5 Overlocker Tips You Won't Find in the Manual (my best serger tips!)

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Let's take our overlocker skills to the next level with these 5 unconventional tips! These expert tricks may not be common knowledge, but they will help you achieve better serging results. From threading techniques to finishing overlock seam, these unusual tips will give you the confidence to tackle serger project with ease. Let's elevate our overlocking game and get professional results every time!
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@MissRebekah1974 Жыл бұрын

Before sewing and especially serging, drink plenty of water. Fabric and thread put off dust and tend to dry out nose and eyes. Use a good hand lotion/moisturizer. This will keep your hands from getting dry and snagging fabric or threads. Set a timer for one hour and twenty minutes. This is to give yourself a break. Get up, drink some more water, rotate neck and shoulders, go look out a window at things far away. Take about twenty minutes to do this then reset your timer and now that you are refreshed go back to your project. Make Beauty! Aunt B

@Julija_Gobere Жыл бұрын

Oh these are such great tips! 🤗

@06snydernancy Жыл бұрын

Oh have a little air purifier close by.

@007lovediamonds6 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely 100% you are right

@GoldieHoffmanComedian Жыл бұрын

Aw, these are GREAT and such important tips for our health, both physical and mental. we often forget this in advice/tips list, so thanks! :)

@isabeljohnston5020 10 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot for those great tips!😊

@eva_unrast Жыл бұрын

My little overlock-tipp after about 40 Years of sewing: The third cone from the left holds the thread that sews the actual overlock stitch; the other three sew more or less straight. Therefore, the 3rd cone uses considerably more thread than the others. So if you always put the obvious fullest cone in the third spot, you'll use up the cones evenly. So, in your tip for never using purple thread again, the cone should be put in 3rd place; the other three places are then occupied by the small bobbins.

@Julija_Gobere 11 ай бұрын

What a great insight! Thank you for this tip🤗

@eva_unrast 11 ай бұрын

@Transplanted1 On all the overlock machines I've used so far, the third cone was the one that went around the hem and therefore used a lot more thread than the others. Possibly this is not the same on all machines? You can find out by testing four different color cones on the machine you are using, then you can see from the seam color which cone belongs to the high-consumption ones.

@SBL1932 11 ай бұрын

Great ideas. Some I already knew, but not all. Thank you for sharing

@debrun3275 11 ай бұрын

Brilliant thanks

@linalice8318 11 ай бұрын

Good to know about it as I am a new learner,thanks! But I feel curious about the color arrangement. If using 4 different or contrasted colors of threads, should I think about how to put each one on the certain thread holder to create a master piece of view? Thanks!

@katybe6 Жыл бұрын

I did know these tips already, but that doesn't mean they aren't valuable. My favourite tip is about tension settings. Once I have the settings right, I take a photo with my phone of the settings with a piece of the fabric on top. I often buy fabric by the roll, so I can easily check what settings the fabric needs by checking through the serger album on my phone.

@Julija_Gobere Жыл бұрын

That is such a clever tip!

@cruznk9 6 ай бұрын

Excellent idea

@UpInTheSky2025 4 ай бұрын

Thankyou!

@danicourtnay 11 ай бұрын

If your shoulder seam doesn't need to stretch, you can also stabilize with a piece of ribbon or twill tape. I don't like the feel of clear elastic so I often use cotton twill tape to reinforce my shoulder seams.

@lauraelbertsen Жыл бұрын

Wait, I can thread bobbins and use them for the serger? My Lady, this is the best find of the year!

@isabelleblanchet3694 Жыл бұрын

I simply lift the presser foot when changing the thread that way, it removes the tension automatically.

@lovemesomeslippers 8 ай бұрын

I’m surprised at the number of sewist who haven’t sewn covers for their machines! Great scrap project.

@dale3404 Жыл бұрын

I clip the elastic tape that comes on RTW clothes, unless I need it to keep the garment on the hanger. The strips can be used for reinforcing shoulder seams, don’t add to the landfill, don’t poke out when wearing the garment, and are free.

@Julija_Gobere Жыл бұрын

That’s a great idea!

@zazmau Жыл бұрын

In some cases, not all, you can use cut off selvage edge of woven fabric.Try to match color. It's free!!!!

@johannaholmgren8088 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant re-use of clear elastic!! Man, when I think of how many miles of that I've thrown out when I could have just used it...!!!!!

