Serger Technique Club
If you love your serger for making garment and other projects easier and neater but want to know how to use its potential for decorative stitching, join us for new techniques each month to do just that! Whether your machine is new or much loved, we can have fun and learn together by making different projects using the full range of stitches sergers provide.
We learn a variety of techniques that are largely influenced by student interest. If there is a technique or item you'd like to learn, let Amberly know!
Projects will not be completed in class, but the techniques will be demonstrated and practiced so you understand how to recreate it at home. Coming to class with all materials prepared and ready to sew is a requirement.
August 29th - Stitch Book - We will go over how to set up your machine and sew a perfectly balanced stitch for the 3-thread overlock wide, flatlock, and for those folks with a combo machine, a chain stitch.
October 31st - Let's Be Clear About This - Perfect for carrying your extra notions to classes or as a thoughtful gift for a special sewing friend (I also wonder if some venues would let you bring one in for a big event...), this bag can be made in any size you need. Barbara Goldkorn's pattern (available in store for registered students) helps us learn the Twice as Nice stitch with decorative threads, serging with clear vinyl, and see a demonstration using the belt loop folder to create the handle (or strap).
November 28th - Hideaway Hanger Safe - Keep your valuables safe in your closet under your clothing. This is a must have item for your closet or next travel getaway. This Sookie Sews pattern (available in store for registered students) makes a lovely safe with a finished size of 16″ x 16″ with straps. We will use a 5mm piping foot and a blindstitch foot. We will learn and practice the following techniques.
- Rolled hem Pintucks
- Zipper insertion
- Lace insertion
- Decorative Flatlock straps
You will need to bring your serger or combo/coverstitch machine in good working order (serviced in the last year or so), the stitch card, and manual if it is not a current Baby Lock, Bernina, or Bernette. Don't forget the power cord and foot pedal! Be sure you know how to thread the loopers or you will not be able to keep up. For some projects/techniques specialty feet can be helpful, those will be listed above and in the email you will receive before we meet.
Some techniques have a pattern to purchase, we will have those available once you register. Fabrics are also available for purchase. Registered participants will receive a 15% discount on patterns and supplies for each session.While some techniques work best with a cover or chain stitch, Amberly will try to have tips on how to use overlock/serger stitches to create the look if you do not have a machine that will do these. In rare instances, only a cover or chain stitch will work, and those will be indicated in the class description.
Class fees will be refunded with a store credit if cancelled at least 7 days prior to the class date. On day of class, no refund will be given.
| Skill Level: | Intermediate |
| Skill Details: | Confident beginners welcome. More advanced stitchers will find plenty of fun in these classes. |
| Requirements: | You must be comfortable with threading your serger and reading your stitch card or manual to determine what the recommended settings are for different stitches. |
| Instructor: | Amberly |
| Instructor Bio: | Amberly has been stitching for many years! She is comfortable with many brands of sergers and is ready to share these techniques with you. |
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