How important is a 1/4" seam?

[KatiesQuiltingCorner]

I made some neckties tonight for a birthday party, so I checked and my 1/4" universal foot is DEFINITELY more than 1/4"! I am going to use the lines on paper method to see where the 1/4" is.

I have spools and spools and spools of serger thread, not the greatest stuff for quilting!

I still plan to start SIMPLE with many similar sized pieces. And I plan to use starch before I cut. Still can't imagine cutting out EVERY single piece first!

I recommend sewing fabric together to check your seam allowance. Sewing on paper doesn't give you an accurate idea since you have to press your seam and that can change your measurement.