Learn to Sew a Flatlock Stitch

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How to Sew a Flatlock Stitch on your Serger or Overlocker - Flatlock Hem with Serger. Blog Post with Links ↓↓
mellysews.com/flatlock-serger...
Pattern used in the video ↓↓
blankslatepatterns.com/produc...

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@janicek6399 10 күн бұрын

I googled "tutorial for flatlock stitching" and yours from 6 years ago was the first one that popped up 😀

@Mellysews 3 күн бұрын

Hope it's still helpful!

@chrysoutdoorsify 3 жыл бұрын

Exactly what I was looking for with not a lot of extra chat. Thank you!

@Mellysews 3 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@ms.maureen2925 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I've had the Babylock Imagine for many many years, since it came out, and didn't know how to do this! I will be trying it soon!

@Mellysews 6 жыл бұрын

Glad to help! Love that machine :)

@armymom718 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you! I just got a Serger and this is a big help. More serger projects please!

@Mellysews 6 жыл бұрын

I use my serger a lot, but generally just for finishing seams, so it's unlikely that there will be many serger only projects; it's just not what my machine gets used for.

@krazykid197 Жыл бұрын

I’ve really got to use different keywords because why am I just finding this video... being gentle on myself, I’m also learning more now (terms) to even know what I’m looking for. Thank you for easy to follow information.

@Mellysews Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@shadowpleez 6 жыл бұрын

Thank you for another wonderful video.....like the baby lock serger with the air.

@Mellysews 6 жыл бұрын

I love my Imagine!

@donnabusby4731 Жыл бұрын

I have had a serger for just a short time and I need to alter some active wear, but I didn't know how to do a flatlock!! Thanks so much for answering all of my questions!

@Mellysews Жыл бұрын

Happy to help!

@traceygray4956 5 жыл бұрын

Excellent tutorial! THANKYOU xx

@Mellysews 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@sbonelli 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you.

@Mellysews 4 жыл бұрын

Glad you liked it!

@HyperSleepyFox 5 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU!! you're awesome !!

@Mellysews 5 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@bottle-capjack1778 Жыл бұрын

Wow! How easy is that! I have an old serger and it does not have this capability. Thank you for you clear, simple details in your instruction.

@Mellysews Жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@Knittyneeds 4 жыл бұрын

Hi Melly. This is the BEST video I've watched on KZfaq. I always wondered how to make this decorative border with the serger. ok! The blade has to be lifted. Another precious tip is to stretch the stitches I learnt so much in a few minutes by watching your video on decorative border. thought the serger ONLY CUTS. 😁😁😁 Thanks for sharing and caring. Big hugs to your little handsome model. Maybe he's 3 years now. 👍👍👍🎅🎅🎅💕💕💕 Wish you all the best and Happy Holidays. May your dreams come TRUE

@Mellysews 4 жыл бұрын

Glad it's helpful!

@ziskade 6 жыл бұрын

great explanation, will try it with my new imagine machine ...

@Mellysews 6 жыл бұрын

Have fun - I have the same machine!

@marymary5494 6 жыл бұрын

Brilliant Thank you 😊

@Mellysews 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks for watching!

@chrispriestley882 10 ай бұрын

Thanks, a great video for a beginner

@Mellysews 10 ай бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@churpina 3 жыл бұрын

Wow!! Ill try this!

@Mellysews 3 жыл бұрын

Have fun!

@saralili8008 2 жыл бұрын

Perfect..thank you

@Mellysews 2 жыл бұрын

You're welcome!

@honorinecumin6725 Жыл бұрын

Thank you for this video! Do you know if it is possible to assemble the regular way with a 4 thread overlock and then use the flatlock to finish the seam on the outside like a coverstitch just to get that decorative look when sewing leggings?

@Mellysews Жыл бұрын

No, you would have a really thick double seam if you did that. If you want a fake overstitch look you'd need to do the flat lock for the assembly.

@jojosewist8921 4 жыл бұрын

If I wanted the ladder stitch to be on the Right side so ribbon could be pulled thru the stitches? Would I just double fold the hem to the right side, and do everything else the same? Or have I totally missed something about the flat lock hem? This was easy to follow and a great vid, but I can confuse me sometimes.