@daxxydog5777 9 ай бұрын

I’ve been doing that for years! I also use old vintage ribbon pieces I end up with when I buy random bags of notions.

@lilaholland5764 Ай бұрын

Great idea for reducing waste & saving $'s!

@jewelgaither1504 Жыл бұрын

I have worked in a garment factory in the past and that's the way they taught us to change the threads. I've used it for 40 or more years. Really saves time.

@Julija_Gobere Жыл бұрын

I learned this at sewing school, where we would change threads for industrial overlockers like that - those industrial are so difficult to change threads any other way!

@inekekrul6340 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for your tips! I have a few tips: use black and white as standard colours and only change the cones for the colour you need at the very left. And maybe the upper looper. So for a dark red sweater, you can use 1 or 2 red cones and 2 black. It is not visible in the seam! And the other tip; if your serger does not have a catching part for the scraps. There are plates for under the serger, with a bucket or net to catch the treads and cut of scraps. Your floor and lap will stay clean of treads.

@cassieoz1702 Жыл бұрын

I use grey and cream as my 'standards' and colour in the left needle if using the serger in 4-thread mode

@akbunny5221 Жыл бұрын

Thanks for that....! Only just got a serger, it was gifted to me...😊. I've sewn loads of practice seams and they appear good. The biggest 'problem' I have is guiding the fabric along the distance marks (keeping the fabric straight under the needles) - I'm used to using flat bed sewing machines where it's easy. Any tips greatfully received....! Cheers. Mark.....

@MayowaOye 10 ай бұрын

This is spot on!

@nancybackes111 Жыл бұрын

I use a fabric loop turner rather than a needle for tucking in the thread ends. A loop turner is like a very long needle but it has a small latch hook at the end instead of an eye. Push the the hook end in through the stitches, catch the thread tail, and pull the turner back out. The hook closes as you pull the turner and pulls the tail into the stitches. So it does the same thing as the needle trick, but it is faster and not as fiddly as you don't have to thread those ends through the eye of a needle.

@judykish1481 11 ай бұрын

Thanks for that idea. I normally thread a needle, but will certainly try the loop turner.

@cruznk9 6 ай бұрын

The loop turner is easier for arthritic hands too.

@gildaparodi-swords5623 Жыл бұрын

I didn’t know to lower down the dial to zero for changing the thread. I kept it at 4 and the threads would come undone. Thanks for this great tip!

@davernew.305 Жыл бұрын

Same here! Have used this technique but never heard of releasing the tension! Game changer and makes so much sense!

@beesan7478 Жыл бұрын

same here.glad to learn it.Thank you

@williamsews Жыл бұрын

I don't know if you have the same terms for knots in your country, but you need to tie it off with a Reef Knot, not a Granny Knot, the Granny will slip. I haven't hand threaded an overlocker for decades.

@marysesiegmanngodet2454 Жыл бұрын

👍🏻 Very good tip, I will turn the tension to 0 as of now. Many thanks 🌸

@kthybrown007 Жыл бұрын

My solution is to lift the threads out of the tension disks (mine are knobs), pull the threads as described, then flip the threads back into the tension disks (and "floss" them to make sure they are in). It eliminates the need to (remember to) readjust the tension, which never seems to be the same as it was...

@TorBoy9 Жыл бұрын

I love your tips. I, too, knew to tie the new threads when changing threads, but not reduce the tension. My favourite serger tip is to buy a book on sergers, which will tell you about the different serger stitches you can do, usually just by changing the tension of various threads.

@loves2spin2 11 ай бұрын

Can you recommend one?

@tallpaska5913 Жыл бұрын

Another tip is to frequently dust the serger's working parts. They create a huge amount of lint which affects their performance. Keep small paintbrushes handy and develop a habit of opening the machine and sweeping it. If you see a speck of lint next to the blade, you can be sure the inside is already dusty.

@trishgrant2715 Жыл бұрын

After every sew

@Julija_Gobere Жыл бұрын

Ahh yes, that is very good tip and dusting more often is definitely something I should be doing!

@sherrillsturm7240 Жыл бұрын

Yes, many times faster than the sewing machine. While cleaning the insides, you can also check the positions of the loopers as they pass the needle(s) by rotating the wheel by hand. Once in a while, they are off timing, and might have a tiny piece of thread caught.

@bun04y Жыл бұрын

I bought an attachment for my vacuum so that I can just suck out all the lint.

