Can you sew with a serger?
A serger allows you to sew a seam, trim the seam allowance, and overcast the edge all in one step. This stitch is called a 4-thread safety stitch and it can be created on all sergers.
What kind of stitches can a serger do?
The most basic serger stitch is the overlock stitch. A 4-thread or 3-thread overlock stitch is the most common stitch used for seams. The 4-thread overlock is perfect stitch for sewing knits because it is strong and flexible. Using a 3-thread overlock is a great way to overcast and finish raw edges of woven fabrics.
How do you get a narrow hem with a serger?
To get a narrow hem with a serger machine you simply need to remove the thread in the left needle, remove or adjust the stitching finger (this depends on the overlocker you’re using) and adjust the stitch width to the narrowest setting.
What’s the best way to sew rolled hem?
Begin sewing with the fabric right side up and keep adjusting your upper and lower looper tensions until you see the fabric edge turn under. Replace the stitch finger to its original place. Replace the left needle in its original slot and thread. Revert to the original settings for the stitch width, stitch length and tension dials.
Where is the stitch finger on a serger?
To locate the stitch finger on such machine, simply slide the door open and look for the stitch finger on the left hand side, just below the step number 9 you follow when threading the serger, as indicated in the picture below. To remove the stitch finger, firmly press the little button under the finger, as indicated below.
When to use two thread or three thread rolled hems?
Two thread rolled hems are often seen on lightweight fabrics such as chiffon and organza while the three thread serged rolled hem technique is mostly used for cottons. The overlocker rolled hem is often seen on the edges of napkins, table linens, decorative pillows, single layer ruffles, scarves and sometimes on knit garments.