Serger 101: Machine Basics For Sewing With Serger

Learning to use your serger with confidence

What you'll learn

All about the ins-and-outs of your serger – what it does, how it does it, and most importantly - how to thread your serger fearlessly.

Which stitches work best for a wide range of fabrics and designs – from delicate silk chiffons to stretchy spandex knits.

How to create professional looking seams, seam finishes, and hems around a variety of shapes, whether corners or curves.

Using serger stitches such as the flatlock and rolled hem to create beautiful construction details in a fraction of the time of traditional sewing.

Requirements

You only need to have a desire to learn how to use your serger

Description

Gain confidence using your serger with sewing instructor Margaret Smith. If you know the basics of serging, you'll now discover how versatile your machine is! Begin with an overview of serger threading and maintenance. Then, learn how to create nine different types of basic stitches and create a serger stitch book you can reference again and again. For those tricky serger slip-ups, Margaret will show you how to troubleshoot common issues like poor tension, skipped stitches, fabric rippling and more. Now that you've refined your serging skills, put them to the test with three fun skill-building projects.
Overcome your serging fears by learning all about your serger – how it works, simple threading techniques, and basic construction skills for successful serged projects.Learn to select the most appropriate overlock stitch for any type of fabric, whether a delicate woven or a stretchy knit.Gain confidence as you learn simple ways to serge curves, corners, and other tricky techniques with ease.Make the most of your serger by applying new construction techniques and specialty stitches to create beautiful looks with a professional finish.
Whether you adore or fear your serger – you will love this introductory serger online course! A serger is an invaluable tool to have in your sewing studio. It's fabulous for making garment construction quick and easy, and it can even add special decorative touches! Don't let all those threads intimidate you – your serger will be your new best friend.
This course will teach you all you need to become fearlessly proficient in serging. The tools and techniques taught in class guide you through everything from threading basics, to serger garment construction – everything you need to know to use a serger with ease and confidence. Serger 101 will give you the opportunity to practice your serging skills and explore new ones as well. Learn to get the most out of your serger by building a strong foundation through Serger 101. A serger may not entirely replace a sewing machine – but you'll wonder how you ever sewed without one!

Overview

Section 1: Welcome To Serger 101: Machine Basics & Techniques

Lecture 1 Welcome To Serger 101: Machine Basics & Techniques

Lecture 2 Introduction

Lecture 3 How To Choose A Serger

Section 2: Needles and Thread

Lecture 4 Serger Thread

Lecture 5 Serger Needles

Lecture 6 How To Change Serger Needles

Section 3: Setting Up A Serger Notebook

Lecture 7 Printing Off The Handouts

Lecture 8 How To Set Up A Serger Stitch Book

Lecture 9 Setting Up A Serger Notebook

Lecture 10 Serger Stitches and Uses

Section 4: Getting To Know The Serger

Lecture 11 How To Unbox A Serger

Lecture 12 Serger Accessories

Lecture 13 The Parts Of A Serger

Section 5: Threading Made Easy

Lecture 14 The Two Types Of Threading Systems For Sergers

Lecture 15 How To Thread An Air Jet Serger

Lecture 16 How To Thread A Serger

Section 6: Securing Thread Tails

Lecture 17 Securing Thread Tails

Lecture 18 Securing Thread Tails With A Sealant

Lecture 19 Concealing The Serger Thread Tails

Lecture 20 Knotting The Serger Thread Tails

Section 7: The Basic Serger Stitches

Lecture 21 Serger Stitches

Lecture 22 4 Thread Overlock

Lecture 23 Setting Up The 3 Thread Overlock

Lecture 24 3 Thread Overlock

Lecture 25 Rolled Hem: Information and Thread Types

Lecture 26 The Rolled Hem: Machine Setup and Serging

Section 8: How To Sew a Glasses Case on a Serger

Lecture 27 How to sew a glasses case serger video

Lecture 28 How to Sew a glasses case

Section 9: The Serger Knife

Lecture 29 How To Adjust The Knife On A Serger and How To Disengage the Knife

Section 10: Troubleshooting

Lecture 30 How To Remove Serger Stitches

Lecture 31 Serger Care & Maintenance: Cleaning, Oiling & More

Anyone who has a serger and wants to develop skill and confidence in using it.,New serger owners wanting to learn about their serger and how to use it.,Sewing enthusiasts who want to get more out of their serger than just basic construction and seam finishing.