@Diva9000x 11 ай бұрын

I buy 2 cones of the same color for use on the loopers. I wind bobbins for the 2 needles. Gray & taupe will blend with a lot of colors. You gotta have black & white cones for sure.

@tsunamiglory Жыл бұрын

I was very interested to see how to make a sharp corner that looks fantastic! Thanks for the tip

@1carwin Жыл бұрын

Very helpful hints. I had heard about tying threads together to avoid re-threading the whole machine but no one mentioned changing the tension. I'll definitely be trying this again.

@debragreaves9550 Жыл бұрын

Once u tie properly no need to change tension.. DO IT ALL D TIME

@bun04y Жыл бұрын

My serger recommended tying the threads but didn't say anything about changing the tension or just pulling. Instead it said to serge a chain to pull the threads through the machine. I'm going to try just pulling as usually the knots get stuck at my needles and break.

@bettyknowles8490 Жыл бұрын

Do it slowly when it reaches the needle cut the thread then thread the needle

@gdhhayes2129 Жыл бұрын

exactly the same for me! I was thrilled to get this tip as it's a game changer

@chrismcl6373 Жыл бұрын

I use a similar technique but rather than changing the tension and pulling the threads, I just run the machine until the knots on needle threads get up to the eye, then clip those and thread the needles

@helenhardman2564 7 ай бұрын

I knew most of these and they are good tips. The winding of bobbins is a great one I hadn't heard.

@lisajane1431 9 ай бұрын

I love how you get straight to the point. Great video!

@lamarciaboudrias6527 Жыл бұрын

Fantastic tips. Thank you!

@ilkbahar9424 6 ай бұрын

I just ADORE your channel.

@rhamnerdixon2974 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for your most helpful tips.

@brendaturner8064 Жыл бұрын

Yessss!!! Your tips are very helpful! The first one was fantastic! Thank you so much!

@creativekaii 2 ай бұрын

Such great tips!!

@patrila1377 Жыл бұрын

I'll definitely implement tip #4! Thank you so much for sharing.

@karengray2650 Жыл бұрын

Well put together video and great tips.

@Eva-ri1zb Жыл бұрын

Thanks for your great tips, especially changing threads

@magicmole Жыл бұрын

Tip #4 is so great. Thanks.

@TheEvie202 3 ай бұрын

Good idea about the thread you are only using once or twice. I used to buy 4 cones of a fashion color and wound up with tons of serger threads. Didn’t know a bobbin wouldn’t work on a serger. Thanks 🙏 ❤

@rachaelsooklall1208 Жыл бұрын

Thanks so much for those wonderful tips!!

@dougnini 11 ай бұрын

thank you! You explained each tip great!

@elizabethrowe7262 Жыл бұрын

Great tips! I do use most of those tips and great to be reminded to keep doing this.

@lennettestewart5759 Жыл бұрын

These tips are Great! Thank you so much.

@franceswashington3961 Жыл бұрын

Loved your tips,I did learn something, thanks great video.

@donnamitchell8448 Жыл бұрын

Great tips, Thanks!

@ChiSource Жыл бұрын

Love love the bonus tip about using cloth groceries bag. Also the one about thread bobbins is new to me! Thanks for the awesome tips.

@magdalenaschwei5822 Жыл бұрын

thank you for your clear and handy serger tips! Will be looking for more! 🌷🌷

@montyollie 6 ай бұрын

Your channel is so inspirational! Thank you for all the tips!

@bkshopper 11 ай бұрын

Great tips great video!!

@henriettelinkshanderin1449 Жыл бұрын

I already knew those five tips BUT I love the bonus tip! Thank you so much!!!

@Maridith2 Жыл бұрын

Those are super helpful tips! Thank you!

@kelvinhall2053 Жыл бұрын

Good video, crisp clear tips.

@cynthiafed Жыл бұрын

Great tips. Thank you for sharing.

@mariaromano2755 8 ай бұрын

Great tips! Thank you ☺️

@Copperpot415 9 ай бұрын

Love the corner tip! Great presentation and valuable tips

@loves2spin2 11 ай бұрын

This is so helpful! Thank you very much!

@darlajackson2767 Жыл бұрын

Great tips!

@ToniGuerrero Жыл бұрын

Very grateful for the links to the elastic tape.

@terilooney Жыл бұрын

I love your presentation and affect. Thanks for sharing.

@dillismoore432 Жыл бұрын

I love love love your videos! I've learned some new techniques.

@MoMoZen-nk4is 2 ай бұрын

Very helpful tips! Thanks!