@Mellysews 4 жыл бұрын

Whichever side you want the ladder part to be on should be the side folded together.

@kimberlyclem6974 4 жыл бұрын

would you adjust the seam allowance since you aren’t using the blade on the seams?

@Mellysews 4 жыл бұрын

You might need to, it depends on your pattern

@gypsygirl731 2 жыл бұрын

Saw this on Pinterest. I then came here to see bigger version thank you very informational

@Mellysews 2 жыл бұрын

Glad it was helpful!

@mariacheng4226 5 жыл бұрын

Wow.. Didn't know could turn the cutter function off in the overlocker.. Handy

@Mellysews 5 жыл бұрын

Yes - useful for more than just this stitch!

@vivlee3840 4 жыл бұрын

That fabric is gorgeous too, what was it do you remember?

@Mellysews 4 жыл бұрын

It's a rayon blend knit.

@Sandiegeek 2 жыл бұрын

How did you finish the neckline? Did you use the cover stitch for that?

@Mellysews 2 жыл бұрын

Yes

@liddlemountain7245 Жыл бұрын

How do you to the neck hole? That looks tricky

@Mellysews Жыл бұрын

I basted the neckband on before doing the flatlocking

@mayumilobos1260 4 жыл бұрын

hey! but what if i don’t want it to be flat? should i just leave as it is? isn’t it going to flatten by itself?

@Mellysews 4 жыл бұрын

I don't understand your question. If you don't want a flat stitch, use a different stitch than this one.

@mayumilobos1260 4 жыл бұрын

Melly Sews sorry it was a little difficult to express myself as english is not my first language, i just found the answer but thanks for replying! :)

@saqiblashari9975 3 жыл бұрын

Ma'am i want to know what is the articles or magzines name which you are holding in your hand and 3 thread flatlock is written. Plz tell me the name of magzine

@Mellysews 3 жыл бұрын

It's not a magazine, it is the instruction manual that came with my serger.

@saqiblashari9975 3 жыл бұрын

@@Mellysews ma'am may you share that instruction manual i will be very grateful.

@sarahturnbull7610 4 жыл бұрын

Does the seam end up flat, i.e. like a butted seam?

@Mellysews 4 жыл бұрын

Yes

@sarahturnbull7610 4 жыл бұрын

@@Mellysews Cool! I am saving up for an overlocker!

@____Ann____ 6 жыл бұрын

How was the collar stitched?

@Mellysews 6 жыл бұрын

With a stretch stitch.

@____Ann____ 6 жыл бұрын

Melly Sews Thanks!

@RatRandomness 5 жыл бұрын

What kind of fabric are you sewing with in the video?

@Mellysews 5 жыл бұрын

Rayon jersey kzfaq.info/get/bejne/a55indSolbCVhqs.html

@LvvLvvLvvw Жыл бұрын

is flatlock stitch the same as overlock stitch?

@Mellysews Жыл бұрын

No. They are two different types of stitches, both sewn with a serger.

@ImBeyondHD Жыл бұрын

what machine is that??

@Mellysews Жыл бұрын

all about my machines here mellysews.com/types-of-sewing-machines/

@astorytotell7041 20 күн бұрын

What is the main purpose of flatlock really? Its like and edging but its just flat?

@Mellysews 20 күн бұрын

It is a stretchy seam that keeps the fabric flat instead of creating a seam allowance that flaps around.

@lisao3041 6 жыл бұрын

Very cool. I just watched another video with this same type of hem and she never mentioned turning off the KNIFE! That would have been a problem.

@Mellysews 6 жыл бұрын

Yikes! That could turn out badly!

@Aliciaa20 Жыл бұрын

🤔Would you use this stitch to sew leggins? is it strong enough to not rip apart in the middle of a squat? 😂

@Mellysews Жыл бұрын

I personally would not use this on the crotch seams of leggings - I just don't trust anything but the strongest stitching there. But I would on any other seam as long as the tension is exactly right, which, depending on your machine and specific fabric, can be tricky. So practice with scraps of the leggings fabric first to make sure you've got it set just right.