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.
June 27th - Wonky Log Cabin Runner - Use your serger stitches to quickly piece three wonky Log Cabin blocks, inserting flanged accents. If you have chain and coverstitch capabilities, create your border fabric with thread embellishment! This elegant 43-1/2in x 12-1/2in home dec design is part of Amanda Murphy’s new “Serge-Ahead” pattern line, written for quilters who are interested in exploring serger techniques. Students will need to have the pattern and all materials cut and ready to sew before class begins.
July 25th - Serger chain decorative trims - Only 5 months 'til Christmas! Learn to use your serger to make decorative trims for handmade Christmas ornaments and more! We will use heavyweight threads to make serger chains, then we'll make a tassel with the results. No fabric needed! You will need 2-4 -12 weight threads to make the chain, plus a coordinating standard serger thread.
August 22nd - Stacked Coverstitch Embellishments - If you have a combo or coverstitch machine, you can create beautiful stitched embellishments on almost any project! If you do not have a coverstitch-capable machine, but would like to try the technique, call or email Amberly at amberly@atlantasewing.com and she can have a machine available for you to try. See the decorative uses of this workhorse stitch!
September 26th - TBD
October 24th - TBD
November 28th - TBD
December 26th - TBD
Some techniques have a pattern to purchase, we will have those available when you register for Club. Fabrics are also available for purchase. Participants will receive a 10% 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 other stitches to create the look if you do not have a machine that will do these stitches.
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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