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Learn to Serge: Thread Your Serger Machine
Threading your serger is the number one complaint I hear about owning an overlock machine. So, let’s face that fear first.Threading your serger is very similar to threading a traditional sewing machine, there are just a few more steps. I’ve added a LOT of photos, to hopefully clarify any confusion there could be. To start, let’s learn how to take thread OUT of the serger. Most sergers come pre-threaded. You’re going to start by cutting the thread….. After cutting all four spools, it should look similar to this… Next, lift your foot pedal up (the lever is usually on the side of the machine) You are going to take the thread out…
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Learn to Serge: Serging Circles
Serging Circles was the hardest thing for me to learn about the serger. I couldn’t get down how to serge a continuous circle. (Like the leg of a pant before sewing a hem). I could find how to serge a circle that was flat but not a continuous circle. With a lot of trial and error I finally came to realize it actually isn’t difficult. Let me share with you what I’ve found. Today we are going to learn how to serge two different kind of circles – continuous circles {if you didn’t catch that above ;)} and flat circles. Serging Flat Circles: There are two basic ways you can serge…
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Learn to Serge: The Secret to Serging Corners!
Hi there! For those just joining the Learn to Serge Series party, feel free to browse the homepage. Each lesson builds upon the previous lesson so it’s worth it to take a minute and review the previous tips and tricks! Since the serger (also known as an overlock machine) produces such a professional look, it is common to use a serger on clothes and finished hems. We have learned how to serge straight lines, serge with multiple layers, serge circles and now we get to learn the secret to serging corners!! There are two types of corners – what I would call inward corner and a normal corner. Serging Corners: so… wanna know…
