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 make a variety of projects 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.

October 25th - Acacia panty pattern - We will make a basic panty in class and Amberly will share some other patterns and techniques to help you have even more me-mades!  The pattern is free if you sign up for the Megan Nielson newsletter (you can unsubscribe later if the styles aren't to your liking) Here is where you sign up, then follow directions in your welcome email to download the pattern and directions. You will need to print and tape the pattern together before class. Amberly will have more information in your student email. 

November 22nd - Serenity Serger Spa Set - This cute headband and eye mask would make great gifts for all the folks in your life who are into self-care, especially yourself! This is a simple project that uses the four thread overlock stitch and a curve foot to more easily get around the delicate eye area. You can use fleece, Cuddle, flannel, cotton, and/or satin to make these. This pattern from Sookie Sews will be a hit!

December 27th - Criss-Cross Pillow - This project requires a coverstitch and chainstitch. Amberly will have practice fabric to learn the technique for your class time, so you can go home and use the technique to make unique and lovely pillows. Amanda Murphy's Serge-Ahead pattern will be one you make again and again!

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. For some projects/techniques specialty feet can be helpful, those will be listed above and in the email you will receive before Club.

Some projects 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 15% discount on patterns and supplies for each project.

* - indicates the necessity of a cover or chain stitch to complete the project as written, though Amberly will 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.