the O2 1/4" foot that came standard for me? I had problems with the 02 not feeding right when crossing over seams. If the O2 foot works well for you, maybe I should have the dealer check the timing on my machine. Thanks for your input!
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06/13/2012 06:57 PM
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MOM
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I have no problems with either of my feet. When I use the dual feed without engaging the single hole I move my stitch to 5.5. If you use the piecing stitch quilt # 93 I get a perfect 1/4 inch without moving anything. When I use the single hole and the dual feed I get a perfect 1/4 inch. You may want to have your machine checked. I have my 12,000 in the dealer for a check I am having a few issues with my thread and bobbin while in the embroidery mode. If we use our machines a lot it is good to have them checked often. Most people that do not use their machines may not find out the glitches until after they use them for years. I use both my 7700 and my 12,000 for hours each day.
MOM
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06/13/2012 07:37 PM
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CherylAnn
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janetmoilanen,
I forgot to mention that some Horizon 7700's had the back feed dogs not at the same level as the front ones. Mine was one of those and having that adjusted makes a huge difference. If and when you take your machine in to be serviced, get them to check it. The machine will sew with the problem but with some feet you have more problems than others.
Cheryl
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Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada
HMC12000, Horizon 7700QCP, 4120 QDC, Jem Platinum 760, CoverPro 1000, HuskyLock 936, Xpression Felting Machine, DigitizerMBX v.4.0
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06/14/2012 05:28 AM
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janetmoilanen
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Mom -
Thank you and I am going to try your suggestions and also have the machine checked out to rule out any problems. I use the machine every day but have not used all of the features. It's quite daunting, actually!
Edited: 06/14/2012 at 05:32 AM by janetmoilanen
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06/14/2012 05:32 AM
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janetmoilanen
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Cheryl Ann,
thank you also for your information. I will be taking my machine in for a feed dog check!
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06/14/2012 07:05 PM
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CherylAnn
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Janet, Don't let the machine daunt you. I have the 12000 as well and it has more stuff on it yet. I know that I will never touch many of the features. You just get bells and whistles when you pay a good price for a machine. They are there if and when we need them. Remember is is only a machine and YOU are the BOSS.
Cheryl
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Saskatoon, Saskatchewan Canada
HMC12000, Horizon 7700QCP, 4120 QDC, Jem Platinum 760, CoverPro 1000, HuskyLock 936, Xpression Felting Machine, DigitizerMBX v.4.0
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07/12/2012 01:01 PM
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macady44
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I would use 1/4 inch masking tape. Lay it next to the seam and stitch at the edge. Then pick it up and move it to the next area. Margaret
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09/29/2012 09:39 AM
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emphillips
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I live in SE Michigan also and just purchases a 7700. Are you happy with your machine? Any problems?
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10/12/2012 04:37 PM
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isaacka
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I am having a lot of trouble with the tension on my machine. It frequently goes wacky. Sometimes rethreading the machine helps. Other times taking the bobbin out & putting it back in helps. Sometimes I do both of those & there are still problems. So I remove the bobbin case and clean it out. I turn the machine off and start it up again. IF all of that doesn't work I replace the needle. I have used more needles since getting my 7700 than I have in all the 35 years I've sewn. Taking it in to my dealer helps for awhile, but then I start experiencing the same issues. I also have to make sure I use the same exact thread in the bobbin as I am using for the needle. Last Saturday I lost an hour of quilting time because I had to stop so frequently to try to get the machine running properly again. You can hear immediately midseam when the tension goes wrong. The machine does not sound the same. It would be interesting to hear if anyone else has had these problems. A solution would be better.
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isaacka
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10/12/2012 05:18 PM
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MOM
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isaacka:
You only need to post your posting under 1 area. I am sure someone will answer you. It just becomes a repeat question un der different categories.
MOM
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