@delskinner3427 3 ай бұрын

Great tips! Thank you for posting 😊

@mandylavida 11 ай бұрын

Brilliant tips - thank you!

@TracieSmithpomeranian Жыл бұрын

Thank you for giving us your valuable information.

@paulinecollins788 Жыл бұрын

Thanks Julie great tips

@carolinap4150 Жыл бұрын

Great tips !!! thank you !!!

@asheraucoin 6 ай бұрын

Very professional and helpful and I am so thankful!

@Kevin-wo3kp 8 ай бұрын

Great tutorial. Thanks.

@adrikala1293 5 ай бұрын

Thank you! I learned a lot!

@cckrull8147 Жыл бұрын

Just came across your channel and I’m so delighted! Enjoyed all your tips and some I already use! Keep up the great videos on sergers!

@Yahoo1339 4 ай бұрын

Thank you , as always fabulous tips.❤

@celarasmith8030 Жыл бұрын

Simply Brilliant tips. I'm going to try them all. Thank you very much.

@gretabrown1408 3 ай бұрын

Thanks for your tips very helpful

@jacquelinelmiller Жыл бұрын

These are awesome tips that I did not know! I am excited to put them into practice!

@jeannieappelhof1791 Жыл бұрын

This was very helpful. Thank you so much. :)

@utefeather9356 Жыл бұрын

Good ideas. Thank you

@DuckInYellow Ай бұрын

Thank you for making this video! It helps alot!

@rhondamoore9842 Жыл бұрын

Brilliant tips! I’ve only used my serger a few times, and your tips will help so much!

@annjelley5363 Жыл бұрын

I have an old fashioned serger, so I’m hoping these tips will work. Thanks, I’ll keep you posted!

@brenshev6957 16 күн бұрын

Thank you for the great tips.

@daleodberg6714 10 ай бұрын

Very helpful and interesting.

@soniaolivasalas8167 7 ай бұрын

That's awesome thanks for sharing.😉

@schisandra Жыл бұрын

Thanks for these useful tips 😊

@diannelindeman3409 6 ай бұрын

Awesome tips

@susenjustesen7959 Жыл бұрын

Thank you , helpful .

@solangeherault7038 4 ай бұрын

Thanks for sharing

@lanabunn 9 ай бұрын

great tips thanks

@akbunny5221 Жыл бұрын

Excellent. Thank you....!

@robinshane4661 Жыл бұрын

I change my threads the same way. Genius. It really does work like a charm. I love the clear elastic tape tip. I’m going to start doing that.

@mauraprice6403 8 ай бұрын

Awe. Thank you so much. I love your channel. It is so helpful. Maura

@deirdrez9 Жыл бұрын

Great tips thank you😊

@GeminiShazza Жыл бұрын

Wow liked, subscribed, and added to my sewing list BRILLIANT INFO Thank you.

@leslieeubank2400 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for the tips, they are so helpful!

@Julija_Gobere Жыл бұрын

Very glad to hear this ♥️

@0campy 10 ай бұрын

Just found you! So glad I did. I'm new to serving... you've given me confidence.

@froggie219 Жыл бұрын

Thank you! You are so sweet and easy to listen to, I am a new subscriber!

@mew-zsoul420 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for useful tips !!!

@julieryding2030 Жыл бұрын

Great tips ❤

@carolelandry4639 Жыл бұрын

AWESOME tips !

@veronicab3119 9 ай бұрын

Awesome! thanks

@Genuinelyemsewingpatterns Жыл бұрын

These were all so practical and helpful!!! Thank you

@Julija_Gobere Жыл бұрын

Glad to hear you enjoyed these tips! 🤗

@maureendesmond5642 11 ай бұрын

Fantastic video! I just subscribed this weekend and love what I have watched!

@carolruiter1694 Жыл бұрын

Your a star...thanks for the tips. You're never too old to learn something new❤

@cynthiaseafeldt4814 Жыл бұрын

Awesome!! I will try these

@carolynrockafellow417 Жыл бұрын

Great tips some I knew and some I didn’t thank you. 2 of my granddaughters got sergers for Christmas and this is perfect for them.

@sheilaguthrie4525 Жыл бұрын

Another thread saving tip is to use regular sewing thread in the needles. The needles don't use as much thread as the loopers, it's just like using the sewing machine in this way.

@zazmau Жыл бұрын

Regular sewing thread is more expensive than serger thread. It is also thicker than serger thread and adds excess bulk.